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Newspaper
Saint Arnaud Mercury
Location
Saint Arnaud, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1916
Page
3
A Melbourne council debate fills the page with discussions of mayoralty influence, staff reductions, and the impact on public works. The crossfire touches on electoral reform, employment, and the government’s power over local city services amid looming challenges.
A longhand letter from Sister Laura Wheeler of St Arnaud details ongoing fundraising and help for soldiers families, including wartime nursing support, hospital visits, and plans for Easter events. The writer notes engagement by authorities, lists local trips, and remarks on the good work of volunteers and the reception from the community.
A soldier, G. Awards, writes from homeward bound back to a hospital unit with details of marching five days, a four day team ride, billeting in a village, and a review by Loyd Altahone. He recalls gunfire, trenches, weather, and longing, sending affectionate regards from Armand Frionde.
Auction report notes Edwards with top tricks and skins, hires, and furs, plus a diverse stock list. Horses, pigeons, cattle, fruit and vegetables attract demand. home furnishings and timber also sell well amid strong competition. Local entries include several animals, produce, and household goods with prices and lot details.
An aged face is claimed to be renewed by a wool remedy that regrows hair and tones the skin. The ad touts a fast whitening effect and suggests a process to look years younger through a facial makeover product. It emphasizes beauty benefits and encourages belief in the remedy's effectiveness.
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