Baring Mortality Amid Arctic Ice Storms
An 1880 voyage recounts a perilous escape from heavy ice near Purdy Bay as the ship faces fierce wind cold and crashing ice. The crew endures dwindling provisions near the Greund Maona Talend and finally secures near shore after a grueling night at sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baring
Antigua
Batwewa
Parraboro
Neva
Mynalf, Then & Young
Bay of Purdy
Lind Mens
Saro
Rome
Fragmented 1789 Diplomatic Tale Amid War Fears
An OCR fragment recounts late 18th century diplomacy between Rome and Turkey with mentions of a Grand Vizier, a Sultan, and Kirkaldy, hinting at negotiations and a dramatic farewell. The garbled text references crime reprisal discussions and trade, with various titles and places unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rominne
Furka
Jarshal
Keith
Kirk
Sou Ganpad
Howildnpak
Bultan
Turkay
Kirkaldy
Georgetown water supply protests and heated council letter
A jagged 1908 letter from a Georgetown resident complains of poor dam water quality and high prices. The writer references Bantam neighbours, requests price reductions, and urges purification and better supply for homes as a public welfare concern.
The Sky Marines Poem by Alfed Damond Runyon
A fragmented verse piece describes Sky Marines with dynamite in hand and airborne duty. The speaker laments war’s impact while invoking names and places as the scene shifts through chaotic marching imagery and dreams of glory and Nobel prizes.
300000 Sheep and Lambs Exported Decline and Prospects
The Advertiser reports export figures through December, noting 300000 sheep and lambs exported up to December 12 from Port Adelaide. Totals show 271208 for the prior period, 263640 plus revisions, with 184739 killed at the depot and 208000 through other dealers. Agent Lenax forecasts continued export drive toward 250000 lambs, with a potential total approaching a quarter million as shipments rise before the period ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onyx
Port Adelaide
Lenax
Owen
Pups
Huay Perind Ennis
Soreign Rancinta
Poultry fattening and export guidance from a poultry manual
The Poultry Manual discusses fattening for market, selecting meat forward, feeding schedules, and balance of grains and milk with small additions. It covers preparation before killing, hygiene, and timing for export readiness, advising careful grading, crate packing, and advance notice to sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claes
Vulva
Despicable Tactica Exposed by Rival Editor Letter
A verbose critique condemns a neighboring editor for defamatory conduct and sensational reporting. The writer recalls a Barton resident's claims, defends cautious sourcing, and attacks the rival's honesty while urging principled journalism and truth over expediency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inkslingar
Barton
Brer Rabbit
Low
Notin
Ahia
Tha Gahia
Jilvoe
Ehenes
The World's Best Tennis Players and Davin Cup Clash
A garbled session reviews the Davin Cup battle at sea in late November with American and Australian champions facing Victorian tones. It mentions prize pictures in Life’s January issue and previews various articles and stories including Standard Oil, Christmas tales, and adventures under tropical seas.
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Sean
Novembar
America
Awstralaain
de. Burchett
Standard Oil
John D. Ronkfallar
Donley
Christman
Peter Bonne
Julian A. Dimanaly
Mapa
Diggeyma
Mr. Dow
A. Somerset
Bamber
Tin
van Dusen
Tree Planting Advice for Timber Foundation and Returns
The text outlines planting 100 trees for a timber enterprise, noting long term permanence and per acre yields. It stresses deep ploughing, timely funding, and careful site preparation. Planting should occur June to August with removal of damaged trees and replanting as needed to ensure future timber and financial gains.
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Himes
Plantout Bf
Advertising's Power Says London Lecturer at YMCA
A lecture tour in London by A Cy Svat urged widespread advertising as essential to business success. He argued no product reaches markets without publicity and that leading firms invest heavily in education and consumer awareness. The talk, presided by officials, linked ads to thrift, comfort, and national prosperity. Also mentioned were broader notes on brand promotion and local business impacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Cy Svat
Werson
London
Allie
Fonda
Clothea
Musa
Syants
Beoohan
Lavur
P. C. Catt
Splendid remedy claims cure for multiple ailments
An advert promotes a tonic by W.G. Heams Chemist Geelong Victoria claiming to cure headache indigestion constipation and biliousness. It asserts improved liver function and overall health after weekly bedtime doses and offers Frootoids as a remedy for constipation with a price of 1 shilling 6 pence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.G. Heama
Geelong
Victoria
Startling evidence of tonic relief cited by reader
A reader recounts severe pain and nerve distress, claiming Clarement Tonic helped after failures of other remedies. The account suggests dramatic relief once the tonic was used, noting a marked improvement in strength and pain, with comparisons to a similar case.
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Enanoeaum
Whitr
Vorgetown
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Alfed Damond
Runyon
Beoe An Hachanes
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Roel
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Pasos
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Tarrawarra
Wig Bilston
Cheosbarini
Gogh
Tor
Desbig
Gindstone
Lddstone
S.winkler
Harvesting Sole Proprietors
Chas. Atkins & Co, Ltd
Adelaide
Bledder
Wolfe
Areas’ Express
Geo. Rimes
Simpson
Ty W. FH
Devble
Gladstone
Chamberlais
Apatite
W. H. Deoble
Arcreswick
Australia
Victoria SQ
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Mr. Creawicke
Shaw Wook
Craewick Ba
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Chamberism
W. B. Deoble
Gladatons
Ghorge Wills & CO
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Tee Irvine
Petia
United Alkali CO
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Wallaroo
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