The Divining Rod passed down through ages of belief
A historical sketch discusses the divining rod as an ancient probe for water and minerals, notes scientific skepticism from the Society for Physical Research, and recounts trials by farmers and prospectors in Australia. It cites respected figures, methods, and the debate over whether the rod senses underground water or is a product of experience and intuition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Tauporad
Astra
Fia
Cox
Dave Leen
Itv
Loneda
Wnclans
Society For Physical Hercarch
Profewor
WF. Turret
Ube
Moe
Wri
al- Yuvind
Wecouiyosat
Voice care claims from old ad copy raise questions
An OCR fragment touts a remedy labeled IWN SINGTON'S TRISH MOSS claiming to strengthen the voice, ease the throat, and build the lungs. The text also mentions BONNING but lacks clear dates or provenance, making precise attribution uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iwnsington
Notable Mining Figures Tied to Gwalin and Burma Interests
The text outlines connections among mining executives including Gerard Lovell and Walton, noting past roles with the Northern Mining, Sons of Gwalia, Great Fingal, Mt. Elliott, and Burma properties. It mentions positions at Noteg van and Codigantie related ore dealings and managerial shifts at the Creadl Fingal and Youvanl teams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerard Lovell
Walton
Nichtsami
Wauchope
Temmamagemient
Gwalin
Lovell
Ywanacer
Minow
Lawlors
Sons
Gwalia
Great Fingal
Mt. Elliott
Burma
Fir
Bewlek
Moring
Co Me
Beechams Pills Pioneer to Patent Medicine Scrutiny
Joseph Beecham of St Helena England testified before the Select Parliamentary Committee in London investigating patent medicines. He described Beecham’s Pills and Beecham’s Cough Pills as secret remedies, claims a six-decade family business, sales exceeding a million pills daily and over fifty tons of ingredients last year, with about £100,000 spent on global advertising. He opposed standardizing formulas and echoed calls for quality controls in proprietary preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Beacham
St Helena
England
House of Commons
Acking
London
Vice Medical Association
Joseph Beecham
Reecham
Wnt
Knuth
Bnt
America
Canada
Australia
Hhis
Bereham
Meical
Boochom
Beechary
Imory
Texi
YALGOO Race Results and Rider Six Month Suspension
The Yalgoo meeting reports include race results such as Burnaimtate Gashio Ad and Aladdin with noted performances. A rider from Pungunitie was suspended for six months for not retaining the proper pace, while other entries like Selling Hack Back and Grasshopper are listed among the events. The Yalgoo Handicap features Le Bowe, Miner, and Lome as contenders amid a crowded card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yalgoo
Yalsoo
Burnameimtate Gashio AD
Tonnjovale
Pee Cat
Iy Pungunitie
Suirtwrine Grasshopter
le Bowe
An Easy Way to Remedy Super Fluous Hair
An old advertisement-style remedy describes a simple inexpensive paste using zinc oxide and orris root to remove facial hair. It claims roots will be killed in days, with a caution that it is not a substitute for shaving and may destroy hair roots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Zimpel
Dow
Wwf
Lyra
Dandruff Scalp Cure Promises for Infant Head Condition
A mother from Toowoomba reports infant scalp dandruff and hair loss. After trying various remedies with little relief, she used Cutcura Heap and Otutanent, claiming the white scabs disappeared and hair growth returned, asserting a permanent cure for her baby now one year old. The notice cites Towns & Co Sydney and promotes Cure Hoop and Cutcura Ointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren St. Lily
Toowoomas
Bain
Fee
A. P. Hageton
Elections and events underline a crowded Northampton week
In Northampton on April 13 the community prepared for an election to sit on the Ket Roads Board as candidates Si L Burges and others faced a likely contest, while social events such as a convent hall dance and a local circus drew crowds despite rainy weather. Upcoming boxing and mineral lease notices, with names like Arthur Rowan and Jack Hailes, hint at a busy period ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northampton
Ket Roads Board
Messrs
Si L. Burges
Mont iWberrKe
Legislative Assembly
FAI
Fiyland
Phil
Riggs Istvat
Dumean Myndepson
TD Lextrr
D Minhan
Wineberg
Sunny Corner
J Whodcock
Ant Hy. Dwyer
Curtain
King's Mapt
Arthur
Rowan
Jack Hailes
Kinick
King's Hall
Weight Gain Remedy Sparks Controversy in Health Notices
A dubious weight gain prescription claims to rapidly improve health by increasing appetite and flesh. It promises dramatic strength gains within a week and contains warnings about nervous system effects, urging readers to obtain the remedy from chemists. The ad touts universal cures for catarrh and indigestion while admitting potential risks to nervous systems.
Navy and Black Dress Serges Offered by Sears
Sears advertises a selection of navy and black dress serges in multiple yardage options with dates and prices. It teases upcoming fabric arrivals and a sale event at Wolfa’s.
Mail Time Table and Rural Post Routes
A detailed list of mail departures from Geraldton and various stations with times. Entries include East Chapman Forrester's Maynard's Saunder's Shield's Thomp-Elso Bons and Pearce at 7 pm, Tihradden Station at 7.45 pm on Fridays, and multiple routes like Fremantle Worth and Midland, daily 5 am and 5 30 pm on Fridays, plus numerous other stations and bag notes with varied weekly schedules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ussler
Geraldton
East Chapman
Forrester's
Maynard’s
Saunder's
Shield’s
Thomp- Elso Bons
Pearce
Tihradden Station
Tank
Ellendale
Glengarry
Sandsprings
Worth
Midland
Alee
Naragulu
Bootenal
Georgina
Gingin
Irwin
Coorow
Moora
Ciw
Lake Aurtin
Tonnonville
Magnet
Newsnorracarta
Pindar Worarg
Yalgoo
Mudewa
Anid Sam
Mookathirts
Nawnine
Tinwt
Keojerina
Northampton
Mondasa
Friaya
Tanlurong
Uppree Chipman
Mt. Brin
Nabewah
Yetna
Roslyn Farm
State Varn
Naraling
Yuna Oon
Yurwlays
Privain
Chapman
J. Li
Nuillier
Foote
Dilliston
C. Landor
Ani Bell
Smith
E Yuna
Pascoe
Cook
Wandina
Woolgerong
Yula Station
Yuin Reef
Yanget
West
Fragmented Clues From a Local Event Narrative
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a local event narrative with scattered names and quotes. It mentions fashion, marriage, and people debating permits, but the text is incoherent and contains many garbled terms and stray phrases.
On Train and Across the World a Poem of Health
Fragmentary OCR yields a historic-sounding line praising health and strength for all men. Mentions travel by train and global reach, with a shout of great peppermint pure as a branding aside.
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Oma
W. Gillens Pox,e
Nlbrook
Worcestershire
Moleboor's
Noteg van
Bax
Mhjon Haily
Inerure Fardymons
Poapoun
Balrado
Brin
Bouilet
East Malvern
Victoria
Wolfa's
Sears Ar
Baditone
Mery
Bescham
Ibeecham
Robur
Chiveen
Woods
D. J. McGauran
James Moore & Sons
T Wber
Melbourne
Standard Fire Insurance Company
Dafoe
Dirlachoe Street
Charles Hormann, Ceraldton
Thornley’s
KONDO
Thomas
Crossley
Crossley Bros
Bsc
Angie
Saunders & Stuart
Stites
St Perth Loos
A. H. Evans
Fitzroy
Goviasnear Aithervision
Raebeeeeneteee
King’s Cafe, and Ladies’ Hairdtressing Saloon
E. A. Udy
Olly
Osiand
Marine Terrace
Gerald N
Warwicker
Makin Prmkacr
Ural
W. Zimpet
Geraldton Exytrees
Ans
Bournville
Cadbury Bournville
Commonwealth
Bank of Australia
Sisting
Mom South Watee_aydnes
Canterra
Malbourne
Quewmet
Esiane Au Feynoite
Austrailia Sihite
Westatee
Australia Tech Tammania
Stefond Bee
Fernie Krollaon
Tang
Kinga Swen Toned Savings Bank Department
Mary Onde
Sagem
Nislehae
Elder, Shenton & Co. Limited
Mount Lyell
Trou
Caeium Carbide
X.L
Waite
Huntley & Palmers
Buttercake
Preson
Kathe
Wight
ATL Union
Idest Amd Mont Joystar
Art Union
Sith
Amd Bulle Charities of
Nuarate
Flinders
Picbata
Amy
SNFU
Tho. W. Heide
Filmfire
Webster’s
GUIDE
Ieee
Geraldton Axprens
Amy Addrewe
Advanee
France
Tienry Criteri
M Iypraes
Ola
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