Frontoids touted as cures for headaches and liver issues
An advertisement promotes Frontoids as remedies for headache indigestion constipation and biliousness claiming they purify blood tissues and organs and improve liver function. It urges use during congestion headaches and apoplexy threats, notes tests and quick relief and mentions the seller W G Hearny and G Norton butchers with travel plans and services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senit
Cines
Prisel
Preyirietir
W. G Hearny
Guelong
Victoria
Rheumatism and Nervousness in Fitzroy Resident
A resident of Fitzroy reports severe rheumatic and nervous symptoms improved by Clements Tonic after years of illness. The witness details long pain from the neck to the elbow, scarce sleep, heart palpitations, and extreme weakness before using the tonic. After starting, appetite returned, sleep steadied, and nervous agitation eased, with the claimant stating the tonic restored health and spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hlangus
Frankamus
Tams
Sydney
Uae
Clements Tonjo
Chamonte
Clemonta
Gold hunting and the lure of miners in search of fortune
A reflective piece compares miners who pursue gold to prospector types who hunt for wealth rather than accumulate it. It notes that many gold workers drift from mine to mine, chasing rich veins and keeping only enough to live, while the true sporting instinct drives them toward new discoveries rather than saved capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atory
Ahab
Califoenia
Atu
Those Who Do Not Like Us
An essay argues that some people will never like us and that liking is a matter of taste not worth forcing. It urges avoiding forced social interaction and to seek kindred spirits while accepting others without bitterness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ding
Donts For The Eyes From An Old Guide
A fragmented antique advice list warns against eye strain and improper care. It urges avoiding cold winds, bright light, direct sun, underwater activity, and abrupt temperature changes. It emphasizes avoiding reading or sewing with strain and caring for eyes to avoid deterioration.
Ambidexterity Lecture by Sir William Richmond
A lecture on ambidexterity by Sir William Richmond cites Sir Edwin Landseer’s work and claims Spartans trained with both hands. Richmond notes Japanese and Italian craftsmen using left hands, and suggests testing whether Italian children can outpace English children in ambidexterity with similar training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam Richmond
Edwin Lanstesor
William Richmond
Landseer
Snake scare at camp near botanical garden in 19th century tale
The article recalls a nighttime incident at a camp by the Byaney Botanical Garden where sleeping party members woke to a rattling bed. Mr Moore and others rushed to help a man who claimed a snake was in his clothing. The man revealed a chain tucked into his night shirt for safety, causing a moment of alarm and then laughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr Moore
Bya Ney Botanical Ganlona
Caimp
Agani Verdety
Chen
Mackie
Falily & Stey
Hia Dam
Lomat
Abioul
Tow to Discover Counterfeit Bank Notes Revealed
A reader letter laments counterfeit bank notes and asks for guidance to detect genuine currency. The writer urges practical steps and expresses appreciation for any help toward preventing fraud. The text also references tobacco usage statistics as part of a broader editorial discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denrair
Ayrshire and Shorthorn Cattle for Dairy Improvement
The article discusses dairy herd management, stressing meticulous record keeping to evaluate individual cows for profitability and milk yield. It highlights Ayrshire and Shorthorn breeds, noting crossbreeding potential, and cites experiments at a land grant college showing varying milking performance, with record figures like 695.9 lb butter in 23 days for a Jersey cross and other high daily averages, underscoring the need to select cows by proven productive records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayrshires
Gawinnlnng
Mahan
America
Avrstire Con Junie
Ride Jersey
Sh. Daly
Mona
Lavinia
Conditions of cows at calving time in old notes
The excerpt discusses cow management at calving time, noting risks from poor nutrition and disease, the need to prevent thinness, and the challenge of feeding to reach a strong, ready-to-calving state. It highlights laying down grass and hay strategies, variety selection, and long-term development of cows prior to calving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Humber
Soil Nutrition and Fertiliser Guidelines for Farmers
Agricultural notes explain two ways to judge soil needs by crop growth and leaf color and detail nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium roles. It covers signs of deficiency, correct fertiliser mixing, and practical cautions for ammonia and phosphate blends, plus standards for Lincolnian livestock features.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elling
Modern Japanese Maidens and Domestic Roles
Fragmentary text discusses modern Japanese maidens and youths, mentioning family duties, education, and cultural preparation for life. The piece hints at Western influence on customs and expectations for women and men in a transitional societal context.
Selecting Layers in the Poultry Yard
A mid nineteenth century guide stresses careful culling of laying stock and the value of a long body, bright eyes, and comb health. It emphasizes cleanliness, dry well ventilated houses, gradual chick growth, and regular lime whitewash to deter parasites while using carbolic acid to fight mites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holt
Perfort
Tealousy and self hope in daily life and companionship
A reflective piece on jealousy and self worth urging readers to value personal growth. It discusses restraint, charm, and inner strength, emphasizing the role of companionship, faith, and mutual support in improving lives.
Ruby treasures and the 1870s ruby trade in Europe
Fragmentary account describes a ruby market in 1870s Europe with prized dark eyed gems, large stones, and a reported kingly ruby of extraordinary quality. It notes high costs in crown equivalents, limited exports, and European interest driven by rarity and beauty. Mention is made of a London exhibition and Queenly praise, with scarce details on buyers and exact prices.
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Europe
Bagand
B Streeter
London
Kinea
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Culati
Stetlo
Price, Three Pouce
Geelong
W. G. Hearne
Dalgety
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Agenta
Quibell
Jems
Nobel
Glasgow Explosives
Chilworth
Ags
Cretam Spring Coll Fance
H. Moodie & Son
Woven Wire Fence & Gate Co
Swanston St
Melbourne
S. Talochino
Granfo
Meta Axe
Tanne
Carrier Street
Benalla
Nagambie
Hugh
Auasimvin
Latewa
Regulite
Pete
Gr Avanti
Trek
Civ
Rick
Otoragt Hipayalile
Atl
New South
Rey Hilbert
Ullivr
Verte
Modena
Chisubeth
Ryatoet Melba
Robong Publ
G. Norton
Ublw
Penal
Baddaginnie Butchery
Hema
Munitholeon
Auoat
Nowton' Garts
Warrenkayie Bhy
Looalibou Viatotivien
Apo
Veo Butchers
N. Chalmers
Bridgr Stamet
Next Savings Bank
Han Lon
Buildhm & Contraclos
Denalia
Sydneys
Fitzroy
Vicroelh
Abderely
CbEsner
Paarl Saanté
Robert
Inglis
Bnakes
Milind
Thi
Manure
Poteeh Dinet Wits
Wiel Wuanling
Paivy
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