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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 20, 1918
Page
2
An unclear OCR fragment from Uoolamon notes a community event featuring a female figure or group, with mention of a parade or performance and a domestic setting. The readable items reference a presentation, possibly involving Deiemls and Ost valg, but specifics are obscured.
Loving memory of my father Mushund Baral who died at Bive Lodge on May 2 1987. Dearest father of Lyle and Dorothy. Sadly missed by B K Day and children Sydney.
A Shepparton discussion criticizes local water quality and factory practices. Arguments question the safety of river water and soap factory sanitation, urging factual proof and cautious statements while warning against overstatement. Public confidence and health are key concerns amid weather and infrastructure strains.
A long critique urges immediate action on drainage and sewerage in Welad and Hobbet towns. It warns that years of neglect and aging infrastructure risk flood, river contamination, and infectious disease unless urinals are cleaned, drains flushed, and a formal inspection regime established. The piece references the Goulburn levees, Murray frontage, and savings spent on outdated schemes, urging prompt, systemic reform. It also notes hospital infection counts and the broader impact on public health and property wealth along the river.
The text discusses harnessing natural rainfall to create a lake system and argues for alternative diet methods. It critiques current irrigation projects like the Sugartont weir and suggests restoring natural channels at Noel's Point and Enoch's Point to form a practical lake, warning of drought and unintended ecological impacts.
The dest daughter of Mr and Mrs Polo Sinalnis of Glairmont Arcadia will wed Mr Henry Bridgfort. The ceremony is set for St John’s Presbyterian Ghurel Essendon on Thursday the 23rd.
Werngrakio announced the death of Mr John Patterson who passed peacefully at his residence Harald Street Shepparton on Friday morning at age 84. Funeral held Saturday afternoon at the local cemetery with many old friends in attendance. Mr Patterson, born in County Down Ireland, migrated to Australia at 10, lived in Newbridge and Kanyumba districts before farming near Tapungalla and later retired in Shepparton. He married Mrs Ryne Patterson of Kyneton about six months ago. He is survived by two daughters and several grandchildren.
Melbourne authorities discuss drainage improvements near Shepparton and Congupna road. Officials consider a 3 inch monier culvert to improve water flow and align with railway work costs. Public works plans include bridge upgrades and broader drainage schemes affecting Mesut district settlers and nearby towns.
A fragment recalls Margy’s simple wish for a pair of boots she never has to think about owning. The text mentions Morahial’s shop on High Street near TooWwear and a brief, unclear scene at a local locale in Shepparton.
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