25 Jan 1918
Page 1
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Newspaper
Wodonga And Towong Sentinel
Location
Wodonga, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 25, 1918
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR lists names of places and entities around Wodonga including the telephone exchange and several local firms, banks, hotels, Convent, and individuals. The text appears as a directory-like snapshot with scattered towns such as Beechworth and Albury, noting exchanges, banks, and merchants.
General Printing discusses duties of a printing head and the need for up to date circulars and price lists to support newspaper advertising. It mentions ink, letter paper, and proper printing of names for family correspondence, noting adequate materials and utilities for a printing operation.
The excerpt argues that advertising in a town paper benefits business by informing the public and drawing customers. It notes common doubts about ads and suggests that widespread notice, especially through local columns, educates merchants and persuades customers to engage with shopkeepers.
The piece argues printing locally supports the district economy and keeps residents informed about town and district events. It emphasizes that the district newspaper offers timely news, business advantages, and direct value to readers, urging support for the local publication.
A new owner has purchased the business of a Wodonga firm and seeks public patronage through civility and attentive service in the surrounding district.
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