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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 22, 1910
Page
3
Algety and Co Ltd and associates will hold a sale of stock at their yard. Listings include Wethers Merino crosses, lambs, 120 Crombred ewes and wethers, plus dairy cows and aged cattle. Sale features mixed ages and conditions with emphasis on quality stock for general farming needs.
From Heywood, a correspondent reports timber congestion at the railway yard with 26 tracks needed to clear orders. A coal strike diverts trucks to fuel, risking stoppage across Heywood district as thousands rely on timber mills for livelihoods and harvest season demand. Immediate Railway Department action urged to prevent closure losses.
Nort Crouch of Footscray Victoria touts Zam-Buk as a curative open healing remedy for thirteen years of skin ailments and various conditions. The testimonial claims rapid relief after treatment at Talltrat hospital and recommends Zam-Buk to friends for numerous skin diseases and burns with prices listed as 1/8 and 2/6 per pot.
A reader asks the Spectator why the new reservoir water is turned on at unsuitable hours. They cannot fetch water until eight, kettles fill, then at 1 20 the hydrant man arrives to release clear water. The writer laments losing cool water for breakfast and urges the paper to publish this complaint for public relief.
The Knight family departs Condah for a transfer to Hirtumbeet with a farewell gathering hosted by residents. Mr Carter and Rev M. WIlliams spoke, praising Mr Knight’s jovial nature and service, and a purse of sovereigns was presented as a token of goodwill for the move and future happiness.
Fragmentary text describes a social event where younger attendees enjoyed a lively dance. Mr Aaundere provided the music and the ladies contributed by organizing a Juncheon portion of the event, ensuring an agreeable atmosphere for all.
The Hamilton Race Club held an evening meeting at the Tereria Hotel chaired by T H Laidlaw with members Dunphy Loughnane Jonell Bayley Hoverteen Short Biberberg Twomey and M Keusin. A letter from the Jockeys' Welfare Fund forwarded ten pounds ten shillings for A Bailey’s dependents. fines were discussed and a schedule of races and trainer rules was adopted for forthcoming meetings with stewards named and track operations reviewed.
A meeting records Mr Lestmonth moving and Mr Silberberg seconding a minute entry thanking Mr Laidlaw for a 420 Cup donation and noting increased membership. Discussion covers betting limits and gate takings, with a plan to appoint a resident secretary and organize race-day arrangements and ticketing.
A ragged report covers the Australian Eleven touring New Zealand with mixed performance. Victors from the visitors are noted in a rain interrupted game as bowlers Emery and Whitty claim key wickets while batsmen like Kellaway and Haddon contribute. The match features injuries and a collapse in the Newport to Manley leg with several passengers hurt.
A nephew suffered a lengthy illness without relief until Cuticura remedies were tried leading to a permanent cure. The uncle, who had similar issues five years earlier, did not experience lasting benefit.
A local retailer promotes Latist designs with a broad furniture selection. The showcase highlights diverse styles and finishes to meet varying decor needs.
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