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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 01, 1929
Page
3
Fragmentary text describes claims that Clements Tonic cured ailments and improved mood after drinking from a bottle. It mentions a person named Peter Toth and notes severe nervous breakdowns lasting months, with the tonic allegedly restoring health and energy.
A vintage advertisement extols Pepsodent toothpaste, claiming it removes a viscous film from teeth, lightens them, and firms the gums with a ten day brushing routine followed by ten nights of gum massage. It emphasizes dramatic whitening and gum health benefits.
Entomological hints to cane growers from the Bureau of Sugar Experiment Stations outline February grub activity in Calroons district and advise fumigation with paradichlor or carbon bisulphide. Advice covers surface soil disturbance, mixing fumigants with manure, and application to a depth of about four inches. Also includes control of Rhizoidea beetles and army caterpillars with removal of dead shoots, freeing headlands from blady grass, fumigation, and lead arsenate spraying at 2 pounds per 50 gallons.
Sunday match saw Cardwell defeat Feluga by five wickets. Key contributions included Morris Carthew with multiple wickets, Pask as top bowler for Feluga with 5 for 14, and steady scores from Moran and Norris. Final totals: Feluga 59 in first innings, 47 in second. Cardwell 60 plus.
Samuel Allen & Sons Ltd promotes Kaye's Ginger Ale as a weekend picnic beverage with suggested bets or tastings. The notice markets the product to households and retailers, highlighting its suitability for outdoor gatherings.
Melbourne notes discuss Lord Somers's program for public school boys and industry, praising a free social event to reduce class distinctions. They mention political clashes, patrols against car theft, and bush and coal fire issues in Victoria. The piece also covers peace moves in industry, A W U and ALP tensions, and questions about the Hume reservoir and Murray irrigation project funding.
Federal Attorney Mr Latham warns Melbourne risks provincial status if it fails to attract tourists. Publicity bodies and Victoria Railways spend thousands yearly to promote the state, yet critics say city fathers neglect beauty and welcoming spirit. Tourists see money focus over charm, hurting Melbourne's appeal and growth.
A public notice touts URODYNE tablets as a private prescription from Dr. Southworth to combat bladder irritation. It claims relief even after other medicines fail, offering a risk free trial with cost only if satisfied and available at chemists shops.
The Mayor of Greenwich England officially opened the new public baths with a ceremonial dive showcasing the facility. Officials praised the swim-friendly upgrades and the bath complex's role for residents and visitors.
January 29 saw Halls team facing Gil Servants in a lively Babinda cricket match. Final totals read 43 for the Servants and 105 for Halls, with detailed bowling and batting by Anglim Vonhoff Kelly Buckley and Buckley. Rangers to meet a combined Merriwinni Babinda next Sunday at Habinda.
Antique catalogue style ad lists multiple diamond rings with waistline prices cut from high to sale figures. Watches and accessories follow with bold reductions on gold filled, cushion, and jeweled pieces. Discounted items include 4 stone rings, luster watches, and novelty boxes. Offers urge country clients to request the 64 style ring catalogue.
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