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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 04, 1911
Page
3
A discussion of popular child literature critiques the style and morality of early 20th century works. The author contrasts Louisa May Alcott and L M Montgomery with contemporaries, praising or condemning their approaches to young readers and the depiction of family life and heroism.
Fragmentary text discusses mosquitos and a distant Australia focus, mentions Sydney Sun, and hints at authorities in New Termty deciding on a yanmite use. The passage is garbled with unclear names and events, offering few concrete details or verifiable facts.
A historical note explains extreme pest control ideas for mosquitoes, recommending fire and high-heat burning to curb mosquitoes, and mentioning substances like dye and nightshade liquid as possible repellents. It also suggests severe methods such as tying insects and using dynamite as a last resort, warning about practical risks.
The article discusses destroyers Yarra and Parramatta and mentions overtnement, Osyeet Palst, and cif on the page. It seeks to identify and preserve qualities for steel iron zinc and wood and asks who among Walter Pipe or renovable building is involved to contact for this Australian action.
The article argues against the belief that stopping diarrhoea too fast is dangerous. It claims Cholera and Diarrboss Remedy is safe as an astringent and can quickly stop the disease. It notes only three doses may be needed and a full bottle for severe cases. Sold by pharmacists and storekeepers.
Frank Shove informs the public that he has purchased the Dillon Brothers livery stable on Late Street. He offers cabs Burgies sulkies and hacks for hire and sells second-hand sulkies. General horse dealer. Telephone No 74. Cab No 10.
Extract from Bulletin dated 25th March announces policyholder security and benefits. Mentioned are Fire Marine and Employers Liability coverage with names like Lomen, Brisbane, and G. Baltmarsh as manager.
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