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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1912
Page
3
Georgetown August notices recount the Browne family of Hill River and Navapar, with details of Patrick Browne’s descendants and a church event. The report covers church and Baptist society matters, local fairs, and community activities amid wet weather and social gatherings.
A Port Wakefield correspondent criticizes Mr. Bohnsack for a disputed report on the Hamley Bridge match. The letter defends Wakefield players, alleges misreporting by Telegraph sources, and calls for a manly apology from Mr. Bohnsack. A reply to the editor is urged, with claims that Wakefield aided by City players while Hamley Bridge fielded locals.
A large crowd attended the Gulngre Public Hall annual event on August 28 with many speakers and performers. Notable attendees included Presidents, Messrs and Misses from local groups, the committee, and Mrs. Webber. The program featured piano solos, vocal turns, and a concluding supper, praised for its organization and lively interludes.
A summary notes liability under the Workmen's Compensation and Employers Liability Act and common law for live stock insurance and related claims. It mentions a cost figure of 27,250,000 with a claims assistant and lists Adelaide Lane B. Westie as manager, with agents in Port Pirie and other towns.
Whippet racing club staged a meeting at the Awstnation Hagia on Wednesday with numerous nominations and heats. Judges included Mevars and We Nolan, while winners praised include Trafalgar in the handicap and Mies Sindy in the midge class. times ranged from 4 to 5 seconds for the sprints.
Bagot Shakes and Lewin Limited report a busy August 20 market at Gladstone with large attendance and keen bidding. Sheep yarded 1,408 with 1,046 sold. prime merino to 21/1, prime wethers to 18/, lambs to 13/6, hoggets to 12/6, ewes and lambs to 0/6. Cattle yarded 78 with bulls to 7 10/7, cows to 26, heifers to 4 10/, store cattle to 1, Pigs include 12 penned. Numerous private buyers listed with numerous consignments including Booynoolie, Gladstone, and Georgetown lots.
Mrs Janet Kirkland died at Balaklava age 86. She and her husband John Kirkland served in South Australia aboard the Joseph Rowing in 1855. They lived in Temora Banter Belt then Port Gawler before settling in Batakinve. Survived by her husband aged 84, two daughters and thirteen grandchildren. Funeral was largely attended on August 21.
A meeting of the Owen Branch of the Liberal Union held on Aug 1 featured remarks from branch president Harkness and others. Speakers discussed government policy in relation to industrial disputes and proposed adjustments to the water supply.
A large gathering at the Heguada Institute on August 22 for the Woorvere District Cont inties of the Likecat Union with Mr J. von Bertouch presiding and vice presidents Messrs GC Nesilin, Robinson, and Cul J. W. Castine. Delegates from Kapunda to Briokliva represented multiple branches including Tarlee and Port Wakefield with plans to elect representation Alynn Leaskol and other district candidates. The meeting discussed plebiscite guidance, loyalty to chosen tickets, and proposed executive council nominations, with support for knighting Sir John Duncan and congratulating Sir Tod Downer and Hon. W. Hwinoord.
The meeting discussed personnel changes for delegates and secrecy of communications, proposed a uniform 10 percent Fighting Fund levy on district assessments, and debated effective voting versus single electorates. A motion to strike a political platform item on voting was carried after debate, with adjournment to the next gathering.
The Hamley Bridge region reports ongoing building with two houses under construction and a large housing demand. Tennis courts receive praise for new surface. The August literary society meeting at Hook Aldridge’s Hotel featured speakers and lively impromptu performances, with Mrs. W. and the president’s wife hosting a notable cordial gathering and supper.
In a testimonial from W. Francis of Norman Street Melbourne a severe backache diminished after using Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. He reports relief after two boxes and praises the medicine as safe for all ages. Six years later he confirms lasting benefit and endorses the product to others with kidney and bladder pains.
The Commissioner of Public Works told Mr. Southwood he would ask the Railways Commissioner about Hawley Bridge and Moonta for higher passenger train speeds. He favored speed improvements and to vest greater speed.
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