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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1918
Page
3
The Times cables reveal Austrian strikes and Bolshevik agitation spreading across industries. Reports from Vienna indicate a tense political scene as workers halt rail and factory activity, pressuring governments for reforms and no annexations.
News reports from Berlin indicate widespread strikes lasting into May with limited relief from promises by Herr von Seiller. The Austrian authorities threaten to dissolve Hungarian assemblies as protests spread, while Germany assesses potential revolts linked to wartime policy and food shortages.
The Times reports a Berlin signatory warning of fragile peace talks and a highly critical Russian position. German papers suggest potential moves toward a Bolshevik power shift as nations brace for developments. Reuter dispatches reference a German official statement and Austrian socialists amid broader wartime tensions.
Corresponder Kemter reports from Neuluaviars that the British view on the German offensive is mixed with cautious optimism and concern. Observers assess German tactical moves, potential supply strain, and the impact on allied operations amid a shifting front.
An article fragment describes morning ache and vague aches across the body. It mentions kidneys overtaxed by waste buildup and a general warning about poisoning. It urges daily health maintenance and a regimen priced as sixpence two pence six.
British forces report heavy air activity with Douglas Higginbottfield crediting nearly 400 sorties against German billets and targets including transports and batteries. Seven enemy planes are said to have fallen, two more uncontrollable, plus a balloon shot down in flames.
Tenders are invited and returnable by January 10. Respondents, through solicitor, are to submit bids for a small concrete weir on Turntable Creek. Plans and specifications available at the site office, Gipshores, the residence of M r Evie, M C E Tylden, and the Trusts Office, Upper Matdon.
Shire of Kyneton holds a meeting on a Saturday in Kyneton to examine settle and approve the annual financial statement for the year ending September 17. Tenders close February 1 1918 for road works and metal supply across Lauriston Trentham and surrounding districts. Staff vacancies and music tutoring notices appear alongside lost item and public service announcements from early 1918.
A Victorian market report notes good yarding of cattle and sheep, with breeding ewes and store lambs well represented. Fat sheep and lambs sold well, store cattle and calves met solid demand, and buyers were present in fair numbers. Prices ranged with fat sheep around 19 to 34 shillings, cattle up to £14 for fat cows and £8 to £10 for store cattle.
An article explains indigestion arises from excess stomach acid and gastric fermentation. It recommends half a teaspoonful of magnesia in hot or cold water after meals as a simple remedy and warns to avoid unsuitable antacid forms. It emphasizes using this inexpensive cure over drugs for relief.
Kindergarten for young children and a special arrangements program at Kyenton College outlines fees and enrollment. Principal Mel Smith available to discuss term dates and prospectus. commercial course with shorthand typewriting and bookkeeping touted. Also mentions singing classes by Miss Marie Drouhet and a visit by Mr Pahall, with various notices on premises and services offered by local trades and agencies.
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