Bacchus Marsh reminiscences and early road works
In Bacchus Marsh an old correspondent recalls the valley’s pioneer era and the changing landscape. He recounts the Ballarat road, early settlers, and the Maddingley bridge saga, noting Watt’s influence, the Werribee crossing, and improvements that shaped the town. The piece ends with a note that the story will continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacchus Marsh
Ballarat
Jimmy
Delia
Clark
Indus
Thos. Mitchell
Victoria
New South Wales
Vietnria
Melbourne
Bagchi
Jol Ta Coe Fawkoer
Iause
Lerderden
Werrilee
Parwan
Bullock
Border Mill
Hodgson
Watt
Staive
Geelong
Bonilign
Melton
Werriba
Maddingley Eral
Mil Pink Aint Tiler
W. Grant
Pilmes
Maddingley
Werribee
Mount Blackwood Forest
Quaile
A N A Bacchus Marsh Half Yearly Meeting
The A N A in Bacchus Marsh holds a half yearly meeting next Thursday the 24th with election of officers. Syllabus includes Mr A T Oliver on revision and reading from the manuals of Ginger Mick. Subscriptions to The Express available at 10 shillings per year, 2 shillings 6 pence per quarter post free.
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Imat
A. T. Oliver
Ginger Mick
the Express
Iling
Bed Cross Fund Acknowledgments and Remittances
The Hon. Sec Miss Anderson thanks contributors to the Bed Cross Fund. Monthly collections list names and amounts, with various donations including goods like cigarettes, books, socks, and old linen. A notable note requests 10 pains of usitions. the week’s output reports 115 pairs of mittens and other items. Letters from soldiers praise the socks and support of the local society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Anderson
Alice Dugilu
McFarlane
H. M. Hodgson
Cathro
H. Kerr
Ridgeway
May Butler
Florrie Hine
Wittick
T. G Pearce
T. G. Pearce
Millans
Mes
Hiscock
M. 1. Pearce
Ethel Dugdale
Mosdanes Way
Grant Morton
H. Hodgson
H. Tones
Mises Taycuck
Aanos Tigdall
N. Pearce
Masdaniel R. B. Kerr
T. Manly
Alice Dugdale
Roi Cross Hepot
British Red Cross
Bacchus Marsh
Adelaide
Mrs Holt
Molly Morton
Nita Nephulin
Jean Shaw
Nell Pearce
Red Cross
Rand
Eraneeerdd
Aspitals
Myrmon g Red Cross gifts acknowledged
The Hon. Sec. Mrs. Jas Dugdale records thanks for gifts including a £6 17s 6d cheque and linen items from A Fairbairn and others. Donations from Messrs Well, T Myers, Miss Fowler, Clark, Missoy M, R Shanahan, and Mrs Ry Lidgett are listed, with items such as shirting, socks, scarves, helmets, and books sent to the British Red Cross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. Dugdale
A. Fairbairn
Well
Oktlinen
T. Myers
Rifle shooting trials and Bacchus Marsh trophy results
Moke club announces rifle days May 19 and 26 June 2 9 plus June 16 return match against South and Port Melbourne Thistle Club at Tatters range. July 7 and 21 feature Mr K H Lawrences trophy eight shots at multiple yardages. Bacchus Marsh trophy final results crown C L Crisp three points ahead of H E B Connor and W Ladhams. detailed scores follow.
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Moke
Jne
South
Port Melbourne Thistle
Tatters
Troply
K. H. Lawrence
Bacchus Marsh Rifle Club
C. L. Crisp
H. E B. Connor
The Value of a Pure-Bred Dairy Sire
A dairy article argues for pure bred sires to improve herd quality and profitability. It warns against crossbred or mongrel bulls, notes government herd tests as a selection aid, and contends that a good dairy sire yields long term returns while a poor choice harms the herd and finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eyil
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Endorsed For Pneumonia Prevention
An advertisement warns against sedative cough medicines and promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a safe alternative. It claims the remedy clears germ breeding areas, prevents pneumonia after colds, and contains no morphine or sedatives. Sold by W Grant Morton in Bacchus Marsh and A Comben & Co in Werribees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Grant Morton
Bacchus Marsh
A. Comben & Co
Werribes
Railway Time Tables Latest Edition
Railway time table notice stating latest edition available for 3d at Crisp and Gons Church Street Buches Mamh providing readers with updated schedules and access point for purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crisp & Gons
Church &T
Buches
Apple Recipes From A Home Cook’s Guide To Desserts
A historic guide presents varied uses for apples from sauces to pies and desserts. It recommends slow, sugar laden apple cooking in enamelware, quartering before peeling, and deep crust pies with rich fillings. Featured recipes include Fried Apple Pies Apple Rice Puddings and Apple Foam.
Sterilized Eggs Claim New Preservation Process
A proposed method preserves eggs by brief immersion in odorless oil at temperatures above boiling water. The oil seals the membrane to prevent moisture loss and odors, while killing bacteria. Proponents say the technique, tested for a decade, could stop spoilage and decay.
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W. Wiis
B.A
A.N.A
WAR Savings
Rervanves
Tom Commonwealth
Pav
Miss Hobbs
J. A. Johns
Hall OF Commerce
BED Cross Fund
Bacchus Marsh and District
Myrmong Red Cross
Man Sam
Hep. Tor's
CL. Orig
H. E. Connor
Wi. Hams
H. Marchant
E. G. Morris
J. Wittick
A. L. Simon
D. Denholm
Ory
B. Dally- E. Tracey
G. Cax
W. P. Grantat
G. McFarlans
Hjorth
McPhee
Oe Sa
T. Wittick
A. Aw
Phalpaw
J. A. Morton
G. Phalp
Robinson
EB Akersars
F. Russell
Vallenee
T. Akers
W. Denaley
J. McPhee
R. R. Kerr
Journal of Agriculture
APPLE
Royal Pictures
Rupert Hughes
Metro Star
Capital v. Labor
Australian Gazette
Pricer
Rlour
Ee vanLinnes
Nea
T. Brunton & Cowners
A.aounne, Oney
Guane
Morton
Pearce Bros
Wonsmme
Fumce
Express
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