The Premier (Mr. Bent) left Melbourne yesterday for Geelong, whence he intends proceeding to Port Fairy, where he will spend the Christmas holidays. Mr. ...
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The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957), Wed 25 Dec 1907, Page 5
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