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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1915
Page
3
A veiled tribute to Carnwell marked a farewell event at Tre ss, with multiple attendees and speakers confirming gratitude for his years of service. Guests praised his leadership, while memories of past efforts and contributions were shared by colleagues, ending with a procession and toasts.
Fragmentary OCR shows Rynston Women's Patriotic League with scattered names, items, and events. Mentions of sewing, linens, and domestic tasks alongside references to meetings and local figures, with many garbled phrases and unclear context.
In a chaotic transcript from Kyneton, buyers and sellers clash over dairy and livestock prices. Barn notes show bids of 23 to 47 shillings for lambs and store cows, while nervous dealers cite sharp drops and a disrupted market. Authorities report a disorderly scene at local stores including the Cat Storekeepers, Matthews, and Mairnbsury, with rumors of contamination and safety concerns surrounding livestock.
An appreciation note honors two Taradale women Teresa Carroll and Mrs Harmer who died suddenly this week. The piece mourns their kindness, teaching service, and community spirits, noting they leave gracious memories and a lasting influence on Taradale residents and children alike.
A vintage ad promotes Dr Sheldon’s New Discovery as the fastest safest remedy for infant colds and coughs. It claims mothers can avoid risky homemade mixtures and that the remedy also tackles whooping cough and related respiratory issues with proven success.
A letter expresses sincere thanks for donations and kindness received. The writer notes appreciation for support from the community and requests continued assistance from volunteers. The message reflects gratitude for funds and clothing donations and hope that contributors will remain involved.
A fragmented local item mixes health ad copy and market reports. It references Ladies College Health and claims testimonials from mothers restored to health, plus an address in Melbourne. It then lists pig prices and weights at a Melbourne market, noting heavy-weight Yorkshires and standard pigs with prices. It also includes a health note praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for whooping cough and other ailments.
The Australia casualty list features 200 names with Victorian entries noting two officers and a woman killed or died. C J Dettmann of Kyneton is listed as severely wounded, previously reported, with New South Wales casualties including one officer and several soldiers killed or wounded.
Mrs Suverdon of Porters View 1 writes after using Roxana rapid heater claiming 20 weeks in bed with a burst varicose vein improved. She reports better treatment and hope for recovery at 38 years old, praising Roxana. Availability advertised at one shilling sixpence to three pence, sold widely.
A fragmented notice describes a weekly collection for the Belgian Relief Fund at Arcadia and nearby locations. It mentions donors, local organizers, and a call to contribute despite garbled OCR text. The item preserves names and places but is hard to fully parse.
Fragmentary OCR text references a Wednesday event at a Presbyterian area named Manso Krenton with mentions of expenses and a wristlet watch. The readable items suggest a minor local notice or attendance note rather than a full report.
Classified notice lists Gladstone House on Downsthorne Street for sale or let with plant stock. Includes diverse trees shrubs and garden varieties, wholesale Melbourne prices, agent contact Detr Mann and KC Dettmans. Also requests houses for sale with inspection, rent, and price terms.
The page lists multiple church services at Andrew's Presbyterian and Kyneton Independent churches with ministers such as Rev G Cameron and Rev J Shipway, along with Salvation Army meetings. It also records an annual shire election notice for Metcalfe and a public auction by Barrow & Co of household goods and plants from the Darby estate.
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