Christmas Celebrations at Balmoral Mechanics Hall
Children in the district enjoyed a festive Christmas event at Balmoral Mechanics Hall. A large Christmas tree, toys from Santa Claus, and ice creams followed by supper organized by district mothers. Mrs Bloomfield and Mr Slavin oversaw arrangements. J A Walter presented two cups for the year’s two most progressive children, won by Phyllis Duncan and Des O Callaghan.
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Balmoral
Santa Claus
Mes. M. Bloomfield
Mia R Chatherd
C. Slavin
J. A. Walter
Lady Smyth
Phyllis Duncan
Des O'Callaghan
Sunday School Anniversary at Clear Lake
The Clear Lake Sunday school anniversary was observed on Christmas Sunday with Rev. A. Jewell from Nhul as preacher. Congregations enjoyed the sermons and the scholar choir led by Mrs. Hair and Mr. Hair. Christmas Day continued the celebrations with afternoon sports and a concert by the children, directed by Rev. H. Gunnell.
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Uous
A. Jewell
Nhul
C. Hair
Ed. Hair
M. Leake
Noradjuha
H. Gunnell
Cavendish Dance and Euchre for Soldiers Memorial Hall
A Christmas night fundraiser in Cavendish drew a large crowd for a dance and euchre party to support the Soldiers Memorial Hall. Mrs. C. A. Schulz won the ladies’ euchre prize a silver cake dish donated by H. O. Schulz. G. Watt took the men's prize donated by F. T. Waters. Booby prizes went to Mrs. J. J. Murray and J. G. Cain. Music by Mum Ryan and A. Jackman. H. Schulz acted as MC. Supper provided by the ladies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. C. A. Schulz
H. O. Schulz
F. T. Waters
G. Watt
J. J. Murray
J. G. Cain
Mum
Ryan
A. Jackman
H. ©. Schuls
Kalkee church break up marks students prizes night
A Kalkee church attendance on Tuesday December 19 hosted the annual school break up concert amid 100 degree heat and a threatened thunderstorm. The programme featured recitations songs and dances by pupils with awards presented to Eunice Johns Enid Smith Nancy Lawson Lorna Badison and others. Mrs Ingleton and Mrs Greenaway received gifts for aiding with preparations. Iced drinks and supper followed and the State Government delayed railway line closures for six months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kalkee
A. Johns
Billy Ingletom
Marva Beddison
Duke of York
Frank Mitchell
Ada Nattrass
King Wenceslas
Horsham
Winnie Lawson
Lorna Beddison
the Skylark
Rose
el Greenaway
Joe
Wal Chorus
Mias Sluggett
Eunice Johns
Ivan Johns
Max Cooke
Enid Smith
Nancy Lawson
Lorna Bedaton
Arthur Davies
Jean Beddicon
Lorna Nattrass
Lorna Badison
Methoo
Jon Maggett
German article urges reclaiming colonies and realigning empires
The text reports in the Deutsche Volkswirtschaft that Germany and allied publics demand imperial expansion. It argues Britain and France must recognize new colonial realities or risk larger European conflicts. It calls for revisiting colonial arrangements and transferring holdings to stronger hands in Africa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Deutuchy Volkswirtadhaft
Nes
Britain
France
Europe
Africa
The Value of Drinking Water in Health
An article extols daily water intake and the body’s 64 percent water content. It explains water’s role in cleansing, waste removal, and internal balance, urging 3 to 5 pints daily for the average man to prevent “off color” feelings and health issues.
Aunty's Christmas Riches Reported in Conversation
A short family exchange reveals frugality at Christmas as Jim notes only one threepenny bit found in four portions, while mother questions if aunty’s celebration felt lavish. The dialogue captures modest holiday humor and social tone.
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Jim
Mother
Will can safeguard assets and family interests now
The notice urges making a will to protect assets and designate a permanent executor and trustee, ensuring orderly handling of estate matters for loved ones.
DSTEES Executors & Agency Company of Australasia Ltd
Australasian executors and agency firm highlights include administration of all estate classes for fifty years. The company acts as trustee under settlements and as attorney for absentees, or in place of a retiring trustee. Address provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dstees Executors & Agency Company OF Australasia Ltd
Australian Pastoral Regions Endure Drought with Mixed December Rains
Commonwealth Meteorologist reports November drought lingered into December across western Australia while light to moderate showers appeared in southwest coasts. East Kimberley benefited. Carpentaria and Peninsula districts of Queensland received late rains. Central areas expect summer rains. water supplies fall. Wheat yields good in better areas, poor inland, sugar districts still needing rain. Gippsland suffered very heavy rains causing crop damage after period ended.
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Australia
Commonwealth
West Australia
East Kimberley
Carpentaria and
Peninsula
Queensland
Spencer Gulf
Rockhampton
Bundaberg
Gippsland
Tasmania
Clinical Tests Validate Williams' Pink Pills As Durable Remedy
Historical article reports clinical tests across ages proving Williams Pink Pills as a reliable treatment. It claims improvements in heart, digestion, sleep, and overall vitality with noted resistance to disease and claims of prompt benefit in patients.
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Cunbor
Paittenes Ee Fmrivnewel Eevarl
Williane
Williams
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