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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1916
Page
2
From the fragmentary report a list mentions Vanks Windsales and prices for gas and water services. Specifics include figures like 32/0 and 150 with references to Redcliffe and Latviest Ra, but the text is incomplete and details are unclear.
The advertisement lists items including the Dainty Mai Warmer and the Ruigitow Paut Warmer, both Derby stoneware suitable for water and heat. It mentions a genuine Derby Stoneware line with multiple bottle styles and sizes, noting price increases and limited car supply for contingencies and hot water bottles.
A town diary reports visiting councillors Lewin Spam and Cheris at Kynesbury and Glengum, with welcome by Cr Me Kuighid and notes on civic duties. It covers a Friday Holy Kiosk event at M huwkie Town Hall, a birthday post arrangement for King’s Birthday, and Metealfeshire boundary revisions by Public Works.
The vacancy in the Southern Province Legislative Council follows the retirement of a member and death of another. Candidates include Anstis and Murdy with liberal and progressive liberal alignments amid anticipated oaths and contested support from multiple local figures and districts such as Springhill Pip Pers Creek and Gathrelle Selig.
A farewell ceremony honors Mr F Heuredar who enlisted in the Army Medical Corps. Principal Ravel and staff praise his service and wish him well as students, staff, and townspeople express affection and pride in his work and departure. The program closes with a musical tribute and a patriotic farewell.
The Kyneton council faced a paused session amid talk of property valuations, qualifications for councilors, and a push for clarity on the annual capital salute. Dr Rivett and others questioned assessments while residents debated local governance and the town’s finances.
Sergeant Rogers of Penate leads a feature on community memory as Kendton High honors fallen soldiers. The Riverview Honor Roll and Empire Day ceremonies at Riverview School list names including Leary Jauthann, Fred Hocking, and Patrick Brown with staff Miss Cornisit overseeing the event for parents of soldiers.
The Soldiers Relatives Reunion is planned for a Mechantes Tasticuie venue on Thursday at 3 pm with guests from nearby regions and beyond. Organizers expect many veterans families and allied groups to attend as part of a cordial community gathering featuring a musical program and social activities.
Larphy and Mag the echolars joined at Drummond State Sefigolay for Emysine Day, with readings by Mp Ketch Bell and performances at the Bansh Cuipite. Parents and residents attended, volunteers read buimposibialis, a French Naglonal Yur sions debut, and the event closed with songs including Red White and Hive. Funds raised support local needs, bringing the total near a target. teachers' examinations and readings followed by a playhouse session and refreshments.
Rain fell across several days with totals in the vicinity of hundredweights and inches. Rainfall figures are given for various stations including Wadena and surrounding areas, with monthly summaries up to May 1st and mentions of year to date totals and notable dates. The notice also references Wing's Birthday and a Sunday closing date, plus an advertisement for Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children.
A wartime Empire service at St Andrew's recalls sacrifices made for freedom. The keynote centers on unity under the cross, praising heroes and urging citizens to honor the fallen by embodying steadfast service and faith in national life.
A damaged yet readable report describes a benefit gathering to aid Australian wounded soldiers. The event featured a large turnout, financial donations, a rich program of songs and performances led by Sergeant Drew, and generous support from ladies and workers, with proceeds from sales and a lively entertainment docket.
Inspectors Hansen Wrigley and Miss Flynsy visited Kyeton High School to discuss water discipline and staffing concerns. The session covered school leadership, teaching shortages, and the role of the Cantle Inspectorate in governance while noting student competition at Echuca events.
Yesterday afternoon in the A School cookery class Miss Mize Ryan, a teacher of cookery, led the first of a series of three apple cookery demonstrations. A fair attendance filled the room, with more room available. The recipes followed the Enucasion Department issued list.
Obituary notes MR ELI JONES a longtime pioneer of the Newham district died at his Sewhans home on May 20 at age 70 after a period of failing health. Born in Wiltshire England, he settled near Newham with wife Miss Adams daughter of the late Mr Richard Adams. Survived by seven children, three of his sons reside in Newham and nearby towns. A staunch community member and early founder of local churches, his funeral and interment followed with services and arrangements by local mourners.
A garbled local item describes a gathering at Barkly Square on Monday where a group of Hurley with tomshayks and Jnnives are involved. The piece hints at a continuation and references an Evineguelirazis champien with unclear actions and a possible dispersal.
A distressed fragment describes chilblains with itching and swelling, noting remedies such as a magnetic dressing. It also recounts a contested land sale in Me Calfushire where Mr Oliver was paid incorrectly and council discussions debated who should bear the excess cost, referencing Mr Reeves and Dr McLure in April council meetings.
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