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Newspaper
Preston Leader
Location
Preston, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 25, 1916
Page
2
A long, dramatic report contrasts the Verdun battle with a massive German offensive and its casualties, noting French defenses under heavy bombardment, Prince-level leadership, and Europe’s looming outcome while local council updates and civic notices unfold, including election committee actions and a public meeting set for Thursday.
A garbled item presents a time fable style note about Ged Wm Aur Croyt and other entities. The readable text hints at a social or community broadcast with possible references to Windsor and MtUlaraUhlt, mentioning Neds Ly fans and a Far- mete egunsttnn.
A compilation of community items from Northcote including parish and church notices, town hall events, performances, subscriptions for a brass band, temperance meetings, and notices of vacancies and tenders. The text lists venues, dates, people, and local organizations, with details on open nights, concerts, and civic announcements.
A presentation to Mr Daly honored his decades of work in education. Speakers praised his dedication, influence on pupils, and high standards while neighbors and former students applauded his service to the school and community.
An official order recounts the Melbourne departure of the Abattollan Divisional Supply Column on December 22 and praises officers NCOs and men for exemplary service. It notes casualties including Private Byrna and Lance Corporal Morrow from No. 0 Suction, with Armteong identified as brother of J P Armstrong of Annadale.
A. V. Dyoy of urtiott receives the Long Service Medal on behalf of her late husband Ligot A. Ve Dwyar, who served in the Bhan Infantry Hapimone rota. The commendation notes his faithful service and memory, following his death after long military duty.
Privately W. A. Chown describes an encounter in Colombo where Australians and Indian soldiers mingled among tall Sepoys. The adjutant questioned a Branded group, and a letter from Private Fea Aether mentions Robinet, Hekne Heed, and a voyage by ship. Details of names, ranks, and movements are mixed with fragmented remarks about Christmas attire and camp life.
Soldiers in hospital and wounded sailors strain resources. Northcote Red Cross seeks funds and counterpanes for hospital wards. Donors urged to send four foot long quilts or blankets with a red cross emblem, delivered to the local relief committee for distribution to hospitals and troops.
Local notices list Wood's fourth lecture Life Beyond the Grave at Holy Trinity tomorrow evening. Rev AR Anton to lead morning service at the Congregational Church with Prof. Frovviriati in the evening. Also announced are missions, concerts, and sermons across several churches including Chelat Preston and South Septon Methodist Theatre performances and ministerial addresses.
Northcote Council considers favoring returned soldiers for permanent positions. Debate covers whether hires should be permanent and if private employers should adopt the pattern. Speakers urge keeping jobs open for veterans and rely on government influence.
At Monday evening city council session, council members weighed a new municipal rate plan. The expeditionary force plan drew attention as rate proposals were discussed and sent to the finance committee for review.
A farewell event honoring Mr G F Major after 28 years as northcote branch manager of the London Bank. Guests included Hon. G Meroe and Mr O Avelen Williams. A toast praised Major’s service and friendship, with wishes for health happiness and prosperity as he retires from banking to new pursuits.
The Northcote Theatre presents a varied bill featuring The Fan Who Singed at Fore, The Ol Mute Blayse, and Pha Consciinca of Hurot 10. Also on the program are The Buchalos Romance, a London Corporation drama The Third Generation, Exyiatts of Law, and Dhrevatary in Next Thurs ay's programs. The lineup includes Lisa's Cubs and a Vitagraph short with Charlie Chaplin, Some Nerve, highlighting a lively colonial era schedule.
Fragmented OCR about bowl matches and players with many garbled names. Mentions Thornbury as ruler, Northenta division leaders, and scores like 123 50 60, plus several distorted team references and outcomes. Details are unreadable, but notes a mix of wins and losses across multiple squads and individuals.
A lively Northoota Council meeting sparred over Defence Department policy and conscription. Debates centered on employing a conscription critic, the role of the Defence Department, and pressure to withdraw opposition while preserving national service commitments.
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