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Newspaper
Yea Chronicle
Location
Yea, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 13, 1917
Page
3
Items report council curtailing works to save cash, discuss day labor protection, and oppose rate increases. Debates cover compulsory voting, postal parcels for expeditionary forces, tax data, Red Cross fundraising, and railway service restoration amid coal shortages.
The third gasual meeting of the Yea Branch of the Red Cross Workers Society was held in the Council Chamber Friday afternoon August 3. The report and balance sheet for the year were presented. Members contributed during winter months to assist brothers in need, with Christmas boxes sent to the trenches. A local Comforts Fund was created and funded by donations from the Win the War Committee. Parcels, sacks, linen, beds, cushions, and kits were sent to the trenches and hospitals. Boy Scouts aided by delivering parcels. The balance sheet shows income from Red Cross books, wool and socks, and other items. new officers were elected to head the committee.
A Flowerdale burglary case sees Henry Douglas, 31, charged with stealing a purse and notes from Miss Andrews. The charge was reduced to larceny after a valueless cheque withdrawal, with Douglas pleading guilty. Evidence includes a police interview, forged envelope, and a signed confession stating the purse contained £3 10s. The case references Brady and Miss Brady, with proceedings led by Saint-Inspector Crooks.
Inquiries show a Sunday schedule with a 11 a.m. confirmation service and a 7 p.m. prayer or evening service. A 3 p.m. event is listed with Bev G Mann. Reading appears garbled but references Garatta Presbyterian Church and a Lowestone mention.
A damaged wartime letter thanks the local Trench Fund for a parcel sent through Mrs J W Dunlop. It recalls Mesines Ridge fighting, lists wounded Jim Collins and Snodgram on leave, and praises Yeas boys’ sacrifices as they endured heavy shells and difficult maneuvers.
Letters from Private Dan Wentworth recount life at war front in Feanne Australia like spring. He hopes home news reach family, notes Jack’s death, thanks God for health, mentions shelling towns filled with women and children, and plans a grave marker for a fallen comrade. He asks family to stay hopeful and care for themselves.
From France Signaller Willoppain writes to Mr T Waddell of the Empire toro. He reports being well and lucky, hopes to finish his current post and return home to Australia. He mentions meeting fellow soldiers, wartime highlights, and longing for reunion, while noting travel memories and his impressions of London and England. He asks to pass greetings to friends and family.
Senator Millen outlines repatriation plan with three main committees created under the Act to aid all returned men. Government will assume responsibility for funds raised, with voluntary groups lifting some burdens while maintaining local help and unity. Generous public response expected to support the effort.
fragmented OCR notes describe a remedy claimed to ease colds croup and whooping cough for children mothers discuss decades of use with sheaf of pamphlets and miscellaneous health claims.
The Minister for Forests reported attention to the cable manager about 3000 tons of wattle bark and extract entering Britain under British control. He noted German market loss, Natal exporters seeking Britain, limited export development in Victoria, and 4000 acres of plantations plus 15 acres of natural wattles. A bounty of £1 per ton was suggested to boost local bark production for tanning.
Lambing is proceeding throughout New South Wales though reports from districts show many ewes dying from dry weather. The prevailing chill threatens losses, with expected mortality near 30 percent in New England. Rain is sought in southern and northern districts as farmers endure harsh conditions.
Readers discuss planting memorial avenues and raising a fund to honor local fallen soldiers. A letter urges pooling £1 donations from about a hundred residents to create a lasting monument at a key crossroads near Station Street. Another contributor defends his job expenses and questions accusations of dishonesty.
Agricultural events are planned in Seymour with shows scheduled across October and November. Organizers emphasize community involvement and exhibitions of crops, livestock, and crafts, inviting local growers and visitors to participate.
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