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Newspaper
Millicent Times
Location
Millicent, South Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1901
Page
3
An editorial note attributed to W. Fairweather rejects aligning our policies with those of other groups. The statement emphasizes independence of judgment and warns against conflating official opinions with external stances.
A letter from A MecouetT argues breeders should select stock more carefully to avoid weak stock. He favors crossing to produce strong, spring-cart capable horses with endurance, able to pull loads and cover long distances daily. He stresses harness work and durability over speed alone.
A reader letter condemns cruel treatment of Indian hawkers by horse owners. It describes packed loads and exhausted animals on roads and paths, cites an Aldmar Watchoe style home, and calls for enforcing load limits and legal restrictions to protect the horses and their handlers.
A damaged OCR fragment discusses the Millicent Preserving Company and a public dispute involving Mr Sutherland and Mr Butlerland. It gestures at dignity, business competition, and accusations, though many words are garbled. The text hints at a reprint or commentary by Wilcox & Co regarding statements made by the involved parties.
Fragmentary wartime diary notes describe Trooper Hiveter Gillis and others from the Fifth Contingent in South Africa. The text recalls captures, transfers, hardships, and morale as men recount battles, executions, and losses. Names of individuals and events appear amid damaged lines.
Fragmentary account describes Sergeant Major McGillivray dying after a riding accident during a skirmish near the Rienaster River. The narrative mentions a gunshot, a woman alleged to fire, and the subsequent burial service in a Pretoria area command, honoring his brave conduct.
In a contest at Millicent Gun Club Welthoe wing weathered strong winds as shooters aimed for accuracy. O'Neil emerged the victor with several kills while multiple participants including Wack Tear and others posted scores and placements across the event date noted as Heptomaber 1th.
A 3A4.0 spring meet held on Mundey Beytember Sud attracted large attendance. Results list evens Bice Racton U0et Ebb 11313 Beradey 13.2.8 Distond 23 be and other riders with standout times for Admiral DirKderd and Light Brigade led by Bogert.
A crowded Millicent ATT and P Society meeting on Saturday, August Bet, heard President Mr. d-Brackey chair as members debated prizes for sheep breeding and livestock shows. Officers and committees were elected, including a Ground Improvement Committee to push turf works, with prizes awarded for best milking stock, terriers, and dairy produce exhibits.
Fragmented OCR lists dates and place names for agricultural gatherings and local events. Entries indicate days and months with numerous misspellings, making exact events unclear.
The Foden Fair opened Friday August 20 and concluded Saturday. Vendors reported strong attendance and many stalls, including produce and handicrafts, drew crowds. Proceeds supported the Millicent Convent fund, with about 270 gathered over the two days. several prize items were judged and some winners later found damaged or unfit. Community volunteers managed stalls, music, and activities, while reports noted mixed luck at the angling and prize tables.
A special meeting at the Hae Miticent ranch on August 20 discusses appointing mentors, education of horses, and library acquisitions. It notes preparations for a congress attendance, central market plans, railway ticket availability, and ongoing concerns about livestock, transport ramps, and poultry matters.
A garbled chronicling mixes South Africa troubles, a Johannesburg sale, and Australian Commonwealth actions. It mentions a 210041 payment for property, trains in Victoria, and a rail engine incident, with scattered quotes about marriage and a child asking what a king is.
A fragmentary notice from a London address advertises a “therariation” of a Remarkable Corn for Deafness and Hear Numen. The ad claims possible cure and mentions sending this number from the address in Chinwick High Road, London W. England. The text is garbled but centers on a medical or quasi medical remedy offered by a person at a London location.
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