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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1918
Page
2
J Hopking of Auckland tests Sander’s Eucalypti Extract in 1876 for neuralgia and feverish headaches and reports it as the only remedy that worked in his home. He notes a later substitute failed and that the product remains a staple in his household.
A well attended Enchre tournament and dance followed the local farewell to soldiers at Gladstone Town Hall on Tuesday evening. After the national anthem, seventy two contestants vied for prizes donated by Mesdames Gale Grubb and Baker. prizes awarded to Mrs F Winter Mr S A Besa and others.
A trawler docked at a northeast England port with a recent catch that secured sales totaling 10,790 pounds. Local fish merchants reported strong demand for the freshly landed catch.
From the Arena Kapreza 1878: Mr Kivliott of the Architect Office visits Gladgtons to select a site for a new gaol, planned to be elaborate and large to house many prisoners. Also notes Fairclough of Georgetown altering his house and tenders for extra rooms at the Georgetown post office. The fourth NW Agricultural Society show at Crystal Brook drew four thousand attendees with a dinner at Thompson's Hotel and a list of speakers.
Arbor Day events resumed at the local school with a morning address by the Mayor and other officials. Twenty two trees were planted as pupils and visitors joined a program of songs, prizes, and refreshments despite light rain.
An advertorial touts Sanders Extract as a universal tonic and safe remedy for many ailments. It warns of dangers from common eucalyptus oils and sensationally claims prevention of meningitis and infectious diseases, with uses for wounds burns sprains and colds, urging households to rely on the product.
Red Cross ladies at Gladstone Parish Hall welcomed Miss d Arenberg who spoke on Red Cross work and methods. A tea raised two pounds for Cross funds followed by spinning demonstrations at the Methodist Lecture Hall with lessons on spinning wheels and sewing machine attachments.
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