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Newspaper
Talbot Leader
Location
Talbot, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1917
Page
2
On December 1, in Halla rat street Talbot Grnos the dearly loved fourth daughter of Mes L and the late W. Ramsay. This notice respectfully shares the family’s loss and honors her memory.
The family of the late Mrs W. M. Rackton of Talbot expresses gratitude to friends in Caralulup Evansford and Talbot for sympathy and cards after bereavement. Despatch dated Talbot 14th December 1917.
Mrs Lumb of Talbot has word from the Defence Department that Private C Lumb, previously reported wounded, is now listed as missing. A charity band concert at Talbot Public Park on December 23 supports the Red Cross Society. Keighrey, from the relieving staff, now oversees Canada State school.
The Talbot district records deaths Private N A Ross killed in action on May 4 1917 and Grace Ramsay funeral details. Also notices on Christmas excursions railways 1917 1918 water by law and local council condolences for Mrs Nicholls and Mrs Gray. Fire brigade meet and public works remarks give local civic detail.
A Mower sale gifts and concert supported the Educative Department fund for retired soldiers. Amherst's Town Hall event drew strong evening attendance, with the Maryborough Citizens' Band performing, company stalls lively, and clear proceeds surpassing £26. An after-event dance concluded the effort with speeches and thanks from organizers.
In Melbourne a crowded meeting backs the government plan for wartime conscription. Sergeant M Mahon urges a Yes vote to reinforce troops at the front, arguing universal service and equal sacrifice. Opponents raise casualty questions and call for more information before voting.
At Talbot A.8 A. Hall supporters and opponents of the conscription proposal attended a meeting led by Mr Sohirunscupied and Sergeant M'Mahon. The discussion touched on liberty, the front, and the soldiers’ stance, with a majority reportedly backing the government plan and a pledge to vote yes.
Evansford reports a visit by Sir Alex and Lady Peacocke ending with a ceremony praising wartime service. George Gorda of Pariebrook presided as plans for a community work program were announced and guests were welcomed by local ladies as refreshments were served.
On Koforatulum Day December Thursday afternoon ten to be provided at charge for patrons. Proceeds go to the society with cakes and stalls on the day. Maryborough Chisany rags band to give a gal fee. Details via circulating hambills next week. Appeal for Fags met with satisfactory response. house holders urged to save old garments for future consignments. Votes passed to AN.A. for donation of £338. Boxing Day Sports Committee pledged £5 9s. ladies to assist in tea rooms and lolly stall.
The piece touts GENUINE SANDER EUCALYPTS EXTRACT claiming protection against infections and numerous ailments. It cites Melbourne Age 1916 poisonings and urges use by households, praising its antiseptic, curative powers and Gun der's refined preparation.
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