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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1917
Page
3
The Gladstone Town Hall hosted a farewell for Privates Brown Hicke and Hobbe. Mayor K E A Gale presided as supporters spoke of duty, courage, and a safe return, praising their long friendships and urging resilience before departure for active service.
A brother offered help but his services were refused as he believed the choice was theirs. He could do a little and promised to do his best. He thanked them for the handsome present and their kind expressions. The singing of the Nations was followed by another conclusion to the proceedings.
In Saturday Municipal Elections crowds gathered at Town Hall as Gale won the mayoralty with 116 votes over Parsons 98. Councillors Creber Wynea and Evane led in their wards while Goold Humphris and Barclay took auditor and council seats. Gale thanked Returning Officer Mrs Budge and urged devoted service. Parsons thanked supporters and pledged to focus on business. The council ends with the National Anthem.
On December 4 the Gladstone Methodist strawberry fete drew a large crowd with decorated stalls, a Christmas tree, and musical numbers by local artists. Refreshments sold well as non confectionery wares and produce sold out, and a poison-related death of Harold Odgers, aged 49, in Prospect was reported.
At Wallaroo on November 27 1917 workers clashed over inferior wheat stacked for shipment causing about 100 men to be idle for four days. A shortage of properly packed wheat halted unloading for a steamer and a French barque. After intervention by the Wheat Harvest Board the strike ended and work resumed with fewer hands needed as harvest profits rise and haymaking begins.
An article argues that frequent colds come from lowered vitality due to chronic constipation. Decaying waste in the intestines poisons the blood and weakens resistance, allegedly leading to disease including consumption. It promotes NUJOL by Standard Oil as a non absorbed lubricant to improve digestion without side effects.
An old advertisement extols GENUINE BANDE'S EUCALYPTI EXTRACT as safe and effective against eucalyptus oil risks. It claims protection from meningitis, infections, and a range of ailments when used as a nasal drops or topical remedy, praising Sander's refined process and urging purchase to avoid harmful extracts.
An appeal asks electors to choose between backing the government’s proposal to reinforce the front and standing with leaders opposing it. It warns that rejecting the plan would doom the soldiers and dishonor those fighting for victory, urging a December 20 vote.
A historic referendum asks voters to approve compulsory military reinforcements for the Australian Imperial Force, with a 7000 monthly target and exemptions for certain groups. It urges support to keep divisions strong, protect war effort labor, and uphold national duty amid wartime strain.
A humorous remark describes a man who thinks everyone watches him while most observers actually laugh at him.
This item reports that descriptions and price lists for Hedrock products will be printed at the Office of Thla Paper. It notes the preparation and availability of the full Descriptions et Hedrock catalog for customers and staff.
Special notice states the Furniture Department will arrange evening appointments with the Manager for customers to select furniture. The extra large safe valued at 55 and priced at 47/6 is mentioned as part of the sale.
Letters from Jamestown and Peance dated October 16 1915 praise Nicholls Bros Hygispin and Barbal Practitioners for curing eczema and illnesses after failing with six doctors and hospital care. Testimonies cite rapid relief within months and renewed health, with witnesses Dunstan and Lance-Cpl W P Dunstan urging others to seek the treatment.
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