One of the most thrilling experiences yet untold in connection with the battle against the common enemy last night was the destruction of the property and ...
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Advertising : 12 wordsOn Sunday a family at Neerim North, named Shaples, were burned out, losing house aud all effects. The husband is away at present in West Australia, ...
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Leader (Melbourne, Vic. : 1862 - 1918, 1935), Sat 5 Feb 1898, Page 19
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