09 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1918
Page
1
A grateful patient credits a Townsville consultant with saving his life after years of illness. He describes severe decline, gain of health, and return to work with a new lease on life, urging others to seek advice from the practitioner. The letter, reprinted from the Gympie Times in 1904, signs John Abbett.
Ellen Beony, A M A of Halls, writes praising Elliott's Beef Iron and Malted Wine as a tonic for nerves and vitality. She claims daily client numbers at the Brisbane address and urges others to obtain the product, priced at three shillings per bottle.
An advertisement touts Thermos for fading freckles and tan within days and Vathmi to erase wrinkles and rough skin. It claims sun and wind aging prevention and velvet smoothness. The offer includes a large jar for 2/9 postage to Craig's Pharmacy Cairns and retailers.
A reminiscence recalls Irvinebank founder John Moffat, his strong Caledonian roots in Clermont, and the early mining days. The piece honors his leadership, generosity, and enduring impact on Irvinebank while noting figures like Red Alec and other early prospectors.
Protestant denominations in Herberton conducted a war anniversary service at the Shire Hall on Sunday evening. The local community showed strong sympathy and support, with crowds drawn by the event as preparations for the commemorations reached their final moments.
A Sunday evening service in Herberton Shire Hall drew a large audience after a busy day of preparation. Red Cross ladies in uniform attended front seats while younger members collected contributions. The combined choirs performed and Captain Miller of the Salvation Army joined with prayers and readings. Crawford of the Bible Society gave an address on aiding soldiers and sailors, leaving a warm memory of the event and an expected £5 to £10 for the local Red Cross fund.
The article promotes HEENZO a home made remedy for asthma bronchitis colds influenza and sore throats claiming it destroys germs soothes inflamed mucous membranes loosens phlegm and tones the system. It also advertises HEAN S TONIC NERVE NUTS for anaemic nervous girls with a 12 day supply priced 3 shillings or six boxes for 17 shillings 3 pence.
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