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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 28, 1918
Page
6
A vintage trader recalls experience with tea grades and customer habits. He notes preference for No.1 Grade tea despite some buyers shifting toward Rebun due to higher profits, while acknowledging steady sales of No.2 Grade and monthly tea tests.
A fragmentary tale depicts an old salt who faced no danger as a small crew traveled by boat. Characters argue about gear and safety while a cockney passenger jokes and dreams of a costly meal, amid casual nautical banter and anxious laughter.
In Douglas In London Opinions Clemenceau’s rallying cry is praised as a symbol of indomitable spirit. The piece urges unity across Britain and allies, calling for steadfast support to Britain America Italy and France and condemning wartime squabbling among politicians while praising commanders and troops who endure wind and wave.
An urging speech calls for nationwide mobilization of all citizens for victory over Germany. It emphasizes that every man and woman, from factory workers to homemakers, must contribute to war work, with women joining all tasks from kitchens to workshops. The speaker praises soldiers and stresses society must support them and the front-line efforts.
Readable lines discuss the value of thumbs in work, comparing left and right hands. It notes that the vast portion of value comes from the total hand, with estimates varying by occupation and per cent factors. The piece suggests fingers support the thumb in professional tasks.
An old note describes superstitions about birds and luck, detailing readings on the imagined omen of a crow and ways to ward misfortune. It also contains household tips for stain removal and fabric care, including rags, ink, river water, and ironing methods.
A garbled piece mixes a deranged monologue with butcher rates from Metropolitan Meat Markets dated March 19, 1918. It lists Prime bodies, hinds, lambs, porkers and bacon prices per 100 lbs and per item, alongside stray social commentary and odd moral musings.
Letter from Mrs. F. Alexander recounts her son’s Brights disease recovery after using Warner's Safe Cure. She claims eight weeks in hospital, initial decline, then miraculous improvement after taking the product, and later kidney recovery after her own treatment with the same cure. Available in various bottle forms and sold by agents nationwide.
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