Honor Roll Unveiled at Bacchus Marsh War Hall
An Honor Roll plaque in Bacchus Marsh honorably lists 19 soldiers who have served, with three noted as killed. speeches by Hon. A. R. Robertson and G. A. Moir praised Australia’s war effort, unity, and the AN A, while Leigh Harris completed the gold-on-dark wall inscription in the hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. R. Robinson
M.L.A
G. A. Moir
Association
Geo
A. R. Robertson
J. L
Australia
German New Guinea
Great Britain
Germany
Victoria
America
Dominions
Russia
United States
Wilson
Robertson
A.N.A
Parves
Commonwealth Army
Sydney
Melbourne
Associa
Leigh Harris
An.a
Bacchus Marsh
J. R. Bennett
A. Barrett
H. T. Barry
J. A. Connor
A. E. Fairbank
J. B. Fagg
R. T. Grant
H. S. Grant
W. T. Horder
W. R. Kerr
J. M. Ly
John McPherson
John McGregor
W. T. Phillips
C. H. Platt
F. Russell
W. J. Tregoning
P. J. Vallence
J. Vinning
J. M. Kennelly
W. J.tregonne
Empire's Call Heralds Local War Service Updates
Sydney McDougall is reported gassed after two years active service. He is the son of Dr. H. McDougall of Werribee and enlisted from Balliang. Corp Syd Dubont of Rowsley appears in the wounded list. Lance-Corporal J. H. Vinning, formerly a telegraphist at Bacchus Marsh station, is among the next shipment home. Horatio Marsh Fagg, new volunteer and manager of Messrs Miller's Broadlands Estate at Bacchus Marsh, is listed. Parents or relatives of local enlistees yet to receive the District Honor Medal are urged to communicate with Hon. Sec. James Reddrop of the local Patriotic Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney McDougall
H. McDougall
Werribee
Balliang. Corp
Syd. Dubont
Rowsley
J. H. Vinning
Bacchus Marsh
Horatio Marsh Fagg
Messrs. Miller
Broadlands
Shire of
Patriotic Committee
James Reddrop
Rifle Trophy Won by H. Marchant at 200 and 300yds
H. Marchant, aged 78, claimed the trophy last Saturday in a rifle shoot over eight shots at 200 and 300 yards. RB. T. Hjorth finished second with a 77.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Marchant
RB. T. Hjorth
Hep. Toad
Home made remedy for colds and coughs suggested
A commodity called HEENZO promoted as a reliable home made medicine. It claims to treat asthma bronchitis colds influenza sore throats by destroying germs soothing mucous membranes loosening phlegm and toning the body. Instructions say to mix HEENZO with warm water and sweeten. It compares cost favorably against ready-made cough mixtures and notes HEENZO is stocked by chemists and stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heenzo
Hean
Bacchus Marsh Councillor Nomination Declares Single Candidate
In the Shire of Bacchus Marsh Bacchus Marsh Riding the Returning Officer announces Cornelius L T Alkemade nominated for Councillor and, since only one candidate exists, declares him elected. Dated August 22 1918. W Grant Morton Returning Officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelius Lambertius Theodorous Alkemade
Doey
Cornelius Lambrlius Theodorous Alkemade
Bacchus Marsh
W. Grant Morton
Parwan and Pentland Hills Councillor Nominations Declared
The notices declare Reginald Septimus Boyd elected Councillor for the Parwan Riding Bacchus Marsh Shire 1918 and Robert Lidgett elected Councillor for the Pentland Hills Riding 1918, returning officers J A Brown and Philip Purcell reporting no more nominees than seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Purcell
Pentland , Hille
Kerr Nominated Not Exceeding Quota for Coimadai Councillor
Coimadai Riding Returning Officer Angus G W McFarland declares James Kerr duly elected as Councillor for the Coimadai Riding in the Shire of Bacchus Marsh on the twenty second day of Angus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Kerr
Coimadai
Bacchus Marsh
Angus
G. W. McFarland
Pen and Hills Riding Praise Letter From Robert Lidgett
To ratepayers of the Pentland Hills Riding the unopposed representative thanks voters for electing him and promises faithful future service. The missive is signed by Robert Lidgett and dated in formal period tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pentland Hills
Robert Lidgett
Bacchus Marsh Ratepayers Thank Local Support
To the Ratepayers of the Bacchus Riding the author expresses gratitude for return as a representative and promises to continue to heed the community’s needs. The message signs off with courtesy from Cc L T Alkema de.
Ratepayers Salute Unopposed Shire Representative
To the ratepayers of the Colmadai riding the author thanks them for returning him unopposed as a councillor and pledges to guard their interests and those of the Shire.
Re-Election Victory Letter From Parwan Council
To the Ratepayers of the Parwan Riding a unopposed return to the Council is noted with thanks for continued support. BR. 8. Boyd signs the letter in a formal post with a note of gratitude and a pledge to keep confidence. Miller's Sporting Annual advertised at 1/6, Crisp & Bons Bacchus Marsh offering. For sale first-class Black Orpington eggs 5 shillings per dozen by Lodge Hossbank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boyd
Minns Declared Elected Councillor in Melton South Riding
The Shire of Melton authorizes annual election notice declaring James Frederick Minns elected as Councillor for the South Riding. Returning Officer Thomas Hornbuckle confirms Minns as duly elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Frederick Minns
South
Shire of
Melton
Thomas Hornbuckle
Rockbank Riding Councillor Declares Henry Missen Elected
John Gorgill Returning Officer announces Henry Missen duly elected as Councillor for Rockbank Riding. The notice states the number of Councillors to be elected and confirms the election result for the Rockbank jurisdiction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Missen
Henry Misser
Rockbank
Shire of
Melton
John Gorgill
Walter Browne Declared Elected Councillor North Riding Melton
Malcolm McPherson as Returning Officer declares Walter Browne duly elected as Councillor for the North Riding of the Shire of Melton. Formal notice notes Browne’s clear victory and official validation of the election result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Browne
North
Shire of
Melton
Malcolm McPherson
North Riding
William Leake elected Councillor for East Riding Melton
At a Poll held August 22 1918 for the East Riding of the Shire of Melton William Leake totals 76 votes including 66 personal and 10 postal to defeat Arthur Leslie Ridge who totals 70 with 60 personal and 10 postal plus 2 informal. Majority 6. Henry G Towsing Returning Officer announces Leake duly elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shira
Melton
James Johnson and Harry McDougall Elected Councillors for Werribee
The Shire of Werribee proclaims James Johnson elected for the North Riding and Harry McDougall for the East Rid with returning officers D. Sexton and A. Comben declaring Denis J. Canny for the Central Riding and John Beamish for the South Riding. Dated at Werribee August 22, 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Johnson
Shire of
Werribee
John McMurray
John Beamish
James Browne
Denis J. Canny
A. Comben
Harry McDougall
East
D. Sexton
Ottiooy
Ballan Shire Elects Five Councillors in Annual Vote
The Shire of Ballan declares George Charles Flack Stafford Clark Herbert Clifford James Duncan Ferguson as elected councillors for Central West South and other riders. Returning officers A McLeod Hamilton and G Hopwood note August date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Charles Flack
Shire of
Ballan
West Riding
Herbert J. Clifford
G. Hopwood
Bacchus Marsh Red Cross Meeting and Donations
The Bacchus Marsh Red Cross holds a meeting at the Shire Hall on Tuesday 27th at 3 o’clock. Monthly collections total 1 pound 18 shillings 6 pence from Miss E. Dugdale and other donors. A football match and dance at Balliang adds 5 pounds 3 shillings 2 pence. Sent 30 socks, 16 shirts, 12 washers, 3 scarves. thanks sent to multiple donors. 154 South Australian soldiers entertained with afternoon tea this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shire Hall
Rey Hon. Senter
Aoenie Anderson
E. Dugdale
H. M. Hodgson
T. Matthews
Balliang
Cr. McMahon
Shelia Wells
H. King
A. Gibson
H. Symington
A. W.T. Hine
W. A. Anderson
Robi, Taylor
H. A. Gardner
H. L. Howard
R. Barry
Sovky
Comforts
Myeniong Red Cross Gifts and Subscriptions Acknowledged
The Hon. Sec Mrs Jas Dugdale acknowledges gifts and subscriptions to the Myeniong Red Cross. Items sent include old linen cigarettes and clothing such as socks shirts mittens a scarf knee pad and more. Subscriptions total amounts are listed with numerous donors and quarterly and yearly contributions recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. Dugdale
Myers
Dugdale
Linsell
Messrs
R. Lidgett
FH. Linsdell
F. H. Linsdell
T. Myers
John Dugdale
W. Smith
P. Shanahan
W. Fowler
Jas. Lidgett
John Muir
John Cowan
Mrs. Jane
W. Linsdell
AL Veaswell
G. Roberts
M. Deveney
W. J. Robertson
J Foley
T. Robertson
S. Clark
W. Symon
P. Purcell
T. Thompson
J. O'Connor
J. Thompson
John Kennedy
T. Nolan
C. Cowan
Nolan
Strangmore
Wall
W. Cowan
K. Grant
Lily McCracken
Jas. Robertson
J. Graham
Royal Pictures Promote Betty Be Good and Black Box Thriller
Five part drama Betty Be Good features Miss Jackie Saunders in a key role this evening. The Black Box continues its eleventh chapter, still wrapped in mystery and interest. Gazette notes the comedies and other features as usual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty
Jackie” Saunders
Gazette
It is Sure to Happen Rain Cough Relief Ad
A vintage advertisement notes rain exposure and an irritating cough heel relief from Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It lists sellers W Grant Morton Bacchus Marsh A Comben Co Werribee J G Orgill Bookbank and Melton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W. Grant Morton
Bacchus Marsh
A. Comben & Co
Werribes
J. G. Orgill
Bookbank and
Melton
Three Boys Sentenced in Rowsley Break-In Case At Bacchus Marsh
At Bacchus Marsh Court on Monday three boys Leslie Carter Stanley Hooper and Rob Watts were charged with breaking into a Rowsley house and stealing two pairs of sheep shears brace and bit and ke. They were given three months imprisonment suspended on entering a £10 bond for 12 months good behavior. Also noted are local notices including an illustrated lecture at Myrusong on Monday 26 and Queen of Australia sports meeting at Bacchus Marsh Showgrounds on August 31 with further details in handbills
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacchus Marsh Court
Messia
W. Lyle
W. E. Ramsey
J.p.s
Leslie Wm.Carter
Stanley Hooper
Robi. Watts
Rowsley
Brace
Bit
Denis F. O'Keefe
Grandpa
Jim
Myrusong
Queen
Heans Tonic Nerve Nuts Offer Neurasthenia Relief
A historical health ad suggests Hean s Tonic Nerve Nuts as a remedy for neurasthenia headaches neuralgia and fatigue. The prose lists various symptoms and touts the product as a source of nerve strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hean
Australian Army in WarStrain and Loss Storm
A wartime notice laments exhaustion in Australian Army units overseas. It recalls five battalions doing work of twenty amid gas, shellfire, and constant danger, with relief scarce and men broken by fatigue. General Monash reports efforts to sustain divisions despite dwindling reserves and rising casualties.
Also Mentioned on This Page
A. T. Oliver
Royal Pictures
Black Box
Australian Gazette
Ae Yee
Parwan
Notios
Reginald Septimus Boyd
J. A. Brown
Coimadat
Cc, L, T. Alkemade
Colmadai
Miller’s
Crisp & Bons
Lodge, Hossbank, Ee Apa
South Riding
East Riding
Central
Stafford Clark
A. McLeod Hamilton
James Duncan Ferguson
A. Cameron
Ing
Myeniong Red Cross
Bacchus Marsh Observation Station
Mar
Max
Jo Oan
Shade
Fall
Pearce Bros
Pistoia
Italy
Campbell & CO
Mercantile Chambers
Collins
New Zealand
W.grant Morton
Radianta
Wit
Warner's
P.D. Corsets
Monast
Alice Bation
Rio
Corpa
Unite In Chief
Butte
Larseeder
Wwe
Volar
A. B. Orchard
Ashistas Minihar
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