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Newspaper
Millicent Times
Location
Millicent, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1904
Page
3
A detailed wedding account outlines Miss Smith's cream silk gown and lace accessories, the ceremony preceding a reception. Misses Hainer and Richards joined in attire described as elegant and pale pink, with guests noting the reception’s arrangements and a later ball at nine thirty despite somber mood.
A fragmented report notes a Sunday school themed bridegroom interest at the school and a bound bible presented by Mr Jamionon. The Farwocs Polis meeting heard remarks on a rumored counter claim and Mr Chant's injuries while speakers emphasized moral and social concerns.
A writer argues for expanding on farm cheese production to use surplus eggs and dairy, suggesting storage, local depots, and simple work for women and children. The plan envisions selling to cheese factories or direct depots, reducing shop reliance and increasing farm income, with calls for a meeting to discuss details.
An advertisement touts Sander & Sons Aucal yptus Extract as superior and reliable for health. It claims dental protection, fever and infections prevention, throat relief, inhalation steam, and internal use for various ailments including diarrhoea, rheumatism, and urinary issues, urging regular use and warning against inferior products.
A correspondent urges caution on forming a district farmers political union. The writer suggests appointing scouts to draft a defined platform so all may see what is proposed before any binding steps. The district, with liberal voting history, should ensure the union remains liberal and farmer interests are protected.
An editorial style piece critiques local taxation in South Australia and Britain highlighting state taxes, road funding, and public debt. It questions councils raising funds for road repairs, cites social and economic arguments, and suggests Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as a humorous closing note.
A Millicent district council meeting discussed election rhetoric, disputed drainage measurements, and contractor pay issues. Overseer errors were acknowledged. refunds and road work debates dominated, with council approval for certain culverts and commonage work. A date for the meeting and related activities was set for September 8th through the following Saturday.
Millicent District Council faces accounting irregularities in the balance sheet with a page of notes outlining grants, transfers, and school repairs. The meeting chaired by acting-chairman Waterson discussed misreadings, road grants, arbor day, and calls for inspecting a bridge and drought-related repairs while noting ledger discrepancies and council inquiries.
A Millicent Times editorial criticizes the Labor Party for focusing on political rather than industrial issues and accuses the party of betraying working people. It condemns ULP supporters and calls for unity under a broader labor platform, arguing that reform must serve all workers.
Public expression shows surprise at a local remedy claim. Millicent notes many doubted prior, but Dona's Backache Kidney Pills are praised after a week’s use. Customer Mr Shanks endorses relief from back, kidney pain, and fatigue, urging readers to obtain genuine Doan's pills from local chemists or by post from Foster McClellan Co.
The report itemizes races at the August event with horses such as Morcman Warren and Wild Haven plus placings, times, and dividend amounts. It lists first and second place payouts like first horse £11 108 and second £1 in various distance races, including one mile and four furlongs, with multiple riders and odds noted.
Sale listing details show items described as FPUES-OUT SEATED BUGAY with names Bate Shath and Lapeake Avot alongside Michelle Burtdangs. The fragmentary text reads as a classified style notice indicating a transaction of specific items and involved parties.
A match of ten gunners from Millicent and Mount Gambier Gun Clubs took place at Millicent Show Ground on a Wednesday in August. J Wallin came closest to Nunan, and after the Club Trophy No 7 the Asibrea Trophy was decided. With birds running out, Wallin and Bridges shared first and second prizes while Look and Boma shared third. Scores and names listed for many participants followed, reflecting a lively local shooting event amid club meetings and fairground excitement.
London readers glimpse a jumble of civic notes including a wedding anniversary for Mr and Mrs Istse Gould of Glenburhie, budget figures showing revenue at £2,018,047 and expenditure at £2,655,708, plus a surplus projection and duties. The piece touches on land tax changes, tram company interests, and charitable allocations totaling £1,2307,146 annually, with remarks on insurance and business growth in the colony.
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