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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 25, 1918
Page
1
In a village taproom the long haired stranger muses on nature and adaptation, joking that police have oversized feet to keep balance on duty. A nearby tramp requests help, but the householder chases him out, remarking he is not a railway porter.
A business owner laments a shocking loss of most cash after an employee vanishes. He explains multiplying business activities forced him to divide attention and confesses trusting the worker. A friend gently corrects him, noting the man was a “subtractor,” not a nourished adder in his bosom.
Readable fragments claim a cough remedy branded Stockport Remedy has fifty years of proven efficacy. The sparse text notes its use for coughs and chest ailments and advertises a long history of effectiveness.
Military terms define army levels from about 150000 men for an army to 13 000 to 20 000 for a division and 4000 to 7000 for a brigade. Other units include regiment battalion platoon squadron and battery with typical strengths listed.
Extracts from German publicists translated in the Australian press reveal a long standing aim to expand into Australia. Authors claim Australia is nearly theirs and outline brutal plans to subjugate and repurpose Australians, with warnings of mass deportations and German rule in a future colony.
Acceptances listed for the shore club picnic meeting on Monday 8th January including Beattie Stakes a six furlong race featuring The Eason Why. Also notes public preference for a pure aspirin product Nicholas Aspirin manufactured under license by Geo B Nicholas Co advising available through chemists and makers in Melbourne.
Adelaide born Mr WV Smith, who lost use of his arms after a childhood accident, travels since 1904 and will give daily exhibitions in West Australia. He paints with a brush in his teeth under the guidance of Adelaide fistist Mr Ashton after a long recovery and funding efforts.
In the office the habit of leaving for a quick break at 11 and 2 each day has faded. The chief now allows a tea break with freshly made Tea In the office and Robur, eliminating the need for outside refreshment.
An advertisement from Messer and Tobacconist formerly of Perth and Fremantle proclaims the opening of a new Hair and Dressing Saloon. It claims the establishment is second to none and offers personal care and fashionable grooming with services for gentlemen and ladies.
Proprietors of Holbrook's Sauer announce no price rise to Australian consumers despite a recent rate increase from Kugler. The extra cost will be borne by the makers, keeping Holbrook's Sauce available at half-a-crown to two shillings per bottle depending on size in coastal towns.
The note lists lunar phases and a noon reference with terms like first quarter and pull noon, indicating a terse sky watch or tide guidance.
The entry outlines merchants in foreign markets supplying steamship lines, listing ports of sail and approximate sailings. It notes current editions include freight rates and advertising options from £3, with contact via Apchurch Lane, London EC.
European Agency advertises prompt execution at lowest cash prices for Beit, continental goods, books, stationery, boots, shoes, leather, chemicals, glassware, motor cars and accessories. Special quotations on demand. Sample cases from $20 and up. Discounts shown.
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