Nayda reports son wounded in France
From Caltowie dated October 12 1916 Mr John Nayda learns his son Pte H Leslie Nayda service number 5123 of the 27th Battalion has been wounded in action in France. A Huddle aton social on October 15 bids farewell to Mr and Mrs Cronin long-time district residents.
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Caltowie
John Nayda
H. Leslie C. Nayda
27Th Batt
France
Huddleston
H. Schapel
Cronin
T. W. Thames
Huddleaton
McNeil
A. Smith
A. Thomas
W. Jamer
K. Schapel
M. Seidel
E. McGrath
G. Head
Wakefield
Barossa
Adelaide
South Australia
Gladstone
Port Pirie
Jamestown
Chas. H. Nicholla
Nicholla
E. M. Steen
Wallsroo
M. A. Sanerson
Wilnese —J. Toop
J.P
Victoria Street
Petersburg
A. Moromgt
Shanton Street
W. P. Coxstan
J. McNaughton
Hawker
Chan
J. Nicholls
Mary Aanes Linor
Broken Hill
South Broken Hill
Unexpected and Sad Death at Gladstone
Georgetown reports the death of Mrs E H Speck at Gladstone after a brief illness. She was married to the Bette Bree manager and had served as a schoolteacher. The funeral occurred at Georgetown cemetery with Monsignor Mulcahy officiating. Her loss deeply mourned by husband, mother, sister, and many relatives. Other items note a lecture at Georgetown Institute, wounded district privates J Cunningham and L Myre, and a successful bi monthly Red Cross meeting with wool donations and spinning plans.
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Georgetown
Gladstone
Re Speck
E. H. Speck
Bette Bree
Fowlers’ Bay
Stewart
Sase
Speck
Sistar
Mra Martin Bond
F. W. Morwood
Georgetown Institute
R. J. McDonald
Worwood
A. G. Newman
Matthews
Meedames
McLean
Newman
Nancarrow
J. Cunningham
L. Myre
Cunningham
Eyre
Lea
Red Cross
Mecara W. B. Sandere
Arthur Smallacombe
J. A
No Man's Land in June Described by Port Pirie Soldier
Fine descriptive piece from a Port Pirie gunner in France portrays No Man's Land in June as heat oppressive, landscapes scarred by trenches and shells, with resilient nature reclaiming ruined walls and a field of crimson poppies and yellow blooms. The article blends war imagery with a hopeful note on life and memory, ending with a soldier’s reflective line about being made in France.
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NO Man’s Land
PIRIE
No Man's Land
Port Pirie
France
Australia
Nelshaby
Irene
Planet Mara Near Earth At 86 Million Mile Distance
A note states Mara reaches its nearest point to Earth at eighty six million miles. An observation adds that some men mislead when overburdened by originality and the urge to please.
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Mara
Boarding and Day School for Girls Promotes Health
The notice describes a girls boarding and day school with healthy living conditions, spacious balconies, outdoor sleeping if desired, grounds, accommodations for goats, cows, poultry and vegetables, sea bathing, and information available from the Principal at Glenalg 215.
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Glenalg 215
A Soldier's Life in France from Walter Edwards
Private Walter Edwards of the 5th Pioneers writes from France about heat, crowded stables, shelling, and front-line hardship. He notes Somme conditions, desert towns, and shortages of fruit and supplies, plus humorous anecdotes and references to war bonds and national duties.
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Walter Edwards
Pioneers
France
Port Lirie
Eury
Adustrala
Frite
Fritz
Somme
Adelaide
Verdun
Liberty Loan appeal by Sir John Forest urges Australian support
The Federal Treasurer appeals for Liberty Loan subscriptions to fund the war effort. He stresses the need for men and money, urging Australians at home to support bonding for equipment, maintenance, pay, and hospital comforts for troops. He notes previous loan success and the duty to secure victory for Britain and the Empire.
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Great Britain
Australia
Commonwealth
Balaklava Spring Meeting Sees Strong Attendance and Fair Scrutiny
Balaklava Racing Club hosted a successful Wednesday spring fixture with solid entries and a busy crowd. Seven events yielded competitive fields, led by Avon Hurdle and Balaklava Handicap as totalisator payouts topped £3,922 with notable dividends for each race.
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Balaklava Racing Club
Me Tidswell
Richard
Lamarat F
Ymon
M. J. O'Grady
Horsley
Devron
Girginalg
Robuna
C.J.H
Asparagus
Sander’s Extract Promises Cure All Ailments From Colds To Burns
An 1916 Melbourne report warned of eucalyptus candy poisoning harming about 30 girls. The ad claims SANDEX EXTRACT prevents meningitis and infections, eases ulcers and burns, relieves sprains eczema and more, urging daily use. BANDER’S EXTRACT touted as safe and beneficial for households.
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Melbourne “Age
Bander
Sander
Halbury W C T U Holds October Meeting
The Halbury W C T U met October 2 with Mrs P Andersen in the chair. Since the last meeting three cottage meetings and one prayer meeting were held. Mrs Bartons August visit was appreciated. Barton gave a stirring Prohibition address. Petition forms in favor of prohibition were signed. Four new members joined. Literature was distributed.
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Halbury W
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