08 Sep 1919
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Newspaper
Zeehan And Dundas Herald
Location
Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1919
Page
1
A council meeting debated a motion from Dr. Taylor regarding a co partnership in industry. After lengthy discussion the matter was adjourned Wednesday with the prevailing opinion that further consideration was needed.
In Western Australia Mr George Minister of Works said two French representatives from a Franco Australian syndicate in Paris were negotiating for the purchase of the State sawmill. Months of correspondence with the Industries Co etc led to a tentative agreement awaiting Parliament approval or veto.
A detailed examination by Campbell Bromn surveys Tasmanian mining, noting methods, market dynamics, and international buyers for gold and platinum. It discusses colonial and global centers in New York, London, and Tokyo, the role of brokers, and the push for official oversight to curb abuses in metal trading.
Fragmentary text references dubious remedies and unclear health tips. Mentions Cleun and Tables with vague promises of relief but lacks coherent context, names, or actionable information.
Vendor discusses headaches and remedies at length, noting impatience for instant cures. The narrator mentions Reburtos tea and a ritual of multiple cups, with reflection on stress, weariness, and the desire for relief. A fragmentary voice references a nearby person named Robert and a neighborly hope for gentler days.
A fragmented inventory listing shows nursery fabrics, flannelette sets in grey blue and pink, white and fawn, blue storms, and assorted cotton hosiery. It records prices like 1/8 1/9 and 4/6 across items including blankets, sheets, flannels, and dresses, with scattered vendor terms and sizes.
Telephons 44 M. Ryan notes leading role of concrete cement in modern construction. The piece touts concrete as essential for arches, aqueducts and large structures to endure tensile and crushing stresses, while signaling recent breakthroughs improving production and overcoming prior cost barriers.
An OCR fragment markets AlkemaDe s Alka Hydro as a cheap cement substitute for building work including ordinary buildings irrigation channels silos underground tanks dairy cow sheds piggerys and piping. It advocates concrete buildings and notes gravel and band tests while claiming unskilled labor can perform the work.
A note on hot weather conditions remains in force across regions. Ovnorets are retained in all applicable contexts per existing guidelines.
A garbled report discusses Alkemaide Bros and related manufacturers, mentioning laborers, unemployment, and a government inquiry. It references a wider debate on motherhood responsibilities and a policy proposal linking child support to age 15, with an inquiry adjourned.
A historical piece discusses hardships faced by workers and families, highlighting maternity care, living costs, and gendered labor burdens. It cites social reform figures and urban centers, noting ongoing debates about wages, living conditions, and public assistance amid rapid urban change.
A fragmented fashion column previews spring styles with references to blue tones, waistlines, and tailored outfits. It mentions fabrics, accessories, and general trends, noting some regional slang and miscellaneous notes about eyewear and patterns. The piece includes scattered mentions of garments, colors, and fashion items without clear cohesive details.
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