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Newspaper

Saint Arnaud Mercury

Location

Saint Arnaud, Victoria, Australia

Date

Dec 22, 1917

Page

2

The Old Established and Leading House Adverts

Bell and Lorimer offer quotations for groceries wines spirits ironmongery timber building materials glass crockeryware oils paints colors paper hangings fuse gelignite detonators and mining requisites. They buy wheat and farm produce at top rates corn sacks twine and wool packs at bed rock prices. Agents for Yates Reliable Garden Seeds The London and Lancashire Insurance Co Federal Manure Co.

Yates’ Reliable Garden Seeds London Ad Lancashire Insurance Co Federal Manure Co

Blencowe Listed at New Residence for Dental Matters

F. C. Blencowe, a Malady Urgron Denlist, may now be consulted at the new residence Jones Irset, St. Atowad, adjacent Reformers Preminee. Holder of bigheat diploma, and specialist in dental matters.

Joseph P. Ryan Dental Board OF Victoria Tie N ‘Dundreonen Carner Walker Duodes St. Arnaud Urgron Denlist Jones Iirset St. Atowad Preminee

Presbyterian Church Next Sunday Services

The Presbyterian Church lists morning and evening services at St Arnood and North St Arnood with Reverends W F Rolland Macdonald and others. Christmas Day united service at Presbyterian Church is scheduled for 10 30 am led by Rev A E Davey and other clergy.

St. Arnood W. F. Rolland Gre Gra North Macdonald St. Arnood North Beldg Reenslep's Beidge United Service Presbyterian and Methodlat Peerbyterian Church Addrom—Rov A. E. Davey

Christmas Church Services and Family Obituary Notice

Church of England timetable for Sunday December 25 lists services at St Arosad and St Arowud with sermons by The Vicar Kooreb, plus Sunday School festival and choir singing. Christmas Day services at St Arowud include Holy Communion and sermon by The Vicar Kooreh, followed by an official Christmas offering prepared by the Vicar Distel. Obituary announces Maurice William M'Kellar, aged 44, son of William and Emily, died December 16 at Mildora Hospital.

Distelbation of Sandy School Prisse M'Kellis Mildora Hoepliss William Emily M'Kellar

In Memoriam Bats A Tribute to Thorold in France

In memoriam for Thorold who died in France on 24 December 1916. The tribute speaks of a soldier’s life and battles fought, a sacrifice dearly bought, and a soldier’s grave. Signed by Pearle and Alfred G Bath on behalf of loving apostles.

Bats Cogdn Thorold France Pearle Alfred G Bath Frederick M'Oabbie Tharedey Yarra

Russell Family Thanks Friends for Kindness After Bereavement

W Russell and family express gratitude to friends for kindness during a recent bereavement and thank Dr Boonett for attentive care. Arnaud Doo, 81, died in 1917.

W. Russell Family Doalra Elec Dr Boonett Arnaud

Christmas War Toll Shines Through 1917 News

A fragment from a 1917 issue reflects on the Christmas season during wartime. It notes the world’s horror, global fighting, and social strain including empty cupboards, widespread deprivation, and the pervasive impact of the Great War on homes and families.

Jewel of a Christmas Season Steady in Australian Times

The article reflects on postwar relief and religious observances, noting Christian control of Jerusalem, Christian and Jewish relief sentiments, and a broad sense of peace prospects. It highlights wartime casualties, community mourning, and hopeful signs of recovery across Australia with festive observances and charitable sentiments.

Australia Obrietmas Wil Tasmania Kigernoonn Fremantle Chirlemas Obriamas Gilla Portia Auatralia la A Plata

Local holiday notices and December postal changes

Public offices close on Monday and Wednesday next for Christmas holidays. post and telegraph services suspend on Christmas Day with limited hours Boxing Day. January 1 observes New Year rules. Schools and offices announce holiday openings and resumption dates. farmers urged to secure wheat harvest and pest control measures. registration required for youths turning 14 by year end.

Onratefl Tak Mexornr Mnet Booke Aed Lusnday S. Arcaud Yarde Baslower Agor Williame Iole Pethor Ninup Teschers Scholara St. Aroaut Yeaarday Co Minister of Agriculture Defence Department Ares Moodey

Chamberlains Tablets for Digestive Relief

These tablets are prepared especially for the stomach liver and bowels. If you suffer heartburn and indigestion they will help. Sold everywhere.

Chamberlains

Arbitration denial over mining federation appointment

Higgie denied an application by the New South Wales Coal Mineral Association to appoint the State Sed Colliery Employees Federation. The decision was grounded on the belief it would not advance the public interest in the sector.

Hey Ootope Polaiova Higgie Nw South Wales Qual Mineral Association Sed

War News From London In Early 20th Century Dispatches

General Sir Douglas Haig reports heavy artillery fire at Pascheodale Portagares troops repair raiders near Leventiv. The Admiralty statesOur air effort dropped explosives on Brageolss works, 81 Boages, on Tuesday night. Washington Tuesday. Germany's strength placed at 144 divisions, up from July. Bolshevik expedition against the Don Ovivacks halted as three divisions engage between Ubralolets and Boilebevike. Disorder expected to end after arrangements.

London Thareday Douglan Haig Pawscheodale Portagares Leventiv Admiralty Atates Brageolss Owleg Usraloe Ubralolets Boilebevike

Arnaud Police Court Hearing for Boasting Words

A man named Jomoe Herd faced an Arnaud Police Court charge for disorderly words spoken aloud in public. Evidence showed he used disgusting language in earshot of the public, resulting in a fine and short imprisonment if not paid.

Jomoe

Vaccination Act Offense Leads to Court Docket Delay

In a case tied to vaccination compliance, two young men faced charges of offensive behavior after appearing together in public. The magistrate postponed proceedings to January 18, as defense lawyer Mr. Donkley argued for joint handling. The exchange closed with seasonal goodwill from court officials.

Willonx Donkley Ollent Dockley Dookley Mr. Dawkley Elligot Girdner Daukley

The Referendum on Australian Reinforcements

The Referendum asks Australians to approve a government plan to raise 7000 volunteers monthly or compel enlistments by ballot to sustain overseas forces. Ballot age range is 20 to 45 with exemptions for dependents. Citizens vote at town halls across divisions, with 17 polling booths reporting a yes majority in St. Avenud subdivision and varied turnout noted.

Australia Nettonalle Chmmoomeal Commonwealth Uweramen Ageteslisn Iuperial Tovern Fwat Widdegreen Reaper Soc Heney Coe Balaclava Yarra Gippaland Wimmera Onwogawie Ludl Ballarat Maribyraong Boodigo Boorke Melbourne Porte Powkow Healy Barman Kooyoog Cork Vie Porth Swen Remantle Wia Darling NS W Home N.S W Parkes N.S Darwin Tsemiwnie Ma Bod Valone

Polls indicate referendum results by region and nation

The latest available returns from New South Wales Victoria Queensland South Australia and other states show a national majority for No with totals like 100,044. Absent votes and regional tallies are noted across divisions and areas including Arnaud subdivision and Gramptans division.

New South Wales

Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts Stop Nerve Strain

After a tiring day you sleep badly and wake refreshed with Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts. The ad promises they pull you together and brace nerves, offered by G. W. Hean, chemist, with mail order details and price per bottle.

Hean Grover G. W. Hean

Costs But and Trifle in Accident Preparation

A fragment urges readiness after accidents, noting prevention is hard but preparation helps. It mentions Chamberlain's Pain Balm and possibly a remedy for injuries. The text is garbled but hints at safety and care.

Anyons Chamberlein Beatess

Fragmented query on epee event in Gothn term BIS Lif Adin

A garbled input fragment mentions an epee event with terms like Gothn and Lif Adin. No clear people, places, dates, or organizations are readable to form a full newspaper item.

Australia and War's Toll Move to Heal the Nation

A long letter laments wartime strain on Australia and France, urging government action to protect liberty. The writer recalls fear and sacrifice, condemns German actions, and calls for unity, vigilance, and memory of freedoms as the nation looks toward postwar recovery.

Land deal for Mallee land allotments reviewed

Mra A W Goode and J B Urgeon, as land board members, are reviewing a proposal to parcel about 80 acres for 70 blocks of Mallee land. A premium for veterans is planned, with fees and checks by the northern committee led by MLA Mickinnon. Board members visited Swan Hill and neighboring towns assessing crop notes.

A. W. Goode J B Uregeon Pee Peer D. Mickinoon Swan Hill Woomelang Murrayris Oayen

Causes of insomnia and neomral disorders claim

The text discusses how use of neomrals dinordare of the steameeh and Chamberlain's Tebete are linked to insomnia. It notes chronic conditions affecting the stomach and liver, with references to digestive and nervous system disturbances. The wording is garbled and unclear about conclusions.

Heans Tunic Nerve Nata Remedy Advertising Claim

An old advertisement touts Heans Tunic Nerve Nata as a nerve strength remedy. It markets a non narcotic, stimulant free formula claimed to support nerves through food and medicines approved by Medion solous. The text lists price and availability at a chemist shop in Canile Street, Opdney.

Medion HEAN Menong Canile

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