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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 01, 1909
Page
2
A man suffered six years with eczema and avoided outdoors due to air. A claimed cure known as cuti cura proved only remedy. The report also states ringworm on a girl's arm was cured by the same treatment.
A patient reports six years of facial eczema improved by Cuticura products including three cakes of Culicura Soap and Cuticura Ointment with Cuticura Headly ointment. Despite doctors and a chemist’s efforts, permanent cure eluded them until a Gutham Ointment box was tried. The notice urges sending for Cuticura Bowl treatment of skin diseases.
An ad touts Cuticura Soap and Cuticura treatments as a great skin cure for babies and children. It claims relief from irritations inflamma tions and other skin problems, offering rest for anxious parents and a promise of relief within hours after birth. It lists depots and distributors.
Fragmentary obituary fragment mentions George Anders and Jamey with dates and places garbled. It references loving memory and a deceased individual with partial lines about stars and loneliness. The readable portions indicate a funeral or memorial notice with personal names and dates embedded.
A reflective piece laments the passing year 1908 and contemplates the future of Australia as a federated nation. It warns against overpopulation and urges vigilance against foreign threats while praising the nation’s maritime strength and prosperity and invoking the guidance of a higher power.
An early 1900s tone asserts Australia’s prosperity tied to abundant land and irrigation, welcoming European migrants to prevent a supposed black invasion. It lauds a flourishing public affairs, confident federation by late 1909, and a bright future with new settlers and legislation.
The local note reports Bathurst’s hottest day reaching 90 degrees in shade and mentions the vaudeville company’s encore filled show last night. It covers sanitary concerns over a dead dog, Sunday drinking opinions, and the death of Mr I C Gower at 77, with his funeral set for this afternoon at 4 o'clock.
A London message details Messina and Reggio disaster effects with thousands killed or missing. Rescue work by British ships, Rome and New York aid, and ongoing fires underscore the catastrophe as officials estimate vast casualties and intense humanitarian need.
Fragmented OCR text mentions earthquakes and ponies in towns with scattered cables. Names appear garbled like Howald Monteleone Cotazaro Messina and Halletoy Di. The passage references a regimental unit and a warning issued last month.
News recounts Calabrian tremors from 1905 to 1908 with multiple shocks in Monteleone Messina Catanzaro Reggio Naples and nearby towns. It notes 2000 killed in 1906 and mass emigration to America as residents endured repeated disasters.
The Prime Minister and State Governor Kaya received Italian government replies thanking Australia for sympathy after the Sicily disaster. Acting Consul-General Mats tre was addressed about funds for relief in Melbourne papers, with a national subscription proposed to raise funds.
Mr BR W Peacocksk, manager of the Experimental Farm, reports a successful thin sowing trial on a Cleveland wheat block. From one tenth acre the crop yielded 4 bushels 11 lb of seed, estimating 40 bushels per acre. With biblo seed rate of 12 oz per acre the yield rose dramatically, showing 428 times the sown amount and surpassing all prior drought period yields in the Bathurst district.
In Sydney authorities clamp down on boxing events and promoter H D McIntosh says he will stage no more large fights. A spontaneous idea for a J effries vs Johnson bout followed last Saturday's contest and McIntosh is set for a farewell dinner tonight. In Melbourne a cable reports Jeffries refused a £10000 offer to fight in Australia and retire from boxing.
London reports on a disputed boxing confrontation where Burns claims Johnson’s seconds influenced police at ringside while Johnson contends Burns was strong and always had a chance. The Sportsman panel dismisses Burns’ charges as childish and contemptible, and Johnson’s side remains ready to fight again.
George Towns, ex world sculling champion, arrived in Fremantle en route to Sydney and backs Arnst to beat Barry. He says Arnst is likely to win and expects easy arrangements for a two match series between Arnst and Barry.
Trade notice claims all stomach troubles respond to Mito Dr. Sheldons Digestive Tabules priced at 2/6 per tin. Available at Mockler Bros George-stroat Bathurst, 8 Morgan Burraga. Also reports three fires in Broken Hill over Monday night and Tuesday morning bringing yearly fire calls to 360.10.
An orderly Bathurst crowd ushered in 1909 with no disorder. People greeted friends across streets while church services and bell tolls marked the transition. Rail whistles and a brief fire brigade alarm added small drama as greetings and goodwill prevailed.
At 12.15 pm in the G P O area Sydney the new Police Offences Act appears to have curbed disorder as the crowd remains orderly and quiet. Police patrolled in pairs and only a few engaged in minor rowdyism which was quickly suppressed.
The Bathurst district faced its worst season as rainfall in 1908 dropped to 15.89 inches, about 9 inches below average. Frosts lingered into October, crops and grass suffered, and historic six decade records show several very low tenth year rains.
Night of excitement as Sydney entrants travel to contest handicaps across events. Top heats include 38 Yards Junior Wander, Ladies Nomination Handicap features multiple Miss and Mrs contestants, and a 100 Yards Championship of the Western District lineup led by C. Lawford and L. Munday with A. Kelly and others in contention. Sydney handicaps await morning release and relay team entries.
After business at the Police Court, Sub-Inspector Anderson and Mr. McKell voiced good will to the Bathurst district court family. They praised mutual good will, noted improving health of Mrs. McKell, and thanked officials for support and restraint. They urged continued lawful conduct and praised press courtesy.
Mosera and N Talt promote the Royal Welsh Male Choir in an upcoming School of Arts concert promising a premier Welsh vocal display. The group has won ten thousand pounds in open competition, sang before royalty on four occasions, and now embarks on a world tour led by conductor William Thomas. Box plan for Bathurst concert opens Monday at Slade’s for seat reservations.
Bathurst Bowling Club members chosen to represent the club in the match against Dubbo for the Western District Shield will play today at 3 o'clock. Players listed include Gartrell Curtis Edg toy Ehints Mitchell Amon Rigby Golsby Kenniwell Moody Shenferd Curran Emergencies Hayward Patrick. Afternoon tea will be provided and members' lady friends are invited to attend.
Customs revenue at Sydney totaled £14900 with categories listing ales spirits beverages 22816 tobacco and manufactures £92003 textiles felts fur and more metals and machinery 7400. Reports note political shifts in Victoria and Melbourne figures, plus medical ads for Chamberlain remedies and local inquiries into racing accidents.
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