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Newspaper
Millicent Times
Location
Millicent, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 04, 1901
Page
3
A fragmented 19th century-like article discusses Melbourne and Sydney as rival centers, arguing urban expansion, government control, and economic development shape national prosperity. It notes public interest, overseas attention, and the social tensions tied to capital city prestige and Australia’s growth trajectory.
An obscure late 19th or early 20th century notice discusses a price table for sanasal products and related commodities. It notes large price differences, rising values, and coupon payments, with references to coins per unit and percentages paid. The fragmented text ties price paid to rising values and mentions coupons and free items.
In Teote Intec Foire Oalahic case Millicent Pettee Court records show a theft accusation dated April 27. A defendant claimed intoxication led to stealing a ring from trousers pocket, judged guilty and sentenced to a monk's tether. Other defendants, Brunk Styles and Brackay, faced trials in Geumgeeireet with guilty pleas and unspecified sentences.
Race day at Merpheivilla amid warm weather and large attendance. Notable runners include Marwen Pasre, Yj Dorey, and Vivi jend with several stakes results and dividends tallied for the second day of racing.
The text attacks makers of crop specific manures and patenting practices. It argues farmers must recognize chemical principles, cautioning against reliance on patented formulas. It contends experimentation should be self conducted, warnings about costly, dubious innovations and irresponsible claims.
The South Eastern Branches met at Ponola on May 1 with delegates including Quinn and Molineux. The session explored wool production and soil fertility, stressing the impact of wool residues on soil nutrients, and debated artificial fertilizers versus natural cycles. Discussions covered potash, nitrogen, and phosphoric acid losses, plus the challenge of sustaining pasture on limited land and the need for careful manure management on smaller holdings.
A set of papers discussed at a luncheon in Naracoorte covers the Fabriculin and its effects on sheep feeding. Mr Molinewe and Mr Vale presented on stock topics, while Dr Campa argued for producer coalitions and agent levies. The gathering debated efficiency and methods for Bureau works and reform proposals.
A fragmented page notes a boastful ad featuring a conjuror and claims of patent medicines. It highlights Br Morse's Indigestion Doat Pills praised by a Mr Inen of Murwedbroot, with prices listed and testimonials about curing indigestion and various ailments. The advert promises supplies from The WL Comstock Co. Ltd Australasian Depot and claims curing skin diseases and other conditions.
Millicent Gan Club hosted a Wednesday outing for the baron with a Brownd Show. The handicap was contested, results noted in a match with prize money distributed among finishers. Subsequent items mention railway tenders for Adelaide Station, shipping inoculated oranges, Japan adopting Western civics, and British stance on coronation oath terms amid Catholic concerns.
A dense scanned price list for shop by post offers wholesale prices on leather boots and shoes. It names numerous styles including Calf Balmarmie Calf Melwrrnbe Borderline Ujzh Leg Mulmiorals and Kid Lew Bhive among others, listing sizes, materials, and finishes. The document also features ladies and children’s boot sections with assorted high quality leathers, lamas, and rivets.
The article recalls J. W. Jones and Australians returning to Caps Town after a disturbance at Tongarira Hall. It notes misbehavior by locals, property damage at a pupil’s office, and a fine paid by a small group while patriots were released. A three tailed comet is observed near the Favform sky, attributed to Sir Charles Todd, with timing uncertain.
A fragmented report from Oakland Florida and other locales cites various doctors and patients praising a herbal extract called 3 plywhungel or similar preparations for gynecological and digestive issues. Cited testimonies claim cures or relief, while skeptics warn against relying on non conventional remedies. The piece links these notes to broader debates over medical efficacy and moral fame of practitioners.
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