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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 08, 1917
Page
3
War loan appeal urges all Australians to subscribe fully. Citizens in receipt of income should consider investing up to £100 or more, with instalments over 12 months possible. The aim is £10,000,000 to support the war effort and equipment for troops.
A farewell gathering was held at Telhemigentuk Weet hill to honor Private Willie Elliott returning from service. Speeches praised his bravery and duty while callers urged continued recruitment and national unity as crowds expressed gratitude and hope for a safe homecoming.
A telegram of events records a farewell gathering for Lt Kew Chee Mate of Ghina with addresses by Misses M Phat and Niven, and a choir performance led by Allan Lettie Anenwy. The ceremony included a dance and support from local figures and organizations, noting dates and daily visiting hours for related services.
Minhamite Shire Council held its monthly meeting with directors A O Brien Gapes Pel Meegter Quinlan in attendance. Correspon dence includes farm tractor tender statements and contracts, agricultural reports, and requests for road and bridge work, with decisions carried on several motions.
The report outlines reconstruction of a bridge at Cowd Awamp replacing a destroyed span, with a new 10 foot wide ledge and decking, plus maintenance work on a culvert at Whiteman’s round and fencing concerns. It notes progress on road improvements, expenses, and approvals, including a request to Belfast shire council for refund of part of old work, and lists contract actions and pending certifications.
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