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Newspaper
Millicent Times
Location
Millicent, South Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1900
Page
3
Irregular fragment notes that the institute committee considered a course involving a gas and gained support from subscribers. The language is uncertain and omits clear names, dates, or places, but suggests a formal decision to sanction the committee’s actions.
The Easten Land Board chaired by Porter met to discuss the Kennian Connell commission, government list updates, and numerous section transfers. Actions include recommendations, reallocations, and lease amendments affecting Riddoch, Mount Muirhead, Lake George, Short, Biloeh, Waterhouse, and Moone Muirhead with multiple members named in transfer details.
Correspondence discusses a proposed method for dairy cow judging at the upcoming show. Cows would be brought the evening before and thoroughly milked with milk weighed and tested the next morning. The system aims to determine exact milk, butterfat, and cheese yields to ensure fairness and reflect commercial value.
A cryptic note from the Patjostler era mentions Ringe L Cyanide 2 and La Carabine ar Vora 3, prompting local officials to issue warnings as residents seek clarity on a potential poisoning scare. Authorities urge calm while investigations proceed.
Millicem resident Mr M Guerin passes along a dispatch from his son Trooper M M Guerin in the South Africa campaign. He reports movements toward the Vaal River, heavy fighting around August 5 to 6, and praise for troops including 61 000 infantry and 37 artillery gunners with naval support. The convoy numbers and weaponry are noted, with word of Boer retreat as the column advances toward Fire and the front lines at dawn.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a colonial or diary style note about a person named Kien and someone making notes, with speech about taking from the Boers. The readable fragment shows uncertainty and potential historical setting without clear events or dates.
Meant Gambier Khew. The ankiei Dhow of the Mount Gambier A and H Soviety wae bold this year on Wednesday and Thursday October 17. Trains crowded the ground at Milligeet with 130 daily-makers and a crowd that filled the pavilion. The show featured fine sheep in Lincoln and Merino classes, good draught horses, and notable exhibits including Mr. W. J. T. Clarks property. Judging was slow for butterfat tests and milk yields, while the crowd and arrangements raised concerns about crowd control and safety. The society’s grounds saw improved accommodation and ongoing work to separate crowd areas, with the event drawing strong local interest and active participation from exhibitors.
The Women’s World advertises a daily prize draw with awards including a Worths best Lut and a beautiful Torelt set. Draws begin after 4 p.m. each day, with examiners judging entries and notifying winners. The notice claims no upfront cost and urges subscriptions to support the contest, while promising prizes and a safe, reliable organization.
Readable entries cover bargains on watches and jewelry, plus extensive lists of poultry classes. Notable names include G Riddoch T C Ath and D Medrthur with numerous entries across breeds such as Leghorn, Brahman, and Cochin. The event features buck jumping and horse shows with many participants and large attendance.
Evidence from a Mrs Gardiner of 70 Green Street Richmond describes trial use of Morse's Indian Root Pills for biliousness morning nausea and related symptoms. She reports improvement after nine months and notes her son aged eighteen also benefited, while warning they are not a guaranteed cure. The ad cites price and distributor details.
The October 15 opening revealed a noticeable price drop for certain mules though the offered terms were not of the best quality. Louray sale began October with mixed results, showing a small percentage change and uncertain demand.
A garbled OCR advertisement touts Doan's Ointment for skin eruptions and itchiness. It mentions Mount Gambier and various testimonials praising the product for relief, safety, and rapid action against dermatitis, rashes, and related irritation.
Fragmentary text mentions an agent named Campbell and a sale or transaction aboard a vessel. Details are garbled, with several place names and terms unreadable. No clear event, date, or parties can be confirmed from the readable portions.
Fragmentary report mentions alleged unrest tied to northern graviners and a struggle over pierce fees. References Peli the Borers and Paravens, with talk of divestment tied to a dynasty dispute called the Munch Dynasty. Details are garbled and names uncertain.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a legal dispute involving Mr Farrelis Caseley and an alleged benefit for a beneficiary, with references to a remedy and complaints about irregularities and associated court actions. Includes mentions of Melbourne or Australian context and various individuals and places interwoven with legal proceedings.
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