Bacchus Marsh Market Sale Opens August 8 1918
Bacchus Marsh Market to be held at the Corporation Yards Bacchus Marsh on Thursday August 8 starting at 11 pm Samples include 200 cattle 75 milkers and springers 20 fat bullocks and cows 20 yearling steers 60 sheep 60 fat lambs 40 ewes and b. others listed. Also horses pigs dray and farm implements. Listings note owners J B Doherty F T Jones CL Alkemade and Leidenberg Street dwelling. Next sale set for September 12 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B, Doherty, Esq
Jinker
Sale of township property at Bacchus Marsh
On Thursday August 8 at 12 noon L A Fairbairn Co. selling at the Corporation Yards Bacchus Marsh the Trevallyn estate near St Bernard’s Church. It includes a 3 room lath and plaster dwelling, bathroom, pantry, outbuildings, 45ft 4in front by 160ft depth, in good order. Also two adjoining allotments of land 46ft by 140ft, currently fenced as one block. Auctioneers La Pairetene & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trevallyn
St. Bernard's Church
Paireaten & Co
Bacchus Marsh
Land sale notice and stud farm ad from Melbourne 1918
L.A. Fairbairn and Co instruct buyers to attend a land allotment sale at the Corporation Yards at noon on a specified date. The ad also promotes William of Orange at the Lindale Stud Farm in Parwan near Bacchus Marsh with a 20 Guinea fee and lists contact A J Gray in Melbourne. An estate administration notice for the will of William James Rutterford requests creditors and next of kin to file claims by September 6, 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L.A. Fairbairn & CO
OC. L. T
William OF Orange
William the
Melton
Lindale
Parwan
Bacchus Marsh
Apply
A. J. Gray
Bustell Street
Melbourne
Willian
James Rutterford
Little River
Collins Street
Walter 8. House
Genuine Clearing Sale at Gisborne by George Collie
Dixon and Son auctioneers offer a genuine clearing sale at the Telegraph Hotel Gisborne on Saturday August 10 starting at 1 pm. The sale includes dairy cows mixed yearlings draught and light horses fat sheep and lambs implements and sundries with no reserve and cash terms. A good Shorthorn bred cattle group and well regarded horses and equipment will be offered for ready buyers from Couangalt district relocation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dixon & Son
Gisborne
George Collie
Couangalt
Telegraph Hotel
All-Green
Election of Melton Councillors for Four Ridings in 1918
Shire of Melton announces elections for South North Rockbank and East Ridings to fill retirements of Councillors Minns Browne Milven Leake. Nomination by August 7 1918 at Melton Council offices between 10am and 4pm. Returning officers: Hornbuckle North Orgill Rockbank Tow nsing East.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shire of
Melton
James Frederick Minns
South
Walter Browne
North
Henry Milven
Rockbank
Willian Leake
East
Council
Paty
Geo, Minns
Shire
Thomas Hornbuckle
Bacchus Marsh Council By-Election Notice 1918
The Shire of Bacchus Marsh announces an election for one councillor in the Bacchus Marsh riding to fill the vacancy caused by Dr C L Alkemate. Nominations close August 22, 1918, at the Shire Office Bacchus Marsh between 10 am and 4 pm. Returning Officer W Grant Morton.
Shire of Bacchus Marsh by-elections announced in 1918
Parwan Riding will hold a council by election on August 22 1918 to fill a vacancy caused by Cr Bays retirement. Nominations close August 8 1914 with delivery to the Shire Hall or by deputy Mr Le Cocq under provisions of the act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parwan
Bacchus Marsh
Cr. R
Tome
le Cocq
Pentland Hills
Shire of
Hugh Meikle
Bacchus 'Marsh
Ballrangers
Bave'r Marsh
Shire of Bacchus Marsh vacancy notice in Coimadai riding
The Shire of Bacchus Marsh announces the Coimadai Riding vacancy due to the retirement of Dr James Kerr. Candidates must nominate at 4 pm on Thursday August 1918, with delivery to Returning Officer Mir. 8. Le Cocq at Shire Hall.
Melton Mechanics Institute Public Meeting and related notices
A public meeting at the Melton Mechanics Institute is scheduled for Saturday August 10 at 8 30 pm to plan Sunday afternoon entertainment for visiting Returned Soldiers from Base Hospital. Also meetings of the Mellon Belgian Fund and Patriotic Committee with disposal of balance funds. A separate note announces a meeting of friends of Constable Steinfort on Monday evening the 5th at 9 30 pm convened by Geo Coburn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mellon Belgian Fund and Patriotic Committee
J. H. Cunningham
Friends of
Constable Steinfort
Geo. Coburn
Melton Mechanics’ Institute
Gea Advara
Community drives tree planting for Soldier Boys appeal
Saturday August 10 at 10 a.m. the Committee urges volunteers to dig 170 holes and plant trees in the Avenue. Bring tools. luncheon provided by the Ladies. Names to Miss Anderson for ladies helpers and to Mr H E Connor for carpenters. J A Brown, Chairman. An euchre party in Mechanics Hall on Friday August 9 supports above funds. Admission and dance to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Anderson
H. E. Connor
H. M. Holgson
J. A. Brown
Mechanics Hall
R. Lidgett
Tenders for Shire Roads Contract No 2p at Bacchus Marsh
Tenders addressed to the Shire President at Shire Hall Bacchus Marsh must be received by 10am Monday August 12 1918 for forming and metalling 900 linear feet on Geelong Bacchus Marsh road under Country Roads Act. Plans available at Shire Hall deposits required. Lowest tender not necessarily accepted. S Le Coe Shire Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacchus Marsh
Geelong
Bacchus Marsh Road
Shire Hall
S. le Coe
Annual election councillors in Pentland Hills riding set
Citizens of the Pentland Hills riding prepare for annual elections to fill council seats. Dr Hugh Meikle is named as a candidate. Philip Purcell is also listed as a contender with the election date in August 1918 noted, reflecting a local political contest time.
Ballan Shire Seeks Tenders for 87 Chains Work
Tenders for a project between Greendale and Shuter's hill near Ballan are invited by the Shire Hall. Sealed bids close at 11 am on Monday August 4 1918 with a 15 percent cash deposit required. The lowest bid may not be accepted. PIERS KELLY Shire Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shire Hall
Ballan
Greendale
Shuter's Hill
Piers Kelly
Shire
Balliang East Tennis Club Social Fundraiser at Johnson Barn
Balliang East Tennis Club hosts a social event to raise funds at My. C. Johnson's Barn on Friday night August 16. Tickets cost gentlemen 2 shillings plus tax. ladies are asked to provide. G. V. Davis is Hon. Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
My. C. Johnson's
Bacchus Marsh Calls for Thistle Inspector Post
Shire of Bacchus Marsh invites applications addressed to the Shire President at the Shire Hall until 10 am on Monday August 12 1918 for the position of Thistle Inspector. Salary £50 per annum payable monthly. S Le Cocq Shire Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thistle
Bacchus Marsh
S. le’ Cocq
Letter from C L T Alkema de Ratepayers Bacchus Marsh
To the Ratepayers of the Bacchus Marsh Riding the retiring representative announces nomination for re election upon request of ratepayers and pledges to continue to attend to their requirements if returned. He thanks supporters and signs as C L T Alkema de.
Strength of Empire Move Ment at Bagchus Marsh Hall
Strength of Empire Move Ment event announced for Tuesday August 1 at 8 pm in Bagchus Marsh Mechanics Hall with two prominent Melbourne speakers. Further details to follow next week. Also listings include various for sale items and a subscription notice for the Express.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bagchus Marsh Mechanics’ Hall
Melbourne
Robert Lidgett seeks Pentland Hills riding seat
In a formal address to voters Mr Robert Lidgett bids for the vacancy created by Dr H Meikle's retirement. He pledges to advance the riding and shire interests and appeals to ratepayers for support. The note appears in Millers Sporting Annual 1/6, Crisp & Sons, Barchus Marsh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Meikle
Pentland Hilla
Robert Lidgett
Miller's Sporting Annual
Crisp 4 Sons
Barchus Marsh
Prayers of Intercession Called For Anniversary War Appeal
The Shire President A Brown urges residents to attend their churches next Sunday the 4th of inst for prayers of intercession in response to the Premier of Victoria appeal on the war’s fourth anniversary. For sale Jonathan apples 3 per case by Dickie and Son Bacchus Marsh with return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
Shire
A. Brown
Jonathan Apples
Returneil
Dickie & Son
Bacchus Marsh
Rew Cross House
Red Cross
Bis
Marsh
F. Hawkyard
Holy Trinity Church
T. Wakelin Davis
Meltos
B. Williams
Glenmore
Berry
Melton South
Staughton Vale
Bulaun St. George's Church
Ballisng
Servion
A.mi
Ray
Woods
In Memoriam Notices From Wartime Deaths and Remembrances
Series of memorial notices for fallen and missing in action and dearest family tributes. Names include Trevor Tickner and Arthur Ward with addresses Ropengup Bacchus Marsh and Melton. Also Ellen Dickie Bacchus Marsh aged 78 and William Gibb Black Melton killed in France on July 8 1917 at a private hospital memorial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trexwax
Frenos
Arthur
Mev
Tickner
Ropengup
Nephe Sarah’ Doveld
Charles Raleigh
Dee
W. and
I. Robinson
B. Taleigty
Melton
Wanv
Pie
Frank D
Mra
D. A. Ward
Bacobus Mersh
Soying
Bernie
Jack
Marion
May
Gertie
East Melbourne
Ellen Bons
George Dickie
J.P . Bacchus Marsh
Mary A
Effie H
Mia
W. E. Bareey
Charles
W. E. Prosser
George T. Dickie
M.L.C
Busex
William John
Gibb Black
France
Melton events and meetings outline town plans
The Melton area announces a tree planting at Melton Avenue of Honor on Wednesday next at 2 PM with a target of 101 trees and mentions nominations for Shire positions due by Wednesday. A public meeting to discuss the Shire finances and South Riding candidacy drew 20 to 40 ratepayers, resulting in electing Mr. Matheson as candidate opposing the retiring South Riding member. A public meeting is set for Saturday at Melton Mechanics' Institute to welcome Returned Soldiers and discuss patriotic funds. An ad notes a clearing sale at Gisborne on Saturday with livestock and implements offered by Dixon & Son for Mr. G. Callie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melton Avoynue
Wedupsilay
Puan
Thor
Shire of Molton
South Rimg
Matheson
Choen
Melton Minstrels
Miss Ross
le Saill
Cunninghan
A. Ross
Melton
T. Robinson
Melton Caulfield transfer sparks resident protest
A deputation of local residents pressed Chief Secretary on Tuesday over Constable Steinfort being moved from Melton to Caulfield but yielded no result. A meeting of Steinfort’s friends is set for Monday at 8:50 pm. The issue follows other Melton items including clergy changes, war memorials, and local council notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constable Steinfort
Melton
Caulfield
Christ Church
P. Cummins
Heathrow
G. B. Rogers
Rifle Shooting Club Trophy Competition Today
Rifle shooting event today awards the Club trophy with 8 shots at 500 and 600 yards.
Avenue of Honor ceremony at Bacchus Marsh on 10th inst
Saturday next marks the Avenue of Honor planting at Bacchus Marsh with Major Baird MLA of Ballarat attending. About 265 trees are to be planted extending toward the new concrete bridge at Hopetoun. Local businesses will close at noon for the event and donations list many residents and households contributing to the project. A clearing sale of dairy cattle horses and farm implements will be held in Gisborne by Dixon & Son on behalf of Mr. ColLie of Coningult.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gisborne
Catiley Horsee
Bacchus Marsh
Baird
M.L.A
Ballarat
Hopetoun
Bacchus Marsh Avenue of Honor
H. F. Kerr
J. G. Wells
John Dugdale
Wm. Dugdale
E. McDonald
Wellwisher
W. E. Romaey
Ww. Smith
Pentland Hills
A. Shaw
H W. Charlton
D. Burbidge
Jos. Lodge
Gordon Lyle
Br. Meee
Rowsley
W. B. Ross
H. McFarlane
Albert Park
We. Geo
Sloss
Wet Eyk
Se. Thos
H. Ente
F. Caspar
W. T. ‘Wittick
Sen
Collie
Coningult
Cough Remedy Promises Quick Short Relief
An advertisement asserts a constant cough remedy will ease irritation. It mentions creators and sellers such as W. Great Marton and A. Cunha, urging readers to remember the product and take it for relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Great Marton
A. Cunha
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bacchus Marsh Market
L. A. Fairbairn & Co
Corporation Yards
Bacchus Mar
F. T. Jones
Leidenberg Street
CL. T. Alkemade
Main Street
Lerderderg Street
L A. Fairbairn & Co
F.T. Jones
Satisfaction Guaranteed
W. Cameron
Kelgin Grove
Malcolm McPherson
John G. Orgill
Henry G Townsing
C. LT. Alkemate
la Coq
W. Grant Morton
Parwan Reiding
Coimadai
James Kerr
Mir
Avenue OF Honor
Myrmong Honor Avenue
Cillors
Coun
Philip Purcell
Balliang East Tennis Club
G. V. Davis
C. L. T, Alkemade
Strength OF Empire Movement
L. Farrell
Melton Path
D. F. O'Keefe
High Plain
RED Spray
H. M. Hodgson
Bacchus Marsh Shire
C. Wheelahan
G. Dickie
Tilley
Moffatt
Bacchus March
Mty Wees
J. M. Manly
Rowley
Thomas Manly
Rerm
P. O'Loughlin
Brack
Molton
Dad
Melton Gcxpress
Thomas Lang
T. Lang
Melton State School
Ticknor
Rupanyup
Fred
Coburn
Action Serviee
A. Combon & Co
Werihee
J. G. Orgill, Bockbank and Melton
Moss's. L. A. Fairbairn & Co
Conseil
Ballan Shire
Dickie
Ha Oliest
J.P
George Thomas Dickie
Kent
England
Australia
Bavelus Marah
Old Presbyterian Church
James Scott
Edward Harris
James F. McDonald
Federal Milk Co
Boisdale Chewewud
Wndec
Bacchus Marsh Concentrated Milk Co
Battle of Arras
Bacchus Marsh Mechancs’ Institute
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