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Article : 109 wordsAt a meeting, of the Victorian Rifle Association held last night, Colonel Templeton in the chair, a discussion took place as to the method of selecting the Victorian ...
Article : 552 wordsAn impudent attempt to impose on the Bank, of New South Wales with a forged cheque was made on Wednesday afternoon by a young man who gave the name of ...
Article : 368 wordsThe fire which broke out shorthly after 4 o'clock yesterday morning at the rear of the Vienna Cafe, Collins-street, caused considerable damage, despite the splendid ...
Article : 272 wordsThe half-yearly meeting of the Commercial Banking Company of Sydney was held to-day. Mr. Edward Knox being in the chair. The report showed that the balance at the ...
Article : 221 wordsA splendid programme of events is provided for the conclusion of the League of Wheelmen's championship meeting on the Melbourne Cricket-ground this afternoon, ...
Article : 221 wordsArrived.—Elbe, from Sydney; Argonant, from Sydney; Oimara, from Melbourne; Loch Ve[?]achar, from Melbourne[?] Lady Elizabeth, from Adelaide; Blackadder, from ...
Article : 59 wordsVery sad news came to hand last evening from Bald Hills, which is distant about four miles from Creswick. Mr. and Mrs. John Daley, with two infant children, ...
Article : 176 wordsThe half-yearly meeting of shareholders in the Victoria General Insurance and Guarantee Company Limited was held yesterday at the offices, Market-street. the ...
Article : 275 wordsBREWARRINA, Jan. 19.—Grass and herbage continue to grow well, and the whole face of the country about here is looking beautifully green. The river although falling fast, will be navigable ...
Article : 246 wordsAt the Collingwood Court yesterday James M[?]e was fined £2, with 5/ costs, for neglecting to have his child va[?]inated. The Hoffman Brick Company, Brunswick, ...
Article : 254 wordsThe recently-elected school board of advice, which includes two lady members, met for the first time this week. In electing a chairman to preside over their ...
Article : 177 wordsThomas M'Gill, of Kororoit Creek road, North Williamstown, formerly produce merchant. Causes of insolvency—Sickness, [?]ad debts, and pressure of creditors. Liabilities, ...
Article : 36 wordsThe board of management of the Hom[?]path[?] Hospital held their ordinary monthly meeting on Wednesday. Present—Messrs. C. Hudson (in the chair), T. P. Carney, C. Pleasance. E. W. Hartsh[?], ...
Article : 174 wordsMessrs. [?]uddart, Parker, and Co. announce that the paddle steamer [?]ygela will leave the Port Melbourne Railway Pier for Sohuapper Point and Dromana at half-past 2 o'clock this afternoon, calling ...
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Article : 162 wordsThe leading house for Boys' and Men's Readymade Clothing. HIGH-CLASS TAILORS. all-wool Sac Suits to order, 55s, 60s, 70s. ...
Article : 33 wordsThe curator of the estates of deceased persons has obtained rules to administer the estates of the following deceased persons:—Margaret Barry, Hulleen-road, East Kew, died 14th January, 1897, ...
Article : 115 wordsThe proprietors of Wolfe's Schnapps will present to every batsman who scores over 50 runs in either innings during the forthcoming match one sovereign, and for every ...
Article : 52 wordsThe leaf of the genuine tea plant.—[Advt.] DEAFNESS and Head Noises relieved by using Wilson's Common-sense Ear Drums. New scientific invention, having no wire or string attached. ...
Article : 55 wordsAsk your grocer for a Coupon, and watch the Amusement Column Every Wednesday for your number. "KANDY KOOLA" Tea is the best obtainable.— ...
Article : 27 wordsBy using NESTLE'S SWISS MILK. It is made from the Purest Cow's Milk only, and strongly recommended by the medical profession. Always ask for ...
Article : 41 wordsSuites in real leather, 9 pieces, £8 15s.; 4ft Sideooards, bevelled plates £2 10s.; 6 x 3.6 Extension Tables, with screw, £1 7s. 6d.; Single Wire Shakedowns, 9s. 3d. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 232 to 244 ...
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The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957), Sat 23 Jan 1897, Page 7
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