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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 24, 1908
Page
5
An old advertisement touts Frootoids as a cure for headache indigestion constipation and blood poisoning claims of rapid relief and liver cleansing. It asserts Frootoids remove waste from blood and organs and cure constipation with nightly doses while urging against regular laxatives.
A fragmented notice urges readers to obtain certain ingredients from HEARNE, Chemist Geelong, Victoria. It stresses very best quality roots and ingredients, with vague phrases about frequency and ordering, aiming to direct purchase through the proprietor.
The piece recounts a fierce daytime stand on a north slope with reserves behind and a risky artillery move. It notes the missteps that followed as troops retreated, the bravery of gunners under fire, and the heavy toll of shell, shrapnel, and misdirected efforts. Engineers and medical corps are praised for rapid bridge building, road grading, and camp sanitation efforts, including a robust water supply and field sanitation practices.
Visitors to Sydney are urged to call in to Lowe's showing exceptionally good values across all departments. The notice promises favorable prices on items and mentions a winter catalog. Readers are invited to visit and inspect deals with sales staff ready to assist.
The report describes football and rugby fixtures and attendance expectations for tomorrow at Glebe, Kasiern Subba, and the Oval with New Town versus University. It notes F J Bit’s absence due to bereavement and mentions preparations by a Northern Suburbs club and other local teams, with projected crowds at First Grade matches and delays due to the All Blacks game.
Readable fragments show a jumble of names, places, and phrases. Many proper nouns appear without context, including person names and locations such as Belton, Minne, Northern, and Artarmon, with scattered references to events and teams. The text lacks coherent narrative or discernible single item.
The Sydney team of Lady Life Savers passed the Royal Life Saving Society exam with credit. Misses Dorothy Kemp Amul Sha Kathleen Guimery Doris Babarovich Mellie Watt Emily Dowling and Rita Biddell were successful. theory and practical water tests praised. The examination was conducted at Bronte Baths by Mr G J Williams.
A fragmentary note from Lt. Jordan at Spicer's Creek mentions Dr. Mew Cimcovere and Eveison's New Discovery for ailments. The text is garbled but suggests claims of cure or treatment efficacy for conditions described with unclear terms.
A detailed cricket report notes Deane and Growford’s 4 run win, Laurie and Lindemen reaching significant scores, and Clarke and Fisher contributing for their sides. It lists teams, players, and forthcoming matches with venues and times, urging attendance and results for Thursday and the following week.
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