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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1917
Page
2
A patriotic piece extols Australian soldiers as defenders of a free nation. It recalls Gallipoli Palestine and France, urges all men to enlist or share the burden, and frames service as a duty to Britain and the empire. It appeals to youth and communities to support the war effort.
Governor cites figures showing Britain imported vast quantities in 1914 while Australian exports faced transport and detention issues. The piece argues imperial trade must adapt to support farmers and keep the Mother Country from overburdening colonial producers while wartime demands strain grain, meat, and other supplies.
An observance suggests a ready stock of funeral requisites including hearse, plumes and related items for district functions. The note emphasizes efficiency and economy in supplying materials for public services and processions.
A brief item reports on M Halpin acting as agent for the Dualoy Company to sell or distribute its motor tyres. The note identifies the partnership and the goods involved in the local commerce context.
The text notes the fifteenth annual convention of the Chamber of Agriculture held in Bendigo last week. It laments overloaded business papers and praises remarks by State Governor Sir Nichole Blomley as opening the convention. It discusses wheat production, Australia’s ranking, and global outputs with figures from 1913.
A breakdown at a pumping station Saturday left the facility temporarily out of action. A prior requisition by an old pumping company led to a supply disruption, with plans to bring in Wil Will Wean at Misinnell, Melbourne, under whose supervision the pump has been operated. Officials anticipate adjustments to restore full operation and note a claimed fuel consumption reduction during the period. Local hospital changes and staff movements are also reported, including management shifts at Guildford Private Hospital and related facilities.
A lengthy funeral notice honors George Gordon Paul aged 19 years and 10 months, detailing his life from Anasattale Sydney to Geelong College. It recounts service in the cadets, a medical discharge after lung illness, and his steadfast character shown during training and at death. The obituary lists family ties, his schooling, and the tribute from the community, including a detailed cortège and church service.
A shredded OCR text hints at wartime era notices and names, including military figures and dates. The fragment mentions officers such as Lieut and various places or units, with references to hospital stays and urgent service, implying a public notice or obituary style item about service, illness, or casualties.
Fragmentary OCR text references a parody act at Matne Hall with names like Lady Stanley and Gorjo Strout. The garbled prose mentions appeals, treasure, and press acknowledgment, but specifics remain unreadable and uncertain. The item reads like a clipped society note with dubious attribution.
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