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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 03, 1929
Page
2
An old advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs to treat infant constipation. It claims the product cleanses the bowels, purifies blood, improves mood, appetite, and brain function, and lists price with directions.
A compact reflection notes that every person’s work reflects their character. It suggests the more one tries to hide, the larger and clearer the portrait of self becomes, echoing Samuel Butler in tone.
The article discusses a widespread restlessness among people, especially women, who seek dissatisfaction with work income and home life. It suggests nerves out of control as a key factor, recommends controlled nerves, quiet holidays or solitary, soothing diversions, and avoiding wild or hectic experiences. It argues that preparing for something better often brings better outcomes.
The article describes stylish day frocks with check patterns in black and red, sleeveless and boxy court shoes, and coordinated tans and blues. It notes varied necklines with bows as finishes, white pique cuffs, and belted or swathed waistlines, emphasizing georgette lace collars and fine tucks for spring wear.
A collection of kitchen guidance detailing a buttered mushroom on toast method, raspberry vinegar preparation, veal with herbs, chicken and spinach au gratin, and vegetable mayonnaise with cucumber, potatoes, peas, and salad components. Includes stepwise cooking notes and ingredient lists for each dish.
Practical kitchen tips for ham boiling dates dripping fat and cake removal. Includes keeping water on hand for wetting knives and fingers and using greased paper to ease cake release. Also suggests reusing leftover vegetables and turning potatoes and pumpkin into browned pancakes.
A letter from Wildfire in Box 41 Mareeba chats about new pets including two baby pigeons two baby chickens and potential baby doves. The writer laments missing birthday greetings on 30th August and plans to send comics for the sick and seek a pen friend for Rosemary with apologies for the missed message.
A garbled humor column sketches a chaotic stage dismissal and comic exchanges. Jokes touch on a court death scene, a golf about subscrip tion, a home visit for license and dog, and a piano tuner encounter, all spat from a noisy domestic scene.
A scrambled collection of quirky lines and snippets shows varied conversations about weddings bills driving a car and a playful exchange about a dancing venture. The voices include a tense beauty doctor query an Aberdonian and a puzzled young man weighing life choices in quick, witty exchanges.
Evelyn writes to Rosemary saying she received her badge, enjoys it, notes hot weather, and mentions two puppies named Toby and Sailor. She sends well wishes to Rosemary and all the Bairns, signing as Happy-Go-Lucky under Lady Arbour.
A light note describes warmer days and cheerful puppies enjoying meat gambols as friends are spotted among the Bairns. The writer expresses gladness that the recipient likes their bads and recognizes some friends.
Poem fragment by Rose Margaret Jensen from Cook town recalls a lovers’ parting as dusk fades and mist hangs over the valley. The speaker and beloved exchange a final poignant vow to remember each other despite an impending end.
The Bairns Circle sends hopeful birthday wishes to Rosemary and another member. Messages recall mottos about hope and bright days, with affectionate sign-offs from Rosemary and a misspelled name.
Community letter invites entries for a girls doll making contest and a boys walking stick project. Dolls must be homemade using non bought materials. walking sticks must be from Queensland grown wood. Prizes in cash fund Christmas gifts for sick or needy children. Entries due by October end with participant details to Cairns Post.
John compliments a woman, noting she seems fifteen years younger and twice as pretty as he adjusts his dress tie this evening.
The Scouts of the British Automobile Association covered 26,004,000 miles last year and erected 73,001 signs. The association’s membership rose from 100 in 1905 to nearly half a million, reflecting rapid growth in early motoring networks.
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