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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1916
Page
3
The Calpeshire Council records a lengthy session covering allocations for allowances and board motions, including debates on a president selection, and reports on road works, water supply, land licenses, and financial authorizations. Notable items include a proposed allowance adjustments, a cross-border road project cost share, and maintenance plans for local drainage and crossings.
A disjointed report details multiple road repairs and inspections near McMahon's in Wieisin, with notes on chain costs, metal works, and safety concerns. It mentions a forthcoming improvement program, expected completion timelines, and references to local officials and engineers overseeing the project.
An advertisement extols Morris Imperial Ointment as a universal cure for eye troubles and inflammation. It claims rapid relief and cures for various conditions, naming Ada Crossley’s teacher and many professions as supporters, with a price of 2 per pot. Also promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm for burns and scalds, offered by local chemists and stores in Kyneton and Malmsbury.
Saturday release lists 207 dead and 203 killed in action with 42 wounded, 7 missing, and 200 to 261 reported sick. Names include Private Row Stringer and others from Victoria towns such as Ryneton, Wedderburn, Lauriston, and Casilentaing.
An imperfect wedding notice describes a nuptial at Metcalf with Donald McDonald and Matheson families prominent. The bride appeared in a national dress and departed with relatives after a reception featuring speeches by Rev Tait and others. Australian flags and ceremonial elements frame the celebration amid a large, decorative hall setup.
An old bulletin outlines remedies for babies with colds and whooping cough. It promotes Wise ge jlicis ile wor and Shablan's New Discovery as treatments from Sheldon’s. It notes prices like 76 and 3, and warns about tubrless remedies.
Local notice requests help locating a gold medal belonging to Anderson, offering a reward. The item is described amid fragmented text mentioning Stevensoit and Ladminst authorities, with imperfect names and locations.
Fund commissions levy proceeds from the sale of valuable bells and items raising funds. The notice names numerous beneficiaries and amounts including Brannon Me Seite, River View, Glens Tryst, Mastorta Just aus Baswooy, and Springhill with varied sums.
Herbert S Good Farm and Property Salesman advertises for sale a pair of semi detached brick cottages with a large reserve block of 280 acres. The listing notes a high position, Lancefield fencing, running water and six wires. Terms include £50 deposit and balance in three years with instalments and mortgage options offered at current rates. Confidential sale details and multiple lending sums appear in the notice.
An advertisement promises a throat remedy that relieves coughing and throat irritation without narcotics. It claims to calm nerves and aid recovery while being entirely free from sedatives and non therapeutic ingredients. The notice mentions chemists and a local seller, Chas Matthews, in a distinct claim of safety and efficacy.
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