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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1920
Page
2
Fragmentary, ad like note promoting various hair growth and cosmetic products. Mentions Craven Burney and list of items such as Penate, darkener, moustache invigoeator, and soaps. Contains improbable claims and requests reader proof of effects.
The article discusses sugar crop prospects with notes on planting, soil, and weather conditions. It mentions Canary Island and cane varieties, irrigation, and labor, outlining challenges and potential yields. It references irrigation plans, soil quality, and economic factors affecting cultivation.
The article notes continued wet weather disrupting plans and a forthcoming excursion train from Gordonvale to South Jabast. It reports bands, a dance Friday, costume prizes, hall decoration, and preparations for an early October show with community figures and volunteers contributing.
An OCR fragment advertises Bisurated Magnesia as a remedy for fermentation caused stomach pains and acidity. It claims rapid relief within minutes and promotes easy access, with mention of various forms and a sale for bottles today.
A garbled OCR passage discusses skin tone and aging, mentioning removal of freckles, clarity of skin, and the influence of climate. It cites cosmetic ideas and names several individuals in a confused, uncertain context without clear events or outcomes.
Australian racing report covers Prince of Wales Cup buildup at Goftonvale with rider changes, notable horses such as Syce and Fairy The Mating, and results from recent trials The piece notes bookmaker exclusions, a suggested Metropolitan shift, and a record crowd expected at Townsville races with social details and figures.
Disjointed notes mention Kuranda arrival on Tuesday night and Saturday departures. References to Petar and Spears, uncertain Cairns to Herbertus and Tarzali routing, and a commuter visiting a course at moon with track described as splendid. Overall unclear timetable and events.
Fragmentary text indicates Brisbane report on applications and insurance matters involving an international insurer and authorized agents. Details are unclear due to OCR damage but references to fire and marine insurance credits and agency credentials are present.
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