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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 31, 1917
Page
4
A 4th anniversary celebration at the Wade Street church featured morning and evening services led by D. F. Bleakharty with choired music, sermons on the Holy Spirit, and reflections on faith, war, and Christian duty. The program included anthems, solos, recitations, and a charity drive, ending with festive worship and a concert in the Botioo Mall.
Grivale Presbyterian Sunday school held its anniversary services on May 20 with large congregations. Special hymns were sung by children under Mrs. W.S. Mably’s supervision. Rev George Paul preached on the subject Wants a Boy from 1 Samuel. Prizes for seniors highlighted the event, with remarks on Be Fairley’s work and Red Cross donations reaching about £1000 for prisoners of war relief.
Fragmentary report from South Australia describes wool prices and a series of disturbances. Mentions This State Photon prices, the initial study via a Lewnly-sie pollew laetyin, and upcoming auction series in June. References entries for Australia trade, Rio can be inferred but details are unclear.
A crowded St Luke's church Saturday evening held memorial rites for the late Signaller W H Hignlok. The service included hymns and a sermon on endurance and faith. Attendees from many friends and groups reflected on his life of service and the sacrifices of soldiers and seamen.
A damaged article notes the Water Commission repairs on bridges damaged in the previous year. Many branches are repaired. remaining work will be completed soon. The commission will seek landowner reimbursement to cover topman costs and prior expenses, with legal actions possible for unpaid work.
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