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Newspaper
Laura Standard
Location
Laura, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1914
Page
4
A fragmented notice lists Commercial Union and multiple partners covering live risks and property under material causes, accident and fire, with rates detailed for various policies. It references street addresses in Adelaide and mentions sickness, policing, workers’ compensation, fidelity guarantees, and related risk management by Assurance Co. Ltd.
A fragmentary report lists policy highlights for Liberal ministerial candidates including constitutional expansion, amendments to the Commonwealth Bank Act, tariff protection, immigration policy tied to per capita figures, Northern Territory development by rail, retirement allowances, and debt resumption. It references intergovernmental cooperation with New South Wales Victoria and South Australia.
A fragmented ad style piece extols the importance of vision and mentions local opticians Taubman and Pank, urging readers to consider eye care as essential to appreciating nature, music, and daily life. The text is garbled but centers on eye health and professional services.
Fragmented text outlines a labor platform tied to White Australia policy and industrial controls. Mentions candidates such as G.F. Totes, W.O. Archibald, A Poynton Wakeiolt, W. H. Sammpeon, and references to monopolies, municipal ownership, and protectionist measures.
Wirrabura branch members and visitors proposed as new members include Wizer, W J Ragleas, R Quinn and BO Toppieb. A detailed paper on tree planting outlines deep ploughing, rabbit proofing, furrow planning and measurements to mark planting rows, emphasizing drainage and protection from stock.
A garbled ad-like text warns of delayed health problems from improper kidney care and back issues. It references a product claim and a purchase offer for six bottles of a tonic, urging readers to obtain DOAN by mail order. The piece uses chaotic phrasing and scattered names, indicating an old-style classified medical advertisement.
Bongoolia District Council proceedings summarize August work on roads and bridges. Repairs, deliveries, and laying of culverts proceed. some washouts remain due to lack of materials. Finances show monthly expenditures and year estimates, with rates and grants noted.
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