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Newspaper
Kerang New Times
Location
Kerang, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1908
Page
3
A fragmentary report from a local port area notes uncertain events and schedules with unreadable details and missing names. The readable bits reference a timetable and possible cargo activity but lack clear actions or outcomes.
Fred Horsfall of Elton Vale lambasts Dr Le Lievre and supporters over Kerang water rights and land resumption. The letter argues for larger water delivery via Murray system, criticizes signatures, cites acreage and costs, and urges transparent public airing of plans before proceeding with irrigation expansion and population growth.
Mouleamin Police Court sat on June 25 before P M Moses Butler and J P J MacVean. Cases included a suit by Moule P P Bossd against G Gusthart over toy furnish stock, with strong arguments on procedure and charges. The session also covered Wakool Shire Council fines for trespass on Beremegad Reserve, and a board case against Lawrence over rabbit pest suppression on the Chah Bing holding from 1807 to 1808 with inspectors reporting heavy rabbit numbers and limited control efforts. Continuous discussion on fencing, poisoning, and trapping highlighted disputes over enforcement and effectiveness.
Tet Trago wel Imperiala travelled to Twagawel with a weak side but the home club dominated. They won decisively 7 to 3 behind to 3 behinds with Tie Imue putting in a strong finish. The finish saw the home team accelerating to victory.
Normanville beat Appin 2 goals 3 behinds to 1 goal 6 behinds in a hard fought park football clash. Key figures included Gillis Livingstone Moors Davies and Sharpe leading Normanville’s defense while Mahar and Higgie sparked Appin’s attack. Post match, Normanville’s longer journey home was noted with appreciation from spectators.
Depetmotef Public Worle. June, carta and notices appear from Land Board and local firms. Listings mention Kerang, Coonuna, Macorna and other places with bids, wanted ads, and auctions. Keeper names appear with dates and addresses for land, stock, and sale details, including parish, conditions and agents.
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