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Newspaper
Millicent Times
Location
Millicent, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 25, 1901
Page
2
A fragmented cash price list shows various grocery and household items, from flour and nuts to spices and toiletries, with odd misspellings and garbled product names. The list implies standard cash prices and savings for paying in cash, reflecting a general merchandise format typical of a small shop window.
Traders report brisk competition at open auction with 374 head sold from Upper Murray, North of the Border, and local breeders. Sheep and lambs priced steady to firm with prime ewes and heavy lambs meeting strong demand while cattle values edge higher, dairy cows remaining scarce and buyers active for prime oxen and fat cattle.
Henry, Livingston and Yates reported sales began at Tontanvole on Monday with strong attendance though trade was uneven. Fat stock sold well. crossbred wethers and sheep fetched notable prices, with cattle including fat cows and jumbos realizing varied amounts. Market featured mixed broadsides of merino and crossbred sheep, lambs, and cattle with diverse lots selling to local buyers.
The report outlines Crown land applications with deposits required, land blocks from 42 to 727 acres, and a planned hearing in Robo to hear evidence about applicants mainly from the Hobe district. It also covers a vehicle accident on Greenhill's road injuring A Sutherland and J Swanoway, plus a partial update on show society improvements and a Public Service Board visit to Millicent regarding government services.
The Salvation Army launches its annual appeal amid a wide relief network in Australia. Major Spargo and local chapters in Millicent plan meetings and fundraisers with proceeds supporting 56 institutions, including Rescue Homes and Homes for Children, aiding the helpless and hungry. The Millicent Agricultural Bureau and Ladies’ Guild host a larger social event June 8 with invited speakers from Adelaide, tea, and an evening concert. Wool classing union notices schedule talks for June 5 as part of bureau activities.
District Pars potatoes quoted at Mount Gambier, appropriation changes and adjourned health board meeting due to no quorum. An appeal in Bluckey and Son v Nf Wybh noted. Transvaal War casualty Schumann, formerly Millicent resident, mentioned. Mount Gambier Local Court reports damages of £15 claim for nose pulling, verdict £10 plus costs.
Mount Gamacen May 23 A diverse group of business people doubt the festivities while visitors from Adelaide plan extensive onion grazing. The Yahl factory opens expanding bread cheese onions and beer production. A local girl answers questions about her brother as orders are taken. The Border Preserving Works faces criticism over animal slaughter practices. Rabbits’ disease fears prompt quarantine talk amid a public parade at Vaetittart Park with 300 volunteers in uniform, Major Howland in command, amid light showers and a large photo group unable to be captured due to dull weather.
The Millicent Volunteers conducted their first official inspection since formation with Sergt Major Harrington directing the two companies, mounted and foot, in battalion order. Capt Hay and Lieut Orwan led the mounted and foot units as Colonel Stuart praised their strength and drill. A social welcome dance followed, with Major Rundin and Trooper Plunkett returning from South Africa, and a lively program including racing, hunting, and a well-attended concert and dance at the Public Hall.
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