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Newspaper
Traralgon Record
Location
Traralgon, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 10, 1901
Page
3
War era dispatches describe Boer and British movements near Ermelo and the Transvaal, noting generals Botha and De Wet, mobile columns, and expected coastal and inland operations. Reports indicate fortified positions, planned rapid sweeps, and crowding efforts along magistrate routes as the conflict intensifies.
A described case warns parents about teen girls and health issues linked to anaemia and weakness. Doctors note improved condition after blood-related treatment, while a separate local incident reports dangers from tipped docks and ongoing weed control efforts to protect the street scene and residents.
A Danish dairy market overview describes how Danish butter is marketed, priced, and inspected for quality. It notes weekly price fixes by the Copenhagen committee, direct sales to England, and the preference for high quality with limited preservatives. It contrasts Danish practices with Australian and Victorian butter.
A Friday accident on Happy road into Valhalla saw Hammill’s wagon laden with wood slip at Cook’s corner. The wagon and horses plunged about 70 feet into the creek, one horse dying from injuries and the others severely hurt. A spectator reports a gruesome scene as the wagon toppled and entrails were exposed.
Morwell and surrounding districts report a quiet cattle market with limited buyer turnout. Prices ranged from £4 to £6 19s for steers and £2 to £7 4s for cows and heifers, with good lots sold at full rates. Yardings were moderate across Traralgon and Drouin, while a late clearing sale near Weyfeld drew strong attendance and solid demand for dairy cows, bullocks, and springers.
Fragmented advertising and notices including a Chamberlain cough remedy testimonial praising health restoration, stray job ads for milking and general wares, and farm notices about grazing paddocks and livestock losses. Mentions Russia England tensions and Toongabbie locations with minor hindrances to merchants.
Entries close with Secretary at Club Hotel Traralgon on Saturday December 10 p.m. Handicaps to be declared Friday December 20. Bookmakers registered by Me Et Weight. Light refreshments on ground. Concert in the evening. Admission to course adults 1 shilling vehicles 2 shillings. Three minutes walk from the railway station.
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