Patriotic Fund Raffles and Gambling Problem Debate
A wartime letter urges banning gambling from patriotic fund drives, condemning gambling’s drain on wartime budgets. It attacks professional gamblers and cites Victoria’s six million annual gambling losses, arguing the Commonwealth War Budget rivaled by such losses and urging mobilization of public support for anti gambling measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australis
Huncres
Ebrong
Victoria
Raille
Rugging animals in cold weather sparks debate
A fragmented note suggests concerns about owners rugging animals to their advantage as winter bites and conditions wear on livestock. The writer references A. Arnott and others, implying shifts in care practices during the cold snap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Arnott
World War I War Relief Meeting in Melbourne
A wartime gathering in Melbourne discussed branch work and sympathy deliveries to soldiers. Talks praised patriotic efforts, with plans for blankets and a Wagon Bed project, and a list of donated comforts prepared for troops overseas.
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Shill
Dinweola
Kal- Fo
Beeniope
Nasik
Dimer
Hon Act
Jung
Marilian
Wandin
W. Allan
Harsbi
Voudertem
Hem
Oll
Cummins
Throuch Ibnes
Mes
Swale
Symet
Neighaerideont
Waelum
Relitho
Caulfield
Women's National League
Gasuradl
Etek
A. A
Asn
Avtimg
Dad
Mer
Cork
Bev Ding
Omunitie
Jane Vommithe
X Werion
Pimple and Blackhead Cure Sold by Soap Remedy
Miss M Helps reports relief from pimples and blackheads after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment as directed. She notes the trouble disappeared and recommends Cuticura to others. Includes offer for free samples by post with Skin Book and addresses Sydney and towns and Co. Bold text throughout.
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Queens Parade
Devonport
Auckland
B. B
Lhbey
Jaievaya
M. Helps
KE. Towns & Co
Sydney
Europe, War, and Welcoming Hospitality Recap
Fragmentary reminiscence of wartime sentiment across Britain Australia and Europe. The narrator notes bloodshed in Europe, loyalty to France and Britain, and the hope three kings and leaders may be reinstated. The piece then shifts to a social gathering with toasts, hospitality, and reflections on wartime strain and collective endurance.
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Christ
Henja
Wright
The
Empira Min
Europe
Australia
Gallipoli
Germany
Mughes
Rodger
Popetri
Ativan
Beada
Horlie Sharpe
Mae Pere
Daerming
Labor Party
Loong
Lotti
Dong
Winketther
Hanle
Movi
Ueste
Bill Moe
The Penalty of Overwork in Daily Life
A distressed overwork theme warns that heavy labor burdens strain health. It notes symptoms like back and kidney strain, fatigue, and abnormal urine as warning signs. The piece promotes Don’s Badinchs Tay Cena Canes Comat as a suggested remedy.
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Jenna
Don
Unreserved stock sale draws buyers from across the state
A large stock sale drew buyers from many parts of the state despite rain. Merino wethers, crossbreds, and ewes sold strongly with prices ranging widely. notable consignors include Messie Millar, A. Fisken, J. Walsh, and Wimmera districts. A substantial catalog of livestock and farming implements proceeded, with high turnout in multiple sales yards and several private transactions recorded.
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Bayers
Carter
Glenwood Fatale
Yardel and Wold
Messie
Millar Crow
Wimmera Downs
A. Q. Fisken
Leal Lal Batate
Vendom
Dno
Walsh
Mehenzig
Agust Levitake
Mes. Elliot
Merino Wethers
Jens Clark
Shay
F. T. Murray
Eros Lamba
Ernas Ewes
Wr. T. Sayer
Mr. Cavanagh
We. A. HL. Meakle
Cross Wethers
Sme
H.W. Mechor
Omerine
F. Hinch
Mehay
Glenorchy
W. AL Rubme
AL Kroker
Mossie
Langley Nroe
St Helens
Fimins
Sprimiere
Une
Uoluny
St. Murray
Bornes
Ppa
Schmidt
Mam
Dirvbdvela
Denne
Lamba
Jive
Coutts
Lithmur
EK. Sharp
Aniva
Bis
Elvarinz
Gath
Nerount
Wr. W. Campbell
Lillimur
Bis Cenraag
Voraesers
CIA
Shepp
Ioamdog
Vander
Wah
Hood
Kellalae
Atock Sale
Kiebert Pimith
Aibird
Geo, Symons
Cross Ewes
A. Mathieson
Hately
Moo
O' Conner
Crosbreds
Hines
Ana Tulloh
Paeclev
LW Owen
J. Meacher
WR. Tickisom
Tse Lawson
W. F. Wacherty
Dubin
T. Saver
Re Merrett
Hl. Towne
A. McDonald
J. Reed
I. Dyers
Ty Nace
A. Bond
RR. Wyllie
O'Conner
Ty Nicholson
Philips and
Widleton
Eastly
Hichardsop
M. Fuoncum
M. Burton
J. Connell
F. H. Murray
Lhunean
T. Peony
W.ranton
EB Williams
Alwen
Beav er Stool Medicine Advertisement Chronicle Item
An old advertisement asserts Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy relieves cramps colic and stomach pain in both children and adults. It claims quick relief within a few doses and notes the medicine is sold everywhere with Beaver mentioned as the remedy name.
Repatriation meeting on district committee in Horsham
A Horsham district executive committee met at the Town Hall to discuss repatriation plans for soldiers. The meeting approved appointing collectors with motor cars to canvass country districts and to select a bank, with the mayor and others to sign related cheques.
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Horsham
Tureday
Millar
McGillivray
J. Working
Omer
Learmonth Amd
Messrs
Bolton
Learmonth
D. Anderson
Hodpres
Sterenich
Flwtgers
Welbourne
Anderson
Repatriation Fund Appeal Letter From Local Citizens
A dated February letter forwarded to the Minister for Dreams requests support for a repatriation fund for rotor soldiers. The writer asks for donations or in kind promises to inspire public spirit and unite the councils in backing the scheme, mentioning Wane and Corangamite and local figures.
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Vth
Bers
Dremes
Sangtor Piro
Rotor
Trey Ant
Contro Vedic
Way Council
Australian Casualties in France (171st Aviators)
The 171st official list records 545 names among Australian forces with 3 officers and 177 men killed in action. Postings note 4 missing, 14 wounded, and 1 prisoner of war, with casualties attributed to fighting in France.
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Aviat
Pepeiitey
France
Metain
Sy Jurado
Ft. Ill
Klorshou
S. Larkdaaw
Yrahion
Zam-Buk Healing Ointment Praised for Skin Burns
Letter excerpts describe Zam-Buk as effective for scalds and ulcers. Mrs. Al Quimmu reports pouring hot water burned her feet but was soothed, while Mavi Zaid Buk notes rapid relief from inflammation and healing. They claim improved condition after eight months of injury and endorse the ointment at 1/6 and 3/6 per pot.
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AL OuimMu
Duke Street
Eual Fydney
Sa. Wy
Gui
Mavi
Cletiests
Kellalac Sheep Sale At Kellalac Market Report
Regular sale at Kellalac last Friday drew strong bidding with a yarding of finest merino and crossbred sheep. Prices ranged to about 9 2s 6d per head for cross ewes and near 1 1s 4d for merino wethers, with total for sale around 155 pounds, as Wirrell and Wallup consignments drew buyers from distant districts. Kellalac sale scheduled Friday next with further consignments expected.
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Gros Aml Wabert Smith
Kellalac
Avisinet
McKensie
Wallup
Weihers
Mere Weihers
Riday
Endian Priiay Neat
Bewlah Sale
Foul Breath Warns Women on Personal Attractiveness
An old admonition about foul breath argues it ruins charm and social contact. The author asserts women with bad breath suffer pity and avoidance, urging care and correction and noting breath reflects digestive issues. It mentions Dr. Morse's Indian Root Pits as a cleansing remedy.
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Morse
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