Willis dies at Mystic Park after short illness
George William Willis longtime miller and farmer of Mystic Park died after a brief illness. He ran a flour mill in Kyneton, later returning to Mystic Park leaving his sons in charge. He served public committees, supported hospitals, and was active in the Motianuliss church. Survived by wife, three sons, and one daughter. Interment at Ryton Cemetery. Also notes on Anzac veterans Paul and David Reid, and local community events and notices.
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George William Willis
Torm
Kyneton
Mystic Park
GW. Willis
Howe
Willis
Piper Street
Jamies
Gts
Myssle Park
Kyneton Hopital
People's Party
Witch
Motiauliss
Tens
Messrs
G. W
J. EH
Mess. Grewcolt
Daylesford
Ryton
Nis San
Bbden Street
J. G. Reid
Defence
Paul Reid
Vst
CMS
David * Reid
Adgaes
Gallipoli
France
Italiy
Reis
Cpl
John Reid
Local Notables Rally, War News From Kyneton Scene
Kyneton residents share letters from the Defence Department noting L-Cpl Wed Oke’s hospital transfer and local acknowledgments of service. Other items recall the Mayoress Patriotic League’s support funds, a Sydney tragedy involving Miss Enstermann Waller, and updates on Constable T McAuliffe and his son Lieut T F McAuliffe’s military career.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L-Cpl
W. J. Oke
J. Oke
Kyneton
Defence Department
Soi
Oke
Butzah Hospital
Eaton
Kyneton Women’s Patriotic League Donations Report
Donations were received from multiple individuals including Mrs. Rewtwek Miss Muzzies and Mrs. Thomson among others. The contributions covered socks shirts and washers with several households supplying items for the Toltoiys and local schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Rewie
T. Ewing
Randall Hayes
Rewtwek
Muzzies
S.J. Thomson
Fingher
Fron Methodist Auxiliary
Ty J. Thomas
Castles
Senn Barford State School
Campell
Kyneton Hugh School
Tron
Shires
Relatives and Red Cross Workers Reunion Planned
Expedited arrangements for a Soldiers Relatives and Red Cross Workers’ reunion at Paramour Theatre on Thursday afternoon May 2. Musical program and refreshments to be offered as many returning soldiers attend. Attendees, including mothers sisters and wives bearing heavy burdens, are urged to come.
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Red Cross
Paramoue
Aitesnoolster
Kyneton Church Nominators Consider Vacancy At St Pauls
St Pauls Church in Kyneton held a meeting of parochial and synod nominators to consider the vacancy at St Pauls Church of England with the Bishop of Bondize presiding. Archdeacon Haynes and other nominees attended, and Canon Rowell of Echuca was unanimously proposed for a call. The report includes notices of a Blind Concert Company appearance and local health advice, plus an advertisement about the Great Peppermint Cure.
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Kyneton
St. Paul's Church
Bondize
Langley
St Paul's Church
Kisiaind
St. Paul's Church of England
Archdeacon Haynes
Danan Carridgton
John Leaiey
St. Vaul's
Messrs
Wi 1
Argyle
J. Armstrong
C. Mattheiwes
HC Jenking
A. J. Tilal
Travas
Canon Rowell
Eehuea
Brigi
Wylsom Mock
Tay
Chamberlain
Sid Permanenty
Dy J. Res
Malmsbury
Repatriation Committee Urges Soldier Welfare Drive
The Aymenon District Repatriation Committee plans a meeting in the Kvane Mamlay region to discuss settling returned soldiers and welcoming them home. Aimed at reviving civic life, the drive seeks a live committee presence to boost recruitment and show Kyneen people stand by their veterans.
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Aymenon
Kquetom
Cousell
Oeastein
Grin Pias
Kyneton
Paramount Theatre Social Etteses for Returned Soldiers
Be ETEE by OwlThudeday evening the Paramount Theatre overflowed for a social and dance by the Kyton Club social committee. Mrs Ball and the Misses Richter led a large volunteer team with returned soldiers in support. Prizes were awarded to Mrs Elliott and Miss Mary Gleeson with a decorative umbrella for first prize and silver knives for second. Gentlemen’s prize went to Mr Elderfield for a tobacco pouch and a pipe for the runner up. Dr Michell praised the Red Cross effort and rallied the crowd to support the troops and nursing. Dancing followed supper, with music by Walsh, Matthews, Jacobs, and Young. The club announced two more events to aid the Returned Soldiers’ Chur.
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Paramount Theatre
Kyneton Coove Club
Ball
Richter
Thomsin
Elliott
Red Cross
Migs Walsh
Matthews
Jacobs
Young
Mr_ M'Donnelly
Holt
Eugene T Gregory passes in Richmond era
Mr Eugene Thomas Gregory long served as Inspector of Weights and Measures in Richmond. A pioneer in mining and local business, he helped found firms and supported the AVNA movement. His death occurred at Kyneton cemetery with dignitaries sending wreaths and Rev Father Cynch officiating. His wife Miss Dower survives him.
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Eugene Thomas Grégory
Richmond
Aiming
Aime
Ome
Russell's Reef Company
Mining Exchange
Kyneton
Hoontine
Yneton Bruel
AVN
Bard
Gregory
MTA
Western Australia
Dower
Daughier
Interantes Dower
Lauriston
Livi
W. Seaward
Sfessrs
W. Lockhart
G. McWhinney
E W. Perkin
J. Cuddiley
Malmsbury Picnic and Sports Meeting Reports Profit
The Malmsbury Picnic and Sports committee, chaired by Mr. Las, Mekenny, audited by Dr. Tewin and Townisem, found the balance sheet clear with a profit of £7 12s 3d. Receipts included gates, tickets, public notice costs, and prizes. A forthcoming meeting was planned to discuss future events and race entries.
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Las
Mekenny
Tewin An Are B. Townisem
Me. J. Spencer
Niddiber
Bin
Wosipmis
Tosh
Smipeli
Community gathering at Kyneton Methodist Church marks year start
The Kyneton Methodist Church held a Thursday evening meeting in the School Hall with Pastor Rev J. Thomas presiding. The annual report and balance sheet were presented, a Red Cross report praised, and resolutions favored by many members were carried, including moves toward liquor reform and extended Sunday closing. A presentation to retired organist HL Reeves highlighted decades of service, and the event concluded with music and the National Anthem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ren TJ. Thomas
Charentan
Kyneton
Athers Ward
Ammal
Bale Stee
Victorian Alliance
Snell
Ywusieiay
Mr. McLennan
Holley
Hinrowe
Castles
Frame Up star William Russell to screen at Paramount
William Russell stars in The Frame Up to be shown at the Paramount Theatre on Wednesday. He performs a sensational escape by leaping from a speeding automobile and lands with a broken knee cap. Director Edward Sloman supervised the stunt and Russell required medical attention afterward.
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William Russell
Paramount Theatre
Edward Sloman
Russell
Expresso Oif
Sin
Red Cross Fund Drive and Winter Health Tips Feature
A jumble of notices describes a Red Cross fund drive held on Saturday with prizes for women and a request for donations for a health booklet. The page also includes assorted advertisements and medical product mentions, plus a chaotic list of items from a fair, gear, and a lament about winter illness.
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Red Cross
Unclear OCR Fragment Hinted Trade Listing and Notes
Fragmentary OCR text appears to describe a Victorian era trade listing with references to prices, garments, and shipments. It mentions Mr W. Gove and various items including shoes, springers, and goods sold at market, with numbers and dates scattered throughout. The passage lacks coherent narrative but preserves names, places, and monetary figures from the trade record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Fobaege
Conwlack
Erin Ewys
H. Clark
Inuyersy
Fens
Tee Sunielack
O W. Gove
Finuke Sea Shoes
Catsle
Gardiuje
Ardlside
J. F Hall
Taradale Remembrance Service Honors Soldiers
A garbled Taradale celebration recalls soldiers with Dr J McClure presiding and applauding crowds. The event honors 589 days of service, with orchestra support and community gratitude amid a public reception and speech.
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Dales’ Mutual Drapery Stores
Good Values
Melbourne
A. B. Chapman
High Street
Mate H, Don
Wawn's Wonder Wool ‘ Ie
H. J. Wells
Harry & Son
Angh Street
Kyneton, Have
Snq
Culling Street
Hearre
Wells
Richardson's Junction
Phoye
Kynbton
Percival B
Boyet
Feast Board of Desiree
Tachareson
H Ralysor
Bathiane
W. C. Fawkes
South
British Insuranct CO
Beate
Ineome Eee
Avarean AA
OF Australasia Limited
John Gries
Edward Trenchard
Hugh M. Stachan
Newman Barker
H. Wreford
Melqouane
Collins Street
Victoria
South Australia
New South Wales
Sconti
Australasia
United Ingots
Sbrourtoweha
Weld
London
Bask
Edward Clemens
Pha
Stredwick
Central Pharmacy
Llison Street
Hohone
Stephenson
Oie
Arthur James
Bulleconst
Fife
Aid
Wthel
Fred
Reyldrop
the Guardian
Seneton
Conptey
Hasker
Eat
Bargya
Lella Bu
Smith
H. Ets Watkinson
Ball Smith
Menzies
My Clark
J." Rennie
Elp Br
Graves
May Cars
Dales
Mr. Powell
Kyneyon Court
Mutual Drayers
Mes
Joseph Lrawite
Elphinstone
Gia
G. W. Willis
Parmer
McKnight
Aliss Duncan
Schoel
Wnd
Patriotic Fund
Campligll
Duncas
Co Baker
Beet
Walliss Malissbiry
ALC
T. Loerie
Tarfold
Swalliston
Aioli
Ry Hoyerson
As Maison
Rill
A. M. Perkin
Masonic Hall
Yaldwin Street
Siunday
Empire Day
Fernhill
Wourschop
Pthce
Yight
Lady J.B
Matilda Hennessy
Mis. Queesland
Queensland
Shah
Bear
Pte Dear
Grin
Suchoncers
Moses
Pearson
Rowe, Smith and Co
Pry. Sr
Ady Mayoress' Patriotic League
Tower
Henry
Sydney
Paris
Frank Waller
Dalton House
Enstermarn Waller
Poris
Barbarians
Australia
Germany
Miss Waller
Kaiserland
T. McAuliffe
Redestile
Williamstown
T. F. McAutiffe
Baigalore
Juudin
Liext
McSulife
Lse
Kyneton Women
Ross Ib Aeeers
Kyneton Women's Patriotic Fund
Armstrong
P. T. Berry
Eugene T. Gregory
Wailerstan
Aiwinberlgin
Reniey
Tye
Kyne
Pest
Ladies” College
Collinge Streee
Luz
Louis Ef
de Suehlens
Snel
Geo
Gilsirs
Fertis
Alata
Wwe
Waleasus
Kynston sTook As
Welcome Gome
Taradale
Sapper J
J. McClure
Webber
Tralia
Sargent
Bourkis
Dad
fLeffernin
Spond
Empire
Samus
Jefe Taradale
Dr. McChure
Sutton GE
Chestra
Suipjyer
OH al Angier
Sans Aalo
Metaijuy
OG Grimny
Alice Mowbrers
SteCax
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