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Preston Leader

Location

Preston, Victoria, Australia

Date

Apr 17, 1915

Page

2

War prospects and Allied strategy loom in next weeks

The Outlook and leaders discuss likely Allied moves over the coming four to five weeks. Analysts foresee Dardanelles action, Austrian–Hungarian gains, and a push by Germany with Italy and Switzerland to force a decisive result. The piece weighs naval warfare, submarine threats, and the potential impact on civilians.

Russia Avatria-Hungary Europate alCaira Plandernoni Belguta Germany Wayro Italy Aretria Switzerland Butlin Oman Joewee Seifee Lond Kitehonor Haya Allien Hioly Howne Gortrusy

Preston council acts to set minimum building lots size

The Northcote area reports Preston council moving to fix a minimum lot size for building in the shire, with Cr. Chape supervising a 6000 square feet standard. Nearby notes mention local meetings, a forthcoming tramway extension conference, a Belgian Fund appeal, and a busy schedule of concerts, bazaars, and community events at Northcote and surrounding halls.

Northenn Tremway ‘Extension League Fiteray and Pronton Councile Public Works Department Hecordique Confunmennia Can Faveniee Badentt Mondie Northcote Connate Preston Dimabers Northcote Sown Hall Shire Yarra Fisher Paul Guaniabery Ana Northcote Court Stott Northcote Cricket Club Gheloryyill Plepsee Thornbury Shadra Bel- Juan Fund Werther Jnst Sinilay Congregational Church Jolie Fund Araneh A.nwik AINA Ick Ag Union Mount Onge Northcota Scottish Society Fawn Wall Hector Coldapicke J. M. Hill Jessie Jolly Earth Laws George Harvey Haney Lauder W. T. ‘Trelocr England Mr. Membrey Myla A. Youusimi Auiny All Hardiney Margery Gray Will Phiy Tovily Brainey Northgate PS Tuscay Nuiannes Impria Melbourne Shire Hall Chas Chaplin Yyuls Northycote Stuetevant Carl Oldenburg Ollurs Atrect Northote G. Willis Mathara Ufo Ie Adies Eho High Street Theenbury Hattarm & Winttama Windowe Muse Mins Myron Road

Settlers Seek Water Access at Leamington Estate Meeting

At a Pruston council meeting settlers from Leamington Estate urged aid to bring water to 14 houses. They face long carries with 400 to 600 yard distances, risking fires and hardship. Proposal: council cover half of 2400 cost for pipes. settlers pay half. contingent 30 to 40 additional settlers. Motion to refer to committee passed.

Pruston Hows Leamington Estate Necor Lewis Cpokesman Leamington Batata Trianda Counell Couneil Howe Allehin

Underground water scheme debate at Northcote meeting

A Northcote gathering discussed an underground river and water supply plan. Mr Brown urged government action, detailing bore preparations and the need to map river beds, with local associations and sites from Brunswick to Clifton Hill to back the scheme.

Brown Toy Yutneroun Ito Betwyusuy Walker Lynn Aida Northcote Lewife Rose Street Anil Wolkwrnkeens Csisilca Tyan Buirflull Clifton Hill Fitacay Ryan

Northcote Red Cross Society aids wounded with parade drive

The Northcote branch of the Red Cross Society organized a fundraising drive to aid wounded soldiers. Volunteers and many young women posted along Westgarthy to Croxton and Thornbury stations to appeal to train travellers. Donations of flowers and toys were collected, with local clubs and sponsors supplying flowers and supplies. The day featured parades, draping, and numerous helpers working from dawn until night. The financial result was not yet reported but expected to be substantial.

Red Nynes Saldiera Gallele Aden Nan Alnny Orst Bates Westgarthy Noeilicate Croxton Thornbury Trex Red Cross Mesary Tharratt Johnson Ostiorna Walch Hayes Magers Hattum Attam G. Swith P. Nebitosh F. Osborne

Evening party honors Mr Tred Kyur at Meas

An old style gathering held Wednesday in Epping Shire celebrated Mr Tred Kyur with a cordial evening. Guests including Mr Yauing and Mrs BlefF joined in a regional supper at Gheifield's. Music and singing followed the main toast as attendees enjoyed the event and reflected on community ties.

Gheifield Tred Kyur Mir Ann Uneie Dyas Spain Ull Lung

Technical College for Northcote and District Gains Momentum

A Northcote district push for a Technical College and School of Domestic Economy gathers support from school committees across Preston Heidel berg Epping Whittlesea and surrounding areas. The Education Minister sanctioned a district inspection and local councils are expected to allocate land for the project, which aims to place a technical college near the West Main station and along the Preston Whittlesea line. Residents hope a suitable site on Rucker Hill or nearby could meet all requirements, enabling local youths to gain practical skills for life.

Jesus Dachenau College Northcota Preston Sehiot Cou Mitisen Wehool Northvote Preston Heidelberg Epping Whittlesen Werte Fyfe Uinton J. Membrey Forche Technien College South Nopthcote Wesy Acrosa Westfain Beleabe Meerl Preston-Whittinges Thwtayn Lelaenally Thieteizh- Rovian Nartheotu Eitixons Wonthaget Otha Tlncos Teuhnica College Une Ty Colina Sak Rucker'n Hill Koburte Street

Northcote Horticultural Society Show Draws Mixed Interest

The Northcote Horticultural Society hosted a garden show at the token hall amid drought worries. Despite flowers showing some drop in roses, exhibitors like Mr Y. Rowsl and Mr Ge Evan drew attention with prize blooms, while lack of strong public turnout and limited support saddened organizers. The mayor Dr Thugrots presided as judges praised blooms and charitable aims.

Bannie Begala Bavi Y. Rowsl Yvonna Vachorar Jean Negoniun Geevan Narrewafeen D. Baler Northeats Luana Triztoy Julie Me. W. Dunn MY. J. Tageart Thugrots Cnet Sido J. Unery Dublin le Six: Enenations, Fs Newel Key L Wes Robinson Mist G. Landister Mrs. Flayoa Morris Newall Eeler Newell Morrie Baker Ne 'Harey Theos Harry Tn W. Dunn J. Lucas Wy Dunn A. Hildhain Haydham W. Dann Buick Sairas Tio Lionenster Lancestar L. Ste Gleanster Orie Key Vow Flawl

Motor and Milk Waggon Collision in High Street

A collision occurred yesterday in High Street near the tram sheds between a milk waggon driven by Choa Kilner and a motor van occupied by Hilbert W. White and passengers. The waggon, moving toward Epping, struck in the centre of the road, injuring horses and causing one house to be damaged. O'Brien and others were treated at a local hospital. several people sustained abrasions or minor injuries.

Thera War High ‘Street Betwests Mille Choa Kilner Ein Pond Cat Atliee Hilbert W. White Wlng Gordon

Profitable Poultry Strain Yields High Laying Consistency

A historical note on W. G. Swift's consistent white leghorn strain from Northcote and Grayday, detailing trials across multiple colonies and years. It cites performance figures, feed efficiency, and yearly output per hen, with references to locations such as Bendigo and Burnley and notes on profits per flock.

Thea Telvas Ag Swift Northcote Graydayy Duray Vic Burnley Vie Bendigo Burclay Dewie Bsend

Thornbury Theatre Tonight Presents Varied Program

The Thornbury Theatre announces a modern program for tonight featuring a diverse set of acts designed to entertain and educate. Highlights include a celebrated "Byrunk" production and selections from the "Northcots Bulgarian Ballet," with notable performers and a special night of entertainment amid a busy city scene.

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