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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1950
Page
2
The author argues that fear of war shapes national vigor but women oppose war as an ideal for national virility. They emphasize home life as a source of happiness and suggest women seek calm activities rather than public upheaval, sharing memories of music and crafts to find fulfillment at home.
The article recounts extreme dieting and fasting stunts in Britain and abroad, noting contestants like Doris Dean who collapsed after a 47 day fast and Ricardo Sacco who died after attempting to beat his record. It cites Teresa Neumann as a sensational case and comments on the perilous extremes of self-denial.
An article surveys a network of dubious clubs and secret societies with risqué names and exclusive rituals. It describes member dues, ticket signatures, and global reach, including groups in London and Manchester and a blend of odd social clubs and age restricted gatherings.
A teaser explains how Starwords puzzle lines can resemble pyramids more than grids. The note demonstrates a reasoning approach and invites readers to try the one puzzle described.
Text argues against a flat earth, citing historical voyages and celestial observations. It notes Columbus and early expeditions as evidence for a spherical Earth, while mentioning shadow curves, stellar parallax, and the pace of navigation to support the roundness theory.
A reader asks how the phrase hauled over the coals originated linking to medieval ordeal trials. The column explains a method of burning feet under hot coals as a test, notes its decline, and queries other curios such as oyster sex changes and hat size measurement.
Fragmentary OCR shows a baked mincemeat roll and bake timings. The text references an oven at 375 degrees and 425 degrees with durations around 10 to 35 minutes. Mentions of lime, paper wrapping, and serving suggestions appear amid garbled lines.
The Red Cross Society Melbourne appeals for foreign books to repair the library at Bowellia Camp Hospital. Volunteers from the Layrury Services Department Vietesian Division will pack books and handle distribution. Contact Red Cross Office 12 Pliviers St Melbourne for delivery or pickup.
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