HACK RACE AND HORSE NAMES AT MEETING
A list of horses and riders appears with odds and placements for a hack race and related events. Notable entries include Paton Ron True, Lullabar, Fabian, Kuma's Pride, Relaco's Sinetais, and Wand. the Ladies Bracelet Handicap is mentioned with a winner by Belle Lenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paton
Ron True
Barke
Cowan
McDanid
Noll
Fabian
McMahanee Kuma
Pride
Relaco
British Red Cross Society Formed Branch in Mayge Parish
On September 4, 1914, a 90-member informal meeting in Mayge’s Parlor led to forming a local Red Cross branch. Officers named include President Mr A G Romand and Vice-President Mrs H Holtɪe. A series of events followed: a concert, fund collections, and knitting efforts supporting Adelaide and Esawick Hospital. By February 1916, £96 raised and later £280 6s 6d released for sowings. Monthly sales and knitting gatherings continued with Mrs Hollis coordinating, wool supplied by local donors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hso
Riscolt
Dha
Red Cross Society
Eee
A. G. Romiand
Mra
H. Holtie
Bop Fender
Aliarnooe
Warm
Toon Hall
Te Adelaide
I. M. Bille
Wellingtoo
Esawick
Hollis
Local Red Cross Meeting Notes and Financial Report
A fragmented report details a Red Cross branch meeting with notes on fundraising, donations, and expenses. Key items include a 800 donation by D. end J. Fowler and Wilkinson & Co, monthly subscriptions, and a balance ledger showing receipts and expenditures to mid 1916. The document mentions leaders, a Bandbag division, and ongoing fundraising activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell
Town Hall
Lover School
Memes D. End J
The King's Appeal to Volunteers for Imperial War Effort
The King's Appeal urges volunteers to sacrifice fortune and life for the empire. It thanks those who already pledged support and calls for more men to come forward. The message emphasizes enduring peace and victory as rewards for service.
Prime Minister's Appeal for Enduring Peace and Rights
An unclear wartime message urges a broad appeal to restore peace and uphold individual rights. The text appeals to allied leaders and the public to support a lasting settlement that safeguards sovereignty and security, noting obligations and hopes for stability.
Australia calls for more men in urgent war effort
Prime Minister Hughie appeals to Australians to answer with a resounding yes to raise fifty thousand more troops and sixteen thousand monthly reinforcements. He frames the plea as a duty to preserve life and victory, praising soldiers who have sacrificed and urging unity with the Allied cause for destiny and safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Irelane
W. M. Hughie
Official Circular on Loans Recruiting Committees
The Prime Minister outlines duties for loans recruiting committees including early testing action, forwarding inquiries to the Commonwealth Statistician, marking recruiting slips at the recruiting centre, canvassing those refusing to enlist, and arranging inquiry committees. Emphasizes secrecy, non inquisitorial questions, and timely guidance. success rests on local branch efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoghas
Commonwealth Statistician
Coderneath
Toder
Ote
Williggness
Enlien Lapar
Rafesa
Christmas Thanks From Our Soldier Boys
A 1915 wartime message from the local Cheer Up Society thanks supporters for Christmas gifts for soldiers overseas. Letters from Limra Springmore and Egypt express gratitude from service members in the 7th Infantry Brigade and Australian forces, noting appreciation for care packages and kind regard from Australians at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Es O. L. Basher
Faeke
Gietmas
Billycase
Limra
Lomnor
Billycaa
Springmore
H. Phillips
Thanassare
Egypt
Madem
Mai
Australis
Tremain
Faignfaly
H. W. Rowley
7Th Infantry Brigade
Execution in Brussels Ground by German Firing Squad Report
Fragmentary eyewitness account describes an execution in a Brussels garden by a German firing party. A visibly brave woman, blindfolded and led by soldiers, endured a lengthy process before being shot as the guard and others watched. The body was carried away for post mortem handling by Belgian staff under instruction of a minister, with mixed reactions and lingering questions about the motive and outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Misa Qavell
Misa Crvali
Garda
Brussels
Weadrawe
Mianbe
Thi
Sim
Ofquistly
Sobbieg
Buusa
Ish Miotster
Censorship Appeal Penalties for Neglect in War Census
A historical notice warns Australians aged 18 to 44 to answer the War Census Act inquiry by March 1. Penalties include fines up to 50 pounds and potential imprisonment for noncompliance. Officials report stringent enforcement and detention measures for those who delay or refuse to respond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. H Knibbs
O.M.G
Australia
Opos Indiotuwa
Sass
Caltarn
Britons Face Record Wedding Licenses Postwar Surge
A wartime lull in marriages yields to a postwar peak as authorities report a flood of licenses. In November over 400 licenses issued by the registrar and a month total far above prewar levels, with 1914 and 1919 marriage numbers cited as 294,087 and 286,558 respectively.
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Montha
Britten
Savaral
Mar
England
Wales
Australian Heroes Killed and Wounded in Action
A World War II era notice lists Pte Pow Clem Faerrett and Cpl EG Hollis among the fallen and wounded, with further names including Laure, Died at sea, and others from Australia. The fragmentary report references multiple individuals and places, hinting at a casualty list and war-related tributes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clem Faerrett
Laure
EG Hollis
Australia
Bema Wirenshara
Melrose Note Mentions Lacy Jobner Absence
The item notes the absence of Lacy Jobner from the district and asks friends to remind if they have details. It references Melrose and suggests appreciation for any timely information about Jobner’s whereabouts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lacy Jobner
Wilmingtons Honor Roll Inscription Notice
The following mothers have been inscribed on the Honor Roll posted at the Wilmington Post Office. The list conveys recognition from local authorities for community service and support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington Post
Wedding Sells and Double Wedding Observed at Sieonta
A large gathering attended two weddings on March 1 at the Sieonta Matfeciat Church. J Peter and Miss Dansie were among the couple pairs. Mrs Dansie was escorted by her brother-in-law and Anise Atkinson was presented by her father. The attire featured black undertrim and blue ribbons as noted in the ceremony description.
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Geners
Sieonta ‘Matfeciat Chuan Om
Ahersorn Marck
Peter Coable
Olabraiad
Aikincan
Acon
Joan Aariowen
Beis Hilla
Dis
Brod
Miss Dansie Eee
Tosa
Anise Atkinson
Atkinie Wate
Port Germain Races Run Wednesday March
Port Germain announces races to be held Wednesday in March with details incomplete in the notice. Officials urge participation and provide times and venues forthcoming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Germain
Also Mentioned on This Page
Geore
Fiest
Bares
Pompongoorae
McDoa- Sprightful
Ie Finis
Neon
Belle Lenges
British Red Cross Society
Ansual & O
LAURA
Brano
Mr. Gi. GB
Bowlard
Volsteed
Mrx
Wellington
Backingbus Palace
Empire
Mmne
Nyermise
Caceres
Tran George RL
TSE
W.M
Ander
Talese
Td Maoh
Benraing Com. Triteens
Christmas Billies
Voldiv
Gaurd Sysant
Ypres
Promian
Brcruiting Appeal
TH Wade Wirrabsara
William Graham
Waura
Beztaloo
Billingtower
Ahrunia
Commonwealth
L Mackie Pre E
Turner
Melrose
Wilmington's Honor Roll
Wedding Sells
Wigkie
Seriie Ingeles
Alyong
Bea
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