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Newspaper
Traralgon Record
Location
Traralgon, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 05, 1905
Page
4
Charles White surveys 19th century claims of cannibalism among Australian aborigines. He cites explorers, protectors, and local reports describing eating of deceased kin, roasted or raw, and ritual feasting at camps from Gippsland to Bathurst. The piece notes variations by region and occasional assertions disputed by witnesses.
A historical account recalls atrocities at King's Pains near Blayney where three assigned servants were killed by a united Canoblas party. The corpses were mutilated and cannibalism was observed in the camp near Bathurst days later, with witnesses arguing over whether the custom persisted or arose from scarcity. European presence allegedly led to the practice's abandonment.
The text describes primitive dress and coverings among tribes, noting coats and cloaks made from animal skins such as opossum, kangaroo, and native cat. It explains construction from sewn skins, sinew binding, and bone needles, with patterns, use of red dye, and the social norms of modesty and privacy, plus gender differences in garments and adornments.
A Melbourne letter from Mrs A Thompsin praises Bile Beans as gentle yet effective for liver related ailments. She reports relief from dyspepsia, headaches, indigestion, and general languor after long searching for a remedy, and notes her daughters also believe in the product. The testimonial lists claims of broad benefits and mentions availability in boxes sold by local sellers.
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