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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1921
Page
1
A political demonstration devolved into chaos when a steam roundabout hired for the event ran amok. Local dignitaries including chairmen, parsons, and retired generals were jostled as the machine spiraled on for an hour and a half, silencing speeches and forcing officials to abandon the scene. The showman was summoned and the ride was finally halted.
The article traces the unicorn from myth to possible natural history within the era of rhinoceroses and elephants. It notes reports from South Africa about a white unicorn-like beast and mentions Marco Polo and Burlapalan’s supposed finds, with descriptions of a two-horned pachyderm and the elusive long horn.
An antiquated home remedy describes a standing toe raise exercise to straighten posture. Start upright with heels together and toes at forty five degrees, arms at sides, chest lifted, chin tucked. Rise onto the balls of the feet for height, then return to standing. Repeat on each side.
A fragment from a 1930s critique argues the Korean top-knot signals vast possibilities in Korea. It notes women’s roles under patriarchy, describing strict domestic control and a wife’s responsive position during family crises using a symbolic top knot.
Guidance on selecting colors that harmonize with eye color and complexion. It suggests blue grey eyes suit blues, blondes glow in creams, brunettes harmonize with greyed tones, and florid complexions look good in plum and heliotrope while pale figures benefit from dove greys.
At a recent protest in Hyde Park the Licensing Bill debate drew three older men. One claimed he is seventy, never touched liquor, yet grew heated. A second said he is fifty nine and has moderated drinking, while the third spoke of drinking and urged moderation, arguing water should accompany any alcohol.
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