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Newspaper
Laura Standard
Location
Laura, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1901
Page
2
Reports from Melbourne describe a day of local sports and social events. Laura tennis players defeated Gladatona visitors while Laura Junior footballers faced the same opponents in a spirited match. Nearby crowds attended a fancy dress hall at Melbourne Town Hall with costumed participants and a lively orchestra.
A letter from Dr William Smith of Ferry Stepa Port Adelaide states four men have benefited from a remedy called FETACIEY. He urges others to learn of its advantages and endorses its use.
Fragmentary text indicates writs connected to a case titled Tertimentale and linked to 484 Rundle Street in Adelaide with a correspondent invited. Details are incomplete and verification needed.
In Lacra local court before Mr J P Stow the case over a gray horse seized under execution was heard with Frederick Yeing claiming ownership and Ralph Waller Ridgway supporting his claim. The verdict favored the execution creditor after testimony sobre receipts and declarations. A second matter involved galvanized iron sale to Joab Hollett and a later charge for unlawful restraint of the horse led to a fine of seven pounds or one month’s imprisonment.
The first meter of the season featured a series of singles and doubles matches. Notable results include A Bloring defeating AB Corpetius 7 6, J Roper over AC Call 7 6, HB Aareey over a P Goode 7 5, and doubles pairs Blesing with D Roper winning 93. The event closed with several close finishes and a prevented conclusion after 12 games.
June 8 1801 correspondent notes Booleroo Centre crowd witnessed Malresa vs Boslerao Ventre J football with Tommy Schulz scoring two goals for the winners Humpries Stutley Longhurst top visitors lineup Umpire P Urlwin praised Ashies for hospitality Federal team from Boolatoo failed to field a team at Yarrowia with Yarrowie winning 7 0 over the Federals score
A medical testimonial from March 24 1900 describes acute rheumatism cured after twenty months by Vitadatio. The author, Mr S A Eilner, recounts severe wrist and knee pain confining him to bed, then credits the remedy with restoring movement and ending his agony.
The Lanra Corporation extraordinary vacancy election, caused by Councillor Bibly’s resignation, occurred Saturday. Nominees were Joseph North and David Ropar. Ropar’s name lacked on the citizens’ roll, reducing interest. North received 16 votes, the poll declared at 7 o’clock by Returning Officer I Taylor.
Council notes show minutes from the previous meeting as real and confirmed. Various items discussed include payments to C A Kupech and a rabbit inspector, road safety issues on a by road, and requests from C W Wilsdon and Port Anguata for safety measures and ordinances for Moral Night events. Council agrees to join in proposed presentations with other corporations and government authorities.
The entry summarizes council actions on land sales and assessments including requests by Crowe Lands residents, transfers, arrears payments, and relief petitions. It notes motions by Councillors Lehmann Kerr Featharstonhaugh and others, approvals for land sales under Crown Lands, and maintenance authorizations for roads and allotments within the district.
An old Brisbane resident Lanham tells of suffering indigestion and low mood and credits Mother Seigel's Syrup with restoring his health after years of trial. He describes a long usage history and endorses the product for family comfort during illness.
A report on a Wednesday bicycle race describes a spectator riding ahead of the winner to pace, a practice deemed improper. The incident led to questions about crowd control and the rider’s influence on the outcome.
The council discussed minutes read from Instatueting and North’s appointment after Councillor Sibly’s resignation. Routine items covered carpet pricing, hall repairs, cemetery structures, wall defects, and maintenance tasks at the oval with committees approving barring and drainage proposals. The Health Board also reviewed last meeting minutes and recommended abolishing the poll tax in favor of a new system.
The Health Officer outlines regulation for pig keeping and pit removal. Councillor Walker propsed stricter limits, and Councillor Snoman seconded. The inspector's report notes pits near the street and proposes removal notices to end pig storage practices.
The text promotes a cough remedy called The Mother's Favorite Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It claims to ease coughs colds croup and whooping cough and says it is safe for infants and children with no opium in the preparation. Sold by storekeeper David Ruper in Laura.
A large crowd gathered at Jameswom Hospital today for a charity horse meeting. Events included thoroughbred sprints and mile handicaps with Millstream and Kale Nut among top performers, while weather and crowd safety featured in organizing notes.
The text describes a church revival with full attendance across three services. Miss Mle McDonald sang a notable solo at the turning service, and the Calhoun Glee Club performed under Mr Dora Mitchell. Rev V Roberts spoke amusingly and presented events by Mr James Walkinnon. A supper raised funds, with over twelve pounds net from Sunday and Monday services.
Fragmentary text appears to describe rheumatic symptoms and medical terms with garbled words. It references an application period and individuals named David Koper and Leura in unclear context. No coherent event or clear entities beyond these elements.
About 120 residents of Tarcowie and nearby districts gathered at the Tarcowie Hotel on a Wednesday evening in May to bid farewell to Mr J Gray and his family. The event featured songs, piano selections, a cornet piece, and a dance with a supper served later and a modest collection noted as 5038.
A Chicago social figure, Prof. Roza Tyler of Ohiowga Vine Presi dent, shares a testimonial praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for winter coughs. She claims it relieved severe symptoms, reduced doctor bills, and helped her recover, though the notice includes garbled OCR text and mis-spellings.
The Melrose crowd observed a peaceful holiday with tennis trips to Orroroa to assist Boulevue Centr. and minor activities at Willowia Sports. Citizens gathered at the New Blue Range site north of town firing off yam-like signals. rains arrived but no deaths or major damage reported.
Seeing the advertisement of Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, I purchased it in Australia in 187? and found it quickly relieved distress. The testimonial notes its fast action and wide usefulness. Sold by Dawid Kiger, Learn.
The Gladstone team edged Laura 24 to 24 after a tight three quarters, with a final burst from Gladstone in the fourth. Key players included Lane McAloney Fuller and Blackwell, while Sims and Felted coordinated the defense and coaching duties.
A Broken Hill incident left a victim in need of urgent aid but responders achieved a perfect resuscitation. Reports describe chaotic scenes and medical teams acting under pressure as they stabilized the patient.
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