Tasmanian Tragedy and Early Settlement Massacre
Fragmentary reminiscence recounts early Tasmanian contact with European convicts and sailors. It describes a 1803 Derwent River encampment, growing tensions, and a violent, unprovoked massacre of indigenous Tasmanians by soldiers, with later narration by Captain Huiman detailing the brutal episode and its lasting impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ogoa
M. Peron
New South Wales
Messrs
Bass
Flinders
Mar
Derwent
Port Jackson
Jobe Bowen
H.M
van Dieimen
Lec
Hubat
Huiman
Moore
Unprovoked Killing of Natives Shocks Early Tasmanian Colony
Eyewitness accounts describe a 19th century mass killing near Derwent River where soldiers fired on a native gathering, killing and wounding many. The incident sparked critique of the New South Wales Corps and prompted broader reflection on colonial violence and its lasting impact on Indigenous communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ehen
Clark
Burke
Clarke
Port Jackson
Ile
Round Regiment
Derwent
New South Wales Corps
Boeing
van Diemer’ Land
Wil Amas
Liver Chill and Colds Cure with Bile Beans Promise
An early 20th century patent medicine advertises Bile Beans as a remedy to fortify the liver against winter colds and related illnesses. It touts prevention over cure, claims the liver’s health is key to resisting chills, rheumatic fever, influenza, and consumption, and presents Bile Beans as a universal family medicine for biliousness, headaches, constipation, piles, nervous disorders, and bad breath.
Burglary Tale of a Lone Housebreaker and Village Chase
A fragmented narrative depicts burglars assaulting a household, binding captives, and fleeing under harsh winds. A lone observer warns, the victim later freed, and the gang’s method shown as cunning, though unclear who led the raid. Police involvement surfaces with partial, baffling testimony.
When I Come Home at Night
A fragmentary verse reflecting on homecoming and respite from troubles. The speaker notes peace and comfort awaiting them, while contrasting worldly riches with domestic relief and the glow of fresh faces and shared joys. The text contains garbled phrases but centers on home as a sanctuary after a long day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tam
Arranging Flowers from Japanese Floral Art
A fragmentary feature describes Japanese florists mastering flower arrangement. It notes that each hour of the day has a distinct scent and color, with a famous design called Heaven Earth and Hades featuring three heights and a drooping element to symbolize balance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessome
Mae Tere
Heaven
Earth
Hades
GED COUPLES Engage With Family, Moderation urged
Long engagements are not desirable and extended betrothals harm relations with families. Couples should avoid selfishness and protect parental ties as the bride remains under her parents roof. The article emphasizes respectful conduct toward mothers and cautions against compromising habits, noting remedies in a quoted medical-sounding endorsement.
Why Dent Your Children Thrive
Children with intestinal worms suffer stunted growth and discomfort. A yearly deworming treatment is advised to prevent these health issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uber
Aix
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Havelock Tobacco
Shir Excalen
Law, Somner & Co
Seed Merchants & Nurserymern
Swanston Street
Melbourne
T. H. Waite
Waite
General Draper
Boot and
Trabalgon
Sitchen
Ky Rom Uy
Bredsteads
Massion Parman
F. & KE. Grubb
Hiller
Waelars
Bere
Beven
Gaged
Graar
T. H. Row & CO
Lare Row Axe Wattact
Lans Financial
Insualac Issurance & Ceneral
Franklnsted, Trarsigon
T. H. Row
Swans
Valvarow
Yokondon & Lancashire Fire Laurance Co
National Mutual Life Assurance
Ansiin
Norwich Union Fire Insurance Co
Ocean Accident and Warranter Society 1
Corporation of Melbourne
Bus
Australian Deposit and Mortgage Ane Temperance and Gene
Mutual Site
Anspirance Abe Fourth View
Seetery Adamson
Mtrellie and Co
Scock
Ite
Anyrance Society
Dairy Machinery
Atgat
Eberescen
Sy J. Florant Yi
Dripene den Myrle de Merk Te Wek
Renwie
R&d
Bove Bene
Lew
Wake Cairnbronk
R. H. Brooks
Elizboy
Ely Vail
Wischer & GO
Eas
Umammnriain
Cora Rewmiy
Milligan
Fraralyon
G- Clapperton
Herbert W. Leigbiin
Toongabt
D. Geo. Wolfe
Jew Fisual
Ghppeieian
Anklin Street
PVG Vos
Clerks Bey
Apol Lg Vries
Inspecti aNvi
D. G. Wolke
Gippsland
Traralgon
Awl A VA
Stephens
Pratt & Co
ITA Rasawat
Rasawat
Wue Rodney
Parison
Rhinewie
Sele Agente Ter Traraigen
F.& BE. Grubb
Bes
Ealeen Berend
Felga
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