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Newspaper
Richmond Guardian
Location
Richmond, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1918
Page
3
The notice advertises a snooker hall now under new management located at 12 Swan Street in Richmond. It mentions changes and aims to attract players in the suburban area with a focus on offering a new experience and services.
A recruit recites a drill of presenting arms for officers by rank, misidentifies a general, and reacts with consternation. The scene shifts to a discussion about tea blending and a prison break attempt, then notes nature’s intervention and a reflection on women’s role in responding to men.
Under the Union Jack Mr and Mrs T Lacey of 15 Crown sirew Burnley are informed by the Defence Department that their son Private Faie T Lacey is returning home. He was born at 24 Crown Street Burnley and joined England in February 1917 after sailing on Ballarat and serving in France where he was gassed and wounded. He has a cousin killed in action and two comrades who went to camp together. Additional returning Anzacs from Richmond include Sergt Marker and Sgt Major Eddie Topking, with more Harriers due home from St Stephen's.
Bright day with 150 employees from Commonwealth Match Factory enjoying their first annual picnic at South Morang. The group traveled by drags from Bridge-road, dined at Morane Hotel, then staged a sports program with winners listed. Evening music and dance followed at South Morang Hall as staff anticipated peace and expansion.
Richmond chased victory after dismissing University for 171, with Kelly taking five for 29 and Remington three for 39. Richmond halted University at 130 in their second innings, securing a 13-run win at the University Oval and earning their first win of the season.
Cremorne 113 for 3 declared led by A Walker 34 T Walker 29 Schrape 14 Castles five for 48 Shell four for 25. Catholic Young Men’s Association seven for 29 Schrape three for 9 Woodhead three for 11. To be continued today at Yarra Park as Robin Hood v A N A. The Richmond A N A Ramblers and
The article discusses constant human body temperature around 98 to 99 degrees Fahrenheit regardless of environment. It notes fever and malaria can alter readings. It also highlights Dickens, Scott, Browning, and Wordsworth as exemplary long walkers, detailing their remarkable daily distances well into old age.
The article surveys whimsical bequests to animals in historic wills. It cites Lucky Doss style gifts and mentions cases from Salzburg to Salford, Chicago, Venice, and France, including dogs, horses, parrots, a tortoise, and a cat, with generous annuities and special conditions.
K Trowbridge offers eyesight testing and lenses ground and fitted. Rimless glasses specialty and doctors' formulas provided. Located near the church at 246 Swan Street.
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