Belfast and Koroit Steamship Co Half Year Meeting
The Belfast and Koroit Steamship Co Ltd held its annual general meeting at Port Fairy. Proxies totaling a large sum attended. the balance sheet showed a loss for the half-year ended February 29, 1916, with earnings after depreciation about £7049 and profits transferred to depreciation and contingencies funds. The chairman noted an reduced half-yearly earnings due to freight rate increases and the Batman collision incident affecting coal costs and other expenses. The board resolved to pay the mortgage on the company’s freehold and retain profits for reserves, with staff praised for their service. Major Kell spoke for the directors and the meeting closed after approving the officers’ reports.
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Port Fairy
Thureday
Belfast and
Korn Steam An Ow, Ltd
Hm-Wear
Balaneesheets
Casano Hein
Theneerdopel
Irman
Guyett
Warr
Melbourne
Major Bell
Ous
Bitle
Guveldt
Epee
J. Grey
Consos
Ian
Kell
Ett
Oddfellows Lodge Installs New Officers at Panmure
At a Loyal Pantre Oddfellows meeting in Panmure a new member was initiated and officers were installed. Grand Minerva Bow and other officers including Mathiesen Nag E. Wight B. Chisett guardian E Unwin treasurer K Wright secretary Newman were named. The installation was led by PG. Bro. Worsdell, who has served as secretary for some time, amid high sentiment and regard for the lodge’s past.
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Thureday
Oddfellows
Pantre
Worsdell
Worsdel
Bro
Murnane
Pg.m
Perilous Gunpowder Fuses Averted By Swift Seaman Heroics
A seaman aboard a vessel extinguished a burning gunpowder fuse by burying it underwater after a shell fell through a port. The scene recalls how quick action can avert disaster, as other sailors work to ensure the fuses do not ignite the charges. A separate railway-navvy tale notes a lone man saving many by fighting flames on a blasting charge near a shaft, just as the ropes and rescue attempt unfold amid danger.
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Bcotland
Nelsons signals and orders shaped crew command at Trafalgar
The article notes Lord Nelson used signals to designate acting officers when others failed or were incapacitated. It highlights his practical leadership, preferring decisive action over idle drills, and his tendency to minimize superfluous orders while maintaining strict cleanliness and readiness aboard.
Moon Weather Foresight Chronicle
A fragmented weather guide notes that a doll-like moon signals rain while a single halo suggests a storm and a double halo foresees very boisterous weather. High moon implies cold, low moon warns weather. changes with wind in the east predict bad weather. bright moon and clear days imply fine weather in the future.
Fragmentary note on gender toughness and behavior
Fragmentary OCR text argues about the Hardy Sex and claims women are tougher than men. It contrasts reactions to cold and sickness, suggesting men are weaker. The passage is incomplete and garbled with stray phrases about sending a man to a dance and unclear context.
Fragmentary Note on Danger and Salty Noma Poem
A garbled OCR fragment discusses danger and a mention of salt and a poem titled by scarlet Poe noma ip gre. It is incomplete and presents few clear facts, with several unreadable words and misreads. The readable parts reference danger and a possible poem or author name in a jumbled form.
Port Fairy Borough Council Correspondence Review
The Port Fairy Borough Council discussed correspondence from public works and health officials, including railway route objections, inspection reports, and proposed blue metal crushing operations. Parks and weed control updates were noted, urging occupiers to destroy noxious growth along the foreshore and Beach Street.
Chilblain description and treatment terms from old text
Fragmentary 19th century note defines chilblain as slow inflammation of skin on hands or feet with swelling and itching. Mentions remedies or preparations, but the fragmentary OCR lacks clear product names or instructions. No dates or places are provided.
Council Debates Parks Veto and Route Review
The council voted on parks funding and a suggested £30 check on expenditures, plus a call to survey townspeople for the best railway route via independent public opinion. Reports note salary deductions for Avery questioned, with a motion to pay for time off approved after debate.
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Senbion Ta
Regent Street
Cof Ee Ager Ag
Railway League
Garett
Hhe
Moor
Farmers’ Convention
Meffeth
McLellan
Toma ¢Ierk
Avery
Melbourne
Counel
Gray
WeBeth
Daghey
Pized for and Months 3 per cant per annum
Fined for 13 Month user. Fined for 34 Months 4 per cent. F. c. a.
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Endorsed For Children
A historic note extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe for children and effective for coughs and croup. It highlights its trusted value, ease of use for adults and children, and broad availability through chemists and druggists.
Fourth Film From The Words Film Corp War in Finance
A bold film release prompts focus on finance warfare as the dollar mark looms large in a 5000 foot epic. The plot centers on economic conflict and dramatic scenes designed to captivate audiences with high stakes and vivid imagery.
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the Word's Film Corporation
Tothkes
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Powell & Sons Pty. Ltd
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Australian Gazette
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Urban
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Murray Street
Warmnamtoot
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Earl Barley
Chevesliar
Bert
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Hunter River
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Saltau & Bon Pty. Ltd
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