12 May 1939
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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 12, 1939
Page
1
An OCR damaged fragment promotes Doan's Kidney Pills for relief from back pain and kidney-related discomfort. It references signs like aching, fatigue, and pale skin, urging readers to try the remedy with implied success claims and brand names.
A fragment lists times and locations for a schedule with Mt Helena at 8 a.m. and Mundaring at 9.30 a.m. Also mentions a 9 a.m. or 9.30 a.m. start and a May 14 date with a district reference.
The Jennacubbine Cricket Club invites club members to a wind-up dance in Mumberkine Hall tomorrow night with admission set at two shillings. A highlight notes a York trip for the Annual Military Ball, joined by several Light Horsemen in three cars on Wednesday. Largie Fleay, training for Army championships, suffered a deep cut above the eye during sparring with stitches, aiming to compete next week. Two Northam men briefly passed through Toodyay on Tuesday, traveling by punt from Northam toward Perth, but turning back after not getting far.
Dorcas notices in Toodyay include Mr C Scrabbe and visitor Mr W Hamer sley sure. A coming of age party for Stan Robinson was hosted by Mrs C Smith. A local padred no pacifist answered the roll call at Toodyay and York military balls. Northam High School pupils Rosie Britt Billy Roach and Peggy Batty on winter vacation. Warrant Officer Horan visited Toodyay to instruct on the Hotchkiss gun and some Light Horsemen discussed officers before learning his rank.
Mr WS Campbell won the clubs 18 holes stroke competition held last Sunday while Mrs Campbell took the ladies section. Mr Christies score was the best off the stick. This week an 18 holes four somes competition is scheduled.
Both sides used partial teams in a keen contest at Toodyay on Wednesday. The Pirates won five goals to one with goal scorers including A. Sinclair two and B Donegan three for Pirates and R. Hodgkinson scoring for the Cardinals.
A railway trolley returning to Toodyay on Thursday collided with a cow near Coondle after the brakes were applied but a skid on the wet rails prevented avoidance. Repairer Les Thompson was thrown from the vehicle and treated in Toodyay for an injured shoulder. The cow was not seriously injured.
An old style classified ad offers multiple auto items: Re NU liquid for engine conditioning, CAR-NU glass restoration, KANT-Puncture tyre treatment, RE-NU Plastic Leather Rubber, WENDa-Leak radiator sealant, and RE Nu Battery Welder. Includes trial prices, COD terms, and a Melbourne address with a 1932 date.
The first stage for Mr Deacon s trophy was fired last week over 30 yards. This Sunday starting at 9 a.m. the concluding stage will be fired over the 50 yard range for Ist Ind and 3rd prizes. last week s scores shown.
Literary and Debating Society invites the public to a Tuesday night address in Road Fay Lesser Hall by Mr Roberts B A The talk titled The Mediterranean Danger and the Australian Farmer recalls his memorable international affairs address in Toordyay The Society hopes many will attend.
The Toodyay Post Office logs rainfall for May 4 to May 5 with 95 points on Thursday and 94 on Saturday and 19 on Monday, 49 on Tuesday. Total rainfall recorded was 2.47 inches, season total 5.12 inches.
Clark Gable and Myrna Loy star in a daring war newsreel thriller about ace cameraman Chris Hunter and aviatrix Alma Harding as they chase world events from China to New York with Bill Dennis joining a three way rivalry. Walter Pidgeon, Walter Connolly and Leo Carillo also appear.
The Toodyay Cycle Club held a Sunday red race with senior five miles. L Chitty finished first and fastest, W Chitty second, B Chitty third.
The monthly Road Board meeting will be held tomorrow Saturday at the Road Board office on Stirling Terrace.
A fragmentary note from a Friday publication shows W Crosbie based in Stirling Western Australia. It references a printing imprint and local newspaper cadence. The readable line hints at an Australian regional issue or notice without further detail.
The Postmaster General's Department introduces newly designed Mothers Day greetings telegram forms and envelopes in bright colors. The sender must write "Mothers Day Greetings" before the address and will be charged 18. Last Telegram rates apply with no extra form charge. Telephone subscribers may send greetings by phoning their messages to the nearest Post Office.
Advertisement notes envelopes at face value of 10 per unit, 260 units priced at 10 each, with thousands available. Mentions sales tax and contact prompt for purchase.
Historic ad claims Woods' Great Peppermint Cure treats coughs and colds. It markets a peppermint remedy as a universal cure, naming the product as a patent medicine aimed at general respiratory relief.
Sunday at 7.30pm a Mothers Day Service will be conducted at Toodyay Methodist Church. Rev Hollands will preside and a party from Northam is expected to attend. Mr Gregory will play the organ and a company of mile singers will assist.
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