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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 30, 1908
Page
6
A dramatic report describes a case labeled Etema spreading across hands arms neck and face causing swelling that blinded the patient. Doctors declared the ailment incurable after multiple treatments yet the condition worsened steadily.
A fragmentary 1907 testimonial extols Cuticura Remedies as curing eczema after weeks of varied doctors and ointments. The narrator attributes dramatic improvement to Cuticura with references to ointments, bathing, and the Cuticura Hook. The piece includes a name and address in England and a call to obtain the treatment from a depot.
A parent recounts trying many remedies for his daughter Linda 24 who suffered bronchitis and sleep loss. After the first battle of SscoTT's Expulsion, her cough nearly disappeared, offering relief from sleepless nights.
A former Nowra resident surveys northern Queensland from Barron Falls to Geraldton. He marvels at tropical fruits and agriculture, notes alligators’ habits, and describes Chinese communities, port towns, and weather extremes. He promotes Cairns, Rockhampton, Townsville, and the Barrier Reef as vast, developing centers with abundant timber and tropical life.
The St John Ambulance Association’s Marbar Trust squad secures the coveted Htoth Challenge Shield after a Saturday contest. They are awarded 40 percent marks, the highest score ever recorded in the competition.
Justice Cussen presided at Auburn Heights Bowling Club opening, joke filled remarks on bowling. He joked of two brothers in fame, bowler discipline, and laws banning bowls centuries ago. Dr. T B Ryan praised, audience laughed as he reflected on Essendon Carlton and schedule.
At Marrickville Council on Monday night a resident from Pile Street complained the Livingstone Road end of the thoroughfare was deteriorating. He claimed repeated replies from the council were useless and urged action, noting lime refuse had been distributed elsewhere. The letter was referred to the works committee.
At Eastwood a meeting presided by P. Humphreys decided to form a literary art debating society tied to the School of Arts. Only School of Arts members may join, and members signed the roll. Mr. Sins was appointed president and a rules code adopted. The free debate is set for next Monday week.
The Rosa Bay Swimming Club will hold its fourth annual meeting at the Sports Club Hun ter street Sydney on Thursday night. The Bondi Paths Life Saving Club meeting at Fellows Hall Queen street Woollahra also occurs Thursday. Committee congratulates members on a successful season, notes a credit balance of £7 18s 10d, and thanks honorary instructors Hadsn O Spyer and Henry 8 Macintoab, captain J Nobbs, and hon secretary L W Abel for assistance.
A bold medical ad markets Pimple Cure pills claiming rapid two to three day results with no mercury or poison. It promises a free sample by requesting name and address and hints at a larger box purchase, using urgent testimonials and dubious safety claims to urge quick ordering.
Reports from Neville reveal a fresh handful of gold from the Poor Man's Friend claim with a small ounce slug and renewed optimism. Elsewhere at Ballarat Forest Reefs, Mount McDonald, Spring Vale Cyanide Works, and Lyndhurst Junction Reefs activity declines or pauses pending new arrangements. important developments include a 70 sovereign bullion haul from sand, a 240 ft main shaft, and plans to raise capital of £15,000 forGift claims while other prospects show a mix of payable yields and temporary stoppages.
A clipped description details a high class Light Ground Cambric garment by Hoyte with Bias Vandyln Hem and Tele embroidery. piping to match skirt is noted. The fragment mentions a date 11/3, likely indicating a fashion event or purchase date in a historical newspaper item.
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