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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1921
Page
3
The article covers the laying of a foundation stone for the Gladstone Soldiers Memorial. It notes the town’s tribute to returning servicemen and fallen heroes, praises mothers for sacrifices, and describes the ceremony details including inscriptions, a singing of The Song of Avitrella, speeches, and the presentation of tokens to six mothers.
The Mayor invited Mr RBD Hipholtz to declare the fair open after laying the foundation stone. Preparations for business were complete at Gladstone Street. The proceeds target about £1500 plus prior contributions, with residents rallying to support the memorial effort and the day’s activities.
A village fair fundraiser celebrated a Australian style ceremony to honor fallen heroes. The event included races for boys and girls across grade levels, a band, stalls, and a donations tally totaling 520 pounds 15 shillings 11 pence with funds allocated to a memorial fund and foundation day expenses.
A local celebration praised Australian production and sacrifice, with speakers urging national unity and remembrance. The event featured a luncheon, awards to Nichola and others, and a bustling street sports program in Gladstone Street with varied events and local officials overseeing the competitions.
A charity film show at Town Hall raised funds for a memorial with Mr F Rock and Mr T H Harper contributing music for pictures and dance. After prior misunderstandings, the issue is clarified and locals are urged to support guarantors as renewed generosity follows a November ceremony at Gladstone.
South Australia shifts from pool to free wheat marketing after figures show open market offers outperform pooling. Merchants' 4/10 to 6d above pool values contrasted with new crop bids of 4/9 to 6d f.o.b. The Liberal Leader credits Premier Barwell for securing first-mover advantage and potential gains for NSW farmers.
Georgetown reports preliminaries complete for a November 26 event linked to St Marys B C Church. Officials promise careful planning, favorable weather, and steady progress toward a successful afternoon with Melcjers Memorial H 6s involved.
The Melbourne Argus paragraph argues that keeping wheat price parity for local use may harm farmers and the state. It notes South Australia likely to offer flour by December and Victorian mills risk idle mills and unemployment if November price remains 9 shillings. Observance of the agreement is questioned, urging recognition of better alternatives.
An ad touts Sanders Eucalypti Extract as an unequalled cold remedy for flu bronchitis lung troubles and rheumatic pains. It claims purity reliability and unique curative properties derived from eucalyptus oils and other ingredients.
Thomas Edward Landers and Elizabeth Gillen Butler wed at St. Mark's B C Church Port Pirie on October 20. Rev Father Prendergast officiated. The couple, attended by Blanche Butler, received gifts including a gold bangle as they left for Port Elliott on their honeymoon.
A NZ reader from Anckalad recalls using Sander’s Eucalypti Extract for 42 years since 1876. The letter praises the remedy for neuralgia and general ailments, noting a past experience with a substitute and affirming preference for Sanders Extract.
A rough local notice from MATTHEW ANN and two more cobbers discusses a plan for a fight in a hall on the perk lands. It names rules against older women, under sixteen girls, and belt-violence, with references to referees and “loocifer” matches to precede entry.
A letter to the editor discusses a proposed move to nominate Mr Gale again for the mayoralty of Gladstone. The writer hopes Gale recalls his first term and resists being misled by critics whose main aim is to find fault.
Gladstone defeated Caltowie by 143 to 42 with F Buckenais making 51 and M Rock taking 5 for 6. A standout for Caltowie was L Wayds with 3 for 5 and E Jew top-scoring for his side. In the Geoetown v Spalding clash Spalding won by 133 runs with J Marron not out and boundary-rich innings from GEORETOWN’s Kirkwood.
A demobilized British soldier pursues a London twin sister across America and Europe after losing a charm on a train. He advertises in the Times, travels from Chicago to New York and Vermont, and follows a circuitous quest to find her, aided by a cast of literary figures and a vivid America Britain theme. The tale blends romantic adventure with brisk dialogue and a satisfying ending.
A fragmentary line hints at a shift from strangers to family ties, portraying a bond labeled as sweet familiare rather than distant sweet strangers.
The report from Port Adelaide lists December events with results in hurdle and steeplechase divisions. Masters and horses such as Medora and Kensington feature in the described races, with references to other runners and placings in first and second divisions.
Fragmentary letter from J H Fraps to Mesrs at Gladstone complains about July delivery and asks for fit comfort and lost orders. Mentions Mr Barclay reviving a previous claim and seeks remedy in a country downs and other noted details.
Ambiguous old text urges S A Farmers Union shareholders to consider insurance through the Adelaide office. It implies benefit in avoiding personal cash calls and highlights trust in the union's company for insurance needs during a financial lapse or sale, with calls to contact Adelaide for guidance.
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