Local Dairy Plant Expands Milk Concentration Operations
The article details a rural dairy’s evolving production line with a horse-powered mill, new Laval separators, and a aim to sterilize and concentrate milk for domestic and export markets. It notes shifts toward improved basements, piping, and packaging, plus leadership shifts and plans for an affiliated company to handle meat preservation and other products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pries Singerine Haas
Sso
Bravel Ap
John Tencock
W. J. Anderson
Melbourne
Axport
Hes Sack
Bacchus Marsh Agricultural Society Meeting Notes August
The ordinary Bacchus Marsh Agricultural and Pastoral Society meeting at Siswinay on August 17 discussed show week travel to Melbourne to push an Act of Parliament for compulsory sheep dipping, proposed dodder control experiments by D M'Alpine, and responses regarding sulphate of iron and dodder. Debates over purchase and cost continued, with a motion to decline purchasing certain chemicals carried, and the President to assist M'Alpine's tests. Grand discussion covered lucerne seed scarcity, grazing showyards, and annual lease payments for sheep and buildings with conditions read by the secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tinkertson
Sennings
Keer
Jeffrey
Pigott
Fizott
Bacehus Dinish Shoul
Myrtiong
J. Kerr
Mackness
Jeffrey Watt
Harkness
Kerr
Ole
Grant
Mr. Kerr
Mr. Jerley
Pivot
Mer. Rers
Solthey
Mer. McGullagh
W. Grant
Meat Preserving Co
Concentrated Milk Co
Bacchus Marsh Agricultural and Pastoral Society
Siswinay
Tocomm Uittes
Messrs. T. Cain
W. Jofrey
P. M'Grath
HL. M‘cullagh
D. Nobertaou
D. Vigout
G. A. Bones
W. Weary Moulane
W. Jo
McAlpine
W. Jathrey
Marchison
Qhiet Wee
B. Love
Mes. Jennings
W. Jeffrey
Euhlot
Bullengarook charity concert aids aging carpenter
Reports from Bullengarook Test State school describe a Friday evening entertainment that raised nearly £4 for James Smith, an elderly man unable to work. Guests included Mr and Mrs Webb and family and local residents whose generosity funded the event after music and small expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bullengarook
James Smith
Carroll
Lige Tevelver
Webb
Joan
Goriuan
Ballan Notes on Mining Work and Local Events
Local correspondent reports on mining at Western Australia prospects and progress at the Gladstone Company stables. A social ball for the Quadrie Assembly celebrated departures for Western Australia, while a Toorak versus Whitechapel football match ended Toorak 10 points ahead. Prospectors Phillips and Patford struck a reef near historic Garibaldi workings, hinting at larger potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick’s
Gordon
St. Agnes
Olnizoli
Bordise's
Father Hartnett
Robert Phillips
Williacas Patford
Mgib
Wilson's
Garibaldi
WERRIBEE REPORTS RAIN BUT CROP PROSPECTS POOR
Werribee notes heavy rain yet crops backward and prospects dark. Elections pass with little opposition and South anger at cattle impounding. Residents petition council over enforcement, while dissatisfaction grows with local authorities. Ploughing match planned for Saturday amid unrest and expectations of a large turnout.
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Werribee
Jemuter
Dole
Conneil
Jacwy
Gomneil
Uno
Blackwood region notes and Dolphin family obituary amid farm reports
An aggregated Blackwood column reports on land sales to farmers, a local family tragedy in Due Mountain with Mr and Mrs Dolphin and daughter Sarah, and a series of agricultural notes. It covers pioneer residents, quarrying and stone work at Staffordshire line, marketing honey trials, and household dairy practices. The piece ties personal loss to regional farming history and community life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rutherglen Winegrowers’ Association
Smith
Lrgenia
Paris Green
Lélaydieu
Department of Agriculture
S.s. Aberdeen
Ax Dauiseens
Bullan
M'Cullagh
Barclay
Mann
West Riding
Igerton
Gordon
Buninyong
Gulligares
Witaway
Due Mountain
Anil
Delphin
Dolphin
Sarch
Dolphin Tool
Trentkin
My. M. Trewhells
Ollie
Thos. Sweet
Blackwool
Oll Golden Polot School
Barry
Solphim
H.crewboile
England
Din Mountain
Nui
Sarah Dolpa
Arcy
Tha Mey
B.C. Knox
Blackwood
Eenbhina
Pershore
Worcastershire
Staffordshire
Simmons Reef
Hi Gros
Everton Tributa
Guissia
Guassia
Roy Urdhibg
Benteo
Ceble
Wile
Worntey
Delon
Concert and sale notices from Melber Hospital fund
The fundraising concert at Melber Hospital on Friday drew poor attendance though the program was first class. W S Harkness presided, with multiple vocal and instrumental performances by Leibmann, Chalmers, Jamieson, Logan, and others. Dancing after, and a vote of thanks by Mr. Robinson. Separately, 72 acres of Michael Ryan estate were sold at May to O Neill for 28 10s per acre. Royal Hotel remained unsold.
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Gerond
Wid
Melber Hospital
Concork
Mfr. W
Harkness
Colci Bross Mantigline
M'Thereon
Me Logan
Miss Janicgou
E. Chalmers
Mr. 1
Chiahmer
Maddle Porter
Miss Leibmainn
Gita
Chahnor
Mer
Watt
Leibuann
Dewan
Herve
Robinson
Cohen
Alegsia
Cain
W. Cecil
Anderson & Bence
Michael Ryan
T. O'Neill
Asra
Royal Hotel
West Australian Provincial Society Meeting Report
The West Australian Provincial Society meeting was well attended with several members presenting ideas. Speeches by Miss Parramore and Birmingham on novel reading improved work and engaged the audience. Mr A M Intosh provided informative flax information. Next, on Saturday the 24th, an illustrated Chinese war travelogue will be shown with trusted limelight views. visitors are invited for a large turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ALC
Miss Webb
Noone
Annie
H.R. Webb
Misa Webb
Bessie
Kathleen Mavonrnesn
AL. Bratford
Dentford
Thadford
Moser
Z. Fityrerald
A. H. Webb
Miet Webb
Wanny
Carroll
Howe Hongner
Alea
Tenet
Daly
Gisborne
H. St. Dixon
Lina
Dixon
Hussey
Traiu
Devin
Miller & Lux
Tony ‘Tyner
Elupa
Eigly
Madera Merony
California
Enouth
Parramore
Birmingham
A. M
Editor’s quip on Victorian honey and language
A terse letter from a Toolern corespondent mocks the editor’s gloomy take on Victorian honey and the use of English. The brief exchange hints at regional humor and contrasts between dialect and standard speech.
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Tenglish
Width of Tires Debate Sparks bylaw controversy
A bylaw discussion in the press centers on adopting wide tires for freight vehicles. Proponents claim drainage and efficiency benefits, while opponents warn of high costs and altered wheels. a North Queensland registrars report cites strong support for wide tires, though some carp about increased draught and practicality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nort Gueensland
Mir
Shire Valuation Protest Letter to the Editor
A ratepayer letter urges the Express to publish revised local valuation figures. The writer supports the authorised secretary’s honesty and ability but calls for transparent public discussion on the matter, demanding open meetings where taxpayers can express views. The note emphasizes avoiding secrecy and compulsion in district rate decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shire
the Express
Sin
Stenck
Eoonouy
Thas
Tragic Sacrilege Claims Stir Objections in Express Letters
The Express editor notes letters condemning a parish tragedy themed around Christian sacrifice and ministry. A writer objects to sentimentality and describes the acts as barbaric. The letter argues such rhetoric could provoke further violence and questions the defense of women’s honor in society.
Notice of Mining Lease Application in Blackwood District
A notice of application for a mining lease is filed by Thomas John Parry. The document lists the proposed extent of ground, surface and subsurface details, payment, and methods, with August 2 1898 in Blackwood as the place. It includes applicant North Breighty and references trainers and labor terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mutler
Blackwood
Escopid
NoRigg
John Perry
Norkh Breighty
Dana
May River
Oreak
Peranment
Mwurter
Egbrergy
Atte Hetnl Revervoin
Pnihie Road
General Revue koNil
Soliahors
Thoms John Parry
North Steights
Pbrgnnits
Job Penry
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Fortané
Gladstone Co
Holl
Clinton
Tannager
Riavebeida
Monlay
Gentlemma
Wheelalin
Sugsett
Toorak
Ohpel
Bash
West Dalian
George Chirnaide
Fipstelnsa
Howe
Sec
Asa
N.sw
Borticopars Ust
Uathurst
Enlin
Bowbay
States
London
Loney
Beradhgars Association
Malbourne
Mossie
Tromgrotee & Co
Iange
Anglisi
Aelbourne
Messrs
Trangrodse
See
V.hica
de Loney
Toolern
A. TS. Dacolius Marah
Adrien
Aiménger
China
Bolter
Womn
Ametidia
Cornelius Mahoney
Bacebus Marsh
Srupaxr
Mul
Somia
Tf Tomay
Wvian
Ariel
Sensnune A
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