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WW1 Australian Serviceman Joseph Nalder Pte. 2914 Supreme Sacrifice d. 18th October 1917 result of wounding in France. Died in War Hospital at Warrington, Lancashire, England. Age 44. Buried in Warrington War Cemetery, England. An early pupil of Towaninnie State School, he farmed at Lalbert, In the Mallee, Victoria and later at East Pingelly, W.A.

This adds to collection of WW1 Serviceman’s records nationally and locally

Large heavy brown wooden framed photo with gold inset , head and shoulders photograph of WW1 soldier Joseph Nalder in army uniform, cap with rising sun . Black and white rectangular photo.

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First name entry for SHOW ROLL - 1885. Final entry 2017 when Wycheproof A & P Society disbanded.

A representation of a local organisation that began in early settlement days and continued for many years.

Large Roll with names in gold lettering. Columns with Headings YEAR, PRESIDENT, SECRETARY 239 listings for Wycheproof Agricultural and Pastoral Society - A & P Society.

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A.N.A at Wycheproof opened November 24,1885. Later it became Australian Unity.

Photograph with brown timber frame. 1929-1932 twenty-six Australian Natives' Members: Bill Dawson, Jim Carlyon, George Arnel, Ernie Dawson, Les Williams, Herb McCoy, George Sanger, Bob Ramage, Das. McKellar, Charlie Payne, Alf Poole, Bill McGillivray, Bill Jones, Les Parker, Bob Reade, Con Taylor, F.Mannix , Bert Locke , Fred Golder, Clem Rogers, Jim Robertson , Eric Taylor, Keith Pym, Harold Harbour, George Atkinson, Angus Brown.

When the local Wycheproof Masonic Lodge closed the Honour Roll was hung in the Wycheproof Court House.

A unique plaque believed to be the only one for Wycheproof with these two servicemen's names being members of the Wycheproof Masonic Lodge.

Large polished wooden Honour Roll WW11 with columns and arch surround named in gold leaf. Heading - A.F & A.MASONS OF VICTORIA. WYCHEPROOF LODGE NO. 181. Members who paid the Supreme Sacrifice WW11. Brothers: O.T. HETHERINGTON J.L. WARNE

FOR GOD KING & COUNTRY

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Karyrie is a rural location in Buloke Shire, Victoria.

One of a few Historical remaining items from the hamlet of Karyrie, Victoria.

Fifteen men listed- returnees WW11. Silver inscriptions on metal attached to varnished wood.

A THANKSGIVING TO GOD /FROM THIS CONGREGATION /FOR THE SAFE RETURN OF OUR MEN WHO FOUGHT / IN WORLD WAR11 1939-45 . J. Lee; I.Kerr ; A.McDougall ; R. Gaylor; A.Gaylor; J. Tierney; W.A. Allan ; A.L. Allan; A.N. Allan; R.W.Allan; R.W.Allan; J.A. Allan ; R.E. Allan; D.McQuinn ; Rev. A.Boag

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One of the few remaining items from the hamlet of Karyrie near Wycheproof, Victoria, Australia. The memorial plaque links family tragedy to world conflict. It represents the impact such events had on small communities.

Varnished timber, rectangular shape with script : ERECTED TO THE MEMORY/OF OUR MEN / WHO GAVE/ THEIR LIVES IN THEIR DUTY/ TO GOD AND EMPIRE / IN THE GREAT WAR / 1914 -1919. Eight names engraved in black text on metal.

Rev. A. E. Goller; Denney A. ; Hunter M.C. ; Kelly E. ; Kerr A. ; Kerr J. ; Lee, G.R.; Williams E.

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In 2019 Wycheproof has a Rifle Club. This Historical item records locals of the Rifle Club back circa 1914 who served in WW1.

Members of Wycheproof organisation - Rifle Club who served in WW1

Wycheproof Honor Roll - Rifle Club made of varnished wood with two panels and a triangular pediment. Text in gold. U.K. and Australian coloured flags . Two crossed rifles in pediment section.

Twenty names - four with Supreme Sacrifice markings. See Media section (photograph) for all names.

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Thalia is a small district a few miles west of Wycheproof.

Record of WW1 veterans' contributions from small district - Thalia, Victoria.

Large wooden Roll Of Honor. Decoration of wooden sword attached each side. Under Heading ROLL OF HONOR (note No letter U in this word heading), is a raised wooden wing. HONOR ROLL is in 3 columns- SCHOOL ROLL; IN HONOR OF ... ; DISTRICT ROLL. 23 names on Roll Of Honor.

The 23 inscribed names can be seen on the photo which is in the Media section.

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Made to commemorate the WW1 veterans who are buried at Wycheproof Cemetery - for the Centenary of ANZACS

A compilation of WW1 veterans interred in Wycheproof Cemetery - an unique listing.

Rectangular wooden Roll Of Honour WW1

41 names inscribed as on photograph (media section). A. Axton - Albert Axton's name incorrectly added to Wycheproof Cemetery's WW1 Veterans' Roll Of Honour. A. Axton is interred at Springvale Crematorium, Melbourne, not Wycheproof Cemetery.

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When the Fort Cameron Presbyterian Church closed the Committee donated the Honour Board.

Believed to be the only such Honour Board - the original Fort Cameron WW commemoration artefact.

Large rectangular wooden Roll of Honour hanging on north wall of Wycheproof Historical Society with 24 WW1 names of local Wycheproof District - Fort Cameron men who enlisted.

J.FIELDING; C. FIELDING; A. JOLLY; A.McDONALD; N.McDONALD; J.MCFARLANE; F.ELDER; R.T. HASSE; T .YOUNG; T .HARDING; M.HARDING; W. LOOSE; E.LOWE; V.LOWES; J.LOWES; T. ANDERSON ; J.MILLER; J. MILLER; J. STELLE; M. Mc IVOR; T. CULL; E.CAMERON; C. SKINNER; S. KING;

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The Wycheproof Court House Opened 24-9-1890.The Law Department Closed the Court House during the 1980s. The building became the home of the Wycheproof Craft Group and then the Wycheproof And District Historical Society. Financial support from Heritage Victoria enabled interior renovations to be completed in 2007.

This is the only known photo of the Opening of the Wycheproof Court House. It is fragile and precious.

Early days photo of large group of men standing proudly in front of the just constructed Wycheproof Court House in 1890.

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Wycheproof Historical Society in November 2010 co- ordinated and hosted the re- opening of the refurbished Wycheproof Station to great acclaim. The re-opening of the railway station provided a focus on the railway heritage of Wycheproof bringing former railway workers and was supported by Steam Rail Victoria which re-scheduled a train to visit a Wycheproof on the day.

wycheproof is a railway town and its major contribution is recognised

Varnished brown hardwood map of Australia with rectangular bronze plaque inscription in black lettering.

AUSTRALIA DAY AWARD 2012 WYCHEPROOF EVENT OF THE YEAR HISTORICAL SOCIETY. PRESENTED BY WYCHEPROOF VISION SPONSORED BY LIONS CLUB OF WYCHEPROOF.

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Souvenir medals - British Royalty and First Federal Australian Parliament. Earliest date: 1837 - 1901.

Medals of Commonwealth and National significance.

3 bronze medals with red/white/blue rlbbons. Presented to Wycheproof S.S. by Maurice Boyce 1877 -1978. 1. Coronation of King George v & Queen Mary, June 22nd, 1911. 2. Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee1837-1897. 3. Opening of the First Federal Parliament by the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall &York, May 1901.

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Ink used for records at Wycheproof Court House.

Used at the Wycheproof Court House when operational.

Large full bottle of ink. Label- COMMERCIAL BLUE BLACK WRITING INK. Manufactured by Angus & Co. Pty. Ltd. Contents 20 Fluid Ozs.

Artefact at Wycheproof Court House - opened 24-9-1890

It is an artefact from the days when the Wycheproof Court House was operating.

All glass - two ink wells separated by groove for a rubber or sponge; also a pencil groove.

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It's believed that this artefact has been in the Wycheproof Court House soon after the Opening on September 24,1890.

This paperweight is of Historical and Social significance being in the Wycheproof Court House c.1890.

Cedar paperweight with wooden handle set into wooden base. Object - all brownish wood.

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Foundation members of Wycheproof Historical Society - Alec and Betty Denney. Established 1982.

It is significant as it records the founders of the Wycheproof Historical Society which is a local and wider community organisation.

Black and white wooden framed photograph

Alec and Betty Foundation Members Of The Wycheproof And District Historical Society Established 1982

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This plaque recognises the Wycheproof servicemen from State School No1757 who served in the 1914-1919 War. The actual large Honour Roll hangs in the old historic Wycheproof State School building.

This Honour Roll contributes to and is part of the nation's collection of War Records; it is unique,believed to be the only one of its kind.

PHOTO of large Wycheproof School Honour Roll WW1, on wall at the former Wycheproof S.S. No.1757 building - now the Mount Wycheproof Museum. The plaque of solid wood has cylindrical wooden pillars each side of the 55 gold inscribed names - 12 FALLEN servicemen and marked with a +. Raised wooden carved grapes and leaves adorn the top edge. In the centre, on the scroll are dedication words in Honour of the Brave Men From Wycheproof State School. A small wooden cupboard is attached underneath for War Service Records. This photo is in a display Book registered number 02089 at the Court House. Anderson, E. , Anderson, N. , Boyce W. , Bruce R. , Brotherson, H. , + Brotherson, L. , Barker, D. , Beardon, G., Currie N. , Currie, G. , Cutts, R. , Cutts, A. , Chisholm, A. , Cooper, C. , Duckmanton, S. , Dooley, N. , Dooley, J. , Donnelly, T. , Gibb, J.R. +Gregson A. , Hurcules, W. , Hurcules, C. , Hurcules, N. , + Hayes, L. , Hayes, G. , +Hotham, J. , Hindson, E. , Heap, A. , Holloway, V. , Headley, J. , + Kearney, P. , Matheson, H., Matheson, J. , Miles, H. , McDonald, G., McDonald, W., +W., McElphinney, D. , McElphinney, D. , Pratt, A. , + Orrock, P. , + Orrock, A. , + Robinson, S. , Redgen, J. , + Ryan, J.F. , + Slocombe, R. , Stewart, C. , Stewart, R. , Stavely, W. ,+ Sayers, W. , Secombe, W. , Taylor, R. , Tucker, C. , Thomas, R. , Wilson, S. , Ward, P. + Supreme Sacrifice

Anderson, E. , Anderson, N. , Boyce W. , Bruce R. , Brotherson, H. , + Brotherson, L. , Barker, D. , Beardon, G., Currie N. , Currie, G. , Cutts, R. , Cutts, A. , Chisholm, A. , Cooper, C. , Duckmanton, S. , Dooley, N. , Dooley, J. , Donnelly, T. , Gibb, J.R. +Gregson A. , Hurcules, W. , Hurcules, C. , Hurcules, N. , + Hayes, L. , Hayes, G. , +Hotham, J. , Hindson, E. , Heap, A. , Holloway, V. , Headley, J. , + Kearney, P. , Matheson, H., Matheson, J. , Miles, H. , McDonald, G., McDonald, W., +W., McElphinney, D. , McElphinney, D. , Pratt, A. , + Orrock, P. , + Orrock, A. , + Robinson, S. , Redgen, J. , + Ryan, J.F. , + Slocombe, R. , Stewart, C. , Stewart, R. , Stavely, W. ,+ Sayers, W. , Secombe, W. , Taylor, R. , Tucker, C. , Thomas, R. , Wilson, S. , Ward, P. + Supreme Sacrifice

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The first Presbyterian gathering was held in Wycheproof in 1876, this led to the organization of a congregation and the building of a church. The first church was in Charles Street on the north side of the Mount. It served the congregation for twenty years. The new church in Mount Street opened 06-09-1896 and after 115 years the doors closed for worship in 2011.

A building of spiritual and social significance to the Presbyterian congregation and wider community of Wycheproof and District for 115 years.

Small format sepia print taken between 1912-1937of the Wycheproof Presbyterian Church Complex. Designed on early English lines, the church dated 1896 was built of red-brick with buttresses and decorated cream-brick trimmings. The arched windows are glazed in diamond shaped leadlight. The high pitched roof is of galvanized corrugated iron. The Sunday School Hall 1912, of timber construction with feature trim of arched windows and doors and a galvanized corrugated iron roof. The Manse 1909, of timber construction with galvanized corrugated iron roof and fret-work on the space above the verandah. Iron lace decorates the wooden verandah posts. Fencing: Post and Rail.

Kodak print /501

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The Towaninnie Methodist Church no longer exists but on the Towaninnie plains a location sign marks it. In common with many church communities the faithful who met here were very patriotic and their young men were strongly supported when they volunteeered during the Great War of 1914 -'18. This Honour Board once hung on the Methodist Church wall but is now at the Pioneer Settlement,Swan Hill.

The actual Honour Board is believed to be the only one of its type with this listing. This photo of it contributes to and is part of a Local, State and National collection of War memorabilia that honours our servicemen and women.

Wooden framed Roll of Honour photo - Towaninnie Methodist Church listing of 21 local WW1 servicemen. The memorial has a triangular shaped top and features a simple wooden sculpured bottom edging with the gold inscriptions in 2 columns. Hosking,J.W./ Hosking, J.V. / FALLEN Nalder, J./ Smith,W./ Smith, J./ McPhee,W./ McPhee, A./ Holt,D.A./ Jolley,A./ Nalder,J.Q./ Hosking,J.H./ Dashwood,C./ Ellis,P./ Hercules,R./ White,H. / Mead,W.L./ Wilson,B./ Root,E./ Hosking, F./ Ellis,C./ Pryse,R.

Roll of Honour Towaninnie Methodist Church. Hosking,J.W./ Hosking, J.V. / FALLEN Nalder, J./ Smith,W./ Smith, J./ McPhee,W./ McPhee, A./ Holt,D.A./ Jolley,A./ Nalder,J.Q./ Hosking,J.H./ Dashwood,C./ Ellis,P./ Hercules,R./ White,H. / Mead,W.L./ Wilson,B./ Root,E./ Hosking, F./ Ellis,C./ Pryse,R.

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This Honour Board listing of servicemen contributes to and is part of a National collection of Memorials to honour our armed forces. Listed are 49 names of whom 11 are Fallen.

This Presbyterian Church Honour Board is believed to be the only existing 1914 - 1918 Board of its type. It has social and cultural value - and is of local,State and National importance.

Large rectangular solid varnished wooden Memorial has inscribed, in gold lettering, 49 local Wycheproof and District servicemen, 11 of whom are marked Fallen. Below the top edging is some ornate wooden decoration. ARCHBOLD S . / ATKINSON H. / AXTON A. / BOYCE W.G. / BRUCE R. / BRYCE R. / BUCHANAN A.W. / CREELMAN K. / CURRIE A./ CURRIE N.G. / + DENNEY A. / DENNEY P./ DOWNIE J.J. / GRAY A.B. / + GRIFFIN C. M. / HARDING G.M. / HARRISON L . / HERCULES W. / HERCULES C. / HERCULES N. / + KERR J. / KERR A. / MARTIN G. / MARTIN J. / MATHESON H. / MORRISON J.H. / MORRISON H. / McCALLUM H. / McDONALD G. / McDONALD G. / McDONALD G.M. / McDONALDW. / McDONALD W. B. / McKENZIE C.R. / McLENNAN C.R. / McPHERSON E. / + McPHERSON A.G. / McPHERSON A. / + NICHOLLS J.L. / ORR F.J. / +ORROCK P.N. / PRATT A.H.G. / PRITCHARD J. / PRYDE L. / + PRYSE D. / + ROBINSON S. / + SAYERS W.J. + SLOCOMBE R. / UNWIN A.H. / WILSON S. Silver plaque attached reads: Presented by Mrs M.J. Matheson 1919

ARCHBOLD S . / ATKINSON H. / AXTON A. / BOYCE W.G. / BRUCE R. / BRYCE R. / BUCHANAN A.W. / CREELMAN K. / CURRIE A./ CURRIE N.G. / + DENNEY A. / DENNEY P./ DOWNIE J.J. / GRAY A.B. / + GRIFFIN C. M. / HARDING G.M. / HARRISON L . / HERCULES W. / HERCULES C. / HERCULES N. / + KERR J. / KERR A. / MARTIN G. / MARTIN J. / MATHESON H. / MORRISON J.H. / MORRISON H. / McCALLUM H. / McDONALD G. / McDONALD G. / McDONALD G.M. / McDONALDW. / McDONALD W. B. / McKENZIE C.R. / McLENNAN C.R. / McPHERSON E. / + McPHERSON A.G. / McPHERSON A. / + NICHOLLS J.L. / ORR F.J. / +ORROCK P.N. / PRATT A.H.G. / PRITCHARD J. / PRYDE L. / + PRYSE D. / + ROBINSON S. / + SAYERS W.J. + SLOCOMBE R. / UNWIN A.H. / WILSON S. Silver plaque attached reads: Presented by Mrs M.J. Matheson 1919

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This book, in short, is our tribute to the Pioneers of the Wycheproof Shire. Their struggle to establish communities against the backdrop of an immense landscape reflects the confidence and hopes placed in the Mallee but times were not always prosperous.

The many,many changes in our communities in Mallee life over the past years to 1994 have been drawn together in a competent manner by historian Jennifer McLennan.This book at State level is socially, historically and architectually important.

Time,Tide and the Tyrrell has 314 pages; first published in 1994. Its golden jacket pictures 3 wheat lumpers unloading a wagon load of wheat. In the top right hand corner is a sketch of Lake Tyrrell.

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By 1881 Bunguluke was a small settlement as recorded, December 5, in the Charlton "Mercury". It reports that in that year Draper's Store, Hotel and Post Office and residence at Bunguluke North was totally destroyed by fire. For years now there has been little sign of community life with houses few and far between and acreages have gone into larger holdings. The map references land blocks and owners for that era.

This important map shows the local land ownership and local features that existed in 1923.

This is a photocopied black and white map of Bunguluke in the County of Kara Kara, Number L5149. Marked - Photo Lithographed by W.J. Butson 27.2.1923. The details include numbers of allotments, property owners, roads, rivers. The boundaries marked are the Parish of Jeruk, Parish of Wycheproof, Parish of Cooroopajerrup. Wycheproof township location is shown with the Scale of Chains. Bunguluke maps for other years are also in the collection.

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These selections of printed articles and photos recaptures past local events, reflecting our culture and social life.

This collection of local stories and facts of Wycheproof and District have a connectiveness and provide an opportunity to celebrate occasions, remember and learn of the past.

Large white A3 book with 4 ring binder which allows plastic pockets to be added. Includes newspaper items, brochures and other printed matter on various local topics. Mrs Betty Denney's collection is followed by articles collected by other members of the Wycheproof Historical Society.

Mrs Betty Denney's Collection

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Mr Dempsey and family were the first selectors to arrive at Mt Wycheproof 1872 or early 1873. One Dempsey Land Application is dated 15-3-1873.

Factual documents obtained from a Melbourne archive show settler,John Dempsey,securing land at Wycheproof. Several official Lands Department correspondence provides evidence of Dempsey's early land acquisition at the beginning of the town's farming history and settlement from 1872 - 1882.

This is an A3 sized Display book with grey spine. Comprises official Lands Department Papers detailing Mr John Dempsey's Land Applications and acquisition at Wycheproof. Dated documentation is from 1872 through to 1882.Locally researched references give an overview about the Dempsey family.

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Friday, September 28, 1883 was a memorable date for Wycheproof as on that day was the long-awaited official opening of the railway. It was recorded that no less than 23 parishes would act as feeder to the rail line. The Railway Station closed in December 1990 but the building was renovated in 2010 with plans for a community focus and cultural events.

The arrival of rail opened up the Mallee. Local farmers began sending wheat, sheep and wool by rail. Improvements to transport stock was ongoing and the eventual rail extension north of the town, resulted in a well patronised passenger service for years. Railway families and workers added to the culture of the town.

Display Book of A3 size with 20 pockets of Wycheproof Rail information. It includes a collection of newspaper and magazine articles, photos, rail drawings, train calendar, paint colour legend and other rail references.

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This Register records names, locations, addresses of Ratepayers in the Rural area of Wycheproof in 1906.

It is historically and socially significant at a State level as it is associated with the development of Wycheproof and District.

Blue covered book with rectangular shape. Locations of Rateable Property encompasses a huge rural area.

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First recorded Waterboard Rate book for Wycheproof which was then under the St.Arnaud Shire. Early in 1893 the burning question in the north-central area was the possibility of severance from the St.Arnaud Shire On April 27,1894 the Shire of Wycheproof was constituted.

Earliest Rate records for early Wycheproof residents 1893 - 1908 and property owners. Nine councillors elected to represent the new Shire of Wycheproof.

Rate book -St.Arnaud Waterboard records Wycheproof Rate payers for Urban area 1893 - 1908. It comprises Surnames, Christian Names, Trade, Postal Address, Owner, Description and Situation of Rateable Property, Rates per Annum in the Pound and other details.

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This Law Book is dated 23.5.1888 - 22.8.1888 and pre-dates the establishment of the Wycheproof Court House that was opened on September 24,1890.

This early Wycheproof Law register records the types of charges brought against the accused in 1888 such as failure to immunize child, send child to school, pay rates,goods and maintenance,to control pests and vermin, being drunk and disorderly in a public place. Names of Defendants are registered and also the magistrate's findings.

Teal coloured cover with red spine binding.Front cover: Mount Wycheproof Petty Sessions Register 23-5-1888 - 22- 8-1888. This bound volume contains Register of Convictions, Orders and Other Proceedings in the Court of Petty Sessions at Mount Wycheproof in 1888.

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Celebrating 125 years of Railway in Wycheproof

The 28-09-1883 was a memorable date for Wycheproof for on that day the long-awaited official opening of the railway took place. It has been serving the district since then. In this booklet individual rail workers are acknowledged in a listing.

Booklet of 14 pages - size A5. Sepia front cover photo depicts steam train hauling rail trucks up Broadway, Wycheproof, with early buildings and horse- drawn carriages showing. Back cover: Wycheproof Railway Station in its early beginnings - undated. Booklet celebrates the renovation of the historic Wycheproof Railway Station and 125 Years of Rail in Wycheproof. Chapters include: The Early Days, The Arrival of Rail, The New Century, Bulk Wheat and Million Bushell Silos, Railway Families and Workers, The Last Chapter , A new Era Begins.

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