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Newspaper
Traralgon Record
Location
Traralgon, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 05, 1909
Page
3
A fragmented passage describes a private wedding vow exchange and family involvement. It mentions Bethany Wig and a couple planning a holiday gathering, with references to vows, kin, and a home setting at Rosendale. The text is unclear in places but centers on a personal ceremony.
The article recalls a retirement gathering for a clerk of courts named Mr Duke Ve or Du Ve after 25 years of service. Colleagues pledge gratitude for his fair treatment of legal staff, police ties, and public service while noting departmental regulations limit his continued work. Applause and testimonials accompany the tribute.
A two day band contest in Traralgon under the A N branch featured Walhalla Bairnsdale Sale and Traralgon bands. Events included torchlight procession to Mechanics Hall and a program of cornet and euphonium solos, biograph views, and a later afternoon display with pieces like The Liberian’s Booth and selections by J Mundy and F Streeter.
A Gippsland contest in Bairnsdale drew protests over eligibility as Walhalla and Traralgon competed with Bairnsdale for the shield. The Bairnsdale Band won the aggregate after judging included music and marching, with Miss Phillips applauded for accompaniment and thanks extended to contributors and organizers at the Traralgon South picnic and dance event.
District surveys show barns generally fair with many farmers pledging to join the Group and collect goods. E Lane of Gormandale reports fat pigs trucked to the city with noted success, while competition benefits truckers and keeps returns steady despite slight milk declines. Church notices follow.
Entries invited for two trucks of pigs to Melbourne next Wednesday the 10th. Trespass warning issued at Traralgon South with threat of prosecution. Lost horse pony, black gelding branded N near shoulder, four years old. reward offered. Notices about livestock sales and local property listings.
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