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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 23, 1914
Page
2
The headquarters notes export activity and stock expansion for spare parts and motor cycles. Northern agents promote Rudgh Motor Cycles and another world record, while the Dowglas Motor Cycle claims a world champion status.
The Breas' Gags criticizes the Liberal Government for countering the drought across the Commonwealth state and claims their efforts aim to support agricultural producers. It contends some political factions exploit the drought and election timing to sway farmers, arguing the Premier’s House speech last week did not reassure the average farmer.
The government pledges full support to farmers facing drought and credit strain. It will advance funds to replace loss of cattle and milk, supply fodder for horses, and assist those unable to procure essentials. Officials promise decisive action to prevent statewide hardship and safeguard future prosperity.
The Liberal Union plebiscite listed eight candidates for Stan- Ingut District, with Barwell Nicholle Barwell and Nicholle among those advancing. First ballots show Barwell 141 Nicholle 612 Hynote 01 Poltridge 593. Final results declare Barwell and Nicholle elected with near 900 members returning ballots.
The Gladetome Circuit quarterly meeting on Oct 4, led by Rev. A. Hartlett, saw most officers present. Reports note rising Chute membership, £9 income, satisfactory Homes Mission returns, and cheer for Sunday School prep. Neat summaries include a renovated school building, district synod plans, donations for organs, and a November annual fair.
A wartime guide offers sixpence volumes titled Lifes Wise Guide with eight pages of war queries and pictures. It includes essays on battleship power by Dr. Fitchett, the fate of prisoners, and exposes on Sir John French and the Germans. Nos 1 2 5 and 6 4 are available locally this month.
The Erith Mutual Improvement Society and Nantawarra debated on September 20 about extending a road from Long Plain to Augusta. Nantawarra won 208 to 83. A second debate on October 16 at Hogland Young Men's Club saw Erith win 216 to 201 with C E R M Club leading, followed by supper and social gatherings.
War funds update notes acknowledgments and contributions from local groups and individuals. Mentions Hoddionton and Miss Thome with recurring references to hospital relief efforts and ongoing fundraising activities.
In Georgetown, the Rocky River Association opened with a trial of skill between Georgetown and Gladstone at Georgetown. Gladstone won the test and Georgetown batted, ending with Georgetown's 47 run victory. Taylor and Myatt starred with swift bowling and solid fielding as the teams prepared for the next day’s replay at Huddlestone.
The foundation stone of the new Roman Catholic Presbytery at Hamley Bridge was laid by Dr Spence the Coadjutor Archbishop of Adelaide. A large church attendance heard brief remarks praising local enterprise and urging continued support for the building project. A silver trowel was presented, and the event included speeches and thanks from church members and local patrons.
A fragment suggests a hygienic act could curb epidemics of smallpox and diphtheria. It mentions Sander's Eucalypt oil extracts as a preventive remedy, claiming it purifies the throat and mouth to block infection and resist contagion. The text references antiseptic approaches and consumer tonics promoted as antipathics.
A Balaklava public hall gathering on Saturday October 1 featured a well attended Balaklava Teachers Association meeting presided by Mr R T Fitzgerald with Mr P G Doig acting as president. Attendees heard thanks to Mr and Mrs Pearson for hosting teachers and were presented with bound volumes of Scott's poetical works. Mr Pearson expressed appreciation and hoped cordial relations among teachers would continue.
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