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Newspaper
Kyneton Guardian
Location
Kyneton, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 22, 1917
Page
3
A World War I era letter expresses deep sympathy for the death of a young soldier. The chaplain and comrades describe a strong bond among the men, the pride of service, and a poignant message of brotherhood. Messages from both the battalion and the trench community convey gratitude for support from Australia and neighbors, with plans to honor the fallen.
Fragmented report details mare examination and a nurse parade led by Robertson. It notes a timetable for Varans events published in May and references agricultural shows, parades on August 24 and September 8, with discussion of stud farms, breeding, and parliamentary control.
An unclear report notes Sparie M.a and Mf PANE facing Burts in a dispute described as scalds and magnetic effects. The fragment mentions soothing elements and a place or product named Sheldon’s Magnetic. No clear outcome or full context is provided.
The Kyneton Coursing Club opened its season in cold showery weather with strong attendance. Four stakes contested for a total value of £10 10s. Winners included Rowdy Mac in the All Aged Stake and Still Yankee Girl in the Overflow Stake, with various dogs and handlers named among the results and committee members listed.
An old ad claims Rexona Soap cleanses and nourishes hair in minutes, leaving it light, wavy, and lustrous. It touts smoother, healthier hair for dry or brittle strands and promotes a 1/ tablet offer available widely.
A cryptic item notes a hacking cough among children at night and mentions Woods' Great 6 and a peppermint cure. The fragment suggests a health remedy or social note tied to a local name and event.
A lengthy wartime roster lists 293 to LASEALTY fast. This list, issued on Saturday, names 876 men with 130 killed in action, 27 died of wounds, 4 from other causes, 1 accidentally killed, 288 wounded, 340 missing, 78 sick or injured, and 2 nurses ill. Included are several missing and wounded individuals, with numerous names and units. A wedding notice at Mia Mia on Anzac Day follows, detailing attendees and attire.
A long list of auction items and properties including Devon Park 200 acres and several large land blocks in Tylden and near Kyneron. The notices describe farms, stock, equipment, household furnishings, and farm implements for sale by compulsion with details on delivery, transport, and viewing. Buyers are urged to attend the parade auction on a Saturday, with contact for further particulars.
Notice to rate payers in Metcalfe Shire states no person will be enrolled unless all sums due for rates made three months prior are paid by June 1 1917. Rate Collector will attend Shire Hall Metcalfe Sundays and public holidays excepted 10 am to 3 pm. Also a sales notice for cattle and farming stock from Ran Producers Co operative Co Ltd with auction details for Thursday 2p at Ketton Fat and Store.
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