Radio sales stir farm talk in late 1930s town
In a vivid slice of local life an old farmer resists a radio salesman while neighbors debate gadgets and values. A buyer pressures for a cash deal as a radio set moves from kitchen to parlor amid talk of farm needs and town options.
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Colae
Mel- Norris
Spdnig
Adelaide
Brisbane
Hector the Wireless Bird Adventure
A fragmented tale follows Hector the wireless bird through a quirky misadventure with an interprising runstne and hints of secret plans. The narrator hints at hidden schemes across regions while Hector carries out tasks for a birthday surprise and a hospital visit.
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Ie Amore Rlusiva
Holmes
Bette ‘Nuire
Tack Wien
Hector
Jack
Mertor
South Wates
Queensland
Victoria
Macy
The People’s Bread Ad Urges Trust in Honest Baking
A fragmented entry declares bakers hold an important trust to provide wholesome bread. It promotes R. W. Turner & Sons as offering the best bread in Fores and urges customers to switch from Curate’s Bakery with strong printer’s emphasis on quality and integrity.
Radio as a hobby and the mystique of listening
An odd feature profile describes listeners who obsess over radio reception and station moods. It covers how enthusiasts log daily readings, weather cues, and atmospheric noise, with anecdotes about collecting and tuning rituals and a humorous aside on a radio dealer encounter.
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Henedit
Timara
Bydnew
Owen
Varloua
Air TV
Broadcasters Appeal Supports Hospitals Amid Charity Drive
A Beondeant ward fundraiser showcased strong public sympathy as Brlins Proaidcastive sation GB issued an appeal to aid hospitals. Speaker Mr Leuney received a substantial offer of £400 from a prominent recipient in response to the appeal.
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Oggt
Brlins
Javda
Raila
Leuney
Te'e
Mitiquier
Norwich and London Accident Insurance Association Notice
Norwich and London Accident Insurance Association advertises personal accident and workmen's compensation coverage. Terms of application and policy options with PHATH CO and Diatetet Lepresentativen are listed for prospective clients.
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Norwich and London Accident Insurance Association
Phath & CO
Diatetet
Chinese herb specialist to consult at Albion Hotel
Mr Peter Yee Lee offers consultations at the Albion Hotel Pom. Thursday January 99 1888. Hours 1p. He promises treatment of every ailment both internal and external with expert skill.
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Albion
Local Darwin tale features town chaos and strange editor antics
In Darwin a mixed population watches odd events as the poundkeeper faces questions over three old crocks and yard releases. The editor of the Timex reportedly drives reckless, hits a stake, and calls for removing silent cops while the mayor defends them.
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Riscoubell
Darwin
Timex
Trafic
Timea
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