Thought for Today From Sydney Smith
Genuine and innocent wit is the mind’s blessing. Man may live by plain wisdom and plain fare, yet God gave us wit and flavor to enliven the days of life and ease the steps of man’s journey in this world.
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1929
Page
2
Genuine and innocent wit is the mind’s blessing. Man may live by plain wisdom and plain fare, yet God gave us wit and flavor to enliven the days of life and ease the steps of man’s journey in this world.
A fragmented children's circle letter from Secho-street dated December 3 1929 requests joining a home circle and cheer, with a child noting their age as two and birthday on September 5. The text expresses affection and eagerness to participate next Christmas season.
Fragmented OCR recipe notes describe making biscuits from flour and eggs with toppings and flavourings such as almonds orange peel or coconut. Also outlines a ginger sugar syrup with wine or water, yeast for a tartaric acid preparation, and pastry fillings with sponge cake, cream, and date filling. The text includes steps to bake rolled teaspoons of dough, heat jellylike mixtures, and assemble centers with pastry chapes and whipped cream.
The Bairns Circle extends congratulations to Ringer on his birthday with the motto Think twice, once. The note notes cheerful wishes and a playful, friendly tone, reflecting a community greeting among local groups.
An importer announces a remedy refund program for French herbs and medical sun dries. The notice details refunds and sales timing with references to Saturdays and price points within the period.
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