Tragedy in Solomontown Sparks Inquest Findings
A man, Francia George Fletcher, attacked his wife with a razor near the Solomontown main road then cut his own throat, dying at the scene. Mrs Fletcher died at the hospital that night. Coroner's verdict found the husband killed himself.
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Solomontown
Measry
T. C. Simpson
Francia George Fletcher
Port Pirie Wear
F. H
Bimpson
J. Ww
Bolomontown
Fletcher
Mra Fiestcher
Mra Fletcher
Angaston
Wakefield St
Adelaide
Brompton
Ful
Mia
Fiatcher
Noel Webb
Bsub
Rolland
Frencia Fletcher
Ian
Tee
Frank H
Sim
Er A Eee
Bindtoaiths
Weskenin
Ead
Bovey
Inspector Rolland
Spa
Emery
Frank
Dean Dawson
J. W. Ullman
Feraed
Lemmy
Hin Vardict
Andryes
Francis George Fletcher
Dawson
Simpson
Francis Fletcher
Poetry from the Front Amid Rain and Mud in France
A World War I letter from Corporal R. W. Riches, stationed in France, writes a rough poem as a personal safety valve. He describes rain, mud, danger, and longing for home while acknowledging the war's persistence and his mixed feelings about service. He asks for a long-awaited letter from loved ones and reflects on absent mail and camaraderie.
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R. W. Riches
Mr Riches
Gladstone
France
Hutter
Proclamation Calls for Immediate Military Training Compliance
The notice urges all liable individuals who have applied for military service to withdraw claims and inform Military Registrars they can begin the 80 day training, with training starting by February 1, 1917, and requires employers to withdraw exemption claims for their employees to allow 30 to 86 day training now. Those with outstanding exemption pleas should also withdraw and notify Registrars when ready to attend camp, with training to start no later than February 1, 1917.
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Continenes
Tery
Gladstone Council Minutes and Resignations Friday Meeting
Gladstone Corporation meets Friday November 17 with the Mayor and councilors present. Resignations of Cr Grubb Maat Ward and Cr Humphria West Ward are noted along with allowances for weed poison hay permit and tar cart. Finance approves the pay sheet and accounts. steps to fill vacancies include appointing Town Clerk Mr Badge as Returning Officer.
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Cre Gale
Quinlan
Hann
Growdee
Cr BR
F. Hamphria
Maat
F. C
Cr Quinlan
Cr Gale
Cr Grubb
Cr Grinced
Cr Humphbria
Cr Hanon
Growden
Dre Grubb
Humphria
Mr Badge
Strawberry fete boosts Girls' Friendly Society funds
The national strawberry fete and sale of goods organized by the Girls' Friendly Society drew a large crowd. Archdeacon Nash formally opened the event, praising the society’s worldwide work and urging members to bear one another’s burdens. Volunteers hosted stalls with berries cake ice cream and flowers. proceeds of £41 6s 3d, after expenses, will be shared between the Society and the Red Cross fund. A music program and evening dance capped the event.
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Archdeacon Nash
Christ
Edith
May
Mra. Winkler
Misses BE
Fox
J. and
L. Sedunary
Mra. Schmidt
Miasee L. Sedunary
H. Boohm
G. Jeffery
L. Lines
E Barrett
F. Goss
Migres
Devine
D. Norman
R Creber
Ivy Barrett
N. Stephens
Creber
Spurling
D. Pinch
A. Creber
R. Clarke
Society
Red Cross Fund
Yangva
Red Cross Funda
Yangya
J. Growden
Raymont
Gladatone
Laura
Caltonie
Strawberriea
Mesdames Smelt and
Mesdames
Meadames Robblach
Sandow
Mies Williams
Dalkey
Dalkey School
Red Crorn Funda
Mia McEwir
Shea
Balaklava Y.M.C.A
Red Cross Society
District Council Meeting Gladstone 1916 Nov 18
The Gladstone district council met November 18 1916 with the chairman Cra Henslip and members Blesing Humphrir and the clerk. The overseer's report and pay sheet were read and approved and accounts amounting to 128 11 were passed. A repatriation Day proposal for January 31 was endorsed and the current year rate set at one shilling in the pound on the assessment.
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Cr Humphriz
Heeaslip
Origin and drift of the word khaki in British service
A Toronto letters writer traces khaki’s origin from the Deccan dye used for stalking game. He notes English officers wore white then brownish garments and the native scouts named the color to suit plains camouflage. The word reportedly shifted to khaki after reports in the Bom bay area and with later confirmation by officers in India.
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G. W. Winckler
Toronta
Canada
BX & Cacman Meade
Deccan
Bom
Bosk Aheosia
Oki Il Rae
Bom Ia
Hogan
Zeerend
Hipward
Mr. J. Bimpeon Ind
First Load of New Season's Wheat Delivered to Dalgetys
The first load of the new season’s wheat, 40 acres, arrived at Port Pirie for Messrs Dalgety. The Gluyne variety is estimated at 20 to 22 bushels per acre with a weight of 624 pounds. Last year Kir W E Martin of Talowie sent the first load to Dalgetys on September 30.
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Messrs
Dalgety & Ab
Port Pirie
Rogi
Monaster
Spain
W.H. Pennington
Parachimne
Henrik Sienkiewicz
Adelsids
T. Poole
Narracoorte
Mr. Wade
Port Fairy
Jagat
A. G. Pendleton
O.M.G
Ista
Mannix
Sander's Extract Promises Health Benefits Despite Eucalyptus Risks
An 1916 Melbourne report highlighted dangers from common eucalyptus extracts. The ad touts Sander's Extract as safe and effective, claiming it prevents meningitis and infections, eases wounds burns and pains, and treats colds bronchitis and neuralgia. It emphasizes refined preparation and absence of harmful effects, urging households to keep it on hand.
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Melbourne “Age
Sander
Crop damage and strawberries aid Red Cross funds
JUR reports drought and rain harming crops with smut and flooding risks across Yangva and nearby towns. A Yangya strawberry fete raised £25 for the Red Cross, while other notes praise local officials and a farewell for Georgetown postmaster Schnooke as communities share updates.
Allies recover monastery as new moon arrives
A chaotic miscellany notes military advances by Britain and France and recovery of a monastery by Allied forces. It records political activity with municipal nominations on Saturday the 25th, while other items cover rail strikes, deaths, and varied curiosities from 1910s era references.
New Idea in Dress Sets Fashion Limits
The Reed Journal discusses a proposed fashion standard that would limit whiteness of dress and promote universal lines and shades. Authors argue the plan would save time and money for manufacturers while maintaining charm and appearance, contrasted with potential hardship. Notable contributors include Mrs. Hoghen, Miss Loara, and Madame Mella.
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Reed
Anaes
Monsy
Iam Hoghen
Misnis Loara
Madame Mella
Ema
Ballon
Balaklava Camp Quietly Reduces Roster with Exemptions
Over the last week Balaklava camp saw a drop as men completed thirty days and many received exemptions for harvest or urgent business. Last Thursday many departed while arrivals continued, cheering Major Longmuir at the railway. The camp was praised for its treatment, with religious and musical entertainments held by Rev. F Bullock, Miss Bullock, A Frayne, L G Stone, and D W Leitch boosting morale. A small brass-band nucleus formed, though a month limits their growth.
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Balaklava
Longmuir
F. Bullock
Hymoe
Miss Bullock
Bullock
A. ¥. Frayne
L. G. Stone
Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Claim Permanent Cure
A reader testimonial touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills curing chronic backache and kidney trouble. The narrator credits six bottles and urges others to seek the remedy from reputable sources.
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Dean’s
Doan
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