Croup Remedy Claims Swift Cure in Early 1900s Notice
The Burra Blecord reports a claim that a homemade remedy from T. W. Wilkins chemist Buiva cures croup in children and adults. The notice warns against harmful substances and notes the remedy was given at first symptoms, with potential dangers if misused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giulenk Lown
Yeys
John Ws Rogers
Cristian Srangetisl
Filtey
U.S.A
Chowbarlvin
Croup
T. W. Wilkins
Buiva
Burra copper mine to cease operations and lay off workers
Amid plunging copper prices and poor returns from the Burra Creek heap, directors decide to halt works sine die. The decision ends current operations though machinery will remain for potential future use at the Burra Mine site, impacting local workers and town prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burra
Droperty
Horse and cart plunge into creek after yard cleanup
A man in Kooringa hauled refuse by horse and cart to the creek edge when the horse balked and the breeching failed. The cart and animal fell into the water, the man briefly semi conscious. Helpers freed the horse and all returned home with the animal reportedly unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kooringa
Old Bay Evi
Public notice on remedies and testimonials in Wheeling
A fragmented public notice extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a testimonial from Mayers of Thirty-seventh Street Wheeling West Virginia. The letter claims severe cough relief after a second dose and praises the medicine, noting the sole local distributor as FT W Wilkinson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayers
Thirty-seventh “Street
Wheeling
USA
Knw Sole
FT. W. Wilkinson
Chemisty Brea
Cornwall Lecture At Methodist Hall Attracts Attendees And Music
Rev. T B Angsim delivers a Cornwall themed lecture with interspersed music and lantern slides. About 35 attend as Miss A Pearce and Mrs Angwin perform, Mr Puss recites, and the band provides selections before the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T B Angsim
Cornwall
A. Pearce
Puss
Angwin
Great Grumblers Kidney Pills Promoted for Backache Relief
An advertisement touts Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney trouble and urinary issues. It cites Mrs F Herbert of Burra and Wilkinson praising the pills from Dove’s Kidney Bils, sold by Foster McClellan Co. in Sydney. The copy warns to ensure authentic DOAW’S tablets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burra
F. Herbert
Queen Street
Dove
Wilkinson
Foster, McClellan Co
Sydney
N.sw
The Weathen and Humour From Berl Will Tale
A weather note recalls last week with frost threats, drought risk, and needed rains for crops including wheat and new grass. A posthumous joke from a rich Berliner died mid leer reads his will, demanding 300 marks to funeral guests and a later codicil shifting wealth to those who caused the loss of the will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berl
Globe
Taeyers
Burra dentist visit and a remarkable newborn
Dennisray notes dentist Mr. Thomas will visit Burra on Friday January 6 to consult at Burrs Hotel Swala. Despatches from Bridgeport report a one pound month old baby, daughter of Mrs. Marvin Peck, described as perfectly developed to nails, with strong heart and lungs. Doctors foresee a long life and a handsome future for the infant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Connecticut
Infantas
Marvin Peck
Tasmanian ad copy and court case notes mix in Tasmanian newspaper fragment
A garbled mix of cure ads for AYER'S Sarsaparilla and Avor's Pills, followed by a Melbourne court ruling about Abrahams fined for attempting to defraud Customs. The report notes possible tariff issues, a suggested refund, and a Burra Record Studio photo arrangement for Les Cloches de Camtedite with stage details and a tease about a performance.
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Melbourne
Abrahaws
Supreme Court
Isaacs
Abrahams
Custone
Burra
Polite Boer Described and Viewed Through Interview
A correspondent samples varied views on Boers noting brutality and dirt but also a contrasting impression of Fauris Kurz in Wellington New Zealand. The piece discusses stereotypes, medical claims about BilE Sens and remedies, urging cautious, hopeful use when traditional treatments fail.
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Wellingvoe
New Zea
Fauris Kurz
Ppreoe
Hope Baer
Hamata Exine
Cleea
Fembaiau
Women Suffering From Distressing Illnesses Told Of
A vivid testimony details a sufferer’s long battle with illness marked by severe headaches, vomiting, and nerve weakness. After trying various doctors, Clemente Tonic is credited with stabilizing her condition, stopping symptoms, and restoring energy and appetite. The narrative frames her relief as proof of the remedy’s efficacy and urges others to consider it.
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Carder
Wynell
Clemente Tome
Clements
Fort Net
Aleo Bala
Clements Tapic
M. Bigertive
Fuaver
Clemente
Shay
Port Pirie Weather and Court Notice Summary
CORRE ON ENGE Port Pirie May 24 The weather remains dry with no change seen. Days are warm nights pleasant. grass from last rain withering soon. Wheat emergence is poor causing grave fears of moulding. some crops near Burma Pirie and Crystal Brook show early sowing benefits after a thunderstorm. Captain McCamish of the Salvation Army faced a fine for obstructing traffic in Ellew Street with appeal noted. Port quiet with two steamers at the wharf and many workers out of work due to smelter shift changes. wheat from Tron Knob requires reduced labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Pirie
Crystal Brook
Gladstone
Burma
Pirie
McCamish
Salvation Army
Ellewstreet
Tron Knob
When They Talk Shop At Marys Place
Gossip threads through a visit as Charlie the train conductor chats shop with Mary and the other young women. The scene centers on chatter about style and manners rather than romance, with playful quips and teasing remarks shaping the conversation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saymes
Mary
Tia
Charlie
Pat and the bullpup bulldog ends by inches and yards
An Irishman Pat boasted of a huge brindle bulldog that accompanies him. A friend asks about the dog. Pat reveals the dog died and jokes the beast fell to pieces by inches then by the yard, a humorous misreport of the pet’s demise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toqe
Pat
Fabers
Miracle noted as burden lifted from lifelong ailment
The account describes a man who suffered chronic indigestion constipation and fatigue for years. After trying a product advertised as a remedy he reports dramatic relief and renewed strength. The testimonial touts a pill marketed for female ailments and general well being, urging others to try the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Long
Vicrana
Bender
Tom
Allingwood
Boitin
Egamene
Blawa Berean
Jubilee Hall revival scene and church appeal for repairs
The Methodist Jubilee Hall revival story recalls Rev. Williams and noted priests who spread the Gospel within the old church walls. It notes the building’s decay, the call to repair and enlarge Jubilee Hall, and the push to fund ongoing restoration without raising the existing debt, highlighting past faithful leaders and the impact of the sanctuary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valnatie
Kenny AS. Williams
Tate Primitive
Plorinas
W. Jenkin
Reese
Wright
Salton
J- Bary
Sy Gray
KI Daddaw
Kime
Sebich
House of God
Cerdie
Espana
Tietech
Fraudulent Patent Cure Peddlers Warned
A dubious medical pitch touts All is Sor Gown and Anhowiy's Pills as miracle cures for dysentery diarrhoea fever and kidney ailments. The text warns these patent remedies mislead patients with fake dividends in health and calls for fair trials before any legitimacy is proven.
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Anhowiy
Faconet Health
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Punea
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Curkidstreet
Frank Tucker
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Viey Ie
Fay Ho
Wy Aversides
Strachan, Cheadle & Co., Wool and Grain Brokers
Adrlaaide
Frey
Gornsachs
Berra
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Davey, Mandmasier
Davey
Rawling
Luke Day le Pompared
Brande of
Nited Meernoorstt Church
Jone
Ageinga
Fier
W. F. James
Angelo Reokure
W. B. James
SA. Government
Sage
Treasury
Jse
Clutterell
Royal Exchange
Adelsids
Tartte
Guna
American Eagle
MY Pet
Laporte Tobiacoys
Robert Dikson & GO
Adelaide
Waterbury Watch
Mars
Martinsburg
Chailerinalin
Cevicg
Cbs 19
Ind
Dinmbrea Remeil
Stich Fail
Ant
Gal Morris
Brokland
Wobins
Sereap Raz
Atne
L Ceryar
Jack Frost
Gromog
Mr. Richardson
Howick
Launceston
Tasmania
Sigtred
Aaron Egg
Rene
Erdar
Ghent
Cmdline
Nestle
Ayer
Avor
Aay
Smasia Od
Bastoe
Mrn
J. Sawyer
Baloce
Evan
Prearman
Aunan Rex
Semnen
Ces Ti Wales
Sanhalana
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