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Newspaper
Talbot Leader
Location
Talbot, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 10, 1914
Page
6
An editorial critiques a plan to stop calf slaughter for veal as a means to boost beef availability and lower meat prices. It argues such regulation would not raise cattle numbers and could force dairy farmers to discard calves, harming the dairy supply and farm viability. The piece notes faster finishing of cattle and the complexity of meat production.
The State Savings Bank of Victoria invites applications by April 20 for four percent debentures or Venture stock offered at £99 10s per £100. Debentures run ten years to 30 April 1924 and may be paid with prior issue debentures. stock optional, non transferable by delivery, payments to registered proprietor, attractive for trustees seeking limited negotiability. Debentures are tax free, government guaranteed, and secure a first charge on Credit Foncier assets. Loans cover farms and residences up to two thirds of valuation, with limits from £50 to £2,000 for farms and £5 to £1,000 for cottages and shops.
A plea highlights the Austin Hospital for Incurables in Melbourne Victoria as it seeks ongoing funds to care for pitiable patients. Staff endure trauma from cancer wards and staff burnout, with one third of funding still needed. Community donations, including from the Druids’ art union, are requested to keep the hospital operating.
Two letters from Australian readers describe long term kidney and liver complaints and claim improvement after using Warner's Safe Cure. They cite back pain, poor digestion, nervousness, and fatigue, praising the remedy and urging others to try it. The letters list various ailments treated and advocate buying bottles.
The column relays stories about Lioyé George touting his popularity and recounts a tongue in cheek drowning hero tale. It features an Edith Hulbert Hamilton quotation and comments on prudence and blessings arising from preparedness.
A consumer notes Robur chemists are keen tea drinkers and praises Robur No.1 Grade for its pleasant flavor and satisfying effect at home. The speaker values keeping wits about them and prefers the Robur brand for everyday tea drinking.
In a humorous newsroom exchange the editor notes a typesetting error in the Crapley Smith wedding notice. The foreman reads the misprint describing Miss Smith as pimpled and skinny, contrasting with Crapley’s bald physiognomy, revealing the editor’s frustration.
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