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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1918
Page
3
War dispatches cite German advances near the Aisne and Leng fronts with Allied counterattacks repelling raids west of Morlancourt. Paris says heavy fighting continues around Noyon to Chateaux. Madrid reports 700 deaths from a new disease. insurrection spreads near Smyrna and Konia.
Melbourne report notes the House of Representatives passing the Hepatriation Bill after lengthy debates with Minister Rodgers active in discussion. Steel shortages halt composite shipbuilding, plans made for six wooden ships of 2600 tons. Senate adjourns after clearing notices. Controversy over railway clerks and Defence Department bungling cited. unrest at Orange NSW church. a pearl dealer license limited at Broom WA. Queensland Premier resists adjournment for recruiting.
The Portland potato show judged by J T Mamsey of the Department of Agriculture featured a broad array of tubers from districts including Parke and Hebron. Exhibitors and officials praised the display, noting strong quality, careful arrangement, and the value of these shows in promoting improved stock and cultivation practices.
Fragmentary lines reference origins from Odyssey and poetic text. The readable phrases mention families, themes of fate and journey. No clear event, date, or identifiable figures are discernible in the legible portion.
Bridgewater observes a memorial service for Private Verey Compton at Mont Wichawnd. The service features readings and songs as community members gather to honor the fallen soldier and contributions are collected at auction to boost the war fund. About 1200 could be raised, with gifts announced as part of the event.
A damaged historical ad from Sydney promotes Doah's Oxotmma claiming pile cures with alleged permanent results. It mentions Dr Bush and Waster McCiehian Cy and urges readers to purchase at 79 Pay Site Sydney, with promises of swift relief after use.
An early 20th century note describes a home made remedy said to treat golds, bronchitis, asthma, and related symptoms. It touts ingredients from various sources and claims to soothe symptoms, heal, and offer a better medicine than others. The text includes obscured terms and possible brand or remedy names, indicating a folk medicine advertisement or testimonial.
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