Mixed science notes and legends in a century open page
A rambling 19th century digest covers explosive compositions for military use with glycerine and nitro compounds, experiments on wind and weather, a tale of a daring bullfighter, Roman era finds near a castle site, and curiosities from the Royal Geographical Society. It also reports on lightning effects, a clock stopped by a lightning bolt, and a Scottish anecdote about an aging laird and marriage costs.
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AL Rotel
Fludill Observators
Staumer
Hoteb
Tancred
Ywentone
Eir- Hot Wiceh
Royal Geographical Society
Bebin
Jerdon
Gedun
Gordon
Shiel Gimorrs
Egils
Profesor T. Trowbridice
Ot Garrard
Dade
Ervist Hartwig
Samberg Observatory
Prize entries for Shire Hall procession prizes event
The notice outlines a Shire Hall procession prizes program with multiple classes and prize values, entry rules, judging terms, and conditions. It lists event categories such as most novel character, open handicaps, and a motorized competition with entry fees, deadlines, and steward rules. The schedule includes a procession from the Shire Hall and evening concert with a special train and luncheon options.
Hall of Commerce Bids Begin Amid Unclear Completion
Fragmented report notes commenced business activity at a Hall of Commerce with J. AL JOEL and Melbourne references, mentioning law materials and a trial, but details are unclear and uncertified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall of Commerce
J. AL Joel
Melbourne
Lawlies
Soldiers Letters From Egypt Describe Pyramids And War Outlook
Trooper William Clark reports visiting the Giza complex with a guide. He details climbing Cheops, the Sphinx, the queen and king chambers, and the ancient construction, praising the architecture while noting the harsh conditions and pending troop movements toward France.
All You Need for Indigestion Relief
Mock ill health stems from bad digestion. A few doses of Chamberlains Tablets restore digestion, boost the liver, and regulate bowels to remove the miserable feeling. Sold by W Grant Morton Bacchus Marsh and A Comben Co Werribee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Grant Morton
Bacchus Marsh
A. Comben & Co
Werribea
Melbourne Eight Hours Art Union draws £1000 in prizes
Public charity event at the Town and Country Exhibition Buildings Melbourne on Eight Hours Day Monday 26 April features 100 prizes valued at £1000 led by first prize oil painting £500. Committed buyers guarantee values. winning numbers to be published May 19 in Melbourne papers. Tickets 1d to 2s 6d available from local agents or secretary John Hyman Trades Hall Carlton Victoria.
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Great Pete
Bazaar
ART Union
Chuakities
Melbourne
Bona
Representa
Seccretary
Onder
John Hyman
Trades Hall
Carlton
Victoria
Crisp & Sons
M, Oliver
McIntyre Bros. Tea Gain Sole Agency in Bacchus Marsh
W. Grant Morton secures the sole agency for McIntyre Bros Famous Ghoom Tea in Bacchus Marsh. Tea in perfection at the cost of the culinary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Grant Morton
Bacchus Marsh
McIntyre Bros
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Ad Promotes Home Use
An old advertisement urges mothers to keep Chamberlains Cough Remedy for children's coughs colds croup whooping cough and bronchitis. It claims the remedy ward off illness and advises daily home use to prevent sickness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Melbourne Mail Times and Office Hours Notice
Postal schedule details show Melbourne and nearby towns with mail collection deadlines and office opening hours. Information lists parcel cutoffs, mail dispatch times, and regional connections to Ballan Rowsley Myrniong Melton and Balliang with official times attributed to G. M. Creagh.
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Melbourne
Ealurley
Roweley
Melton
An Melton
Balliange
G. M. Creagh
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