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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 25, 1916
Page
2
Floods overwhelm Shepparton and surrounding towns as low-lying lands inundate and water rises threaten infrastructure. Residents report rising river levels, disrupted power, and warnings from authorities about continued rainfall and potential emergency measures.
Fragmentary OCR lists obscure names and places with errors. Key entities and places are unclear, but indicate casualty reporting associated with an Australian theater. The fragmentary text references units or divisions and mentions several surnames and locations, though none form a clear event or outcome.
The eleventh annual gathering of the Victorian Scottish Union was held in Bendigo on Wednesday. J Burl Stewart was elected vice-president. JH Gr. Wale, president of the Byony Shire County, announced the council’s appointment of a lifelong abater. A fatal accident near Kerang claimed Mr. Dish, proprietor of the Exchange Hotel, and his wife. The funeral was planned for the following day. Mr. Dish, aged 42, left a widow and three children.
Fragments describe a trial of voluntaryism across regions with names such as Mel havenos Faygon W C Shepparton Dippe A Jay Phala hyan M Wahving Splall Vallangatla. The text is garbled but indicates proceedings and participants across multiple locales.
A notice from the Shire of Shepparton calls a public meeting at Shire Hall Shepparton on Wednesday 27th to discuss forming a local committee to campaign in favor of a constitutional referendum. Local groups are invited to attend and participate.
Military staff clerks examination for appointment and promotion by the Electrical Division of the Commonwealth Public Service will be held on Tuesday and Saturday, 22 November and 10 November at convenient venues. Eligibility requires age between 16 and 30, with priority to those between 18 and 18? or 18 and 40. Applications open at District Headquarters Victoria Barracks and will close with district deadlines. Hawker, Colonel, Assistant Adjutant General, and Military District.
The Universal Service League holds its anniversary event on Tuesday September 26 at 7 p.m. in Ryden Wes. President Madsen of Gunnovence invites attendees to celebrate and discusses contributions, expenses, and the league’s ongoing community efforts.
Valued farm of about 307 acres in Toolamba parish near Mooroopna to be sold by mortgagees by auction at Wyndham Street Shepparton. Property includes 307 acres with improvements, fenced paddocks, yards, sheds and stockyards, riverfront access, all within parcel boundaries. Terms cash with balances in three years at plus interest. option of cash. Auction notice lists solicitors and bidders from Melbourne and local firms.
Local host offers furniture sale and related supplies including pumps, valves, and repair services. Includes details on discounts, vendor names, and contact information for scheduling and inquiries.
Fragmented listing offers eggs for sale and machinery with price hints. Mentions colors Ben bands and fresh needs, with unclear names and quantities. Details are garbled but indicate a local sale notice with prices and vendors.
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