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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 12, 1917
Page
4
A mosaic of wartime letters and recollections recounts a mother’s seven sons, French and Senegalese heroism, and German reception of French officers. It reflects social contrasts, praise for sacrifice, and a wary view of patriotism amid global conflict. The piece blends personal tales with commentary on honor, memory, and the costs of war.
An old advertorial urging relief from kidney pain with Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. It cites Ales Daron and Mrs Dean’s experiences, touting Doan's as widely used and effective. Mentions price, retailers, and mailing offer. The copy emphasizes relief, repetition, and brand prominence.
Amended pay scales for Australian Imperial Forces with daily rates for Private to Lieutenant, including deferred pay and separation allowances. Pension provisions outline payments for totally and partially incapacitated soldiers and dependants. Also notes a remedy for croup sold in Kyneton and nearby towns.
A garden column covers weekly guidance for pruning, weeding, watering, and soil care. It describes Jerusalem artichokes, tubers, and late winter planting, with tips on soil, weed control, and timing for planting crops and perennials. Specifics include preparation, soil quality, and maintaining dry conditions to protect plants.
Daylesford Police Court heard Robert Kugh Murdoch accused under the Defence Act regarding an employment contract with George Terest Wood. Witnesses described service terms, 1916 enlistment, and a 1916 to 1918 period, with Mr Davies defending. The magistrate found for Murdoch in part, terminating the contract while noting prior enlistment and reemployment attempts. Plus local recruitment notes and a historical pipe remark from Pest Museum.
A fractured text offers a solemn funeral oration praising memory and mortality. It invokes divine immortality, the soul’s ascent, and the enduring influence of the departed, urging reverence, consolation, and steadfast faith as mourners honor the lives and deeds of those gone.
A rainfall data note for Kyneton compiling yearly figures up to 1916. The document formats future reference tables showing average rainfall, with yearly values and background notes for readers collecting meteorological statistics.
An old Guardian office advertisement urges readers to use Morris Tugerial Eye Remedy to prevent eye ailments. It claims cures for soreness swelling and vision issues, citing Ada Grmesley as a notable case and promoting purchases through Annstroog Bros and Guardian stores.
A wartime editorial argues against delaying enlistment or debating casualty figures. It urges immediate recruitment to bolster British and Australian forces, warning that reinforcements are insufficient and final victory requires more men. It stresses the need to end procrastination and commit now.
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