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Newspaper
Traralgon Record
Location
Traralgon, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 23, 1903
Page
3
Fragment describes a local election with references to a vote on boundary changes and a plan to extend a southern spring area. Mentions names and places in vague terms. readable facts are sparse and uncertain due to garbled text.
A damaged clipping records charges and tenders including Christemmen and Fire Brigade board, with totals around £119 190. It mentions A Leans Co sale of stock, plans to auction Mr Wilson's herd at Tra ralgon yards, and notes from the Mulfra Show. It lists packing and scoring details for a show, with manager I Martitt praised for success and various points and totals.
Tyers hosts a village concert at the Tyers butter factory hall. Mr Crowe leads with songs and recitations while Miss Coverdale backs with piano. Performers include Miss Jeno, Mabel Craw, Mr Duncan, and local talents in a varied program that draws a well filled audience and positive feedback.
The board discussed repairs and improvements to Flynn's Creek and Upper Flynn's schools. Attendance averages were reviewed for the six months, with concern over costs and the need for a decision before Friday. Mr Macdonald advised awaiting the Education Department's guidance before acting.
A reader reports on controversial war notices and court cases involving Mr Mitchall and Mr Hall over fire loss claims in Gippsland. The letter accuses officials of undervaluing claims, praises some witnesses, and criticizes the railway department for unequal settlements and alleged improprieties.
Notice to all concerned that accounts owing to me in connection with my late business must be paid by November 4, 1903. Fair payment expected. Legal proceedings will be immediately instituted for their recovery.
A meeting of delegates at Torys hotel on Wednesday elected W Hewett as chair. Delegates from Traralgon Moe Warragul and Darum discussed arrangements for a trophy competition with teams playing rounds of eight players, seven shots, two fighters, and a two mile to distance format. Schedules show round dates through March with byes noted for several clubs.
Means Shews and Patterson report a good yarding of cattle at their weekly market at Warragal on Thorning 5th. Dairy cattle sold readily at prices well above recent levels. Strong demand for quality stock. buyers showed solid appetite for top quality dairy beasts.
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