Mummified Hawk with Blood Drip Captures Headlines
A newspaper mystery recounts a mummified hawk said to have dripped blood during the Boer War era. An English correspondent, Grant, describes the hawk in a devout setting, linking its relic status to ancient rites and a long, curious history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huh
London
Rocout
Grant
Fawn
Gram
Hermonthis
Gena
Westra
Sonny
Anne Krab
Sion
Mies
Tingghinsty
Freddie
Lsu
Heenzo Offers Tonic For Nervous Ailments
Heenzo introduces a tonic claimed to calm nerves and relieve dyshivers. The advertisement touts dosage accuracy, pill packaging, and a price of 1 shilling per box, urging buyers to trust the product for cowentance and correct administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herter
Ayant
Alice Wiiwenta
OW Hee
Joan Mata
The Wool Market and Global Influences in 1980
A detailed economic survey of the wool trade notes weak market conditions in early 1980 and tentative signs of optimism. It cites Germany, Yorkshire, America, Belgium, and Japan as key buyers while highlighting price pressures on growers and uncertain demand. The piece discusses currency effects, shipping, and the need for favorable terms to sustain production, with cautious outlook for future profits.
Millenary Stone Inscription Marks Barnstaple Anniversary
A damaged OCR fragment describes a millennial event in Barnstaple. It mentions Drake, a leader, and a ceremonial stone with an inscription reading MILLENARY STONE. The text hints at district-wide celebration and local ceremonies tied to the milestone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marnstaple
Drake
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Hayes & Russell Ltd
Canberra
Canberra Relief Society
XMAS
Tooth & CO. Limited
Kent Brewery
Sydney
Heenzo
Cme
Darknens
Torn
Germany
Yorkshire
Ameren
Waly
Erincy
Wil Bug
Japan
Lester
Cary
Comemers
Warrytig Bank Oder
Barnstaple
Athelstan
Nat
Australia
Kaberra
J. A. Murdoch
Desh
Federal Capital Press
Melbourne
Federal Capital Press of Australia
Lidh
FCT
THE
Canberra Times
Teem
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