13 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 13, 1914
Page
1
An old timey sales page declares a new lot of ladies gloves, dresses, coats, and footwear with low prices. It highlights 4711 line, velour dresses, blankets, suits, and shoes, urging readers to inspect and buy now while discounts last.
Reading through a long column of Mooroopna and district notices, the article records a Tuesday debate on a local issue, the formation of committees, and planning for community events. It notes speakers, attendees, and preliminary results, with emphasis on school and civic activities, fundraising, and upcoming meetings.
From Undera correspondent a lively match saw Undera meet Lancasiar on local ground. Tongala outplayed Wynn. Kyabram supporters note the visitors and the tight scoreline. The result could influence Tuas standings as the home club battles to stay up.
A parliamentary committee report recommends a railway link from Rushworth to Stanhope, with an proposal for a coastal spur to aid settlement growth. Cost estimates around £200,000 are discussed, and survey work is noted along the line including a potential station near Rushworth. The committee stresses shortest access to markets for settlers if the line proceeds. Also noted are state school merit certificates and requested aid to families under the education department scheme with maintenance grants and allowances per pupil.
Fragmented OCR text outlines a Melbourne area market listing, promising first-class goods and services. Mentions The Market at 37 Melbourne with various items, workers, and commitments to customer comfort and quality. Names and readable details are limited by the garbled source.
Readable portions describe Massey Harris equipment including binders hay rakes and mowers, harrows seeders and ploughs. Mentions grain and orchard tools, sheller ploughs and furrow pins with various models and numbers. Also lists 81295 root pulpers and related farm machinery in a broad product lineup.
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