Contested National Service Debate Divides Empire Officials
The text presents a fragmented debate on conscription with figures like Mr FEV Buford and A. Payabon arguing for or against compulsory service. It references wartime morale, volunteerism versus universal sacrifice, and concerns about unequal burdens amid recruitment campaigns. The piece mentions Parliament, unions, and public opinion facing wartime duties and imperial expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avery
Lalor
Isadore
Oulsids Urliament
Gonactin
Fev Buford
anaWerrota
Auatentia
Australi
Aap
Aly A. Payaibon
Fiat
Tito
Henderson
High Schuol
Shepwarton
A Little Girls Gift From Wounded Shepparton Lad
A letter from Private Jack Howell of Snoppaylen in France thanks Miss Thompson of Malvarn for socks sent from Australia. He writes from the trenches and praises the ladies of Shopnar district, noting casualties and wartime hardship while expressing gratitude and pride. The message reflects home front support and personal connection between a soldier and his Australian correspondents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raby Thompson
Nira
Thompson
Malvarn
Lormarty
Shennat Jks
Frank
Peigaly
Jack Howell
Snoppaylen
Pir
Heist Mowell
MM. Jalrdressar
Howell
France
Shepparton
Onic
Boul
Les
Kittin
Percy Nankorvis
Wem
Jn Keane
Australia
Shopnarmn
Eloss
Flood warning advisory at railway stations and post offices
A fragment from the Melbourne daily urges officials to push warnings at railway stations and post offices along the Goulburn river. The notice warns soldiers along the river of possible floods and urges readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malbourne
Goulburn
Marriages and Celebrations At Local Methodist Church
A wedding pageant unfolds with Avon and Kin Methodist Church ceremonies. A key ceremony centers on Miss Avon as bride with Mr McPherson, while other couples like Powles and Swann pair off in Melbourne bound celebrations. Guests and families send well wishes, and a reception follows with local dignitaries and friends in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ie- Kialla
Ilo
J -McPherson
Liv
Mus
Duero
Kigiln
Olinus
A. Dek
Sendai
Bop' Beathos
Mle
Moore
Ale
James Manne
Smit
Nebeide
Ol T. Stolth
Assisi
Beide
Wil Martin Dither
Tilltor
Amd
Vital
Wogersan
Alsees
Methodist Church
Avon
Heecurch
Mas
McPherson
Doan's Kidney Pills Promoted by Mrs Dowling
Poses Baokauhy Widapy pills are praised by Mrs Jane Dowling of Wellsford for curing kidney disorders three years ago and restoring mobility. Doan's Kidney Pills are recommended by readers as a permanent remedy, with testimonials from Sydney sellers and references to pricing and availability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Posa
Jane Dowling
Welsford
Shepparton
Anil
Sulforie
Towling
ste-Houlys
Sted
Sydney
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Colober
Rowe & CO
Nour
Enviter
the Australian Estates Mortgage GO. Ltd
Collins Street
Melbourne
Eblgatent
London
Halgety & EG Ltd
Lexpurls
Pein Wy
Ghentsven
Spvcia
Himarymerts
Quibel
Kemp
Nuleks
AGI
Bourke Street
Victoria
Miveriia
Queensland
Cooper's Shop
Vigiunia
Gollins
King Streets
Younghusbard
Ting St
saKeRs
Froruce
Madougall
Sheep Dip
the Miller Stores
Avin
G.V
Wm. Dear
Maude Street
Wraches
Goodyear
R.A.S
America
New Zealand
THE
Goodyear Tyre and Rubber. Co.,of
Australasia
Clarence Street
Syney
Flinders St
Trek
Brinbee
Chesser
Adelaide
Macquarie Street
Hobert
George’s
Ter
Perth
Mercer St
Wellington
Woodcock
Woudoork
MT. Gnd
EL Woolrik
Mees
Phomas
Thomnas
Missayia Phowas
Abe Krankhomas
Gui Ales
Woodeouk
Powles—Swann
Millie Afobheugh -Chuveh
Tymond A. Powles
Mary
I. Smith
Elizabeth Annie Swank
Ive Bello
Wiss Lheanily Tyeiddesmaid
John McDovald
Bate S'Kyles
Naan
Loo Grotest
Luyi
Nove
Peri
A. Nilsson Mois
T. J. McIver
Massey-Harris Coy-Ltd
Lapemennnete
Hoaper
Gta
Suidera
Dwyie
M. T. Malpine Grocer
Wyndham Steen
Sueppawton
Hiwe Street
Sheppartc
Tas
O'Balgn
Macdermott & CO
Deering
Sromard
WM. Macdermott
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