Bacchus Marsh Market Sale Catalog 1916 Update
Bacchus Marsh Market will sell cattle and livestock on the above date starting 1 ab 11.206a.n. with 108 head of cattle including milkees and springers fat store and young, 250 sheep with 130 bred and back 2touths, mixed sexes, and odd lots of fats stores pigs and sundries. Properties listed include Lots 1 and 2 of the Broad Lands Estate and Dr T B Ryans Coffee Palace and A B Tea Rooms. Next sale Thursday July 13 1916.
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Bacchus Marsh
Sale of Bacchus Marsh business premises at public auction
On Thursday June 8 at 12 noon L A Fairbairn & Co. conduct sale by public auction of two Bacchus Marsh properties. The Bacchus Marsh Coffee Palace at Ryan's Corner offers 19 rooms with stabling and conveniences, while Ryan's Corner at Main and Gell Streets is a centrally located tenanted premises now known as the AKC Tea Rooms. Auctioneers describe the blocks as sound investments in a well situated district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. A. Fairbairn &Co
T. B. Ryan
Corporation Yards
BaCchus Marsh
L. A. Fairbairn & Co
Auconeers
Broadlands Estate land sale ad and Bacchus Marsh tenders
This advertisement notes road and severance issues in the Broadlands Estate subdivision affecting most land offered for sale. Also printed is notices from the Shire of Bacchus Marsh inviting tenders for the Hopetoun Bridge reconstruction under the Country Roads Act with a two percent deposit, via the Shire Hall.
Rates Notice and June Payment Deadline at Bacchus Marsh
Notice to ratepayers requires all rates due by June 10 1916 to be paid to avoid interest. Rate Collector will attend at Bacchus Marsh Shire Office June 2–10 between 10 am and 4 pm. Also notices a Royal Pictures program at Mechanics Institute and a euchre party on June 7 to raise funds, details and prices listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacchus Marsh
A. MacKenzie Tyers
Mechanics’ Institute
Amy G. Dugdale
Hehir Bros Install Cheff Cutting Plant at Bacchus Marsh
Hehir Bros notify district farmers they have set up a Cheff cutting plant at the Bacchus Marsh Railway Station and are ready to cut any quantity at short intervals. Small lots on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Lucerne cut and loaded direct onto trucks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacchus Marsh
Broadlands Estate Auction of Two Lots on Melbourne Road
The only lots to be offered on Thursday June 8 at 12 o'clock are Lots 1 and 2 adjacent to Main Melbourne Road under Lucerne with concrete irrigation channels. Full particulars and plans available from agents L. A. Fairbairn & Co. Adamson Strettle & Co. Also sale of Box Blocks and timber products with orders left for J.8. Camm, Bacchus Marsh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Lucerne
F. Manning
CAMM
Bacchus Marsh
Fairbairn's
Ryan's Township
Broadlands
Bacchus Marsh Agricultural Society Annual Meeting Notice
Irrigation and society notice calling members to meet at Mechanics Institute Bacchus Marsh on Tuesday evening 6 June at 8 pm to discuss business. The annual meeting on Thursday 15 June at 2 pm to receive report and balance sheet elect committee. Retirements listed and three vacancies. Secretary C B F Hegarty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aja
Mechanics’ Institute
Bacchus Marsh
Anderson
R. J. Alkemade
J. A. Beattie
J. L. Bourke
Walter Browne
A. P. Burbidge
R Dickson
C. Dickie
G. Exell
W. Grant
Beare
Port Fairy
C. BF. Hegarty
Bacchus Marsh concert and probate notices mixed
A local program lists Cornet solo and dances by Miss Burr Foster Olney Osborne with ensembles and accompanists, followed by a grand finale The Bacchus Marsh Ghost. Also included is a notice to creditors for the estate of William Henry Watson, late of Bacchus Marsh, with a deadline of 17 July 1916 for claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Burr
Miss Foster
George V
George
William Henry
Watson
Bacchus Marsh
Duvadsed
New Zealand
Collins Street
Melbourne
Walter B. House
Exford Hall Fancy Dress Ball for St Vincent’s 1916
Exford Hall hosts a grand plain and fancy dress ball in aid of the St Vincent’s Hospital Million Shilling Fund. The event occurs Friday June 23 1916 with double ticket 2/6 extra lady 1/. Music and refreshments provided. Hosted by H Matheson Hon See.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Vincent's Hospital
H. Matheson
Bacchus Marsh notices seek grazing leases and coal tender
Public notices announce offers for grazing leases on Bacchus Marsh Rifle Range 67 acres for 12 months to June 1917 and coal carting tenders from Bacchus Marsh Railway Station to the Gas Works about 200 tons in the year. Also notices announce a name change of medical practitioners and a vaccination schedule. Death notices record Freemoni Riddell of Kapunda aged 69.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacchus Marsh
J. Riddell
Kapunda
Market and district notes from Belton Express June 1916
Messrs McPhail Bros. & Co. hold their monthly market today. Sergeant Major Wells from the Defence Department will visit Melton district to purchase horses for military use. The Melton Coursing Club has adjourned the Presidents Stakes until after rain. Six frosts, thick ice, and scarce rain hinder crops. Road wear from motor cars damages the newly constructed run through the township. tar sealing and screenings could help. Properties at Ryan's Corner and the Bacchus Marsh Coffee Palace are up for sale by auction on June 8. Burn, a notable motor unit figure, is seen among the ranks. Werribee Shire Council reports crowds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells
Defence Department
Melton
Ryan's Corner
Bacchus Marsh Coffee Palace
Castion
Mesars
L. A. Pairbaimn & Co
Burn
Werribee
Melton and Balliang Tennis Meets At Melton
A pleasant Saturday afternoon at Melton tennis court saw Melton and Balliang clubs compete with Balliang arriving by motor about 2 pm. Matches included ladies doubles, gents doubles, and mixed doubles, with Melton winning the sealant event 4-2 in the women’s doubles. Also noted were community notices, local deaths, and upcoming gatherings for Anzacs at Bacchus Marsh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melton Tennis Court
Melton
Bal ‘Ang
Balliang
Seatch
Miss Hawkely
Mise Ross
Balliany Courts
J. Scott
Ueico
A. Shebler
Hydraulic
Jon
Jon and Divided “By “Hydranic,” J. Scott
F. Manning
J. Hickey
Aviel
Murnane
Shebler
Woods
Ernie Barrie
Allison
Melbourne
T. Robinson
J. F. Mines
J. H. Cunningham
Bolt
J. McPherso
B. Moffat
Iro
Presbyterian Church
Toulera Vale
Smith
Hoadley
Gnotuk Park
Bacchus Marsh market and meetings in town
Bacchus Marsh ads announce market items including Ryan's township property and two Broadlands estate blocks for sale. A Tuesday meeting on irrigation and a Thursday week Agricultural Society session will discuss the annual report, elections, and delegates for a convention. Public notices urge attendance and note overdue Shire Hutel and Balance Council actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Bacthus Marsh Agricultural Society
Purl Fairy
Hutel
Balan Council
Lopatou Bridge
Hochine
Commonwealth War Loan appeal in Australia urged to support war effort
An Australian Commonwealth War Loan prospectus outlines favorable terms with a 95 year maturity and 4.4 percent interest, offering six months interest upfront. It stresses that even small investors can participate, with funds needed to equip and maintain troops, and urges farmers and the public to contribute to national war finance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvesk
Balliang Progress Association elects officers at annual meeting
At Balliang the Progress Association named President Mr Prime and Vice Presidents Messrs J McMahon and T Boggs, Secretary Mr Loats, Assistant Secretary Mr E Vanston, Auditors Messrs J Caxtore and E A Reither. A gifts sale for the Wounded Soldiers fund raised 51 pounds 8 shillings. The event drew a crowded, frosty crowd with dancing and raffles, and local women contributed meals and cakes. Balliang Tennis Club: Balliang beat Melton, Miss Effie McArthur top player for Balliang. Next Balliang vs Balliang East. straw presses advertised and farmers urged to press straw while wire is cheap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Progress Association
Messrs
J. McMahon
T. Boglgs
Loats
E. Vanston
Mosars
J. Caxtore
E. A. Reither
Adols
Balliang
Edols
Tom
Jasus
Wall
Balliangers
Melton
Effie McArthur
Balliang East
Balliany East
Myeniong Red Cross Fundraiser and Frost Looms
From Our Own Correspondent Myrniong residents plan a pub party at the local hall on Wednesday evening to raise funds for the Red Cross. The piece notes severe frosts last week and a dry May with poor rainfall, predicting continued hardship for grass and crops south of the township.
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Myrniong Red Cross
Visit to Mr. Davey’s apiaries reveals honey rooms
Our correspondent notes the honey extracting rooms at Mr V R Davey’s apiaries. The process strikes the novice with its speed as the handle turns and honey flows into the tank. Davey reports 11 to 12 tons of honey for the season plus by products, hampered by Ruthoirgen fly damage and dry weather increasing concerns for rainfall and future prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davey
Ruthorgien
On Bitter Crook and a Full Evening of Drama
The special picture for this evening is On Bitter Crook, a lengthy drama. Various other subjects make up an interesting programme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bitter Crook
Bacchus Marsh Gun Club Handicap Event
The club will stage a five pound handicap on Monday next to be shot under speed instruction for King’s Birthday. Shooting starts at 10 30 in the morning with entries drawn from members and invited guests.
CROUP Warning Urges Quick Prep for Parents
A brief public health alert warns that young children are highly susceptible to croup. It advises parents to prepare early, noting the illness tends to strike at night when symptoms worsen and to seek timely care. The message emphasizes vigilance and readiness to protect children.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bacchus Marsh Market
L.A. Fairbairn & Co
Adamson, Strettle & CO
Melton’ Market
McPhail Bros. & Co
Mac's Hotel
A. Burbidge
Shire OF
Country Roads Board
Hopetoun Bridge
Shire
Hacchus Marsh
Baochua Marsh
Royal Pictures
Bitter Creek
Lubin
Alto—Gaumont
Tilly
Myrmong Red Cross
Chaffcutting, &c
Hehir Bros
Crisp & Sons
Broadlands Estate
Bacchus Marsh Agricultural & Pastoral Society
Bacchos Marah
Corio Liberal Concert CO
Drayton’s Orchestra
Geelong
Provesils
Bas. Drayton's Orchestra
Melinda
the Company
Circle
Bas. Drayton's
Chas. Gowty
Cornet
Hal. Harris
Bas, Drayton
Miss Hughes
E. Ball
E. Bull
G. McDonald
M. Butterfield
Exford Hall
Department of Home Affairs
King O'Malley
Home Affairs
R. G. Lyle
Underbank
Bacchus Mareh
C. R. Crook
Millbank
J. Lodge
H. H. Field-Martell
Wishes 40
Des. T. B
W.B. Ryan
W. B. Ryan
Main Street
Hardwaszee
Etl
Belton Express
Messrs. McPhail Bros. & Co
Bacchus ‘Marsh
Muchanics’ Institute
Harvie Oliver
Poater
Whitchurch
Church of England
Bucehity Marsh
Suan
Fresbytenan
Bacchna Marsh
Molton
Rev
B. Williams
Bacelus Marsh
Mount
Woodward
Lachlan Grant
Balanyon
Ingliston
Sas
Mise Myers
Groymeup
Iran
Sydney “Daily Telegraph
Abstera
Ham. Marshall
Bavechus
Bavechus Mars Seriits
Bulli
Ferguson
EI Marshall
Carrimal
South Bulli
Myeniong
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