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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1910
Page
3
Fragmented OCR shows a sale and building notices row with scattered names like Byward and Milam, plus references to BUSINESS NOTICES and various place names and dates. The readable bits suggest a public sale or let listing and assorted notices from a newspaper page.
A Warrnambool boots dealer promises dry feet with guaranteed waterproof footwear. Wainwright and Son boast 50 years making boots in the district and pledge exchanges if not satisfied, appealing to farmers and workers.
A early 20th century advertisement claims world class footwear for both ladies and gentlemen at much lower prices than city houses. It promises up to date window displays and fair trade backed by three years of growing business. A free gift of boot paste or rubber heels with purchases over a stated amount is offered.
An odd reminiscence from Eton features Lord Avebury crediting time value. He recalls avoiding idle moments by advance preparation and carrying small books to use every moment. The piece quotes his tutor mockery and Avebury’s retrospective discipline. It ends with a remark on Russian and Japanese women as skilled workers.
A terse exchange between a young man and an old gentleman centers on a dispute over behavior and perception. The dialogue suggests social friction and irritation, with a punchy accusation about smucking and backstabbing, tied to a Chron Chust Complaints note and a Woods feature involving Veppermine Cure.
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