Britain’s Greatest Need Booklet Aids Barnardo’s Homes
Dr Barnardo's Homes presents a wartime illustrated booklet urging every child born in Britain to be nurtured and trained for future service. The appeal cites 50 years of aid to 84 000 children and 5 033 Barnardo boys admitted since the war, seeking donations to fund ongoing efforts through London headquarters.
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Barnardo
Britain
Isilora
Thua
Lord Beaverbrook
Canada
Ickey
4Th Canadian Battalion
Victoria
Hickey
Deete
Gallipoli
Barnardo'a Homen
Willian Baker
Ll.b
Stepney Canoeway
London
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Contorted Symptoms of Infant Sickness Noted in Report
A fragmented medical excerpt describes severe infant distress including irritability, tremors, convulsions, and poor appetite. The account mentions persistent jaw movements, frequent crying, and digestive issues with limited feeding, reflecting dangerous neurological and gastrointestinal concerns.
Postal Rates and Fees in the Australian Postal Guide
The text lists postal rates for letters and single cards, and charges for books printed outside and inside Australia. It includes rates for magazines, reviews, serials, and newspapers with intervals not exceeding three months, and parliamentary debates bound as Hansard.
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Australia
Pumbera
Wheat thefts shock Mt Templeton farmers during harvest
Mrs Mutter discovered about thirty wheat sacks cut open in a paddock with grain scattered, a wilful act police are handling. Harvest proceeds well with returns as expected. In Long Plains district 70 000 bags will be moved to a new site after a petition to Sir Richard Butler. Local buyers are Cava & Co and the Farmer's Union. Carting starts now.
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MT. Templeton
Mutter
Celesely
Sii
Perrone
Richard Butler
Wheat Board
Long Plains
Cameron
Snowtown
Messrs Cava & Co
Farmer's Union
Barwell
Watchman School Celebrates Certificates at Cavanaghville
A December 18 presentation at Cavanaghville School honored five qualifying certificates. Parents witnessed as Miss Steinwedel and teacher praised by Mr Spillane chairing and Mr Williams endorsing. each child received a gift. A record year’s work was hailed with an enjoyable afternoon.
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Cavanaghville School
Spillane
Miss Steinwedel
Williams
Amid Oak Cradle, Vast Leaves Build A Quiet Scene
An evocative note hints at immersion in nature with a vast oak whose millions of leaves symbolize depth of joy and sorrow. The passage explores how environment shapes emotion, suggesting happiness bears thorny growth and a crown of contentment carries hidden costs.
Yoothamurra School Glenenberg Boarding for Girls
A brief notice advertises Yoothamurra School Glenenberg with Miss Dow as principal. It describes a day and boarding option for girls, healthy surroundings, five acres, balconies, outdoor sleeping possible, and on-site cattle poultry and vegetables. Information and contact details via the principal.
Splendid Remedy for Children's Coughs
Mothers across Australia prepare a home cough remedy using Two Shillings' worth of HEAN'S ESSENCE with water and sweetener to make a pint. The mixture avoids paregoric laudanum and opium drugs, presenting a safe option for Goughs colds and related illnesses.
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Australia
Altered State Income Tax Rules Outline Reforms
New Taxation Acts change the accounting period to the twelve months ending June 30 and require returns for July 1 to June 30. Exemptions reduce to £150, with £500 for active service non military pay. A wide range of new deductions and higher rates on personal exertion and property apply, plus combined super tax scales for higher incomes.
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Elec
Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Promote Recovery
The ad claims kidney trouble causes backache and fatigue and urges prompt treatment. It cites Mr J Mortimore of Port Pirie West reporting relief after using Doan's Backache Kidney Pills from Skene's Pharmacy. Sold widely for 2/9 per bottle. six bottles 15/3. Foster-McClellan Co Sydney sells and posts on request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
J. Mortimore
East Terrace
Port Pirie West
Skene
Doan
Foster-McClellan Co
Pitt Street
Sydney
Doyle Endorses Hean s Essence Cold Remedy
Secretary John W. Doyle of the Eight Hour and Labor Demonstration Committee praises Hean s Essence as an exceptionally good remedy for colds. He notes its moderate price and rapid action make it appealing to workers with large families. Hean s Essence is sold in chemists and stores with two shillings buying a pint of cough and sore throat remedy.
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John W. Doyle
Yaney
Hean
EAN
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