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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 03, 1924
Page
10
Storied wreck and rescue saga recounts Captain Musgrave's 19th century Australasian voyage to Auckland Islands. The narrative details shipwrecks, the survival of crew, and the dramatic salvage by a dinghy crew, with the Indian and Inveraran parties aiding survivors and the perilous voyage to safety amid rough seas and harbors.
A fragmented ad or health claim discusses lightening dark spots and freckles. It promotes a product called Hexodin promising rapid skin changes and asks why many women have tried it to improve their appearance. The wording is garbled but centers on fading tan and freckled skin to reveal a lighter complexion.
Herodin claims to make the skin very lovely and is sold in a jar. Available from chemists or directly from Elisabeth Heuler, 389 Flinder Lane, Melbourne.
A Christmas fair display features ladies knickers and satin bloomers in various sizes. Items include quality white crepe knickers, satin bloomers with deep gusset and elastic waist, infant satin trims, and rubber waterproof pants in assorted colors.
The notice advertises dress fabrics and trims for the season in Irish linen and voile style. It lists colors including red yellow tan and brown with several fabric types such as Finvola Veile and Marocain in various weights. Counts and price references indicate multiple yard quantities and sale terms for Christmas items.
Weekly specials showcase nevat e trousers with belt loops in dark rex and fashion knits. Grey shirts, striped work shirts, and cotton singlets offered with moderate prices. Sunglasses and garish fashion items also advertised alongside attention to size 36 and 3/1 for displays.
Readable parts mention art serge fabrics and patchwork items, a Friday listing, and cavalry references tangled with nonsensical phrases. Contains no clear event, person, or organization to confirm a specific news item.
Boots and shoes advertised in a boot section sale with various styles and sizes. Items include ladies patent lace boots, kid leather, and black glace options. Prices and exact details are unclear due to partial legibility.
Public notice states readiness to explain matters to holders of Adult Shares at AB C B Abbott Street. Contact points include phone numbers 476 and 282 for Abbott Bos. The notice signals forthcoming clarifications on shareholding and related procedures.
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