Bombardment flight proves enduring Handley Page triumph
A Handley Page airship flew 2000 miles in thirty hours with a full workshop and six tons of spares, bombing targets from the Marmora sea to Constantinople. Pilots K S Sheed and H McClellas, with two mechanics, completed the long mission despite engine strain. The venture highlighted machine and Rolls-Royce power as crucial assets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. 5
Sheedl
Fliecht-Heutenant H. McClellas
London
Senesae Ars
Sea of Marmora
Golden Hiorn
Scott
War Office
Constantinople
Turkey
Rolls-Royce
Menty
Tee
Too Much Beer Case Against Portsmouth United Breweries
The Attorney General pressed charges in the King’s Bench Division against Portsmouth United Breweries Limited for exceeding the maximum barrelage of beer. About 11 000 barrels were involved with potential penalties of 24712 pounds, profits to be paid to the Government, and costs and a statutory fine. The court considered mitigating factors due to military needs and agreed terms despite the excess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Avery
King's Bench
Portsmouth United Breweries, Limited
Sir F. &. Smith
Fim
Chicker Brewers
Rigby Swift
K.C
Nicholas Aspro Remedy Promises Dengue Fever Relief
An advertisement touts Nicholas Aspro TM as a safe effective remedy for dengue fever and malaria with fewer side effects than quinine. It claims quick relief by targeting the cause, offers a free sample, and directs readers to mail for information and product bottles with listed prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicholas Aspro
Nicholas A.pirin
Nicholas Aspto
Geo. R. Nichelau
Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Marketed in Sydney Ad
An Australian advertisement touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a remedy for backache and urinary disorders. A Cairns cabman testifies to relief and ongoing health after treatment, with another note six years later confirming lasting benefit. Pills priced at 2/9 per bottle, six for 12/3, from Foster McClellan Co in Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doane
O'Brien
Cabman
Bunda Street
Cairns
Ingham
Dean
Brien
Naretha Pastilles Offered for Throat Relief at Cairns
An advertorial notice promotes Naretha Pastille for cough hoarseness and throat irritation. It claims soothing action as the paste dissolves and urges purchase from W A Collins Chemist in Cairns at 1/6 a box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Collins
Cairns
Soldier souvenir remedy praised for front line use
A wartime letter from France reports Private PLOW recommends Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy as essential gear for soldiers. He notes it eased many pains for himself and comrades and should be carried by every man heading to the front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plow
Stratford
Ath AU
Alf
Chamberlain
Fiany
Grubber Removes Stumps Fast in Brisbane Offer
A Brisbane ad touts a light powerful grubbing machine that removes stumps with roots intact in minutes. It claims easy operation in any position and lists a price of £30 00 for delivery in Brisbane by Robinson of Queen Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ana Solan
Brisbane
A Robinson
Queen Street
Vathmi Plain Skin Remedy Promoted in Australia
An advertisement extols Vathmi skin remedy claiming it softens rough skin, removes wrinkles, protects against sunburn, and prevents freckles and tan. It asserts daily use in warm water after bathing improves complexion and cites widespread adoption in Sydney and beyond with a price of 2 shillings 94 pence from Craig's Imacy Cairns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Craig
Imacy
Cairns
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Phin
Cor
Charles L Freeston
Autocar
Pirm
O . Order
Campbell & Fitzsons
PO. Box
Sarantes Id
Wey
Avina
Cel Treermazeer
Yauli
Arcate Cal Gare
Terry
Tremy
Cays
UW. Collins
Juned & Elizabeth Sts
Worcestershire
Tan Dail
Ax Min
Kelly's
Kelly
Grace Kid Court
Paris
France
Teer Bes
Grubber
Vathmi Plain
Uni
Valeria
Maconochie Bros. Ltd
England
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