Mr. George Joy has been returned unopposed to the seat rendered vacant in the Bungaree Shire Council by the death of Mr. W. Anderson. Councillor George has ...
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Article : 172 wordsServices in the Churches. Appropriate Scripture Lessons and National Hymns. ...
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The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957), Wed 18 May 1898, Page 6
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