12 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 12, 1918
Page
1
A fragmentary cosmetic advertisement notes a product for aging skin described as dark brown patches and youthful tone. It mentions a price of 3/9 and notes sale at Crite's Pharmacy in Cairns.
Master Lionel Butler presents an essay praising Australia's wartime effort in 1914. The piece argues for supporting the Seventh War Loan, detailing costs for troops, medical care, and logistics, and warns against pacifist excuses that could endanger Australia.
An appeal promotes patriotic saving urging Australians to invest in the war loan. It argues thrift strengthens the nation, protects wealth, and teaches youths to save, noting that every income level can participate and that supporting soldiers upholds the Anzac name won by brave young troops.
Sweltering dry spell leaves wells perilous as rain looms and fever spreads in homes. News of Bulgaria’s surrender to the Allies brings cheers. Obituaries mark deaths of Steve French and Willie Groves from heart disease. Weddings, hospital fund events, and local movements fill Mossman notes alongside reports on hookworm, aboriginal health, and mill layoffs.
Advert describes Dr Shel don's Magnetic Liniment as a cure for rheumatism. It claims the rub draws out pain strengthens muscles and reduces rheumatic symptoms leaving users feeling younger. Price sixpence and sixpence halfpenny. available at chemists and storekeepers.
If you are bilious food ferments in the stomach take a full dose of Chamberlain's Tablets. They will clear the stomach and strengthen it, helping you recover your appetite by tomorrow.
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