Recruiting Band Visit To Bacchus Marsh Aids War Call
The Recruiting Band arrived in Bacchus Marsh to urge eligible men to join the forces. Local leaders welcomed Lieut. Fredman and Sgt. Collins as crowds gathered at the Mechanics Institute. A memorial service and concert followed with appeals for recruitment, noting 200 local men already serving and 44 fallen on the honor roll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacchus Marsh
Mechanics’ Institute
J. A. Brown
Fredman
Sgt
Collins
CL. T. Alkemade
J.P
Cr. D. Robertson
Cr. J. McMahon
Jas. Kerr
Lieut
Frodman
Sergt. Collins
Co. Shire
Brown
Mark Kyle
J-P
John Wills
Patriotic Committee, &c
Sgt. Collins
J. W. Leckie
M.hla
Leckie
Germany
St. Bernard's Church
T. W. Davis
B. Williams
R. Balman
J. H. Lister
M.H.R
Empire's Call: Little Receives Military Cross in WWI
The London Times reports Lieut. Leo P. Little son of Mr and Mrs D A Little of Werribee awarded the Military Cross for conspicuous gallantry drafting reconnoissance plans and reorganising disorganised carrying parties under heavy shell fire. Ted Oliver is in English hospital with trench fever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Times
Leo. P. Little
D. A. Little
Werribee
L. P. Little
Ted" Oliver
England
Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy Praise
Several soldiers at the front have written requesting publicity for Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy noting its success for bowel complaints. They report relief from pain and suffering and that it has aided many comrades. Sold by W Grant Morton Bacchus Marsh A Comben Co Webben J G Orgill Bockhank and Malton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W- Grant Morton
Bacchus Marsh
A. Comben
J. G. Orgill, Bockhank and
Malton
Coming Sales Listings At Bacchus Marsh And Ballan
McPhail Anderson Co. announce sales on Monday June 24 at Bacchus Marsh market. L A Fairbairn Co. schedule for Thursday June 27 at Ballan market. A clearing sale is set for Wednesday July 30 at Mr Con McFarlane's Bacchus Marsh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McPhail, Anderson & Co
Bacchus Marsh Market
L. A. Fairbairn & Co
Ballan Market
Con. McFarlane
Bacchus Marsh
Border Inn
Ingram Bros
Opticians
Swanston St
Melbourne
Molton Council urged to bring stone crusher soon
The letter notes good crops after rain and hopes the Molton Council will deploy the stone crusher promptly, avoiding a summer delay like last year. It mentions Mr. E. S. Keating receiving a sympathy letter from the lieutenant of the company about his son Harry's death and the watch from Rockimok friends at Iris cendolf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Molton
E. S. Keating
Harry
Rockimok
Iris Cendolf
Concert and Ball Fete Raises Funds for Red Cross
A large audience enjoyed a five part program at the local hall on Wednesday under Red Cross management. Geelong touring company led by Mr. D. Mac Donald featured songs and dances with voluntary music from Mr. S. McDonald and Miss T. Beamish. A jam auction netted £2 12 6 to aid car expenses, receipts for the night reached £29 18. The retiring president Miss M. Brownes thanked supporters, raffles awarded various domestic and handcraft prizes, and wintry weather followed with 24 and 30 point rainfall totals on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Geelong
D. MacDonald
McDonald
M. Browns
Inyal
T. Beamish
Leigh
Leigh; Hand-Painted Cosy, Gift of Mrs. Milne, Won By Mr. R. Beamish
C. Bissell
W.P. Hill
J. H. Tucker
WW. Cashmore
Misses Brown
Tron
Archie Foot
P. Cahill
H. Bissell
M. Browne
Queen of Erin Sports Carnival At Bacillus Marsh Showgrounds
Queen of Erin Miss May Ward supporters attend a carnival at Bacillus Marsh showgrounds despite wintry weather. A gate take of £21// was reported. Rev Father Martin organized events to daylight with many officials present. numerous races and contests followed including foot races bike races a walking match and weight guessing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queen of Erin
May Ward
St. Bernard's Church
Bacelius Marsh Showgrounds
Father Martin
A. R. Eldridge
Gyis
J. Kinnersly
Zyds
J. H. Wheelahan
Tyds
Gyds
J. Fraser
Gyils
T. Whelan
J. Donsley
Kulfauile
S. Whelan
J. Hohig
J. Shea
W. Day
Fitzgerald
J. Henrg
Sacs
Bhd
Imm
Wes
Herrod Bros
Dsees
We McCormack
W- Fitzgerald
Ssees Bhd
B. Norton
H. Burbidge
M. Shea
M. Masterton
Parwan
H. Wray
Tiny Tim
J. L. Whelan
Woodbine
H. Densley
A. Gillespie
Lamb
Daly
Pearpoint
How to Avoid a Nervous Breakdown with Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts
An old notice promoting Hean's Toning Nerve Nuts as a remedy for headaches backaches neuralgia rheumatism insomnia and neurasthenia. Claims the product enriches blood nourishes nerves and restores health. Available from chemists and stores with prices for small and large boxes and a six box deal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hean
Motor Towing Tips From The era
Practical advice on towing a car hinges on securing the rope or chain to the center of the frame near the springs. It warns against placing loads on the axle and suggests use of the lowest gear to manage movement. The text emphasizes avoiding improper attachment points for safer towing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uch
Ducks By The Thousand On Long Island Farm System
A Long Island duck industry thrives with over 50 establishments producing more than 1,000,000 ducks yearly. The largest grower kept 2,500 breeders and hatched about 120,000 ducks this year. An incubator with 13,000 egg capacity feeds a 25,000 duck market operation. Ducks are slaughtered at 16 to 12 weeks, with careful handling from killing to packing. By‑products include duck feathers sold in large sacks. The operation relies on cooperative feed, electric power, and field-grown forage, illustrating a thriving primary industry reported by American Agriculturist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Industria
Long Island
America
A. B. Soyars
Soyars
Eges
Royal Pictures Preview Tonight at The Golden Arrow
Royal Pictures presents The Golden Arrow tonight with Mary Corvin among the cast. The screening includes The Black Box and the artist behind The Circus of Death. A special picture night Tuesday the 25th replaces Saturday the 29th with Hall Caine's The Eternal City to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golden Arrow
Mary Corvin
Amando Way
Circus of Death” Fame
Gazette
Hall Caine
Bacchus Marsh Red Cross Acknowledges Monthly Donations
The Bacchus Marsh Red Cross reports monthly collections with specific donors and amounts. It lists other donations including the Bay Excursion and Sister Rose McCarthy, plus goods sent away this week. Letters from local soldiers acknowledge parcels, with one officer decorated by France. A railway department reply allows limited extra time for refreshments for returned soldiers when schedules permit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beatrice W. Anderson
E. Dugdale
Dickie
H. M. Hodgson
Rose McCarthy
Daphne Burbidge
Geral
Leo. Little
F. Tinker
C. Todd
W. West
A. Davison
W. W. Carter
P. Pigott
J. P. Nolan
Roy Ramsey
R. J. Keer
T. Dodemaide
Gérald
Divi
M. A. Dickie
Jean Shaw
Peggy Pollock
Gladys Cowan
Railway Department
Bacuhus Marsh
Red Cross Society
Begin Treatment At Once Warns Of Cold Dangers
A local advertisement urges early treatment for colds with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It emphasizes that each cold weakens resistance and that the last cold is hardest to relieve. The remedy is sold by W. Grant Morton Bacchus Marsh A. Comben & Co Webbes J. G. Orgill Rockbank and Melton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W. Grant Morton
Bacchus Marsh
A. Comben & Cd
Webbes
J. G. Orgill
Rockbank and
Melton
Bacchus Marsh Post Office Schedule Update
The Bacchus Marsh post office hours are listed with closing at 6 pm daily and a 20 minute opening after Melbourne mail sorting until 6 40 pm. Telegraph and telephone services run late in the day, with money order hours and Saturday closure noted. Daily mail arrivals include Melbourne, Ballarat, Myrniong, Balliang and Halliang with specified times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Dan
Bam
Ito
Avon
Nile Close
Bebpere Hae
Bltno A. Balliang
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E. J. Robotiom
Gordon Graham
M.M
H. G. McFarlane
Clive McKenzie
Moore
Grey
V. Debout
T. Phillips
Hy, Condon
Maurice Whelan
A. Kennedy
Parnon
Set
Fry
Ballarat
Royal Pictures
Dane
Ape-man
Stoln
Australian Gazette
Barts
Slarp
Bockbane
Staugeton
YALE
Queen OF Erin Sports
Iroyal Pictures
Pauline Frederick
Manna Roma
Starla
Essea
Pistoia
Italy
Australia
Campbell & CO
Mercantile Chambers
Collins ST
New Zealand
Ingram Bros. Practical Opticians
Grant Street
Pearce Bros
Taylor’s Cash Store
Alo
Taylor's Cash Store
Main Street
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