14 Oct 1915
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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 14, 1915
Page
1
A newspaper fragment advertises a general dealer and bottle merchant H Pinner seeking to buy all second hand goods. The notice claims to purchase poultry, melons, pumpkins, motor tires, batteries, old iron, furniture, leather, and more. It presents itself as a payworthy sweep of items for sale.
Patriotism dominated the Caniram send off as the community bid farewell to the departure team Australia. The ceremony featured speeches by leaders including D. Branshaw and Wulieg, with recitations, songs, and a farewell display of recruits. The crowd praised sacrifice, thanked volunteers, and pledged support for the voyage, even as the event concluded with social remembrances and gifts for the team.
The Waterworks Trustees met Tuesday night with Abe Shepparton Urban Waterworks in the chair. Reports cover extensions, contracts, winter hours, and tender notices from suppliers including Loyd, Murphy, and Foster. The annual session in Melbourne was noted, with payments for light fuel law and railways itemized.
Patrick A Keeving, longtime leader in Shepparton area, born in Baniskillen Ireland in 1840s, arrived Victoria with family in 1862. He settled at Kialla then served on Shepparton Shire Council from 1886, elected president multiple times, married J.P. C M aFICouna of Euroa, later served as justice of the peace in 1907.
A. Heighway, Melbourne, advertises funds for 6 year fractional holdings in Goulburn Valley and Riverina properties. The notice urges potential clients to avoid war or drought risks and states charges are only if business completes. Oldest established butcher, Connbie and Small Goose, promotes cleanliness and civility with old address near Buyers Street opposite Union Hotel Subppanton.
A distorted New York paper quotes the phrase the neutral is the ignominious work of God. It lists lines suggesting murder arson and rape are praised by some when neutral stands. The text debates moral clarity, condemns moral ambiguity, and laments a lack of discernment amid corruption.
A trial held at Mp A on Wednesday October 6 showcased Herbertson's orchard machinery by Daniel Harvey of Box Hill. The one way culvialr plough and single double furrow plough were tested. new designs claim greater efficiency, especially for Lewes work. Commentary from observers noted potential benefits and harness concerns with changing equipment.
Fragmented OCR lists contributors and amounts to the Shepparton District Water Fund. The names include G Furny, Ww. Mita Abernehiy, Davies, J. Giapmou, and W Williamson among others with varied sums such as £10, £26/6 and 21/0. The document records additions and expected disbursements in an official balance ledger format.
Sunday schools at MeMeau Point held a picnic in the paddock of Alex Vor's property with a day of games for children and prizes for older pupils. Rev W L B E O Sullivan conducted the annual report and balance of funds, announcing prize vouchers and books for scholars. The event ended with praise for its success and gratitude to organizers and helpers.
An offer to sewing experts appears in a periodical called "Ladies Journal" from Ulu Publishers for October. The issue promises a free catalogue of 250 pattern designs, a fashion feature on women, and various articles including interviews and design work, with a promotion tied to a wartime female audience.
A partial OCR item mentions a public notice or event in Midpoattan area with references to Mui state and a February timeframe. Readable details are sparse and no full names or dates are confirmed.
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