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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 07, 1902
Page
6
Poem extols calm and steady conduct over fretful bustle. It contrasts noisy action with serene resolve, urging individuals to endure and perform dutifully. The verses advocate quiet, controlled strength as superior to rash haste and public fuss.
Melbourne readers see Rouse illustrated Hemasy featuring 600 portraits from five continents arguing all races are essentially one. A White Australia policy pamphlet disputes Barton doctrine while a separate Humanity work argues race similarity tied to climate and civilization and world federation.
An old Melbourne advertisement promotes OL GROCERIES and assorted goods including whisky, tea, sugar, and acids. The copy touts pricing, sample offers, and ordering by mail with cash on delivery, listing Arnold Bros, General Merchandise, 452 and 143 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, as the contact.
Henry Farmer rejects a £25,000 uncle bequest to win Edith Payne, who is Edith Hollis in disguise. Lawyer Pettiver reveals Edith Payne is Miss Hollis, ward of the late uncle, and that the fortune now goes to Palmer, who chose honor over wealth and will marry Edith Hollis.
The guide warns entering boats near the centre and avoiding seat changes while moving. Do not jump or stand, and avoid rocking. In rough water refrain from passing seats during transit. Watch waves and avoid overcrowding. If capsized, an upturned boat can serve as a life preserver and people should hold the boat for safety until help arrives.
If fitting high or low pressure water fittings in Melbourne, visit Mesers Join Danks and Son Prop. Ltd. Bourke Street for a large stock of porcelain enamelled lavatory ware and other sanitaryware. Quality, finish, and price are highlighted as exceptional value.
A table d hore scene in Normandy shows a gentleman offering cider to all nearby guests. He asks Madame for a share, thanks her, and then invites others to partake, while noting none keeps any for herself and seeking satisfaction.
A collage of sharp wits and social barbs as townsfolk and travelers trade quips. A coroner’s verdict notes heart failure amid failed business. Jokes about marriage, gossip, and a Lady Liberty statue nerve the page, with Lord Kitchener and a Chicago humorist adding to the roguish reflections.
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