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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 12, 1917
Page
2
Mrs Moore Hamilton and family express thanks for letters telegrams verbal messages and expressions of sympathy after their recent bereavement.
The Guardian Back Page notes a Kynellin Womens Patriotic Tea and Knitters Reunion for Saturday May 26 to support the trenches with £90,000 in knitted items by July. Red Cross groups invited, with a sixpence charge for a supper. Also announced are a sloyd teacher for Kyneton High School and a wartime film on Why Britain Went to War at the Mechanics Institute Tuesday evening. Sale of Mr John Hamilton’s residence at Stow-Wanes to Beinsitire, plus a Ladies Choral Society and Yside Club meeting in the Temperance Hall Monday at 7.45.
The item reports Pte J. Walken and Pte Wilken from Kyneton missing as of April 1, with brief notes on Gray of Badin Street also reported missing. It cites international notes from Melbourne about the delay in confirming missing soldiers and mentions Australian actions near Arras and Blencourt in early April, describing the intense fighting and Australian breakthrough despite heavy resistance.
An afternoon farewell at Baynton for Mr and Mrs Keddie featured a reception, races, and games organized by local residents. Speakers praised Mr Keddie’s teaching and wished the couple happiness in their new work, with gifts presented and thanks offered to all who joined.
The tally shows Yates extending majorities across several states including Victoria and Queensland. Key returns from New South Wales South Australia and Western Australia indicate close results with ministerialists leading in some districts while others remain in doubt. Notably names such as Hannan Feary Salmon and McDougall appear among candidates with varying vote totals.
The notice highlights Colonial Flannel undergarments and heavy drapery lines at three six a yard with a sale on Meavy Ale Woot Banne and bright patterns. It touts large purchases of Woman's All Wool Com Digwyons at prior prices, a restructured ready made Costing and Coat Department, and broader fashionable stock at DALES DRAPERY STORES lis street.
The whole council met Monday evening with President Me HH. Castles in the chair. Mrs Porter was asked to convey sympathy to the Porter family for their loss and appreciation for Mr Porter’s work as assistant at Lennet on High School. Minutes noted the ministerial education statement and plans to provide funds and plantings for proposed lawns. The girls' sports team visited Tune digo on Saturday May 3 and won in tennis baseball and turkey meat games. Hockey excitement marked by a late score from Vornilis as the teams prepared for upcoming Exhoes at Kyawian.
Fragmentary local notice recounts Mrivati Dodd and family, mentions service in England, Dardanelles, and Australian forces. Describes widow Yer Dudwuyse, hospital charity work, and community sewing quilts by Kyneton workers. Also notes Hospital Meeting Postponed and weathered allusions to Woods Great Peppermint MEE.
The column records illnesses engagements resignations and honors in Kyneton including Miss Marie Trang Wr Luaininger Miss Marie Tlay and Mrs Marie of Cora Keon. It notes Captain Sezel De Murrian resigning as an officer and the illness and recovery of Dr C Carty Salmon. Mention is made of Private Gordon Reeves wounded in action and hospital care with updates on his condition. A feature highlights quilts made by women for the Patriotic League and wartime charity efforts as the town remembers missing letters and distressed families.
A brief notice highlights the Kyneton Women's Patriotic Fund, detailing its role in community support and fundraising efforts. The item notes participation by local volunteers and presents calls for donations and involvement from residents.
A scrambled OCR fragment recounts Malmsbury Race Club activities and local notices, mentioning individuals and families such as Mes Ur Cour, Mrs Maher, and Miss Enclie Marty Le. It references Red Cross work and social ties, with no clear single event or outcome due to garbled text.
Sergeant Cezanne, defeated by Sergeant Lister the Nationalist candidate, arrived in Melbourne in uniform. He reported to State Commandant General R F Willrows, was directed to Captain Ryan Stall, and pending papers for medical examination and hospital operating services were noted. The message mentions Monash division needs and readiness for service in France.
A fragmentary account reports that drinking with meals caused indigestion and that various remedies were tried without reliable relief. It notes water after meals and prior treatment by a chemist, with reference to a local advertorial for bronchial cures and a cautionary tone about unproven remedies.
A lengthy obituary piece describes the funeral rites for Arc Carr and outlines a religious procession to the cathedral. It details the ceremonial elements, participants, and route, including streets and landmarks, with notes on timing and potential impact on tram traffic. The article references church prelates, civic officials, and community representatives coordinating the event.
A fragmented piece discusses Rexona use for everyday ailments and a range of home remedies. It mentions relief for bruises and pains, skin issues, and general health care with various products and practices, highlighting casual routines and familiar brands.
Readable notes cover a local meeting of the Kyneton District Club held in aid of a nearby Weather conditions were poor but attendance was good. Officials postponed some duties and racing results for a turf meeting are listed with horses and stakes including Rise and several named entrants and odds.
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