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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Feb 22, 1922

Page

7

Shark attack tragedy at reef rescue attempted

An eyewitness account describes a fatal shark attack during a surf rescue at a reef near Randwick. Jack Chal mers and Frank Beaurepaire attempted to save the drowning swimmer, aided by others including Mr Green, but sharks attacked as rescuers pulled the man from the water. The victim died shortly after, with Red Cross responders and the district supervisor noting the perilous, bloodied scene and the successful yet tragic rescue effort.

Jack ‘Chalmers Frank Beaupaire Auf Uase Eac ‘Towan Mike Singleton Randwick Coughlan Arlend Hiv Cotoe Presen Chalmers Chalmers Les Frank Beaurepaire Mr. Green Coogee Conwhlan Gregas Mr. Henderson Manda Pallany

Sydney surf tragedy sparks debate over hero Jack Chalmers

In Coogee a deadly shark incident prompts reflection on courage and public safety. Witnesses recall Jack Chalmers diving to rescue swimmers as Beaupreire and Beaurparaire, amid warnings of sharks near shore, are praised for risking their lives. A chorus questions whether Sydney does enough to honor such feats and protect beachgoers.

Get Your Kidneys Well By Using Gruen Health Salts

An ad promises kidney recovery and relief from back pain and fatigue. It claims Gruen Health Salts restore kidney function, ease bladder distress, constipation, headaches, and muscular soreness, offering a cure for rheumatism and general bodily pains with bold statements and testimonials.

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Gruen Health Salts Price and Sale Details

Health salt product listings show price as 2/0 per hottte with sales at various shops. Text mentions sellers, possibly misspelled locations or brands, and herbs. Details are fragmented, unclear, and may reflect advertisement copy from a historical newspaper page.

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