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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
2
A fragmented notice lists prices for tanks and troughs, mentioning Redcliffe iron and a £5 12s 5d fuel or water gas line, with a brief call for lowest rates. The item references sale or sale-related terms and possible installation services.
A J Richardson and Jaucceseay ta F Boyer, chemist and druggist, announce relocation from Piper Street to quote Conrad Frenises in Scolli Son Str next to Meh Rawson. Phone 123.
The column lists events including The Turkish Gallipoli deal update, a Thrillaz Bare Story, and a Queen’s Carnival arranged by Mrs Carroll for Wednesday at Tempersnee Hall. It mentions an Albert Mall Theatre showing Business by History and a missionary address by Rev T Howard Suit. A charity drive in Kenetun raised £16 10s.
A large gathering at the Masonic Hall Waldwity street bade Major Geoffey Hurry farewell on the eve of his departure for war. Speeches lauded his public service as a town leader and councillor with tributes from Cr J Clark and others, while Spain and Archdeacon Bishop praised his character and wartime service. The event featured a formal toast, gifts from the ladies, and sentiments of good luck for a safe return.
The article describes Sunday services at Tylden Pressytertan Church including a 50 irs attendance, discussions of relief measures by the Central Board of Teal and Governor officials, and mentions special renditions by the chair. It notes evenings services and outlines arrangements for the parish, with references to attendees from surrounding areas and a plan for improving the church’s facilities.
The program included heartening village activities with a Sunday School anniversary and charity drive. Recitations, songs, and choruses performed by children and seniors showcased village talent while a quiz club formed at the Mechanics Institute drew interest. Red Cross efforts reported multiple finished garments and comforts prepared for aid.
The sock knitting competition won by Miss Jessie Foster with number a8. runners up include Miss McLeod and Miss Evelyn Posters. Many competitors and supporters listed, with exhibition at South Roast on Thursday from 2 pm to 3 pm. Admission sixpence after noon.
Fragmentary text mentions death events and names such as Ma Joby, Luis Awoyayap, Bee WEA, Hing, and Ryman. It references Ashes, a funeral context, and scattered phrases about seminars and a slaughter. Content is highly garbled with no clear narrative.
A fragmentary note thanks an individual or group with garbled phrases and scattered names. The text references private thanks, a night, weapons or tools, and possible names like Chas Deaple or Weuehen, but content is largely unreadable and lacks a clear event or outcome.
The item presents a medicinal claim from an era advertisement noting chronic chest ailments benefited by Woods Great Peppermint Cures. It cites a simple remedy format typical of old patent medicine notices without modern clinical detail.
A man at a railway station near Macedon fires shots after an alleged dispute at J. Barrow’s grocery store. He is arrested by Constable Chamnerkln and Sergeant Simmons. cartridge case matches the weapon he possessed. He will appear in court on the date set by the authorities.
Veterans and families gather for a homecoming at Kyneton House and Masonic Hall. Privates O'Brien and Taylor are welcomed along with Fusiliers and the 16 soldiers mentioned. A public reception with music by the Brigade Band and speeches will follow at the Abiert Hall and the Masonic Hall.
A successful Friday evening concert at the Sy rhisings Institute in New Gisborne raised funds to acquire New South Wales equipment for the Gisborne cadets. Captain Desemann and local supporters commended Mrs Ross Warr and the sick ladies for their help in selling tickets and boosting the event.
Local Red Cross branch reports a Monday shipment of varied goods to France including 6 jars of jam 9 tin cans milk powder and 12 tins bacon wood and textile donations. The committee welcomes new members Mrs A Cameron and Miss Gette Gosel while listing donors and recipients among West District families and volunteers.
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