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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1916
Page
2
Fragmented ad copy lists prices and items such as dresses, gowns, coats, and fabrics. Mentions sale terms including low prices and faded brand names. Notes item lines like towels, boxers, shirts, and sweaters with various price figures through a window display. Contains garbled OCR text but conveys a store-wide sale atmosphere and dramatic reductions.
The fragment reports deaths of Agnes H sietoil and Maud, widows of Herbert White, detailing a May issue notice. It mentions ages around 68 and references a planned service at 3 30 pm, with a prior event at a local Watton location.
An Australian court report describes a returned soldier Bowyslyn facing larceny charges. Details include witness statements, arraignment dates, and references to enlistment in West Australia after returning from Egypt. The case touches on theft of trousers and related proceedings at Geelong and Castlemaine courts.
The article details the Taradale wedding of CUCKCROFT Wallace son of Mrs Chekeroit Queenstumt Swan Hill and Miss Stell Wallace daughter of Mr Wallace Turnitale. It describes the church rites, the couple's vows, bridal party, reception details, presents, and social events surrounding the day.
A community meeting in Kyneton discusses contributions to the French Red Cross Fund and soldier aid. Donations, assets, and local groups including Methodist and Christian auxiliaries plan afternoon teas, raffles, and table service to raise funds for troops in trenches.
An obituary notices the death of Mr J Dalton at Weelie tok place on a Thursday following illness. His son is listed as James Dalton of Gumublesh and Enurberhink Mralimd. Survived by wife and several children including daughters Mesdames Curke and Kiordan, with burial at Kynewon cemetery.
A garbled CMSOCR of Red Cross sock donations lists numerous women and places, detailing efforts in wartime relief. Names such as Mrs Tl Sinach Gigharme Codorsi Uingie Mirg Dan and Miss Shang appear amid references to spring events and hospital logistics, with scattered mentions of volunteers and donations.
A wedding at Melbourne united Miss Hemenah Fleming of Wavahwr and Mr Alenine Holden of MUL Min with Rev A E Giller officiating. The bride wore ivory crepe and a crown of ivy, carried a bouquet and white pearls. bridesmaids and guests attended in formal attire. The couple plan residence in Rune.
Fragmented notice describes a sales event in Kyneton with items including gull stick, daphne wilt, and a Queen of Sport. Mentions Miss Howler sale details, mail notices, and a Patterson of Span. Anecdotes describe passengers and a crowd, ending with a reference to Woods Great Pepperini Cure.
In Malmsbury a box of Le Howms 40 was sent to the Kyneton Women's Patriotic Committee funds, with Morgan's find selling for a thank-you addition. A sale and evening entertainment followed at the hall, weathered by rain but well attended. Rev Geo Cameron presided, with musical items, parlor games, and refreshments provided by local ladies. Performers included Miss Elsie Ward Miss Dara Hoppwell and Miss Olive Raysun. contributions from Dr Wallis and others supported the Red Cross appeal.
Proposed event described as a patriotic garden fete to support children and families. It outlines teachers and workers organizing activities, plant sales, crafts, and a Saturday event with stalls, refreshments, and safety measures, aiming to fund school needs and community welfare.
A garbled wartime style note mentions North Redesdae and Myrtle Cre areas with references to the Patriotic Committee and a patriotic display. It references Red Cross workers, a local council, and hints at community effort during a period of civic activity, though the text is badly corrupted. The fragment names committees and potential beneficiaries but lacks clear actions or dates.
The Kyneton Queen Carnival seeks temporary permission under War Council rules to hold a local event to support the Red Cross. Officials report the shire president’s authority will be used to apply for authorization and any necessary legal steps.
Local items feature promotions in Melbourne bound services, with Sergeant Samuel Johnson of Gob Co. Infantery advancing to stall sergeant-major and reporting to Melbourne. Also noted are successful music examination candidates Olive Jones Evelyn Kerr Violet Chapman Winnie Stevens and John McKenna, plus Malmesbury appointments and Eaglehawk competition results.
A garbled report discusses war coverage and a cable to a protective figure. It mentions a possible Times influence and notes a price of nine dollars. The readable text is highly fragmented with unclear names, dates, and places.
Reuters reports from London that general Sir Dowling’s force repulsed attempts near Mehille Wood and Lonzurval Nori of Lonaweya, with artillery exchanges and no major shifts in lines. German losses are listed, including a Bavarian battalion and several regiments. Allied operations include advances near Kardevonst and along the Combilys–Paris railway corridor, with British units claiming control of enclaves and bombardments along Hardecours Hill and Sonnac.
The Times reports General Hale in London at midnight announcing the British forces extended their line toward Bazentin to Longueval with additional yards of advance in the break through lines.
Fragments report a wartime commemoration noting extended lines and river banks. It mentions a German post position, prisoner counts, and implied battlefield actions on a Thursday. The readable text is garbled but references French advances and military terms.
Mrs Elisa Brister of Kyneton, aged 68, died in the night of Wednesday at her home near the bakery establishment with husband, colleagues, and children mourning. Her late sister Miss Maud Brister and family recall her long service to the community and her Edinburgh-born ancestry. The funeral was held at Hoteton Cemetery with a large turnout and tributes from relatives and local officials.
The readable fragments reference a mix of names and topics including a Woven story, a Goblin, a list of people and places, and vague notes on remedies. The text appears as garbled OCR from a historical page with no clear narrative or event to summarize.
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