Alcohol as motor fuel argued by British journals
British motor journals urge alcohol as the only fuel to ensure peace and abundance for motorists after the war, predicting limited petrol supply and proposing government-backed alcohol use in France and potential denatured forms for domestic consumption. They discuss French plans for 22 million gallons yearly and price controls, plus notes on reliability runs and police cautions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Paria General Qvinibus Co
Alpine
Segion
Tarcore
Pamnppsland
Victoran Motoyele Club
Trials, side car observers and new motorcycle engines discussed
The article debates timing rules for motorcycle trials and the social role of side cars, noting observers in side cars as a potential finality, while promoters resist strict margins. It mentions a 6 cylinder V type engine planned for a motorcycle power unit and reports Mr Power’s 85 mile Brisbane run in 2 hours 22 minutes on a Powerplas lodian.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ongme
England
Zozo C.c
Henderson
Queensand
W. Power
Toowoomba
Brisbane
Power breaks motorcycle record and Rail tyre praise note
Power breaks the motorcycle record of his time, outpacing previous marks on Western road routes. The article discusses Dunlop Railway tyres, engine design for rail motors, and fuel efficiency, noting scarcity of bicycle chains due to war and urging quality components like Newman’s Sauce for health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amin
Victoria
Queensland
Renold
Toch
Austral Cinema Showcases The Garden Of Allah At Two Nights
Entertainment column notes The Austral presents The Garden Of Allah described as a masterful film with life and color, along with Rome bridges footage and topical Belgium scenes. It highlights the cast Arnold Bennett Ed Kassbloek and George Edwards, praising the ship scene and dances in You're in Love, and mentions Palace and O’Connor critiques with program changes and ticket prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austral
Arnold Bennett
Ed Kassbloek
Picure
London
Daily Chronicle
Belgium
Rome
Allah
Queensland
Arabia
Palace
O'Connor
George Edwards
Garden OF Allah
Robert Hichen
Helen Ware
Domini
God
Whitick
Babinda Cane Growers Discuss Cyclone Losses and Relief
The Babinda Cane Growers Association reports at their quarterly meeting on 7th inst. how cyclone damage cut cane tonnage and quality, raising harvesting costs and emergency needs. They urge distribution of a £11,000 special reserve to boost base prices and defer redemption, seeking interim relief for Tahinda farmers and a long term fund buildup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Babinda Cane Growers’ Association
Babinda
Justifes
Red Cross Special Appeal Receipts Reported
The final result awaits more contributions but Mrs R T McManus, honorary treasurer, says receipts to date reach £672 16s 3d. She thanks Mr EB Standish and Queensland National Bank staff for handling cash over two demanding days. Details list multiple stalls and amounts including raffles, sweet stalls, fresh foods, prizes, children's activities, and teas with various organizers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. T. McManus
EB. A. Standish
Queensland National Bank
J. D
B. Somes
Mesdames
Walla
Mies Crace
Piwit
Vendahtes
Bispchard
N. Draper
OER
Dike State School
Atherton
Min Aie
Mayers
Mesdames Crawford
Harms
Ward
Local Fund Appeal Success Acknowledgements
The President and Committee thank all contributors to the appeal amid countless helpers from schools groups clubs and firms. Special praise goes to Inspector King Noble Cairns Gas Co Citizens Band Motor Boat Club Adelante Co Capt Brown ASN Co Mr Backer Howard Smith Co Ambulance Prizade and many volunteers from Returned Soldiers Hoy Scouts Oddfellows and local schools. Gratitude extends to branches and residents for their generous response and the appeal’s unprecedented success. Sufferers from sciatica urged to try Chamberlains Pain Balm for quick relief and affordable cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. McDowshd
F. Matthews
Roy
Tgr
H. Draper
Mann
C Taylor
Nimmo
Oak Park
Freshwater
Peter Allan
Mesdames Wallace and Butcher
Medlock
Mesdames Hoole and
Clayton
Sels
E Atherton
L. Craig
Tod
Arknow
Hoy Scouts
Oddfellows
Kennedy
BR Penny
Railway Recreation Club
A. J. Draper
Allan O'Leary
Swan
Salathiel
Ross
Baillie
McDonalds
Wallace
Butcher
Lymburner
Moody
Standish
Hunter
T. Jones
Rudd
Bennion
McTarish
Hughes
K Brown
B. O'Hara
Kerwin
Connors
Mack
Toll L. Wilson
Hilton
Nelson
Migs Haigh
Masters Standish
Fallon
Draper
Gregory
Dempsey
Herbert Curtis
Mr Collins
German Occupation Threats Exposed in Belgium Labor Cruelty
Wartime dispatch describes ALF opposition and German coercion in Belgium with warnings about forced labor. It cites children 14 and younger to work in fields, strict meal limits, prison for refusals, and flogging as punishment. It contrasts Australian labor conditions with German control and urges awareness of wartime propaganda.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
ALF
Australa
Wormern
Tay
Mer
Sin Monte
Holeon
Fabor
Chiltron
Veudelles
Australia
Froms
Ity
Lomanrtec
Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Endorsement
A local testimonial extols Doan's Backache Kidney Pills for kidney trouble with relief of back pain. Mrs. J. Maree describes severe nocturnal pain, fatigue, and eventual cure after using the pills, noting eight years of well being since. Produced by Foaster-McClellan Co, price listed and mail order details included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Foater-McClellan Co
Pitt Street
Bat
Doan’s Cough Remedy for Children Advised
A historical notice endorses Doan’s cough remedy for children as safe and free of opium or narcotics. It claims it can be given with ease for coughs and is sold widely in stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlain
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GENIE
Armstrong, Leplie & Stillman
Armstrong, Ledlie & Stillman
Post
Herald
Tai
Ae Andien Eee
J. C. Hutton Prop. Ltd
Intercolonial Boring Co. Ltd
ANN $T. Brisbane
Oor
Mareeba Por
Care Marezba
Jake
Bing Boys
Letty
H. H. Pittard & CO
Abbott-Street
Cairns
Entertainments
Peter Young
Reg
Nora
Tattercall
Abbott Street
Epsometragolitas
Derbies
Caulfeld
P.O
RED Cross Special Appeal
Todd
Boros, Philp & Co
Cairn Apanel
G. Lisha
HI Pair
Ean Ee
Auatralia
Burns, Philp & Co., Ltd
Messrs
T. Dillon
A. Cochrane
Frank Gayton
Chillagoe
Grimshaw-street
Sciatica
Chamberlan
Doan
WORA
Criterion Hotel
AJC
Epsom
Caulfield
Melbourne
Lrace Pullen
Gusesemer
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