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Newspaper
Talbot Leader
Location
Talbot, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1916
Page
2
The family of Dr Gunmineham expresses thanks for the sympathy shown after the sad loss. Sincere appreciation goes to Malcolm Kent and the Ambroret Hospital nurses, friends, and telegrams, wreaths, and flowers sent during their time of bereavement.
The Talbot Leader condemns the plan to close the Talbot police court next January. It cites 11 months of petty sessions with £69 8s 10d revenue and £22 5s cost, arguing closure wastes public funds and forces residents of Talbot and nearby districts to travel to Maryborough or Avoca.
The debate centers on keeping local court access and water supply intact for Talbot district. Residents argue closing the court forces travel to Maryborough, draining time and rail fares, while the water service faces outages for pond cleaning. Community groups urge council, ministers, and regional bodies to act to retain local rights and utilities.
Rainfall data indicate Amherst November total of 205 points, 40 points above last year. Talbot reports similar figures with multiple entries highlighting station totals and monthly comparisons, while broader regional precipitation records are noted as part of the climate overview.
Doctors advise magnesia puracid stomach remedy for indigestion and dyspepsia. They warn against artificial digestives and promote bisorated magnesia after meals to neutralize acid and prevent fermentation. Genuine bisorated magnesia is available from reputable chemists while other mixes may confuse consumers.
The Talbot Public Library board notes resignations by a committee member and secretary Paterson. A motion to accept the resignation passes with thanks to past services. Library reports show 360 volumes over ten months with 200 attendances and 2 15 shillings income. Subscriptions increased and ongoing fundraising and subsistence plans discussed. The meeting closes with annual meeting date noted and accounts listed as payable.
The newly appointed Bishop of Ballarat Dr Foley paid his first official visit to Talbot on Monday. He was greeted by Shire President and Mr Dowding. The bishop attended St Patrick’s for confirmation of 33 boys and 14 girls from Talbot Evansford and Lexton, receiving an address of welcome from parishioners.
The early months of the year show Victoria’s total imports as a comparative figure against £19,000,000 for the same period. The data also references £19,808,457 for the year 1914, indicating the scale of imports and a historical economic benchmark.
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