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Newspaper
Melton Express
Location
Melton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 17, 1917
Page
3
State election returns show Hon. A. R. Robertson re elected for Bulla with a landslide. Robertson held a majority of 1033 over the next opponent and 433 over both opponents, avoiding a second count. 1911 results: Robertson 3527, Davidson 2222. 1914 results: Robertson 3689, McGowan 2246.
The report lists the water figures led by full supply. Gaage height at 73 feet with 14,850 acre feet present supply. Taft shows 14,850 acre feet. Last weekly return 73 feet and 14,850 acre feet. Present output zero, last week 10 cubic feet per second.
The fragment cites water figures of 17,000 acre feet and 45 to 60 cubic feet per second from last week. It also mentions a device bolt and a subscription line for The Ex at 10 dollars yearly or 2 dollars 6 cent quarterly.
Caspar, son of timber merchant Frank Caspar of Bacchus Marah, dies of wounds on active service after enlisting November 19 1915 from Kyabram Sea Lake. News lists further casualties: Reginald Unger, Eric D McRae, T F Caspar, Charles Lyle, A D Hollyhoke, Frank Crook, Percy Moffatt, Robert Kerr, W G E Davis, Ben Gould, Harry Schulze and others with family ties to Bacchus Marsh and surrounding towns.
A wandering rain storm dropped two inches on Bacchus Marsh Wednesday, rain continuing all day. The downpour aided domestic water supply and crops including lucerne maize and potatoes, though harvest and shearing were delayed. Fine weather followed and officials expect favorable outcomes.
Socials and concerts announced in Bacchus Marsh with Presbyterian Church social on November 21, Rowsley concert on November 29. December events include a Children's Red Cross concert on December 12 and St. Bernard's school concert on December 19 plus the Bacchus Marsh Horticultural Show on March 23, 1918.
Stationery of all kinds offered at low prices at Crisp and Sons located on Church Street in Bac.
From our own correspondent Balliang held a Friday picnic for the local school with 1 p.m. arrivals and a sparrow match won by Ford. Proceeds boosted the War Relief Fund, totaling 1094 pounds after adding 19/6 from a barn dance and 21 from a lamb raffle. Additional earlier flower sales added 154, all managed by the School Committee for a joyful event.
Blackwood cemetery trustees plan to raise funds for a new fence and scrub clearance by selling the Staughton Gift battery and house at Golden Point. The plant, unused and in poor repair, may realise enough to fence and clear the cemetery. A public meeting will be held Wednesday the 20st for community decision. all interested are urged to attend.
Bullengarook reports rain boosts prospects of crops while mining activity slows. Frail and Jackson show good prospects, McCushney’s sink a new shaft due to water in the oil shaft. Slate quarry promoters still lacking momentum, yet residents remain hopeful for a breakthrough.
Information from the district confirms that Mr A D Hallyhoke, serving in France, was seriously wounded in the right forearm. He enlisted two years ago, rose from Private to Commissioned officer, and sailed in 1916. Former Heart Teacher at the local State school, he is an only son with his mother residing in Lauriston. Evidence also notes another local, Mr Hugh Gibson, informed that his son was severely wounded, with details unclear due to name confusion. Rainfall on Wednesday measured 1.75 inches.
Snakes are fairly numerous in the district with W Bissell measuring two big specimens near his home, one at 5 ft 3 in and another 5 ft long, while Mr Ryan captured a 4 ft black snake. A rainfall on Wednesday is expected to aid the lute crops. Red Cross volunteers prepare for a Garden Fete at Edo’s homestead this Saturday the 24th, with a promised goal time and a band from Geelong.
Crisp and Sons advertise printing of all kinds available at the shortest possible notice from their Bacchus Marsh office, inviting patrons to place orders for rapid turnaround and dependable service.
A long list of service members from Balliang, Coimadai, Myrniong, Parwan, Rowsley, Blackwood, Greendale, and surrounding areas, including J. W. Allan, J. R. Campbell, A. Barry, and Norman Davison, with many marked as wounded or killed. Navy names J Hehir and Clem McFarlane are noted. The notice closes with a patriotic appeal to send them home safely and prayers for victory.
To support Australia's war effort the Commonwealth Government offers War Savings Certificates. They repay in full after three years from purchase, with deposits from 17/6 for £1 to £875 for £1000. They act like 41 percent compound interest on purchase money, are bearer transferable, and exempt from wealth levy stamp duty income tax. Applications via Commonwealth Bank branches, other banks, State Savings Bank, or post offices.
The Hon secretary Miss Beatrice W Anderson records monthly collections from Mrs. Wm Dugdale and others, along with donations of handkerchiefs linen and goods for Red Cross work. Messages of thanks reach Mrs Morton and Miss White and Eixeman. A Boo bie Alkemale table prize goes to Vera Johnstone. Gippsland Selling Co horse sold for Sapper Percy Barry, aiding Red Cross funds.
The post office closes at 6 p.m. daily with 20 minutes after Melbourne mail sort from 6 40 p.m. to 7 p.m. Private box letters available at all hours. Telegraph 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Telephone 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Money order Sam to 4 p.m. Saturday 12 noon. Mails Melbourne 7 40 a.m. 12 20 p.m. T.P.O. 8 p.m. Ballarat 8 a.m. Ballan 8 20 a.m. Myrniong 8 20 a.m. Balliang 9 80 a.m. Mails received Melbourne 9 10 a.m. 6 20 p.m. Ballarat 12 55 p.m. Ballan 12 55 p.m. Balliang 5 15 p.m.
The Melton memorial list honors many names including James Bourke, Wm. Whiteside, and H. Butler as killed and numerous others marked killed wounded or missing. The roster covers a wide range of local residents, with multiple spellings and initials indicating full coverage of fallen and serving individuals.
Roll of Honor unveiled at Melton State School lists former pupils including J. Minna Jas McPherson John McPherson T J Lang Horace Lang William Dodlemaide William Whiteside William Carew F G McNulty W Wade A Cannon J Neal F Neal K Neal James Ryan F Ryan P Williams F Chalmer James Kinnersly George Tyler Albert Tyler James Spring Gordon Wilson Henry Collins Howard Wade William Riddell John Field W D Keating and others. Corrections or omissions welcome from those involved.
A historical kitchen note describes stuffing steak with ground pork and onions, using a poultry dressing without sage, layering with onions and stewed tomatoes, baking covered then making gravy, served with mashed potatoes. It adds a health caution about an unclean calf pen with poor ventilation and sunlight.
A handy book offers 18 strong luggage labels with strings and 18 gum labels for sale. Available from Crisp & Sons on Church Street in Bacchus Marsh at 6d each.
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