War Effort and Red Cross Notes from Durrington Page
British Red Cross is thanked for aid and the Education Department funds £5 cover expenses for a school event. Reports mention Victorian soldiers and graves in Australia and memorial care by local ladies. Distribution of Edward Wilson state funds listed for Castlemaine Seilmere Kyneton hospitals plus Daylesford and Daylesford homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bating
Cheane
British Red Cross
Sovart
Thoulison
Enylanis
Lerrington
Mont Fan
Durrington
Australia
Sapper
Tinaen
Victoria
Ty Perros
Argus
Edward Wilson Batate
Jedward Wilson
Castlemaine
Seilmere
Kyneton Howsitals
Daylesford
Ustleyaine Benevolent
Daylesiurd
Kynewon
Kyneton
Notable Figures Gather for Unusual Local Events
A mixed report highlights Micha A Es Bowyer of Woonlend a music student and other local figures facing medical examiner decisions. It also notes Grace Smith from Rehneton High School presenting mission talks, a detailed account of Trina Caron in Java including a protest by the German Consul, and a memorial window unveiling for Mr W. H. Judkins at Wesley Church with community leaders praising his anti impurity work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eanton College of Music
Escamine Alton
Micha A Es Bowyer
Woonlend
Miga M_ CrewtherpALsY
Leckie
M.P
Hiepot
HIME
Leelee
St. Paul's Sunday School
Kyilelon
Grace Smith
Rehneton High School
Schalers
Ailileess
Neyes
Liew
Gendd Warersom
Aya
Prtterson
Harry Deest
Ani
Martane
Melba Jugminwi
Linat
Swice
Royal Field
Lailleey
Ted
Java
Trina Caron
Ron Wntsrowsk
Gut Victoria
Marsellnise
Veestres
Earles Patriopic Fund
Mulhogram Streckt
Mme
Careni
Sourtbaya
Halland
Caron
Germanr Consul Scowled Gowly
Herand
Willian Birdwood
Gaptan
Wagstall
Pres H, Hewitt
Rev. Morgan
Wigetalt
W. H. Judkins
Tate
Judking
Wesley
Chercit
A. Calvi
Vale
Worrall
S.sasaget
Me Tchins
Smc
Whiich
Wesley Chivech
Mesers
A. J. Derrick
G Wemp Batty
Whan
Tie Aeceased Social Reform
Rainfall totals for June in Kyeton and Taradale regions
Rainfall data from Kyeton Mist Office shows June totals and comparisons. Records note second century occurrence of June rain reaching three inches, with historical benchmarks from 1906 and earlier. Taradale reports rainfall figures supplied by Dr D Bourke, listing various local measurements and poles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haly
Wilen
Kyneton
Joss
State Schools Patriotic Fund raises money for district aid
A report lists multiple district schools and communities contributing to the State Schools Patriotic Fund. The narrative references shipboard incidents, a Vancouver to Sydney voyage, a mysterious passenger, and an officer’s police escort, all amid a garbled OCR excerpt.
Friction at Geelong Corporation Yards Affects Pro ducers Co operative
Persistent friction surrounds the Victarian Producers Cooperative and the Geelong Corporation Yards. Officials dispute who bears responsibility for intrusions and commissions as new cooperatives enter the region. Local letters claim competition raises prices and disrupts existing business, while assurances from associates seek calm amid the upheaval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yaris
Geelong
Raelng
Association Ly
Hitey
Betsy Allere Pens
Eveporetion
Tryuee
Wilde
Eampany
Rihyel Sulesiney
Ballarat
Varrawanna Aigattr
Owtside Frais
Victorian Producers’ Cooperative Company
Ginnaland Ani Northern
Co-operative
WEAKNESS OF MCCARTHY HUGHES QUARRY HILL SPEECH ISSUE
Extracts from the report of a speech by Mr W A Hughes Prime Minister at Quarry Hill are cited. Mr P Hickey challenges the assurances given about his membership and acceptance within a prominent organization and calls for justice. The debate references statements made on 19 June and 4:31 June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St May
W. AL Hughes
Quarry Hill
P. Hickey
Hugh
Quarry
Hickey
Fact Inc
War Casualty Report for Castle Family
Private William Castle killed in action serves with Home Mission forces. His death follows a sequence of missings and misreported notices. he was the second son of Mrs and brother to several siblings. The obituary honors his sacrifice and notes his youthful years and devotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Cattle
Ava Aia
Jook
Shah
Enal
Tolinws
Melbourne Arena
Castle
Vith
Avril
Preciouslyr
Willi Astle
Mrsul
Muck
George
Ailie
Serge
Roche
Casio
Gurgest Aint Nullawarre
Utralig
Reuter
Fransing
Npr
Wien
Somelee Riv
Arras Roai
Ierat Ayajent
Trent Leaureriy
Scien Faurawead
Bualvell
War Savings Stamps Promoted To Boost Public Support
A garbled wartime notice urges the public to purchase War Savings Stamps as a financial boost. It discusses denominations and compounded interest, encouraging widespread participation and outlining the government’s aim to mobilize small subscribers through a national drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jaguell
Troy
Gar Tygile
Owhele
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Promises Quick Relief
An ad-like notice touts Chamberlains Cough Remedy to cure colds swiftly and permanently. It claims the product is sold by retailers in Lexington and by J. Beury Mainsbury, with the Winget device aiding faster relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gassie
Chamberlain’s
Kengton
J. Beuy
Euchre Party at Red Cross Held With Local Visitors
A Saturday euchre gathering at Red Cross drew a good crowd from Lauriston and nearby areas. Prizes went to Alize racer and James McRenna with Baines. revenue supported church activities and local fundraising, with Rev Heastinall and Miss Clark among organizers and speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iit
Thindale
Lauriston Aurea Gaines
Vosgests
Wittisad
Baines
Tysker Mui
Steinl
Houhy
Kou
Omutei
James Bir
Tie Yisiges
Bean Viarthy
Sabskilay
Johns Church
Abies Clark
Sunilyy
Peranetyall
Aif
Sh. John's
Clark
Tylden Departure Leads Local Figures Toward Change
Tylden records show Porter, tied to a three year struggle with a local issue, securing a position in Birelliy and causing shifts as the district faces reevaluation. Ske and Marler are named among those observing the stir as advancement shapes local leadership and policy direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kev LJ Porter
Patriots Help Red Cross Appeal At State School Concert
A concert and gift sale at the Tyl- Yen State School raised funds for the British Red Cross. Students performed juvenile pieces, with seven scholars earning certificates from the Young Workers Patriotic Guild. The program featured songs, recitations, dialogs, and a “God Save the King” finale, celebrating national spirit and school effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oi Puidsy
Creniog Jnst
Tyl- Yen
British
Red Cross
My. Malley
Wohd
Youn Workers’ Paristic Guild
Andi Vnew
Sir Malley
GorsBy
Hagel
Sewahiay
aMistralia
Bruce
Spider
Ruby
Exausy
Dame Crump
Glock
Juniors
Patsy
Leston
Bob McAvinlyy
Harvey
Cou
Redtruon
Bernie
Dyff
Golden
David Newton
Jon Reardon
Warren’ Poyter
Jask McAnnteys
Bernie Dotty
Annie
Tena Awton
Elzabeth
Reardoi
Hazel Newnhayy
Breda Reardon
Song
Allifar
Yecmvet
Milhe Droving Davis
Brad Kreaedans
Gos
Heart of Oak
Scholars
Applet Bay
Harvey Cook
Coan
Salis
Li Newton
Dinaly K Reardon
George Washington
Javes
Honored in the Field and War Tales Reach The Press
The article recalls wartime honors for Lieut. ahand Tagheen and Trooper Le Uvlink while detailing memory pieces from Mrs Belang and Mrs Taylir. It notes local interest in military service and public recognition across communities. The piece links advertising chatter to civic stories and war remembrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Belvwil
Tratey
le Uvlink
Tagheen
Warls
Pragen
Sigmalier Ah Taylir
Esteemed Taradale Nostrum Estate Notice
A fragmented obituary notice mentions Mr David Thins and Mr William Mewey Tatas among a list of relatives and attendees. The piece references a likely death in Tara and notes a father in law connection to Mc Ewa Stnuelis. The text hints at a funeral or estate matter with local figures and dates unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dew
Nsw Jankey
Dave
Ffianey
Neal
el Nidoseess Who Cowed With Energy In the Suredeyine 3 Very Dks Linn
Agian
Thacher
Gegen
David Thins
William Mewey Tatas
Magea
Gries
Brian
Mire
Stowe
Lirsiales
Lacks
Dederseil
Tom
Ewa Stnuelis
Tara
British E O choss wartime charity event announced
An translated fragment notes a patriotic league event led by Mr Mirod and Mr de Lassier. The gathering aims to present a capital sport prize at a listed venue Friday afternoon with a cordial invitation to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kynston
Historic school concert draws large crowd in village hall
The event featured performances by students and guests with praise for the headmaster. The audience showed strong support as Mr Josh Connor proposed a substantial toast to the lead performer, drawing acclaimed cheers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vieterh
Kimld
Sirevin
Whitt
Ceslestuil
Pewstyeing
Wesul
Herfoetian
Prickey
Drummond
Anit Connell
Geeenbill
Albert Weickey
Audi Ame
Josh Connor
Sliss
Australian WWI letters recount camp life and frontline losses
Private Jas Peacock writes from his South Camp to a Kyacton friend describing medical boards, hopes to return to France, and longing for Australia. He notes weather, pay, rising prices, scarce bread and tobacco, and fear of U boats. Reports about Corporal A F Dobinson and Lance-Corporal Frank Rachetiele wounded, plus gas poisoning of Sergt Stanley Laugher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. Peacock
Lie
Kyacton
Front So
Mantalll
O.coto
France
Australia
Aid Kyneton
Langstaff
Yvas
Cheis Larsen
Sth
Uatealion
Loue
Somme
Rawusials
Market Gap
Kymetoi
Eegivel Iwond
Frank Rachetiele
Arth Battalion
Frane
Ramsdate
Wee Judes Ramedale
Sal Salishare Iain
Seis
Lance- Coy
Baimeilate
Cevordey
Mra
Gilat
Weuleaire
British Submarine Attack and Lifeboat Tragedy Report
A British steamer was hit by a submarine causing a rapid sinking. Survivors abandoned ship as a French vessel ferried them to safety. Eight crewmen were killed, others wounded, and the captain’s boat was damaged. The action occurred during naval hostilities with the submarine surfacing and firing as the ship sank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Ang” Qth ‘Steam Navigation Company
Yar
Leeder
Svithont
Adda
Veew Sips
Otlers
E Yen
Azaiy
Ani
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Dales
A.B. Chapman
Tugh Ste
Save Money Store
Sacred Heart College
Convent OF Mercy, Kyneton
Anl
Kyneton College
High Street
Rey
Mrs .Bryant
A. Stredwick
Central Pharmacy
Mollison Street
Herbert S. Good
Lesnators
Tursday
H. J. Wells
Rand A. E Barnes
Brunswick Street
City End
Central
Olive Pemberton
Plano
Prepa
Epo
Malnsbore
Taradale
Elfhinstone
Piptie
Penberton
P.O
Ranston
Famans
SIGMA
H. d. Wells
Richardson
Vail Dow
Richardson’s Junction Pharmacy
J. T. Hall
Practical Tailor
Liberal Terms Officer & Smith, Accountants
Colina Street
Meligwrne
Woods
Edward Clemens Ophthal
Clarke & Co
A. Rutter Clarke
Collins Street
Melbourne
Stash Exchange of
R. Pergival
Boyett
Dagust Board of Victoria
Hie Shine
A. J. Racha
H. Barry
Kys
Woodend
Thomas
Ae Kener
Joseph Thomas
Varadale
the Guardian
Patriotic Fund
Lolli
Partore
Imspectorite
OL Malvsbiry
Elghine Sone
Eduseurmbas
Searto
Teanris
Hania
Bore
Gies Teast
Bards
Sat
Crete
Vieira
Aml
Tayntun
Evwrlizlo
Wibyivallet
Vancouver Aml
Australie
Siva
Peasan
Ant
Ania
Poul
Susanne
Sen Aminial
Depahs
Brathy
Melbeorag
Llanehita
Chiconic
Corporation Yards
Malmsbuey
Tylden
Parisi
Morley Johnson
Nhce
Ison
Don’s Junction
Rose Smith
EO Choss
Amoun
Mr Mirod
Mr de Lassier
Roland
Peacock. Ae
A. F. Dobinson
Stanley Laugher
W. J. Laughier
Camberwell
Avioth
Northamberland Hospital
Sydney Jutingen
Wate Wyte
Lng Stevens Vormingtie Mansiaga
Jean Entitles
Tauttaun Sellie
Bate
Tee Uuryett Gosinis
Wan
Sean
iNet
Wale
Eau Hive
Hee Cath Ryrraly
Selina
Tiridagy
Spperre
Peri Permissiar
Wits
Souchez Nig
Evier
Bey
Sir Darzi
Oppe Pester Arraa
Anil
Colline
Soneler
Bounty
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