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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1944
Page
3
The Queensland Butter Board reports demand for tropical butter declined due to Army movements but the plant should stay ready for surge needs. Water reconstitutes the spread to butter, with reconversion directions to be printed on every tin. The note suggests postwar markets for butter where fresh product is scarce.
U S supply officers show interest in a dairy process from Pennsylvania State College researchers to provide wholesome frozen concentrated milk for hospital ships. The product reconstitutes to near fresh milk. defrosted blocks are placed in hot water to yield beverage and coffee cream like products, overcoming oily thawing of earlier methods.
A biographical sketch of John Fuller's Fisk who rose from obscurity to become managing director of the Electrical and Musical Equipment Co in England. He studied at Marconi and pioneered beam wireless linking Britain and Australia, improving cable ship communications and inspiring a cable industry shift toward wireless collaboration.
The article reports vast amounts of Australian topsoil blown across the Tasman Sea to New Zealand’s South Island. Pink snow on mountains alarms locals as red dust settles. the amount reaching sea or beyond remains unknown. The piece warns soil loss threatens life since soil is life’s basis.
A concise meditation describes the soul as a fire sending rays through the senses and the source of existence. It notes sages' observations and efforts should focus on this center and moving power of our sentiments and Madame de Siael.
A brief devotional line notes the solace found in church bells and the enduring hope of harmony. The text evokes quiet faith, timeless ritual, and a sense of serenity amidst daily life.
A three year overview shows lend-lease totaling about 25 billion dollars, with non war materials worth half the value. Recipients may owe repayment details later, while Congress requires approval of any settlement, prompting fears of indeterminate obligations and tariff barriers abroad.
Overworked nerves cause headaches low mood and insomnia. The ad claims Dr Williams Pink Pills restore red blood cells and iron, delivering oxygen and nourishment to nerves and tissues to help restore balance and energy.
An advertisement notes a treatment for vaginitis in sows causing return-to-service and promises a moderate price. It invites readers to write for details on this treatment and how to address Mamitis effectively using the product.
The Hamilton Whole Herd Policy provides immunisation for clean cows and offers free extra vaccine for two years to treat affected cows, aiming to control a disease in the herd.
The piece notes Toronto traffic by-law unpopular with pedestrians and the mayor’s pledge to reconsider. It reflects on early aviation progress citing Wright brothers 1903 first flight and 1908 75-minute record, foreseeing aviation’s dual uses in war and eventual peace enabling rapid global travel.
The text notes that reliance on the President and Congress affects settlement terms and that protests have surged in Britain and the Dominions against what is termed carte blanche to the United States. Canada reportedly refused to enter into related agreements.
"Mad" Tom Davey served as Lieutenant-Governor from 1813 to 1817 and was famed for fighting at Trafalgar. He dismissed conventions, arrived in shirtsleeves, and drank at the first house he found, provoking official scandal. His tenure saw brutal bushranging, convicts reoffending, martial law, and his resignation amid turmoil. Macquarie canceled martial law, and Colonel Sorrell followed with stricter control.
The Manpower Directorate in Perth calls for senior girls and country young women to help harvest currants sultanas and grapes from January 20. Wages 2 to 3 pounds weekly plus keep for five and a half days with lodging inspected. Work parties of two to six on vineyards, weekends in city or coast via rail link. Apply to the rural section Manpower Department Kivestreet Perth.
A Mitchell medium bomber flying from Hollandia to Archerfield ran out of fuel and off course. Two crew members parachuted at Miranda Downs but observers reported their descent and the pilot landed safely on a nearby strip. All crew were later accounted for and the aircraft refueled at Karumba before continuing the next day.
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