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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1918
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text indicates a dental surgeon appointment at the University of Melbourne. Details about timing and eligibility are unclear. text shows mis-typed phrases and dates.
A Melbourne notice from Hopluit Company advertises information on plant varieties and husband and wife dynamics, claiming value for home and dairying uses. It highlights grafting, tree criteria, and seedless grasses with references to leafy inserts and lists, urging readers to request copies by postage.
Money notice cites a trust and private money availability at 64 cents per dollar, naming Wikargo and Small Suma with terms of three and five years. Mentions J P McConnell and address As-417 Gollins 81 Mele.
Fragmentary notice from Irughan Private Hospital lists MG T Gawn e and a nurse, with memorial thank yous for Lip memory and private Wok. Local names Vaughn, Fields, Shepp Burton appear in a tribute with thanks for care and attention during a hospital stay.
Fragmented local commentary recalls wartime fears and national resolve as citizens debate Germany, allies, and future policy. The piece references Australia, Britain, and American ties, urging perseverance and vigilance amid shifting international pressures.
Fragmented OCR style line references a vow of vengeance against Germany and recompense for wrongs. The archaic phrasing mentions abolishing power and restoring justice to those harmed, with a solemn tone of moral retribution.
The report notes the death of Brylror Kerring aged 68 and mentions his life from Freland to Gisborne and Geelong, with a reference to his brothers and local engagements. It also records the death of infant Ronald Jams Williamson at Edward Street and a funeral held by Rev Taylor, plus the funeral of Edward Dudley with attendance from town notables despite cold weather.
The townspeople welcomed Bergl and Brown amid a cordial ceremony with The Truss Brak band and schoolchildren. The crowd heard updates on prisoners and wounded, including Soldier Solobey DUN and Sgt Q. Guistye, with a note on a returning Australian serviceman in France. Community letters praised Mle Will Tobin and Mr. Munroe for their roles.
An old article outlines a Copper Gala procession with aims to attract public aid and feature entertainers. It mentions organizers seeking assistance to stage the event and the goal to showcase a prominent procession through the streets.
The community gathered at the Presbyterian church for a memorial service honoring Mrs. Mayo Lain, longtime local volunteer and leader. Rev Geo. Pail preached, praising her tireless work with the Bonavolynty Society and the association’s welfare efforts since the war, while mourners paid tribute to her devotion and steadfast faith.
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