10 Jan 1914
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Newspaper
Moorabbin News
Location
Moorabbin, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 10, 1914
Page
1
A fragment from a council record notes Moorabbi and Brarinlige discussions. It references Hil Leenutas, the Auileoes report, and a meeting in Shire Hall Monrablitn. The text cites a date in 1914 and names Alan Te Bordyon and Shiva Swarabiy.
Fragmentary text discusses Mohorin Shire development, population assessment, and proposed boundaries. Mentions Black Rock, Cra Sony, Kelly, White, Rack Rook, and reference to land use and oil implications. Lacks readable dates, places, or concrete outcomes due to corrupted source text.
A fragmented notice outlines a public gathering and election strategy with references to a regional council, a Methodist faction, and a proposed convention. It mentions dates, locations, and expected attendees, emphasizing reform and settlement of complex positions.
The Benevolent Asylum held a weekend entertainment with acts including The Old Wolke and The Battle of Plowove. Performers Ninaig MaKoun Wordaworth Carly Morton and others presented songs sketches and dances before a large crowd. A wedding and quick marriage rite followed at St Matthew's church witnessed by relatives from Malvern and Contee Pandemyrond.
A fragmented notice describes a daytime event featuring vehicles and carriages moving past landmarks. It mentions a parade with various participants and the potential involvement of local groups, though exact details are unclear.
The report discusses local concerns in Mordialloc over a stalled project funded by a recently purchased fund. Residents lament the lack of progress as the new government looms and debate whether to call a meeting or appoint a carnival committee. Easter gathering suggested if needed.
The text recounts a council meeting on a rural district timber sale and licensing issue. It names participants A B Langford and Mr Townon with references to Gore and Halfine Ahome and potential timber value around £1800. The passage is garbled but centers on licensing, road access, and proposed timber extraction plans.
Fragmentary notes describe a company facing capital raises and board debates. Mentions include proposed capital increases, director names, and survival plans, but key facts are obscured by garbled text.
A sprawling, garbled 19th century notice exposes a scam involving deceptive ads. The letter from Cay ton KilI Company, RP RUOWT, warns against fraudulent solicitations and details a court case and suspect names, with references to a Sydney control court and misleading silk advertisements.
Fire destroyed three stacks of barley during a Wednesday event when farmers returning from a market observed flames licking the barn. Only 12 head of cattle remained, and water shortage hampered efforts to save the grain. About 180 bushels were lost with 1,744 bushels expected salvaged pending further assessment.
A scrambled report describes a county dispute involving officials J. Bapelay and J. Mawell over a funding plan for a bridge project at the junction of Boy wad. Brigades prevented further extension, stalling work at the site amid windy conditions and unclear governance actions.
A series of fires destroyed grass and five yokes of timber on Myr Goaldthorps property near Sandringham and Haltenham. The main blaze spread across scrub to buildings, with two separate outbreaks reported on Dodemboo 22 and Devimbay 3, threatening the Roman Cubhotis school and nearby homes before being brought under control.
Fragmented market notes list prices and items with many garbled phrases. It references stalls, cattle calves, purchases, and various buyers and sellers with monetary values, indicating a chaotic market report with uncertain locales and figures.
Fragmentary note mentions finals and awards on the seventh month’s third day, with honors awarded in Phosara and a claim of a venue in Tames Montana, but text is garbled and specifics uncertain.
A discussion on mixed bathing appears with opinions from officials and clergy. Arguments for and against mixed beach and public bathing are presented along with endorsements and cautions about moderation and supervision.
A quirky lament on English irregulars and exceptions. The speaker notes odd spellings and meanings behind common words like mattress and buttress, and mocks the language for its many mismatches and quirks with a playful, old style voice.
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