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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 26, 1908
Page
4
A reader reports a long standing skin irritation recurred yearly and was cured by Cuticura remedies after trying various products. The letter mentions consulting physicians and brands, dates, and that symptoms persisted until using the Cuticura line, with address and product notes included.
An old newspaper ad touts Cuticora as a cure for infantile and birth humours and skin ailments. It claims rapid, painless relief with low cost, stating many cases are cured when other remedies fail and appealing to worried parents. The language is promotional and medical claims are unverified.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a querulous scene with names and places, mentioning Srowis Elec ta, Wawa, DTR Sjel, Solan, and a string of agents and streets. The text hints at actors, shades, and a supposed fate tied to Australian Brady SROs and Ceunge Street, but readability is limited.
A reader protests a lease plan for a Coogee foreshore site and questions council support. Letters critique the North Shore Bridge proposal, rail electrification timing, and council wages. Contributors cite officials, council actions, and public notices, urging preservation of seascape and scrutiny of development plans.
London reports an invitation from Mr A Deakin to visit Australian ports, while a Congo reform debate in the Lords and a Italian state trial unfold. Signor Niss is sentenced to 360 days after embezzlement findings, with related cases against Signor Lombardo. Druce case details involve perjury, diary schemes, and alleged fund-raising for Espenson. Mining shares and copper markets noted with price changes and market tendencies.
The British Terrier Club announces leadership changes with president Ray M Keown set to address upcoming matters. Frank Musgrove, popular Criterion Theatre figure, joins as Fingland adviser while M Keown travels to Sori Foxiaied Bord for committee preparations.
Inquiries reveal main agricultural lands at Pilliga scrub of nature suited for farming. A group of farmers from Narrabri and Queensland reportedly traveled to inspect the area, disregarding terms and ownership while seeking guidance. Mr C J Tonyg led a delegation to assess the land and found it promising yet unsettled for occupancy.
An announcement from Brussels outlines a forthcoming International Exhibition to open in April 1910 and run for at least six months. The event will feature fine arts and general sciences, machinery, agriculture, food products, textiles, and more, with pavilions on a 200 acre site near the city. An executive committee will organize temporary displays, conferences, and demonstrations, plus a commercial bureau to protect exhibitors and attract nations.
A Railway League forms in Wyalong to advocate the extension of the line to Lake Cudgellica and to press a deputation on the Minister for Works. The text also includes a long testimonial advertisement for Doan's Ointment claiming cure for eczema and piles with dated, dubious endorsements.
The Governor General approves numerous Royal Australian Army postings and promotions across the Central Administration Royal Australian Artillery Australian Light Horse Hunter River Lancers New England Light Horse and Infantry regiments. Names include Major H W Dangat, Lt J B Horse, Charles Simmons Royle, Cecil Beaumont Milly, Patrick Connelly, and others with provisional and senior ranks. Formation of the Coolsh Hire Club.
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