Parwan flood disaster at Bacchus Marsh area described
A tropical storm in the Parwan valley caused extensive flood damage on Thursday night. One death occurred, many fences bridges and crops were destroyed, with losses estimated around £10,000. John Barry and family faced peril in Rowsley as floodwaters rose eight feet, while numerous properties and bridges across the valley suffered heavy damage and rebuilding costs loom for the shire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parwan Valley
Parwan
Ballan
Yaloak Vale
Rowsley
Bacchus Marsh
John Barry
Barry
Henry Paces
Dubont
Hine
Whitehorse
Ironbark Forest
Kirkwood
Sloss
Burry's
Ollie
Rowsley Flat
Menara
Connell
Hag
Cumming
Tilley
Kerr
Oliver
Hides Murdoch
Clark
Harkness
Scott
Watson
Brown
McDonald
McCullagh
Hegarty
Hitler
Parwan School
Scott’s
Brown's Bridge
Shire
Collie's Bridge
Offord
P. Murphy
P. Murray
P. &Murphy
Border Mill
W. Grant
Grant
Express
Bryan O'Loughton
Robert Harper
Crispy
Deakin
Soldiers Letters From Horace Lang in France
Notes from Private Horace Lang of Melton France describe arrival in Marseilles trek across France, billeting in farmhouses near the firing line, training routines, and hopes for trench service. He mentions the Canal with buoyant water, Prince of Wales visit, diet changes, cold weather, and requests for cigarettes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leslie Myers
Myrmong
France
P. Lay
Egypt
Prince of Wales
Marseilles
Horace Lang
Melton
Billets
Alexandrid
Marsell
Disci
Australia
Empire's Call Claims Curly Hughes as Killed in Action
Local resident and Bacchus Marsh Football Club member Curly Hughes is reported killed in action. Relatives live in the district, while Roy Emmett of the National Bank, Bacchus Marsh, has joined the fighting forces. J C Malao served in the South African campaign. Lieut. Dunstan, V C, was welcomed at the Bacchus Marsh railway station. Dr. Martell spoke at Ballarat on the welcome home. A telegraphic message from Quartermaster-Sergeant Ozanne wishes good luck and a safe voyage home to Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curly” Hughes
Bacchus Marsh
Dstrict
Roy Emmett
P. F. Emmett
National Bank
J. Clarke Morris
Korumburra
J.c.malao
Dunstan
V.C
Ballarat
Martell
Ozanne
Albany
Australia
Red Cross Concert Letter Critiques Press Censorship
A reader defends the Red Cross concert reporting, arguing the audience pressed encores and the performers from Geelong deserved praise. The writer questions press censorship, notes the event raised £25 18s for Red Cross funds, and recalls an invitation for another Wharf concert next month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Express
Red Cross
McDonald
Geelong
John Wills
Patriollie League
W. Hodgson
Ladies” Red Cross
J. A. Johns
Bacchus Marsh
Pyke's Creek Reservoir Report Shows Full Supply
Paramount figures detail reservoir status with 78 feet height on gauge, 14 850 acre feet last weekly return, present supply listed as full, present output Nil, and last week Nil. Data appears from water commissions and presents a concise snapshot of storage and flow.
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Promoted for Pneumonia Relief
Fully proven claims assert many escape pneumonia with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy especially for colds. Mothers report its value for crop and whooping cough. The preparation is established, pleasant to take, and suitable for both children and adults. Sold by W. Grant Morton, Bas chun Marsh, and A. Combes & On Worribes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Grant Morton
Baschun Marsh
A. Combes
Opening of Golf Season At Mill Bank Links
The opening of the season drew about 150 spectators on the Mill Bank links amid perfect weather and well‑kept greens. G F Ramsey and Mrs. W Patterson won the mixed foursomes with a nett 41. Dr. Martell hosted tea, and Mr. W Grant presented trophies. Ladies and gentlemen singles forewarned for 2 pm with entries to support the Red Cross. trophies donated by local members. Negotiations open with Woodend Club for a return match next month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millbank
F. G. EB. Hiscock
G. F. Ramsey
W. Patterson
Thecat Red Cross
Messia
G. E. Hiscock
P. F. Emmett
Wellwisher
Dugdale
Woodend Club
Croup Warning Urges Readiness for Parents
Every young child is susceptible to croup. Don’t wait for it to strike at night when shops close. Keep Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy on hand. it’s quick and harmless. Sold by W. Grant Morton, Bac hus Marsh, and A. Comben & Co. Worrihea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W. Grant Morton
Bachus Marsh
A. Comben & Co
Worrihea
Melton Roll of Honor and Farmers Advice Note
The page lists Melton Roll of Honor names including James Bourke and others with omissions invited for corrections. It then shifts to homely farming advice about apple buyers, dairy cows, and chick education stressing proper spraying, feed, and shelter to avoid illness and keep chicks housewise. It emphasizes buyer expectations for apples, dairy cow strain risks, and early chick upbringing.
Bacchus Marsh Post Office Hours and Mails
Post office hours detailed for Bacchus Marsh with closing times for Melbourne Ballarat and Ballan mails. Telegraph and telephone hours listed. Money order service times. Also mentions reception times and private box access. Cookery books advertised with prices andCRISP & SONS contact at Church Street Bacchus Marsh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Ya.m
Hegintered
Paros
Ballarat
Ballan
L. F. Fowler
The
Education Department
College of Domestic Economy
Everylady's Journal
Crisp & Sons
Church Street
Bacchus Marsh
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bacchus Marae
Wituume
Bacchus Marsh Observation Station
Maraun
Ela Shade
Pyke's Creek Reservoir
GOLF
Melton Roll OF Honor
Arthur Baker
William Black
Sydney Best
James Bourke
George Close
Geo. Hogg
W. Dodemaide
Owen Jurd
John Minna
Alan Lachmind
Lewis Norton
Jas. Hornbuckle
Wm. Kelly
Clive Kelly
Donald Matheson
Geo. Morris
O'Callaghan
John O'Callaghan
T. O'Callaghan
Edward Carew
Henry Sawyer
Terey Stubbs
Pearce Bros
C. Medling
GEO. Dickie & Sons
Chas. Medling
Cash Grocer
Sim
Fiallarat
Tallag
Grisp & Sons
Express Office
Ceorch Birk —Heaches Boh
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