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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 06, 1915
Page
3
A large Australia Day celebration in the town featured a Paddy’s market with stalls, raffles, and side shows. Funds raised reached a substantial total, aided by numerous donations, school activities, and a parade including local clubs and schools. The event generated about 969 pounds 16 shillings 7 pence in receipts, plus varied prizes and community contributions from Bartram, Lawrence, Grubb, and many residents.
A long, detailed letter from Private Las Ayra describes landing at Gallipoli and the first day under fire. He recalls tides of bullets, entrenchment on ridges, and heavy fighting with Turks, including constant shelling, casualties, and the hard conditions of life in the firing line. He mentions officers, comrades, aircraft, and British warships, and ends with reassurance to family about safety and duty.
An article extols BANDER’S EXTRACT as a safe powerful antiseptic for mouth and throat disinfection. It claims inhaled or applied eucalyptus extract penetrates throat infections and prevents spread of epidemics like smallpox and diphtheria through respiratory routes.
A garbled mention of a British scene with Wallington Waterloo and Buonaparte in a non sequitur. The piece hints at winter coughs and a claimed nightly cure with peppermint and bottles of Wood while noting Britons seek relief from illness.
At Huddleston on Wednesday a large concert and dance raised funds for wounded hero Mr. Nichaleom of Rocky River. Patrons enjoyed crystals Brook talent and vocalists, with £35 expected for the cause and £14 plus gifts donated on the night. The event showcased local orchid-rich scenery and committes praised for their efforts.
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