Theatre anecdotes and Goldfinder soap promotion mix
A reminiscence of theatre days features a comedian recalling a town brass band staging in exchange for free admission and improvisation at the show. The piece shifts to an Australian advertising feature for Lewis and Whitty’s Goldfinder soap, praising its cleansing power, durability, and economic value, followed by horse feed endorsements for Sunlight Oil Cake and a light closing quip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mays
B— Brass Band
Br— Brase
Dan Godfrey
Lewis and Whitty
Lewis and Whitty's
Mesars
Lewis and Whitey
Goldfinder
Victoria
Messia
Gray Bros, Ltd
Sydney
Lever Brothers Limited
Bydney
True Romance of the Roth Pema. 1 century tale of Rothschild rise
A fragmentary historical sketch follows Meyer Bauer later known as Rothschild, detailing early poverty in Frankfurt, his journey to Hanover and London, and rise as banker. It covers his work under William IX Landgraf of Hesse Cassel, the Napoleon era, and the dramatic fortune built from the War of 1815. The piece traces Nathan and Lionel Rothschilds, their loans to Britain, continental rail investments, and a claim of vast wealth. The closing remark shifts to a humorous dialogue about old maids and marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oddmente
Rothschild
Bauer
Meyer
Frankfort
Hanover
William IX
Hemse Cansel
Napoleon
Europe
Hesse Cassel
William
Landgraf
Manchester
London
Elba
Nathan
Ostend
Sherman
Dover
Stock Exchange
Blecher
St Ligny
Wellington
Four ‘Sona
Baron Lionel
Khedive
DUT! VE LOVER By om Gotieniet
A humorous essay fragment argues that love enhances a man’s character and work ethic, detailing how engagement changes behavior, from selflessness to ambition. It cites philosophers and shows optimistic tone about romance as a positive force for personal improvement and social conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Om Gotieniet
Unclear Letter Missive Over Five Pounds Borrowing
A confused tale describes Mara Twals and Mark in a financial mix up with a letter offering a loan of five pounds to be laid aside. A school teacher uses a river rescue anecdote to illustrate pity, while a voice quips about drawing insurance money in a startled classroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mara Twals
Mark
Handy World Atlas and Gazetteer Overview Catalog
Practical Tamla manual and health guides listed in a late 19th or early 20th century catalog. Includes Handy World Atlas Gazetteer, Nursing manuscripts, temperance manuals, etiquette, ladies' manners, letter writing, stitches, recitations, art of coiffure, marriage, beauty, health, cookery, and recipes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Handy World Atlas & Gazetteer
Temperance Keeiter
Mom Guimarthe
Keeiter
Couvernath
A Legend of Westminster School Folly
A fantastical tale of Dr. Busby the fogging master at Westminster school as a stone smashes a window. A fashionably dressed French youth and others accuse a boy in the crowd, leading to a comical chase and a sharp dressing down by the master as tale of classroom mischief and prankish bravado unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Busby
Westminster School
Bnd
Aplendide Mendax
Ataie
Hastymatch
Fragmentary Funeral Procession Clip Captured
A damaged OCR fragment shows a funeral procession with a hearse and mourners. Names and full details are unreadable, but the scene suggests a local burial event.
Saunders Concentrated Nutritive Tonic Ad Turns Curious Stock Loss Claim
A fragmented advertisement style notice touts Saunders Concentrated Nutritive Tonic as a remedy for stock losses and general waste. It mentions a manufacturer A Saunders and references misprints about reconveyance and insurance figures, with unclear directions for obtaining details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Saunders
A. Saunders
Shehwood
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ATA
John
Old Maida
Mr. Chugwater
Josiah
Mrs. Chugwater
Dar Tenis
Jeremiah
Comech
Abe
Mam
Iisteteaote
Cupid
Walt
Misa
Mr. Matteratad
Jimmie
Nell
Patrick O'Brien
Pat
Phoenix
Assurange CO
BUSA
Tilld Company
Oman
Bourkest
Melbourh Oalcety & CO. Ltd
Acemra
Geaing
Guieber
Victor
Ainiewon
Ian Ham
Houliata
Ases
Roburten
Papa
Robur
Via
Wolfe
Schnapps
Ward, Lock & Co.Ltd Publishers
Melbourne
Bok
R. B, Lawrenge
Toxa
Rabbit Destroyer
Felton, Grimwade , CO
Anes
Bourke ST
Collins ST
MD Ue
New Ata
Uwe
Lawrence
Dresser Oyer
South Northcote
Freh
Seseire
Aisiine
Rkers
Tem ‘Ee
Ena
Sree
Alstos
Okey
Humble
Angee Vernert Youoay Fouvonr
Geelong
Nui
Commonwealth
Feery Engrs
Helena Fane
THE
Diamond Share
USDA
Isigaia Sireut
Elie UK
Cerra
Ladie
E. Coulson
Algtonh
Cee
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