Melbourne correspondent recalls Mr Wharton in old world style
The Melbourne dispatch profiles Mr John Wharton born in Canterbury and later in Australia, detailing his youth in Harrow Cambridge and careers from hotel keeper in Ballarat to ringmaster in large circuses. It traces his journeys across Australia and New Zealand, his visit to Tudin, and eventual return to Australia after a relative’s death. The piece ends with notes on politics and public affairs in Canberra and Melbourne.
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Wharton
Roadera
Arnaup Menouny
John Wharton
Borden
Tiuo
Mr. Wharton
Canterbury
Kent
Harrow
Oambridge
Irela Wheal
Mer. Wharton
Australia
New South Wales
Theo
Victoria
Goldields
Fylog Tortone
Ballarat
Teri
Goldfields
Malle
Doyara
Barton
Redbink
Wilcon
Cbarvnt
Owens
Cooper and Bailey
Commonwealth
New Zealand
Tudin
Lyoa
Field
Green Room Club
Wagland
Doan's Ointment Promises Relief for Piles, Says Ad
An extended testimonial advert claims Doan's Ointment cures piles and hemorrhoid irritation. It cites Mrs Andy of Autelier Street and a husband relieved after four years of flare ups. The pitch urges buyers to insist on the Doan's brand at 20 per pot from distributors in Sydney.
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Vale
Mia J
Unity
Autelier Street
St. Arand
Sayer
Dtu
Andy
Wosters M'Clellan
Sydney
Doan
Hidden Gift Tests a Happy Couple’s Trust
A newlywed couple faces tension as a concealed item in a pocket hints at a doctor’s digestive remedy. The wife’s health and trust interplay with a looming sense of danger, while a mistaken belief about happiness persists amid the domestic scene.
Wrinkles Smoothed Away by Vathml Skin Balm
A vintage advertisement claims Vathml a pure white skin balm smooths wrinkles and crow's feet. It markets quick results against rough winter skin and sun exposure, promising softer hands and refined skin year round. Available via Mareleon, Chemlat, and Arnaud agents.
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Ironiog
Wade
Aed Koopatt
Pontage
Mareleon
Arnaud
A Soldier's Letter From Private Les May 1916
The letter from Private Tine M Kay, formerly of Quean's Avenue Sv Arnaud, details Anzac Day celebrations, a battalion dinner, and a trench bombardment. He recalls a spring-like Australia, soldiers praised for bravery, and plans for leave to London. He notes casualties, wartime duties as a bomber, and determination to honor Australia.
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Tine M'Skay
A. M'Kay
Quean's Avenue
Sv. Arnaud
Tranor
Andor
Australia
Fom
Anatealla
Hoya
Obnelle Martin
Tom
Banda
London
Australian hero Jacka wins Victoria Cross at Gallipoli
Lieutenant Jacke of Wedderburn, first Australian to win the Victoria Cross at Gallipoli, is hospitalized in London after sustaining eight wounds at Contuary Point. The award, dated July 2, honors his bravery on May 1980 night, where he held a trench, killed several attackers, and led his men while under heavy fire. Jacka, 22, a Geelong native, grew up in Wedderburn. a younger brother William also fought at the Dardanelles.
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Jacke
Wedderburn
Gallipoli
Agate
Poulares
London
Jacks
Australlang
Albert Jacka
Victoris
4Th
Amtralian Infantry
Neigade
Coneploudla
Conttury's Point
Ponineula
Jacka
Savon Torks
Jackete
Fan
Geelong
William
Dardanelles
Siduay
Land Compensation Award in Crowlands and Navarre Railways Case
Judge awards Samuel M'Culloch £436 for land taken for railway purposes from Woodlands estate near Crawlund e. The award notes depreciation of about 0.738. No substantial rabbit-proof fence impact proven. little enhancement from line proximity. some compensation for land taken and related costs.
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Winureke
Crowlands and Navarre
Saniel M'Culloch
Woodlands
Crawlunde
Wimmera
Haweab
Hig
Rabbita
Clalmat
Bla
Ltty
Hlaexport Witneuson
Iemata
Lvmenos
Samuel M'Culloch
Sporting Notes Rifle Shooting at Local Range
A sheepstake was shot on the local range on Wednesday with seven shots at 300 and ten yards. C. Hosking won. Participants included Deutts, Wosking, Alexander, Steward, W. Golding, W. Wilton, S. Wilton, H. Leach, and W. Woods challenging A. J. Wreeces. Final scores listed as cryptic figures.
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C. Hosking
C, Wosking
Alexander
Anhur Na
F. Steward
W. Golding
W. Wilton
S. Wilton
H. Leach
W. Woods
A. J. Wreeces
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Shown Safe for Children
Advertisement claims uniform success of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for coughs colds and croup in children. It contains no narcotics is pleasant to take and suitable for adults as well. Sold by all agents.
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Victoria
Clements
Nurse Wilkinson
Laurel Kerosene Trade Mark Announcement in Australasia
Laurel Kerosene promises a soft brilliant light with no smoke or odor and restful to the eyes. It declares Laurel as the new trademark for high quality American kerosene sold across Australasia and New Zealand, replacing the White Rose brand by Beery Vacuum Oil Company Proprietary Limited.
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Australasia
Vacuum Oil Company Proprietary Limited
The
Commonwealth and
New Zealand
Welfare work at Vacuum Oil Company showcases worker benefits
A Visit by Mr WH Judd highlights Vacuum Oil Company Proprietary Limited in Australia detailing extensive employee care. It explains enlistment incentives with maintained salaries, education and training, a pension plan after twenty years, and life insurance at no cost. The firm operates plants in Sydney Melbourne Fremantle and runs twenty five Australasian offices. It markets kerosene motor spirit sprays oils and lubricants and publishes The Vacuum Review and Gargoyle Bulletin.
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WH. Judd
Vacuum Oil Company
Promictary Limited
Comepany Proprietary Limited
Alllee
Wesent
Brisbane
Wacuum Oil Company Proprietary Limited
Australasia
Sydney
Melbourne
Fremantle
Comepany
Star
Vacuum Review
Gargoyle Bulletin
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Aids Croup and Whooping Cough
Mothers of croppy children rely on Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for quick relief from croup and whooping cough. The remedy eases coughing fits, helps expectoration, and reduces paroxysmal coughing in young children. Widely carried by retailers.
Dr Sheldons New Discovery for Coughs and Colds
Mothers rely on Dr Sheldon s New Discovery a proven remedy for coughs colds and throat chest troubles in babies and families It promises quick relief and broad availability claiming to cure whooping cough and prevent discomfort during cold seasons obtainable widely.
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Sheleton
Sr. Sheldon
Dr. Sheldon
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Backed by Four Decades
Public notice emphasizes trust in Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, claiming forty years of availability and nationwide sale. Promotes reliability and urges consumers not to substitute.
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Chamberlain
Local Telephone Charges for public telephones listed in town
The article lists charges and exchange locations for public telephones with rates for conversations. It names numerous places including Ballarat Heudipo, Geelong, Melbourne, Maryborough, Stawell, and Navarre, plus exchanges and offices, detailing costs and service areas across multiple towns.
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Aveolaine
Ballarat J
Kanyon
Dunolly
QraGre Central
Grothee North
Hereham
le Homiion
Vfl
Joel Josl
Owe Kooreli
Logan
Laudoborough
Londsborough Hailey
Melbourne
Maryborough
Morel
Muril
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Defence
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England
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Lo Koowo
Alreo
Metalo Exchange
Blacollesgnea
Toutcher
Gorman Tohoola
Ararat and
Browell
Cabined
Lawson
Ministar
Touchar
Scorstary
Murray
Qonmle
O'Callaghan
Hogland
Europe
America
Vyadem
Dm'leod
George Turner
Cegeod
Sir George Turner
Ste Georgy
Veldoy
Goth
Pelmo Miofater
George Tener
Adetralla
Ageomo
Thora Fe
Ehowa
Atmost
Ib Ta
M'Leod
Gheldon
Belen
Les
Jager, V.O
Samuel Moulloch
Crowlands Navarre Railway Trust
Sporting Notes
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Ancient
Babylon
Babylonia
Assyria
Mesopotamian
Laurel
Childean
Chamberlein
Lena
Chiamberlain
Western Australia
Alice Wilkinson
Hyde Strart
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Porth
Sandy Thin Fetter
Hubroniuerg
Nama
Avery
Mea
Kyales Woo
Naw South Wy
Bank of Victory
Mary Bennetty de
Bell & Loetinoe
Dlakeley
Ryd
Marcy Orong
Jina
Darcy
Davlon
Divols
Tal
Law
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Doukley
Fy Elvan
Man
Adem Schwarila
Urlyada Tatlon
Mlointny
Cardine
Gurdisr
Lonea
Mitchell
Realdhange
M'Aulay
M'Glachan
Boan
M‘gowan
B. M'Kcechnie
M'Kochnte
Pelyat Hove
J Dad
Vn Robinson & Hokey
Jama
Soon Hows
Boos
Ryan
Joseph
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Dayor
F Svott
Sutford
Braty Savinga Bank
Stuward
Hhh
Stratun
En ‘Layton
Wreney
Miea Walsh
We Webb
Ah Western
Je A Williama
Woo
Tha Post Attica
USHER
Lewin
Gates
Lawle Heow
Che
Generel
Menand
Wisterhy
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