Back Page News: Military Imposter Gun Forfeiture and Local Nominations
On the back page, reports detail a military imposter case and gun forfeiture after a close season hunting violation. Michael Brown faced charges at the Kyneton Court of Petty Sessions. the judge noted the gun would be forfeited or disposed of by the Minister. Labor candidate nominations for the Daylesford State seat closed with only T. Baunigan submitted, who plans a vigorous campaign. Also noted are a centenarian’s life story, a former railway gatekeeper, and a community dance in Greenhill to aid the State school relief fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ioanil Garden
Utes Nu
Hali
Michael Brown
Kyneton Court of Ferty
Thare “Ghail
Vrylesford
Daylesford
Trentnane
T. Baunigan
Woodend
Melbourne
PLC
Tan
Haying
Uiridget Deonnur
Burns ‘Street
South Melbourne
Railway Department
Greenhill
Haker
A. L. Cecil
Woods
Appointed Chaplain Daniel Mannix Honours in Commonwealth Gazette
The Commonwealth Gazette lists Most Rev Daniel Mannix archbishop of Melbourne as late chaplain first class and Chaplain General of the Australian Military Forces. Captain Dettinana requests to relieve officers still in service from the original First Division. Cadets Watton Ward Bower and Fincher recommended for second lieutenants by the District Commandant. Obituaries note the deaths of Dr Broderick Woods mayor of Willimellown and ex-MP Willis Little of Banalla, with details on their careers and families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Mannix
D.D
Melbourne
Iate
RC. Dettinana
Puse
Puntroon
Drett
Dettitatn
66Th Battalion
T. M. Watton
AR. Ward
W. E. Bower
Rose Fincher
Willian
Eoemer
Willis Little
Banalla
North Eastern
Ying
Benalla
The Story of the Anzacs historical publication
Mesrs James Ingram and Sons publish The Story of the Anzacs an historical account of Australia and New Zealand in the great war. It claims to honor those who fought at Gallipoli and those who remained, with clear simple language and many illustrations. The price is 4/6 per copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesrs
James Ingram Ass Sons
Australia
New Zealand
Possvesson
Alhose
Gallipoli
Kyneton Court of Petty Sessions July 37 1917
In Kyneton, Magistrates Mrs M Auliffe licensee of Commercial Hotel faced licensing charges for failing to lock a door on June 17. A drunken patron and a subsequent gun case saw Michael Brown charged with using firearms during close season, results include fines and costs. The court noted the mandatory section on weapon possession and adjourned orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M'Awliffe
Te Commercial Hote
Kyneton
Sith
Stapleton
Defradant
Ore
Baggain
Cugley
Yaldyin Street
Jock
Jasc
Locke
Michael Brown
Alee
Layis
Custey
Questen
Horo
Wese Kyneton
Anil
Wertshal
Sereemit Lore
Hore
Defendane
Anon
Tome
Uel
Silso
Stapteroy Fein
Bartold
Australians urged to fund war effort through savings
A wartime appeal urges Australians to save and invest to support Australia's part in the war. It promotes war savings certificates from £1 to £100, available at savings banks and post offices, with stamps at 2/6 convertible into certificates. Also notes YMCA relief work, distribution of tobacco and sweets to troops, and a court caution on stamped receipts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Australia’s Roll of Honor list of wartime casualties
A Monday-issued district roll of honor reports 22 deaths and 488 wounded. Notable entries include G. E. Arister of Kyneton severely wounded and J. HLS of King Kyneton with multiple injuries. The list appears to summarize casualties from the war effort with local names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pre
Brown Trentham
The
G. E. Arister
Kyneton
Pre J. Hls
King Kyneton
Svottiaed
Alleged political libel case at Australian Senate trial
A jury of 12 heard the case commenced Monday and continued on Thursday in which Semazar T. bi cits, president of the Ue Peneral Son HSeckine, seeks damages for alleged libel against Messrs Davis Lyne and Cow, proprietors of the "Age" newspaper. The trial hinged on a publication and witness testimony regarding statements by Senator Watson and others about government critics. The proceedings featured cross-examination of Mr McArthur and a discussion of statements attributed to Senator Givens and the impact on public opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Cussen
Thesdas Pf
Semazar T. Bi Cits
Ue Peneral
Hseckine
Davi Lyne
Age
Senter Watson
Boush
Wales
Wealden
Senate
Ms Hono
Mann
Ani
Baba Ae
Seator Wasan
Sengive
Fle
Givens
Ole Plain
Watson
Teanee
McArthur
Vudur
Vudur It Me Mose Ot Goredemlakives Oar Mis Suteet. Anitle Press
Tinto Jualee
McArchue
Tor Watson
Benyeert Schater
Lea Watson
Hughes Ami Watson
Wes
Comforts for Wounded Soldiers Appeal in August
The district shows a strong appeal for comforts to aid wounded soldiers in hospital care. Schools, including the High School, are urged to collect items such as jellies biscuits hats fruit and sweets for distribution in military hospitals and to support hospital fare. Local schools and the inspectorate coordinate the drive during the second week of August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yneton
Basingadi
Melbaurag
Avid
Prville
Willy al
Fiaye
Ceshtenis
Ceshtenis OE
Yonrs
Pte
IL Stuart
Wea
Reovrun HS
Postmaster General Warns of Higher Postal Costs
The Postmaster General warns that postal costs will rise due to wartime service disruptions and overseas mail delays. He notes increased expenses from water routes, staffing, and inflation, with potential annual bills reaching £250,000, pressing longer delivery times and reduced frequency.
Australia butter price and export hopes rise amid surplus
Trade circles report plans for a large butter sale in Australia with negotiations under way. If agreement leads to leases and shipments, up to about 300,000 cases could be exported by year end as refrigerated ships await orders. The move aims to push greater volume while ensuring no oversupply and steady supplies for buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West
Tao Ile
Melbourne Unemployment Report Sparks Government Talks
Melbourne council officials release statistics showing rising unemployment in the metro area. Secretary J. Holaway notes a significant portion of workers are without jobs, prompting plans to approach state and federal departments and firms for possible remedies and coordinated action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Prades Hall Council
J. Hotlaway
Gaitr Tusselay
War News and Frontline Updates Across The Theatre
The Times cables from Australia report on the war mood and naval movements as the grand theater expands. Admiralty dispatches describe Prussian and Austro German pressures, prisoner counts, artillery activity, and the ongoing Russian Front with signals of German troop shifts toward Treblanc and Francisbourg. Frontline notes include Haig’s reports of repulsed raids near Fondine Croisilles and Vermelles, mesh of aerial actions, and losses among observers and aircraft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fuhl
Douglas Haig
Fondine
Es Croisilles
Ariehtieres
Wetworth
Vermelles
Messines
Lens
Armentieres
Consaintance of fierce fighting in Champagne region
A damaged report describes intense combat in the Champagne area near Long Haut and the Tetnn. German forces push the line as Australian and allied units counter with heavy casualties and repeated trench engagements to reach the rear of the captured Era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Champagne
Long Haut
Miia
COMPLETE GERMANS DEFEAT AT SEA IN FIERCE BATTLE
Fragmentary wartime report describes a naval engagement in which German forces suffered a decisive defeat. The damaged text mentions intense fighting, heavy shelling, and Allied counterattacks, with references to ships, artillery, and tactical movements amid a chaotic sea battle.
Hard Teel Ge yori and the Skating Club Gala
Fragmented OCR notes describe a Monday to Tuesday event with skating contests, fancy dress, and musical performances. Judges praised attire and routines, with trophies awarded by local sponsors. The e venue featured awards for best fancy dress, most graceful skaters, and a backward skating display, concluding with thanks to organizers and attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris
Trewlella
Monee
Tymn Fale
Sap Coigh Harris
Coughs and Colds Cure Claims and Fatal Hospital Case
A dubious tonic labeled Woods Ps Cure promises relief from coughs and rheumatic pains. A patient named Rishi Shep suffered severe injuries from a horse kick and died after transfer to Melbourne. Railways report revenue gains in the year, while medical notices warn of insect and drug risks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rishi
Shep
Forbes
Thuita
Casthemainé Post Oliees
Cale Chrisie
Moly Trinity
Webster
Melbourne
Cdi
Mies Vomie Wits aemseBers
Fragmented 19th century notice of medical remedies and events
A fragmented 19th century notice mentions medical products like Brown’s Bronchial Troches and Seebed Compound, and notes social activities with names such as Kathleen Ikon and Lorna Waris. The piece references a Scholar Special Meeting, competitions, and advertisements for remedies, with scattered dates and places.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Dales
Molson Street
Kyrrton
Newcastles
A.B. Chapman
Ish Ste Bave Money Store
Sacred Heart College
Convent OF Mercy, Kyneton
Kyneton College
High Street
Rey
Mrs Bryant
Junipi
Gippsland & Northern Cooperative Selling & Insurance CO. Ltd
Flinders Lane
Newmarket
R. McKenzie
H. Harry & Son
Nigh Street
Rand A
E. Barnes
Brunswick Street
City End
Central
Raia
D Bros., Saddlers
Anna
A. Stredwick
Central Pharmacy
Mollison Street
Sigma Company
H. J. Wells
Nyal
Nyala
Richardson's Junction Pharmacy
Herbert
Good
Kyneton District
Kynnfon Farms
Olive Pemberton
Gremred
Dale
Bening Astone
Pemberton
Vigoros
Edward Clemens
Clarke & Co
A. Riuter Clarke
Collins Street
Melhourne
Members Stock Exchange of
Der
Liberal
Douglas
Alex
France
Jean
Phyllis
Ales
the Guardian
Eyneton
Taursday
G. Patterson
George Patterson
Rohese
Berry Street
Kew
Daytesford
Sir James Patterson
Austin Hospital
Church of England
Dayleaford
Carrie de Groot
St. Vincent's Hospital
SMO
Rase Hospital
Kilda
Dexvine
Geelong
du Graot
Ray
Broderick Woods
Nelson Place
Fwr Teru
Willistows Bathins ‘Coupsing
ANA
Dr. Woods
FS. Woods
Williams
Towa Necropolis
Father Patrick O'Reilly
Paris
Castlemaine
Father Daley
Kypeton
Father O'Reilly
Chewtap
Castlemainy
Coronier
O'Reilly
Ireland
Vietoris
St Mary's
Campbell's Greek Cemetery
Reka
Reyains Duiring
C. Davis
Flemington
Stainen
Davis
Melbourne Hospital
HL. Harrison
Tasmania
Kyneton Court OF Petty Sessions
Messrs
Bartold, Pal
Michell and Clarks
YMCA
Bagtad
Jesesaien
Caton
Latebury Plain
Iwajihs
Winenck
Kyneton Progress
Defence Department
E.R. Ferenson
Ryneton
Harges
Mark of Kay
Poe
Agi
Postal Services
Postitavler
Mr Websater
Praca
Ile
Rossinle
Admiralty
Lonmos
Rossionificiai Messner
Momlas
Entiers
BR Mev
Toulon
Fielt
Agriplone
Lotwich
Austrnia
Eltesny Reserees
Lipses
Eetire
Ips
East Fern Sd Af
Leodatans
Rig
Rumantar
Reuter
Russiiy
Lauacer
Wachington
Riea
Reinnais
Tralian
Francisbourg Te Ste
SUCCE
Wien
le Pan
Hall
Atbeir Wagan
Cre
Spain
Mesers
Hurry
Buyardaon
Clemens
Chell
Rennie
Boyersey Dale
Tray
Taylor
Tibons
Atgady
Smith
Beliunis
Caloz
Clark
Newts
Bali-mi
G. Davis
James Acne
Miss Waite
Sunior
Grest
Pein
Jos Flor Butler
Clem Brows
Wis
Dollmann
Sheldon
Magan
Skelter I
Taille
Petree
Dickeys
Mahnzburs
Tae
Wicilals
Ceeil
Gu. Hsokty
Pup
Sehniteyeom
Tia Follwine
Ecestul
S Kathleen Ikon
Tal
Lorna Waris
Prady
MaNald Hycasey
Calis
Yim
Anit
Boston
Ln Read
London
England
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