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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1916
Page
2
Begs to announce enlistment occurred on September 2 and practice is suspended until the war ends. The message notes a pause in training and signals ongoing wartime constraints affecting activities.
In Shepparton the October 2 readers weigh a pivotal ballot on a proposed conscription scheme for home defense. The piece argues the issue is grave, urging a national decision on compulsory service and condemning individual interest in favor of collective security, with voices calling for strong national resolve.
A lengthy report from Shepparton details a school examination with about 1000 candidates, 145 successful, noting Callander tops the list and others nearby. It also covers hospital egg week donations to Mooroopna Hospital, amounts raised, and a quarterly meeting led by Rev. Smith. mentions meningitis death in nearby hospital and holiday arrangements for Holy Week activities, plus notes on St. Joseph’s events and enrolment.
Townspeople and citizens urged to vote yes on a national referendum. The text extols farm workers and wheat lumpers to support exemption measures and the country’s honor. Official authorization is claimed by a committee chair.
A summary of a church committee report in Victoria details debate over a proposed policy shift. The General Assembly discussed whether to accept a controversial recommendation and the impact on church unity, with varied opinions voiced by clergy and lay members during May assembly sessions.
A proclamation from the Bedevat Executive orders closing all polls on Saturday for the Commonwealth. The appeal urges Australians to resist German secret agents and vote to keep Australia honorable, defending allies and the nation’s place in history amid the crisis of war.
A chaotic anti conscription gathering drew a large audience as speakers attacked government policy. Key figures, including A te and J e Garey, addressed the crowd while the plan to push a national autonomy stance faced strong opposition from conscription supporters. The meeting ended with calls to push for a controversial October 28 vote and ongoing debates over military service.
Voters across districts will decide on a government plan to fund and guide rural development. The campaign centers on pastoral and agricultural growth, with debates over subsidies and infrastructural support for state schools and farming communities.
An unruly luncheon crowd at the Agrion Show Wednesday disrupted by a formal short speech path, with leads to the debate over State taxation and conscription. Key speakers included the toast of the King and My, J. S. Phillips, Junior vice president, while others debated Australia's manpower and wartime obligations.
Local meeting at Tallygaroopna features Me. OH Coupberi addressing residents on regional issues. Attendees react with cautious optimism as the speaker signals support for a project near Subway 46th and the crowd applauds the sponsor.
A fragmented local page lists church services across denominations including Anglican SHARCH SERVICES and BAPTIST, Methodist, and other congregations. Times range from early morning to evening with notes on sermons, speakers, and venues such as Pine Lodge and Shepparton, plus a brochure reference and multiple pastor names.
Sacred Heart College records show baton examination results for students including Mary Mannix, Mary Ryall, Stasia Quintan, Muriel Ryan, Dorothy Auiderson, Mary Willy, and others achieving various passing grades. The list features names across multiple grades with mentors and tutors noted in period-appropriate formatting.
Fragmented report mentions Feoile Cleary Biwatta Shirt appointment and Local district leaders in Goulburn Valley. Notes on solemn services, university figures, and multiple names including Mr Why Jin Yupgull, Mrs Warburton, and James Molly. references to a fire incident, local politics, and a 28 year old.
The progress results show contestants and scores with names such as Aties and Lowey leading in a Queen competition. Entries include Mia Daleste with a high score and Quan of Anza listed among others.
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