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Newspaper
Preston Leader
Location
Preston, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 09, 1915
Page
4
An excerpt describes a scenic ascent from Lake Lugano through the Leventina Valley along the Ticino river. The train climbs rugged slopes past waterfalls and snow clad peaks, into the spiral approaches of the St Gothard tunnel, then continues to Lucerne before repatriation trams.
The annual New Year public picnic in the Metropolitan Board of Works Reserve featured dancing contests judged keenly, prize splits for Highland Fling, Sailors' Hornpipe, Irish Jig, and Reel o Tulloch, with the City of Richmond Champion Brass Band delivering concerts. Winners included Agnes Stone, Gladys Spither, Lily Davkeon, Maggie Geddes, Nellie Travilli, Dorothy White, Annie Lavey, Mybengie, and Vungganbearl among others led by secretary James Ryan and assistants.
League bowls struggle through rain as Thornbury, top of Section 5, hosts Glen Huntly while AM side meets North Fitzroy. Tasmania-bound stars A Walker and J P Howe return from interstate duties. Camberwell plays Northgate and B’s clash with Dandenong.
The ceremony joined Miss Mercer Imrie of Northcote and Mr. James Croweden Cluter Ack gemuth of Harken in Toowoomba with Rev Moon officiating. Bride wore ivory crepe de chine with lace and pearls. Attendant Violet Thompson and best man James Nielson. Reception at Unney Hume street. The couple to Brisbane then Sangate en route to Haden for their future home.
A Northcote inquiry into the death of four year old Thomas Horrocks reveals he and two companions entered a waterhole near Victoria Road brick yard. The hole was fenced with a picket barrier but the boys slipped under it and the child drowned before assistance could reach him.
An article by Mr C. L Schueferdecker outlines tuberous rooted begonias from seed and cuttings. It covers origins and hybrid development, propagation methods, potting, soil mixes, watering, shading, ventilation, and timing for bloom from February to June. It emphasizes plant health, careful care routines, and room conditions for successful cultivation.
Northcote club beats St Kilda by 1 wicket in a two-day first eleven clash at Merri Park. Detailed scores show Northcote compiling 201 in the first innings and St Kilda replying, with key contributions from Hayes, Vernon, and Andrew. The match featured extensive batting and fielding highlights across both sides.
Preston oval hosted a mixed social cricket day between Married and Single teams from Waranga and local players. Singles were bowled out for 82, Benedicts replied with 199, Ogden top scoring for the latter, as crowd and ladies enjoyed tea and a musical finale.
A pony named Pony shown at Newcastle area trials, with a fast performance noted. Officials gave it a prompt trial to assess potential racing prospects.
On Christmas Day 49 scouts gathered at the scout hall for a six mile march to Janefield but weather delayed departure. After clearing, the group reached camp by 7 15 PM. eleven members were arrested and the week featured cooking by the boys, games, swimming, and a parade at a Presbyterian church. The homeward trip began Saturday with the camp left in good order under Assistant Scout Masters Sane Void Henry and Sena Bates, Leader Doutuh.
A garbled OCR style account describes public concerns over heroin, crime, and community responses. Names and places are unclear, but tensions rise around drug activity, policing, and media portrayal as residents weigh safety and policy options.
A fire incident on Plieh street Thoresaiey caused near destruction of a ship destroyer and pipes. The Gas Company crew controlled the blaze. insured losses reported with damage near twenty pounds. A crew member sustained injuries and a potential explosion threat was averted.
S. Creed has just erected offices at High and Union streets South Northcate and states he is prepared to undertake all kinds of insurance agency and valuation work.
The Gribeile family thanks friends for kind wishes and support after the recent bereavement. Gratitude is extended to all who sent flowers cards and expressions of sympathy.
Alfred Thomas Hatton informs Northcote court of a cattle ownership dispute. A bay gelding with undecipherable brand was found on Faberta Street without charge. The case seeks appearance in the Court of Petty Sessions on January 18, 1915, before J.P. B. E. Johnson.
Municipal notices invite tenders for Loan No 1 of 29904 pounds with interest at four percent per annum payable semi yearly. Also calls for tenders to govern Clerk of Works for Brick Bridge over Darebin Creek and channelling in Cramer Street. Tenders due 4 pm Monday 18 January. details from Town Clerk. canvassing disqualifies.
A Swedish dignitary at the Battle Exhobition criticizes newspapers for not covering the exhibitor. He urges costly advertising across journals and orders the base papers to send the bill, noting the heavy expense involved.
Willie Skinner of St Georges Road Northcote won a Melbourne Junior Technical scholarship enabling a full trade or diploma course at any approved technical college. Harold James Baker of Arthurton Road Northcote won a scholarship for a two year course at Hassett's college. Prahran Miss Myra Clarke of Clarendon Street Northcote passed with credit the pianoforte primary examination by the London College of Music taught by Miss Cinquegrana.
At the annual meeting of the Master Tanners and Leather Manufacturers Association of Victoria, Henry KP Zwar was elected president and E Hailenstein view president. treasurer James Hardie. executive committee Mestre Waite, H Burgess, T Broadhurst, A K Kane, J Pitt. Hardie thanked for services. year handled nearly £1900 amid arbitration, war, and trade strains.
The Rev K W Rock has two sermons planned for tomorrow with topics Theion a a Good Purpose Knowing the Time of Our Visitation. Rev Le In will lead morning worship at the Congregational church and Rev Bunton will speak in the evening Special reference will be made to the German dismissal. Rev B Hewison’s absence leaves Northcote Hospital Church pulpit to Mr J until Sunday morning and evening. O Knee’s Preston Methodist Church sermon on Reuben is listed for Sunday.
W H O Creed, sworn valuator and estate and insurance agent, operates at 19 High Street Northcote. Prompt attention promised with avuncular service and declarations handled.
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