17 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Zeehan And Dundas Herald
Location
Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1914
Page
1
Reading lists and ads from Launceston show an active week with notices for senate votes and local events. Advertisements boast furniture sales and household goods while racing results highlight divisions, handicap races, and upcoming meetings at Launceston and nearby tracks with mentions of Adelaide guineas and other events.
Victoria defeated New South Wales with a final tally close to three to four in a recent inter state hockey contest. The game featured notable plays by key team members and reflected strong defense on both sides.
The report details a confusing mix of golf results and related sports notes. It mentions VicTORE and Me Hennrpe in matches, a third set with dramatic actions, and various venues and players, with irregular wording and multiple sports references intertwined.
A bustling sale advertises wholesale prices to move stock. Items include black crinoline, white Beaver hats, plastic skirts, girls ski outfits, boys woolen scout rupes, ladies blouses, curtains, bed serge borders, rammed hats, and Norfolk suits with prices ranging from two shillings to nineteen shillings, urging quick purchases.
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