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Newspaper

Preston Leader

Location

Preston, Victoria, Australia

Date

Jan 30, 1915

Page

2

Kaiser Birthday Rage Sat on German Attacks

Contorted dispatches describe a German birthday with failed raids on the English coast. The piece mocks Berlin leadership, notes sinking ships and aerial plans, and foresees Allied spring invasion despite propaganda claims. It portrays German hopes dashed, warning of intensified British resistance and a looming peace uproar. The text cites Turkish outreach as futile and ridicules German diplomacy while emphasizing Allied resolve and strategic superiority.

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City pleads for relief fund amid wartime unemployment

The article reports widespread job losses and rising poverty as drought and winter strain workers. Local council seeks to mobilize a united relief effort, planning a conference with friendly societies and organizations to establish a central fund. Funds raised by the Ladies' Earn Society may be redirected to aid distributions.

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Drought Strain and Unemployment Prompt Regional Planning

Across the country large expanses run almost dry and stock face food shortages. Ministers vow prompt action on unemployment, forestry, and clearing for vegetation. Government will spend heavily to put forces to work, with metropolitan councils pushing to employ those with families. Local tramway and ratepayer associations form five representatives as Northcote and Western groups consolidate efforts for public works and municipal relief.

Forwata Forveta

WEW State School at Preston Opens in New Three-Storey Building

A rush of scholars fills the new up-to-date three storey WEW State School at Preston. The site on Murray Row, between the railway and hill, offers 40 to 400 capacity with room to grow. Temporary head teacher and staff secured. extra teachers sought as enrolment climbs toward 250. Parents to form a school committee for ongoing oversight.

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Australian Church Anniversary Events At Preston

The Preston Methodist circuit marks Australia’s history with services at South Preston and Preston churches led by Rev. Bunton and Rev. Adams. Home Mission deputation, led by Rev. D J Plochart, visits Bauth Preston and Preston during the week, supporting Victoria church efforts. Harvest Thanksgiving services occur at Nordhoote and nearby churches tomorrow morning and evening.

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Northeats council plans big tramway investment

Northeats council moves to spend over a thousand pounds yearly on tramway works with nine new buildings started in Preston this month. Report notes government land purchases at Hat'srove and Thornbury work, plus local council actions on roads and public buildings, including a new state school and theatre company activities.

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Thornbury Theatre to Undergo Extensive Alterations

Thornbury theatre owner wy Brown schedules a major upgrade with a full staff of workmen. The plan includes adding a circle, modernizing the front, and expanding seating to accommodate about a thousand patrons. The management notes that ongoing works will affect the auditorium portion of the establishment.

Wy Brown Thornbury Theatre Integralion Patroue Advotelog

Worthy 5 Batch Street Works Recommended for Approval

Worthcote 5 batch recommended for constr uction after mayor and finance chair negotiated with bank gaining 200 advance. Council accepts plan to extend funds and proceed with street works across Aberdeyn, Clyde, St David, and surrounding wards.

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City fountain controversy stirs traffic regime debate

A large crowd gathered in the city’s south district to witness a public fountain proposal and a council debate. Officials including MLA and local mayoral figures attended as residents urged orderly traffic controls, while critics urged prompt action on water access and urban beautification plans. The meeting focused on street closures, safety, and funding, with several committees urged to report back on feasibility and timelines.

To the Editor Sin Defers Beautification Plans for Crown Land Railways

Letter urges deferring city beautification schemes in favor of developing crown land railway reserves near main routes. Proposes funding public works and job creation for the unemployed, arguing it would yield returns and sustain local needs amid economic strain.

Noel Merwe Adi

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