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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1915
Page
2
Wartime dispatches from Gallipoli describe heavy artillery duels and trench fighting as Allied and Turkish forces clash across the peninsular flats. Reports note persistent bombardment, shifting advances, and mounting casualties amid harsh heat and rugged terrain.
A Drummond social on Saturday featured a braw patriotic concert to raise funds for Australian sick and wounded soldiers. Gr J McCarthy chaired with Calin McGlure secretary, big local turnout, auctions and performances by Kerr, Sutherland, Pendock and others, plus a heartfelt address and songs. Proceeds exceeded 230 pounds as Drummond residents praised the effort and hospitality.
A fragment ad describes back ache common to housewives and workers, claiming sharp pain in the back and kidney disease symptoms. It promotes Dr Shet Gun Pills as a cure, touting their quick action and stating prices of 1/0 and 3/6, with availability everywhere.
Sincere regret across Casthenianéun as Colonel J W McCay is wounded a second time. A cable reports the first wound cracked thigh bone with slow recovery and possible transfer to England or Australia for recuperation. The 15th marked the death of his wife, adding to family distress.
The match is a four handicap stroke competition over tables for pairs. Entries must be made at the club house or secretary by Wednesday August 6 or before August 7. There is no entry fee.
Redescale district notes a benefit event by Mr Doolin a totally blind tenor who sang with charm. The program showcased songs and moving pictures with wartime scenes, drawing excitement from children and adults alike. A Red Cross event follows the Belgian fair funds used for medical material with a charity supper and dance on Friday July 3a. Ticket price 1/6. Mes Keogh Lyal’s friend to hear she is in danger.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Belgian related names and a monthly periodical, with references to persons KG Armsiones C W Pinnell R Donovan and a noted Easter operation. Details are unclear due to corruption. the item appears to be a brief missive or notice rather than a full report.
A note from readers discussing garden trenching methods appears alongside council business. The June meeting of Miteslie Shire Council considers the State Accident Insurance Company and weekly compensation for injured workers who are lodge members. An inspector’s dilemma emerges over deductions claimed by Dr Donovan and a Seymour paper citation.
A compact ad listing various items for sale and rent including motorcycles shrubs fruit trees and plants. It also notes houses and farms for sale and rental terms with local agent contact details in Kyneton and Mollison Street.
Tenders are invited by the Shire of Glenlyon for the right to depasture sheep and cattle on the Glenlyon Recreation Reserve for three years from August 12, 1018. Viewed at the Shire Office Glenlyon with a cast deposit of St. The highest tender is not necessarily accepted. Langley,Secretary, Shire Office Glenlyon.
A reader notes Brown's Bronchial Troches provide relief from throat irritation hoarseness and persistent coughs. The ad mentions government stamp on the box and Brown and Son Boston as makers with European depot in London.
Government notice announces Crown land sales at Castlemaine and Fryerstown in Victoria. Listings cover multiple allocations with upset prices per acre, areas, and valuations across parishes, including Castlemaine, Eppinstone, Fryerstown, Harcourt, Guildford, Woodend, and Langley. Plans and details available at Melbourne and local Land Offices. 1/8 of purchase money as deposit, balance in six monthly installments with 4 percent interest.
Fragmentary notice from Gloster Bros at Redesdele Junction. Mentions fire risks insurance and government guarantees in Victoria, with unclear references to products, prices, and participation in fees and information supplies. Names and places are inconsistently legible.
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