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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1909
Page
1
Public notices discuss Postal Ballot applications under the Voting by Post Act 100 in Dundat. Several sections outline who may vote by post, how to apply, and penalties for false statements, with details on filling forms and submitting to Returning Officers.
Notices published in a historic gazette warn of rewards for information about thefts and acts of vandalism, public works orders, contractor notices, road closures, fire safety measures, and public meetings. Includes addresses, dates, and local official names from 1907 and 1908.
The Walla district Shire Secretary warns property owners in Bathurst and M’nhamite to remove weeds and perform roadside work under the Powt Act. Violators face penalties, with compliance required within August and actions to be enforced by the local council.
The Shire of Bowres announces that Spring Creek water supply is restricted from the Ponsturst Spring to the Shire Boundary. Offenders using water for any purpose face a fine up to five pounds per day and other penalties. Prosecutions will follow for damages to trees or property.
A 1900 notice warns all travelers by road within Exdenheps Harrow Gorcke and Apsley townships to display proper carriage lights and white lights at night or face action. The Bowrs Shires Civil Authority discusses safety measures and names depot locations for phosphate fertilizer distribution while listing various managers and halls.
The Shire Secretary D. C. Redford warns that any person destroying or injuring dress or road under Shire control will be prosecuted. The notice from Hewdentals dated October 37th 1508 calls for enforcement against wire-netting and related obstructions.
An Extraordinary Election is planned for the Norther Ting and a Memier for the Wert Riding in the Shire of Muilinmit. Electors must apply for Postel Ballot-papers early to receive them. polling details and venue at Macarthur and Hawkerdole are provided. Road closure notice warns traffic on the Wallis to Down' Whittlebury route.
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