Poreman Report on Mendes headworks and water purification
The document reports concerns on the Mendes headworks and old service lines, noting weak spots in the existing water network and the need for essential dam and basin work. It discusses sewerage expansion, the Water Works Trust’s role, and a committee’s plan to consider purification measures for Lawn water supplies with input from experts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poreman
Mendes
Rand
Mate Grell
Volun
Teneas
Yanieye
Eupartan
Junge
Countey
Maresh
Tir
Peavisién
Sewerage Districte
Tig Forsl ‘Municipal Council
Water Works Trust
Len Ff
McDethridge
Children Helping Allies Mobilizes Local Womens War Effort
In Ryneton the Patriotic League's children's department led by Miss Mare Stewart Murray coordinates sewing at private homes for uniforms and garments. Volunteers wash mend and tailor clothing for French children, with socks for the Front and donations of materials welcomed. The report also notes technical school council activity and a late note on a newspaper jubilee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crimina
la France
Pinky Gites Suche
Gleakon
Shire Gouneil Metralic News
Fyneton High
Gannell
Rowell
Kiawell
Inspesines
Mesors
Tannen
Wrigley
Ringe
Ryneton
Miss Murray
Swanta
Societe Mater
Nelle
Mes Marke
Compittee
Murray Wall
Mn Hamid
Technical School Covneih
Technical Schisel Cowneil
Moniay
Cvewing
Caniar
Mtr
Leviel
Technical
Geelong
Friay
Carter
Kiely
Glenlyonshire
SaLanley
Arile Kylleton Court of Hetty
al Bartolth
W Watkins
Baker
Rengton
Healin
Den
Trine Mansfield
Dwevins Absish Express
Christepher Cris
Jounal
Charisse
Elise
War Frango British Advance and Broad Front Fight
British and French forces push forward with heavy fighting across the Russian front as 12,700 prisoners are taken. Reports from correspondents describe fierce trench combat, German dugouts, and wounded arriving in London while Anzacs are not engaged and British pressure grows.
British Fronts Endure Heavy Fighting in May Offensive Descriptions
A first war front dispatch depicts eased tensions after heavy fighting at Elvoeranste and Craters with French and German trenches under strain. Observers note wounded troops, resumed bombardment, and a tense halt as leaders reassess positions amid ongoing shelling and patrols. The report also mentions retreating groups, unseen casualties, and a shift in frontline activity as the conflict persists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Service
Boach Thomas
Daily Mail
Ashere Onemy
Elvoeranste
Annie Hishde
Muller
Srvinie
Jospargnnier
Weiss
Villaun
Thei Red Cross
Ccinyamir
Thyutted
Sunlay
Maviela Villa Wayerin
Pleteby Wereld Ely Die Farce
Tate
Wenige
Chiefs of British and French Offensive Push at Fricourt
The dispatch describes major Anglo French gains in the southern sector near Fricourt and Mont Aubin. It notes German resistance at Serre Thiepval Beaumont Hamel and the capture of Fricourt Wood after intense fighting. Reports confirm large German prisoner numbers and substantial Allied progress, with observers detailing shelling impact and wounded troops in casualty stations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Veh
France
Marcel Huginno
Paris
Healquarters
Bret
Orsental
Gur Rial
Serre
Thiepval
Beaumont Hamel
Fricourt
Ancie
Hell Aut Jong
Mamels
Mont Aubin
Fle
Briqueterre
Capriee
Mont Auban
Ilumiense
Underground defences described in French village fortifications
A wartime account details German underground defences in northern French villages. Extensive cellars and subterranean barracks housed machine guns and deep shell trenches. Despite fused counterattacks, Allied advances faced strong, largely bombproof positions manned by German troops and supported by notable regiments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Tiriey Val Sill
Serre
Sil
Gue
Dashing Prench 4 Miles Gallie DL Lunch Davis Stiles
Fragmented OCR notes describe a scene with references to markets, cures, and remedies. Mentions beverages and imagined places, with scattered names like Chamberlaigs Courh Remedy and Behs. The passage is garbled but hints at a historical market or public notice style with various names and locations.
Intense Allied Battle Reports and Front-Line Advances
War dispatches describe heavy bombardment along the Ancre and Meuse fronts with Allied and German forces clashing near Thiepval La Boisselle and Fricourt. British units reportedly show strong action as prisoners are taken and new trench lines are established amid difficult terrain and weather.
Long Australian Notices and Local Life Events
A mosaic of 1945 local notices and social notes from Cohuna and Melbourne area. Obituary for Padadooenain Wilian with estate details and widow’s claim. Engagement and wedding plans for George A Wilkens and Elsie, plus appointments of Justices of the Peace and police-related civic items. Also mentions hospital news and community updates across districts including Kyneton and Malmsbury with various residents, business changes, and local social activities. The text blends personal notices, marriage intentions, official appointments, and community events with scattered biographical mentions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eevese Willian
Cohuna
Jim Ot
Sembenier
George A
Robert Ti
Wilkens
Melbourne
Elsie
Rouyell Adzin
Enel
Drapery Sale Opportunity Limited to Mail Orders
A sales notice from a Kyne Jon Drapery Stores outlet promotes mail order and parcel delivery options for customers unable to visit the site. It touts low prices on drapery and essential lines, claims improved service, and promises quick attention to orders with special prices for wool and related fabrics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
sheir \Wynes Sale Dales’ Drapery
Kynejon
Momey
Death of IV Hodge and Related Notices
Obituary fragment notes the death of IV Hodge and mentions residence at Bem and a parcel-related assessment. It references a local address and public notices tied to parcels, with unclear details due to damaged text. The fragmentary items imply a death notice and local real estate or tax references.
Memorial Service Reflected on a Town’s Bereavement
A fragmented report recalls a memorial service for a local figure. Notes describe a dignified gathering, a somber sermon, and a scene of winter foliage offering quiet solace while the town reflects on loss and faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayasa
Also Mentioned on This Page
DALES
Aecey
Elessy of Allen
Adresses
Robt
Michell
W. J. Laugher
Autauriaed
Agen
Age
Leader
Advocate
SuhAgen
Argus & Weekly Times
Sution
FOXES
R Bichell
Molson Street
Kyneton Fe Siire Hall
A. B. Chapman
H. J. Wells Pharmacy
A.J. Richardson
F. Boyers
Piper Street
Molleson Street
Rawson
Hie Colonial Bank
GI Australasia Limited
W. Pinnell
Percival E. Boyett
Dental Board of Victoria
A. J. Richardson
H. Rawson
Mollison
Harry & Son
High Street
Kyneton
Woodend
Hearne
Sahy
Wells
Thos Tan
H. Clemens, Ace
H. J. Wells Pharmacist
Mollison ST
Agent Force
Nyals
Vere Sigma CO
Kynotoa
Derby
A, Stredwick
Central Pharmacy
Morrison Street
R and EA. Barnes
Hang Agains
Strathway High Street
Kyretox
Officer & Smith
Collins Street
Hongkins
Humelefizh
Aurigton Street
Eileen May Patrica
George
Mary Hodikins
Gine
TV Che Nuvi
Kyneton Guardian
Tian
Yube Vicotinin
the Guardian
IDET
Kyneton Water Trust
Cire
Berri
Clark
Daylesfart
Australia
Tynes
United Service Special
Reuter
Charing Cross
The
Germany
Cologne
Volksecians
Douglas Haig
Seldota
Chininberlain
Chamberlain
Gough
Chas. Matthews
Malmesbury
Austegg
Offricourt
Ulster Regiment
Cordon Mighbenlers
Neetham
Saffatk Regie
Llands
Prench
Miles Galle DL
Lunch Davis Stiles
Elbe
Blaciers Rusidie
Beisiaih
Marketes
Assovillers
Dex
Hiatt
Chamberlein
Agsevillees
Germinas Fame Deanernialy
Bayobets
Lune
Geran
Witch
Reker
Ancre
la Boizelle
Mons Auban
North Coustrynten
Lister
Susse
the Times
Susses Coast
Chiting Cross
Padhhinstan Ul Waterloo
Lombog
Verdun
Damlold
Meuse
Darton
Berlin
Meus
Hill 104
Uriananon
Froi le Terre
Poivre Hill
Muss
Wyner Anil
Marie Stein
St. Kilda
Hacitus Janiereoye
Lally
Keule
Mies Keane
Hame
Fist of
Kyneton Distete Saltirts
Marsy Welle
Tyrac
Janes Bewcock
Hewsszein
Peawick
Maeistrahhts
Malmsbury
N.S
Fsar
A'Eeket
Payrantaisca
Tuckwell
Uramdchibiren Soeat Prandebilryn Livin
Amiklanulizers
Fra Sea
Elgin Strevs
Hawshyes
IV Hodge
the Ensersceany
Hanis
Eich
Shelmy
Winess
Bremner
Ueailene
Ce Bolton
ileReWas
Danwer
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