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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 05, 1918
Page
6
A fragmentary archaic voice laments constraints on men and women, hinting at social pressure and entrapment. The text hints at duties, rewards, and the limits of action, presenting a murky snapshot of gendered expectations without clear events or names.
A sweeping wartime summary details the United States rapidly expanding its military machine. It notes 1,525,024 army personnel, 528,924 in service, and extensive mobilization across camps, railways, docks, and supply bases in France. Navy growth includes 128 vessels authorized by April 1917, and contracts for 949 vessels. The report credits organization, logistics, and industrial mobilization for supporting the Allied effort and anticipates further expansion as the war continues.
An old time remedy claims to ease colds bronchitis and coughs with a home made tonic. The text mentions Heenzo or Heenzo preparations and a recommended mix of herbs nuts and tonics promoted for nervous system support and general vitality.
Windmills are marketed as superior and maintenance free. They claim to operate without attention, keep tanks and troughs filled, regulate speed in a storm, and fabricate automatically, delivering complete satisfaction. Catalogues invite reading user testimonials.
Distressed sufferers facing a range of ailments such as rheumatism gout backache and indigestion are urged that uric and biliary poisons from inefficient kidneys and liver cause pain. Warner's Safe Cure is claimed to restore kidney and liver function with a restorative action and is offered in two bottle forms.
The Shipping Board and Emergency Fleet Corp mobilize to meet transport needs with steel and wood vessels. By March 1 wartime orders sum to over 2 million deadweight tons, with hundreds of ships contracted or in progress, while Treasury estimates first year war costs at 2.4 billion pounds, excluding allied loans.
The piece urges corsets to support the figure while allowing freedom, noting that even the prettiest dress fails if the corset does not fit properly. It highlights Ball and Welch's as a source for quality corsets and suggests the wearer’s comfort governs the dress’s visual success.
A terse editorial remark notes that neither a narrow mind nor a conceited one will truly admire the broader qualities of a subject, urging readers to seek openness and humility in judgment. The piece emphasizes the value of balanced perspective over ego or closed thinking.
The article promotes carefully designed corsets for comfort and fit. It highlights new season sizes and services by ready fitters. It notes sole agency in Victoria for Royal Worcester and Bon Ton Corsets.
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