Top Dressing Revival At Benalla Convention
At the Benalla convention organized by the Chamber of Agriculture in early April the top dressing topic drew widespread interest. Delegates heard from Mr J W Cowan and Dr A E Richardson on how superphosphate with pasture can double carrying capacity, boost wool and dairy output, and raise land values, with demonstrations showing growth increases from 5 to over 400 percent and calls for broader adoption across farms.
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Benalla
Chamber of Agriculture
Meister
Wiewheat
Renaud
Convention Nott
J, VY
Cowi
A. E. V. Richardson
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Hoykey
Guthrie
Cowant
Hig Jang
Richardson
Agricultural Society
A Trip to 2 England in the 8 Dollar Benalla
The Durban report portrays Australian travelers arriving aboard the Beaviltic, describing natives and migrants, a crowd gathering near the wharf, and evolving South African race tensions. It notes Gandhi’s influence, Indian migration debates, and Durban’s sights including the Town Hall and market. An anecdote links Miss Ethel Campbell, the Angel of Durban, with a Perth staff coincidence as the tale closes.
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Durban
Jnwrestly
Beaviltic
Ouran
Pyrilp
Yhke
Cligiergd
Serail Gillie
Bason
Elfanhders
Jinipers
South Africa
South “Afuca
Navid
Hite
Duneonsland
Nain
Duran
Durhan
Berio Jer
Great Wrothsinn
Ethel Campbell
Australia
Enlorsi
Miss Campbell
Doran
Miss Gamipbell
Lye Lind Ina
Perth
Kossard
Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Endorsement Testimony
A Sydney advertisement touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a tested remedy for kidney weakness. Mrs Hoskins from Goomalbee to Benalla testifies the pills quickly acted and cured backache dizziness and fatigue, with four years of relief and no return. Pills priced at 2/9, available via chemists or post.
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Hamlton
Street
Sydneyackarche
Nature
Doan
Dean
Gruen Health Salts Promised Kidney Health Remedy
An advertisement touts Gruen Health Salts as a cure for kidney and bladder issues and general pains. It claims cleansing of toxins, relief from rheumatism backache headaches and stiff joints, and promotes a 2/9 price per large bottle sold by chemists and stores.
Jean Reaver's Extract Promises Hair Color Restoration
A historical ad claims Gruen Health Salts restore grey hair to natural color the same day using Jean Reaver's Extract sold in bottles for 5 shillings 6 pence plus postage. The wording targets both men and women and lists various solicitors and locations as distributors.
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Jean Reaver
Ness
Lawson Defeated as Bowser Wins Parliament Seat
John Bowser MLA born in London and long time Victorian politician defeated Mr Lawson by 32 to 2 votes after cross-party maneuvering. Bowser, educated at Edinburgh University, served as editor and proprietor of the Chronicle at Wangaratta, later shaping ministry roles and party leadership through decades in Victoria Australia.
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Diternet
John Bowser
M.L.A
Wis
London
Australia
Mae
Haechis Marsh School
Edinburgh University
Aeithia
British Commission
Victoria
Wangaratta
Chronicle
Howser
Ite
Bowser
William M‘pherson
Oman
John M.white
House
Lawson
Economy Party
Mr. Bowser
Farmers ‘Party
Farewell gathering for Dohertys at Goomalibee
Friends of Mr and Mrs Doherty in Goomalibee held a farewell gathering on the eve of their departure for Melbourne. Born in Benalla, the Dohertys have long resided in the district. The event featured gifts and expressions of best wishes for their future, acknowledging Mr Doherty’s local service and sporting days.
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R Doherty
Melbourne
Doherty
Benalla
Deery
Goomalibee
G. W. Crosford
Sainsbury's Emulsified Cocoanut Oil Shampoo Ad
An advertisement extols Sainsbury's Emulsified Cocoanut Oil Liquid Shampoo for hair care. It claims regular use yields soft, natural hair and describes a simple rinsing routine with warm water, detailing application and brushing steps. The copy targets children and notes distribution by Boording and Sainsbury Pty Ltd in Melbourne.
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Sainsbury
Sainsbury’s
Boordin and Sainsbury Pty, Ltd
Pinder Lane
Melbourne
Money loans offered on mortgage in Benalla and Melbourne
Advert supposed to advertise confidential money loans from £500 up to £20,000 at low rates with options on repayment schedules. It mentions Herbert Ledger Benalla, a Melbourne firm at 454 Collins Street, and another contact at 415417 Collline Street Melbourne offering trust and private money on agricultural country properties for three to five years.
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Herbert Ledger Stock & Land
Benalla
Pbmponnell
Colline St
Melbourne
Central Benalla Music School Opens After Holidays
The Misses Rodgers announce singing and harmony lessons at Smythe Street, with resumed instruction starting Monday January 28. Marlen and Smythe Streetner, teachers, oversee enrollment and terms.
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Central Music School
Benalla
Rodgers
Marlen
Smythe Stener
Drapery, Boots and Sundries At Crum's Store Sale
Extensive sale listing racing from Maize, Garden seeds, oats and chaff to building supplies including lime, cement, roofing iron, windows, posts, rails and wire fencing. Also seeds, furniture, paints, oils, sewing machine oil, appliances, telegraphed items and household goods.
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Read's
Calcutta
Local Benalla Inn Reopened Under J Swan Care
J Swan announces the takeover of the Broken River Hotel in Benalla and invites both old and new friends to call or visit, extending a cordial welcome to the public and Benalla residents.
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J. Swan
Broken River
Benalla
Sbstelry
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