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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 18, 1910
Page
3
The text reports a fever outbreak in Teheentiepec distros with color changes and odour variations by time of day. It notes palm leaves from the double coconut palm can reach thirty feet, with one yearly leaf, and strong attachment to the stem. It mentions Karl Kumm visiting England with ethnological, mineral, and natural specimens.
A fragment discusses state governments facing a duty to act on social warnings and the impact of child welfare and schooling. It hints at debates over vaccination, family policies, and the role of government in protecting children amid growing concerns about harmful doctrines.
The text describes plans for an expedition led by Sir Ernest Shackleton to attempt reaching the South Magnetic Pole via Adele Land route. Professor Dewid and others note limited time and emphasize secrecy, with a potential two‑party approach and dog teams for a swift seventy‑mile trek from a staging point near Com Adare.
A fragmentary report discusses an ascent to a great peak near Mount Nansen and travel to the Magritte Pole. It mentions magnet observations, geologic problems, and references to geologists Mr Jewerley Wewson and Sr Kraesst Shackleton, with expected further details.
Mrs. John M Domeld of Erstinesile reports a six month old sore behind the ear improved after applying Becca Ointment, which she claims contains curative properties not found in other preparations. She notes the sore disappeared and skin appeared clean after treatment. The product is advertised at 1/6 and 3//.
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