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Newspaper
Saint Arnaud Mercury
Location
Saint Arnaud, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1916
Page
6
A whimsical tale recalls a Bishop visiting a Sunday School where children react with a riddle about money and mission work. The storyteller wonders aloud what use remains for offerings and ponders sending funds to Africa, prompting dramatic, spontaneous commentary.
In a fragmented notice from NSW farming circles, David Hyland & Sons export concern urges selling poultry and farm products with a right of purchase. The faded text mentions farms in Jolly Fermauland and Bennitt’s Freezing Works Melbourne, urging readers about poultry sales and regional rallies.
A damaged OCR passage discusses volunteer badge rejection for applicants, mentions officers in charge, and outlines a format for forwarding decisions. It refers to a firing or discharge of some volunteers and a procedural flow from camp to a vocal examiner, with unclear names and places.
A short item notes that draughts fall out of fashion as The Gang is linked to a trend reimagining the game. The snippet hints at a cultural shift and group involvement without details.
A quirky historical piece explains fowls lack true teeth but have a grit in the gizzard. It then shifts to a wartime YMCA role, detailing soldiers readings, letters, and morale aid, with YMCA representatives aiding camp life and soldier comfort.
A testimonial letter from Dr John Uytter reports long suffering Indigestion and stomach distress. After trying remedies, Warner's Sato Cure offered relief, with full recovery and renewed health. The writer promotes the product and its availability in original and cheaper bottles, noting value for engaged young men who can save for marriage.
A fragmentary report describes a German siege gun causing vast casualties and destruction. It notes an immense weapon with long range, heavy recoil and protective measures, claiming about 2300 men killed or wounded in a single bombardment and praising brave defenders and citizens.
Fragmented dialogue shows Mrs Yeast and Mr Yeast arguing over a mysterious subject with garbled lines about a foot and impossible conditions for women, indicating a damaged text excerpt.
A garbled sales notice promises prompt satisfaction and experienced staff in various goods including hardware and furniture. It claims coverage on all purchases and a money-back policy on returns, except for made-to-order items or special lengths, with emphasis on bulky valued goods.
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