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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 28, 1914
Page
2
A disjointed OCR snippet mentions the Turcom near a retreat line and Bett to the British in the fring line with references to a potential southern approach and a pond. No clear dates or full names, limits the readable facts. The fragment hints at military movements but lacks coherent events or outcomes.
Police force members in New South Wales decide to contribute a full day’s pay to the Patriotic Fund amounting to about £1596. A German Australian steamer Hammong voyage is routing to a Bay in South Africa, while a wheat donation from A C Lee appears in Ul/ basket. Market notes show a Brisbane dispatch on Trade Act 1914 implementation and enlistments totaling 1431 with 6 officers listed.
A historical advertisement extols Hean's Essence as a cure for severe colds and a maker of a potent cough mixture. It promises value from purchasing one bottle to prepare a pint of medicine, urging readers to buy via G W Hean, Box Ry Bris Bone.
Fragmentary OCR hints a dated advertisement for an Evinrude detachable motor. The text mentions the motor and pumping action with garbled branding, suggesting a product showcase or catalog entry. No clear dates or full facts are readable.
A meeting of the Progress Association, chaired by Mr. Hl. Devis, discussed road improvements and a Queensland settlers circular. Members agreed to join forces to influence government for better roads and to acknowledge toward future gatherings.
Fragmentary remarks report hesitancy in volunteering and difficulty collecting names. Mentions Ulars and war enticement, wall-wishers barred from something, and mixed sentiment at a meeting with few volunteers and unclear figures.
An advertisement touts "Marie" Permanent Slr Stain as a hair color product that supposedly restores a youthful shade and lustre. It promises lasting effects and damage resistance, urging readers to try the stain for a renewed appearance despite aging effects.
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