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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1921
Page
7
A Mosman correspondent writes about perceived unfair advantage by anonymous writers who vent against public figures. The letter praises Mr A C Spanawick for signing his name in the May 4 issue and questions the anonymity of other writers while urging civility and continued improvement.
An advertisement features Wever praising Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and kidney troubles. The narrator cites relief after using the pills and urges readers to obtain them from chemists, mentioning a local contractor sponsor and warning of potential kidney disorder if neglected.
An old regional ad promotes Rexons and Rexonglas as remedies for skin injuries from winds and abrasions. It claims rapid healing and protection from disease, urging purchase at 1/6 and 3/-. The copy stresses timely application to prevent infection and pain.
Local notes report heavy rains easing floods and halting river levels. Miners and residents welcome rain aiding maize and peanut crops while Cooktown and the Cairns district plan to attract visitors to bolster commerce. Roads and infrastructure feature warnings about road quality and a push from the Progress Association to improve access and attract settlement.
Rexona Skin and Facial Soup is advertised as a favorite soap for toilet water and bath. It claims to be best for babies and guarantees satisfaction after first use. Price listed as 1 shilling per tablet.
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