Digging for Victory proves any corner can grow vegetables
A Sydney feature urges readers to Dig for Victory by converting every sunny patch into a productive garden. Theodore William Bliss shows a 150 foot high rooftop garden yielding lettuce cabbage tomatoes spinach and more, while experts suggest small spaces and containers can sustain herbs and vegetables.
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Theodore William, Bliss
City Mutual Life
Bligh and
Hunter Streets
Sydney
Mr. Bliss
Bliss
AL Hunt
Waverley
Australians Embrace Inventions Drive For War Aid
The Australian Inventions Directorate reports over a thousand ideas from civilians to aid the war effort with more than 100 new submissions weekly. British and Australian experts review each concept, noting most ideas are impractical though some may spark useful innovations, as public faith in ingenuity grows.
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Commonwealth
Army
R. D. Woolley
Australa
Australia
Scirecturate
Owen
Sinnce
H. J Gough
Ministry of Supply
Inventions Bureau
Orchardist Held in Orange Gaol Over Principle
72 year old John Anderson was jailed in Orange Gaol for nonpayment of £10 plus costs under National Security Apple and Pear Acquisition Regulations. He refused to pay, arguing government overreach. Acting Attorney General Beasley had ordered a suspension of the arrest warrant, but it arrived too late.
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Beasley
John Anderson
Apple and Pear
J. P. Breen
MJHLR
Culare
Orange
Privilege 3.M Wallwork Hosts Maintenance Court Test
In a Perth maintenance case a wife sued her railway worker husband for neglect. Wallwork noted the husband had provided the wife with all three annual Bunbury to Perth railway passes. Mr Hughes quipped that this showed taxpayer generosity. Wallwork asked if Hughes had a pass, which he did but said his wife received no benefit.
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Wallwork
Bunbury
Perth
T. J. Hughes
Stan T
Hughes
Mr. Wallwork
MARK TIME on spending AT TENTION to i10 National Savings
Ad page note urges readers to focus on spending priorities and national savings. It reminds advertisers to mention the paper in communications. The message underscores caution in financial decisions and media engagement.
Infant Health Notes Third Month Progress
Sister R M Nicholson describes three month old babies development including head control rolling to the side smiling and responding to voices. Notes steady weight gain six to eight ounces per week and emphasizes regular feeding rest and a calm environment to avoid overstimulation and colic from over or rapid feeding. A well ventilated pram and safe playthings are advised.
How to care for a colicky baby and support mother
The article advises regular feeding for Babe and highlights a mother rest routine including a midday break with feet up. It notes that infant fussiness often stems from maternal fatigue and suggests fresh air, brief feeds, proper bottle warming, and nursing alongside bottle feeding. For colic it recommends warm water, holding the baby upright, warm compresses, and foot warmth, with medical consultation if pain persists.
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Kraley
Times Ad Debacle Shows Out of Joint Press
Readers note a clash between Dr. Margaret Vivian and the London Times over an advertisement for a book on life after death. The Psychic Press owner laments censorship while the Times inspects and edits content, prompting discussions about religion, publicity, and press policy.
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London “Times
Times
Shakespeare
England
the Times
Psychic Press
High Holborn
London
W.C
Psychic News
Margaret Vivian
Vivian
Dr. Vivian
Cenam
Red Cloud
Oliver Lodge
Psychic Press Ltd
Red Umbrella in Submarine Sparks Wry War Jokes
In wartime Sydney news, a Japanese midget submarine's attack is joked about after being swiftly repelled. A red umbrella found aboard is playfully questioned, while readers note long march training and debate whether gold mining should be preserved for strategic reasons in Western Australia.
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Sydney Harbour
Sydney
North Pole
Department of the Navy
Tasmanian Debates Higher School Leaving Age
In the next Parliament session the Tasmanian Government plans to raise the leaving age from 14 to 16. Premier Cosgrove cautioned the measure would not become law until conditions were more favourable.
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Tasmanian
Jill Poses
Cosgrove
Sleepless and Nervous Patients Benefit From Pink Pills
An advertisement touts William Pink Pills as a remedy for headaches back pain sleeplessness and nerves. It claims the pills restore blood health boost vitality and improve sleep and mood with testimonials from a Mr Mian of Boogul and promises rejuvenation and energy.
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Mian FM
Willimme
William
Chemists
Storey
Heenzo Cough Remedy Ad Seeks Quick Relief
An old advertisement touts Heenzo cough remedy promising fast relief for coughs bronchitis sore throat and influenza like illnesses. It claims economical dosing for children and offers a price of 2/1 for a pint when diluted. It urges purchase at local stores or chemists.
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Cuba
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Plant Food
Tank
Ouf
Benish Inventions Bureau
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Hay
Englate
Hitler
Bureaus Caverts
Orange Gaol Ceils
Infant Health Notes
Sister R
M. Nicholson
Baby
Moge
Balletin
Babe
Ommen
Judex
Amlf
Military High Command
LE. B. Newman
W.A
Bewick Morcing and Co
Newman
Jilex
Conan Vayn
Wrigley
Ashton
Ashton & Parsons
Ashton « Parsons
Phosferine
Ashton & Parsons) Ltd
North Sydney
New South Wailes
Medicine
Hearne
The
Red Cross and Comforts Fund
G. Bearme & CO
LTO
Geelong
Jake Eno
Emo
Eno
eSaya
Boms
Commonwealth Savings Bank
Cooper
Dalgety & CO. Ltd
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