23 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1907
Page
1
The fragmentary text references a discussion on affections and deceit, mentioning terms that resemble a cryptic or misspelled section of a historical page. No clear people places or events emerge to form a coherent news item.
A letter ridicules federal tender conditions for printing the Commonwealth Year Book. It notes a ban on machines, a £1000 manuscript insurance requirement, £25 tender deposits, and a £100 deposit by the winning contractor, claiming such rules will raise costs and hinder progress. The fragment ends with a later unrelated diary-like note dated August 22.
A fragmented narrative from Upper Chapman recalls a visit by a gentleman called Lord Northampton and local figures. The speaker notes mixed impressions of politeness and pretended gentility, mentions a bank gift, expenses, and social expectations among working people, with humorous asides on attire and community dynamics.
The Home first aid advertises Zam-Buk Balm as essential for households especially children. A Queensland mother testifies to rapid healing of a finger wound and bruises, praising its soothing first application and overall cure. The copy touts Zam-Buk for many skin and wound ailments and lists prices and a Sydney address for purchase.
Fremantle councilors urged separation from the Federation in a West Australian report. A circular favored immediate withdrawal and attacked Federation, with Dr Jones supporting a move to “separation at any price” and questioning the cost of federation. The dialogue claimed Western Australia gained nothing from federation and proposed buying out.
Trish Moss gains strong favor with Mothers of Australia praising Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as economical and reliable to use at the first sign of a cold or cough. Mrs. Catherine Weeks of Bowral NSW confirms it checks the complaint quickly after dosing. Available from chemists and storekeepers.
Sparse remarks show cries for punishment of opponents and calls to close loopholes in the Constitution. Speakers discuss keeping members in the Federation and the public praise of a certain stance, while others urge action.
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