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Newspaper
Peak Hill Express
Location
Peak Hill, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1906
Page
7
Messrs Saxton and Binns Ltd of Pyrmont Sydney forward an illustrated Morgan Simplex portable building catalogue. The four room structure is built from interchangeable 3-foot panels, erectable by one man in a day and dismantled in two hours with no mortices, nails, or joints.
A century old discussion on telephone operators portrays subscribers as rude and obstructive. Sir William Preece advocates respectful treatment, with operators urging customers to read regulations, speak clearly, and be patient. The piece blends public sentiment with practical tips and a critique of user behavior, urging humane conduct to restore service quality.
An eminent dentist warns that contagion lurks in the mouth and systemic diseases arise from tooth sepsis. He asserts decay begins at exposed mamelon surfaces due to the tooth nucleus’ affinity for acids in surrounding solvents, noting devitalised teeth as supporting evidence.
A Moor man farmer found a 47 naval gun shell on an Utrecht district veldt. His sister tried to extract lyddite for decoration and poured water on it. The chemical reaction caused a violent explosion fatally injuring Miss Moorman and destroying the house and furniture.
The King Edward, New Zealand, and Hindustan set fast-fire marks in naval gunnery. King Edward achieved 13 hits in 14 from 12in guns and 30 of 43 from 9.2s. New Zealand fired 17 rounds with 15 hits from 12in guns and 21 hits from 9.2s. Hindustan made 10 hits in 10 from a 9.2 in two minutes, total 34 rounds and 33 hits, signaling rapid progress in large-weapon accuracy.
The King of England has long been seen as tactful and agreeable, now a foremost diplomat in Europe. He has acted as a peacemaker, adjusting to modern conditions while maintaining authority without seeming to rule.
Abstracted Editor notes pressure of other matters leaves no room for the requested topic. Robert offers pudding or cheese, but the editorial team regrets lacking space to address it fully.
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