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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1914
Page
4
Teff grass, a native of Abynesia, shows rapid germination and extraordinary growth. On cultivated land it reaches four feet and yields three tons of hay per acre in seven weeks, with good drought tolerance and high nutritional value. Cattle, horses, and sheep eagerly consume it. some dairymen report improved milk.
An old advert promotes Peps as a preventive and remedy for coughs colds and throat ailments. It touts protection against drafts infectious illnesses and bronchial issues claiming Peps aids during crying triggers and night coughs. It lists use for children adults and workers and mentions availability from chemists at a set price.
Representation to authorities seeks better school and postal services for Narra Tarra as 1914–15 plans unfold. Official replies hinge on a satisfactory report from an inquiry committee. Community events include polls setup for Federal and State elections and local meetings noting new committees, affiliations, and trophy pledges.
A garbled OCR snippet mentions a character named Larry Dale and Swen with girls, a devil for fin, and references to riding, winter, and woods. Phrases like Peppermint Cure appear as isolated terms, with no coherent narrative or complete events to anchor a factual summary.
An item touts Wolfe's Schnapps as the most notable stimulating tonic. The brief mentions a popular remedy beverage claimed to invigorate and refresh, reflecting old fashion tonic advertising language.
New South Wales Agriculture Minister Me. Ashford visited Western Australia to inspect North Fremantle agricultural implement works and consider expanding similar facilities in NSW. He praised WA’s project, noted potential cheap machinery for farmers, and suggested NSW may fund comparable works if justified. He also commented on Midland Junction abattoir plans and Claremont dairy distribution, seeing WA as positioned to attract settlers and enhance meat and dairy services.
Market results show steadiness despite scarce rains with strong cattle and sheep demand. Cattle prices reach high levels on Wednesday with notable buys at Fremantle markets. 2,349 sheep and lambs and 92 pigs traded, plus 3 horses. Overall week features firm porkers and rising sheep values, highlighting buyer competition and healthy supplies.
A Perth reader shares a personal tale of kidney trouble cured by Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. After severe pain and red sediment in urine, treatment failed until the pills restored health, with continued endorsement and a note to buy genuine Doan's from Foster-McClellan Co. for 2s 3d a bottle or 1s 6d for smaller quantities.
A quirky exchange shows blurred roles as The Man questions yearning while The Darl ing hesitates, and editor, employer, and clerk contribute odd lines about burned houses a day off and a kitchen floor. The dialogue hints at interpersonal tensions and domestic comedy with several misread pronunciations and fragmented phrases.
The piece argues that desis to furniture should mirror architecture, focusing on material planning and structural strength. W Zimpel establishes a factory on May Street using modern machines to cut costs, produce durable goods, and offer affordable items to the public.
A garbled OCR teaser compiles quirky fragments and odd quips about life, roles, and chores. Silhouettes of mothers, wives, husbands, and grandparents mingle with stray words and misread names, offering a puzzle of partial phrases and foreign tone.
The Presentation Nuns run Stella Maris, a prominent college perched above the bay with Tudor Tower and Gothic turret. Its grounds feature battlemented parapets and mediaeval detailing. The school’s high standard is evidenced by 130 certificates from Adeanne University, Royal Academy College, London College, Bath, and other distinctions across shorthand, university and musical courses.
An early notice advertises accommodation with art students covering model drawing perspective geometry architecture and painting plus needlework and typewriting with shorthand. private lessons offered at one guinea per term and extra charges for machinery use. The piece also promotes furniture sales by W Zimpel of Perth and Wolfe’s Somnapt.
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