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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 17, 1918
Page
4
The headline suggests thoughtful dress shopping, arguing that smart analysis helps buyers find the right Frook or Costume at the right price. It frames consumer choice as a blend of intelligence and value, guiding readers to seek well-made, affordable outfits.
A retailer advertises various fabrics including Millers Coloured Voiles, Cambric, Frockings, Rasaleos, Cotton Delaines, Fun Silks, Shontime Silke, and Poplins in multiple widths and colors. Highlights include 34 inch Cambric, checked Frockings for childrens wear, light to dark Delaines, Coloured Silke ranges, and fashionable materials expected this summer. prices range from 1/1 to 9/8 per yard with wholesale quotations.
Fragmentary wartime notices, memorials, and local events from Hamilton and surrounding regions. Includes obituaries, tributes to military personnel, charitable activities, concerts, and public notices amid mourning and community support.
A historical dispatch details Australian wartime activity and casualties. It mentions Cobras and units on Lemadale Street, a French hospital, and private soldiers including Privates Hoo and Herlihy. The report notes inspections, soldier pay debates, and a public call for wartime contributions while outlining base and deployment concerns.
The last day for subscribing to the seventh Australian war loan passes with acting Prime Minister announcing about £37 subscribed. A canvass by local councillors and public appeals raised £120 and later £1600 at cinema, with 210 youth showing duty. Independent gifts raised additional funds, totaling around £4000 for the district.
The readable lines discuss a remedy claiming to cure constipation and other ailments, mentioning Mr Morse and Indian Root, and noting expenses and alleged efficacy. The text questions medical belief and notes care and cost aspects, with a focus on a supposed preventive effect and treatment outcomes.
Wire report from Melbourne notes the price fixing advisory committee was appointed by government with Minister Marcus Clark Sydney and others named. Also listed are commodity quotes including wheat barley and potatoes, and reference to Amalgamated Engineers criticizing a strike advocate. Government seeks salary increases for Legislative Assembly members from £10 to £500.
A garbled prewar style record lists contributions and acknowledgments from Hamilton and district groups. Individuals cited include Mrs Lawrence and Miss Rippon alongside carnival and sweets items, with references to various local societies and events. The text shows partial amounts and dated notes but is fragmentary.
Melbourne market notes 2550 fat cattle yarded with varied weights and good to prime lots in fair demand. Competition steady for prime stock though other categories showed irregular activity and lower prices. Prices quoted per 100 pounds reflect mixed demand across grades and quality.
A dated listing of sales and notices from various firms and agents including Young Bros, Moodie Co, Hamilton A Tatlock, Ulbrick Forsyth, O Brien Bros, and others. Entries reference sale dates in October and November, with buyers, locations such as Wallacedale Inverleth and Inver ledd, and sums or circumstances noted.
Alfred Tatlock reports under Saturday date a sale of poultry including adult birds, ducks, and furniture stock. Prices range from 7/6 to 2/9 per item, with stock for hens and varias items priced, plus a catalog of items and quantities. The notice lists several lots, including pigeons and carriages, with pricing and quantities.
A bleak report from Auckland warns of a wheat weevil outbreak affecting local crops with early signs observed by farmers. State officials and agronomists, including Ms Hamilton, discuss mitigation measures and the impact on upcoming harvests at Wallacedale State. The notice outlines response actions and statistics on infested fields.
The Melbourne wool market report lists firm prices across districts including Riveting gpown Huy Murrumbidgee and Halle districts with standout quotes for Merino and others. Leading figures feature buyers and brokers such as Ben Bagot Yartamean JPR and Dunbar with varied bids and local station marks recorded.
Sports notes describe the planned opening of the bowling greens in Hamilton delayed by rain and wet conditions. A barometer and weather figures are noted, with temperatures and rainfall data for the period.
In Portland, a local court, with Mr WG 3 ith and J. Wiltetire J.P. presiding, fined Hamurl Ker ney and Thow Redfern £2 with 2/10 costs for failing to destroy rab bits despite warnings. A separate report notes the death of Edward Frost and Mrs Pitts, details births and families, plus a brief weather summary and local health updates.
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