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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1929
Page
7
A new drug Kown wa BUF shows potential in treating influenza type illness. Reported data claim reductions in fever duration to about four to five days and rapid relief from headache and muscle pain after administration. The study notes early use during acute illness may improve recovery, with a single injection reportedly sufficient under the protocol.
The report describes a Commonwealth loan scheme inviting small investors at up to £100,000 daily attraction, with major institutions like Life Assurance and Citizens’ Assurance backing the public appeal. It notes terms, repayment expectations, and regulatory scrutiny amid market uncertainty and legal considerations.
The article discusses Dr. Watson Murray and Mr. Wickens figures on citizen value in New South Wales and Australia. It explores how much a citizen’s life and potential contribute to the commonwealth wealth, noting proposed taxes and the productive capacity of the population. It cites figures suggesting a large national value tied to the young and advocates limiting sacrifice to support public health.
The excerpt critiques 19th century industry boosterism in Australia, contrasting Sydney free trade rhetoric with later downturns. It recalls Sir Graham Berry’s era, Sydney’s industrial promises, and the 1890s banking collapse that hurt Victoria more than Western Australia, highlighting political debate over protection and growth.
A fragmentary Melbourne era piece rails at high walls and misread prosperity while recalling a Chinese traveler in Melbourne and a primary producer tale. It quotes Bill Kurlin and Dan O Connell, arguing protection hurts the poor, rural industries decline, and gold bricks lure buyers as national wealth debates persist.
The article details butter export plans and the role of co operative bodies in Australia and New Zealand. It notes negotiations with the Empire and Overseas Farmers groups, expected export quantities for the year ending 1880, and the impact of new distribution chains on producers and suppliers. It mentions the Australian Producers Wholesale Federation and Empire Dairies Ltd and discusses marketing strategies and regulatory notes affecting shipments to the United Kingdom.
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