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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1943
Page
6
A former Australian doctor argues venereal disease could destroy civilisation if unchecked. He cites syphilis linked harms from births to blindness, engineeers a strong public education push and urges government action to isolate and treat infected individuals. He recalls World War I examinations and calls for peacetime control.
A vintage style advertisement touts HEENZO COUGH REMEDY as a perfect cough remedy. It claims ideal qualities, high score on all points, and a concentrated preparation sold for 2 shillings. It suggests mixing with sweetened water and lists use for coughs colds croup sore throats and influenza.
An advertisement states authorised by the Victorian Hairdressers' Board to perform all hairdressing services and specialising in tobacco products including cigarettes cigars pipes and smokers' requisites.
The article explains a 5 Star Plan used by American housewives to balance weekly food allowances. It divides £5 into five essential food groups: fruits and vegetables, milk and cheese, meats eggs and fish, bread and cereals, and fats and extras. Each portion supports nutrition while staying economical.
Church notices list next Sunday services for multiple denominations across Numurkah and nearby towns. Times vary from morning to evening with ministers or readers named for each location.
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