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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jun 08, 1939

Page

6

Agent Appointed at Mt Barker Co-operative

Mt Barker Co operative Ltd has been appointed as agents for Orient Line steamers for all workers and the district. They offer passage arrangements via Suez route to England on Great Line steamers with calls at Adelaide Melbourne Sydney Brisbane and more. Cruises include three week holidays to Ceylon Australia New Zealand and winter trips to New Guinea Fiji Noumea with optional breaks at ports like Melbourne and Adelaide.

Ait. Barker Cooperative Lik Orient Line Royal Mal Mt Barker England Suez Canal Tolombo Ades Suez Art Said Cairo Pyramids Naples Vesuvius Fompea Villefranche New Zealand New Guinea Fiji Noumea Western Australia Adelaide Melbourne Sydney Brisbane Royal Agricultural Show

Barker Co operative Ltd to supply information services

The MI Barker Co operative Ltd offers to provide information required in combination with services maintained by Orient Steam Navigation Co Ltd. This notice indicates readiness to furnish details to inquiring parties and supports collaboration with the Orient company.

MI. Barker Co-operative Ltd Orient Steam Navigation Ua.med

Unusual Garden Seeds Sold by NSW Seed Co Sydney

NSW Seed Co on Pitt Street offers a diverse range of American and other seeds exclusive to the Southern Hemisphere. Products are tested for fertility by the NSW Department of Agriculture and conform to its standards. Readers are invited to request a pamphlet and visit the market page for details.

N.S NSM Department of Agriculture Marketpiace

Poultry Research Efforts Across Departments

The Department of Agriculture funds poultry industry research from annual estimates and can authorize special funds for emergencies. An ongoing investigation relates to prune folk, with recent weeks showing progress on the issue.

Wool Promotion Drives Farmers to Boost Fleece Sales

An agricultural note discusses campaigns urging consumers to wear more wool. A wool farmer’s wife argues circulars and storefront notices fail to change habits and urges stronger flocks, greener feeding, and better ewe condition. She warns against wasteful, unnecessary feeding and stresses flushing ewes on green feed before mating to improve lambing outcomes.

Right Type of Ewe for Early Maturing Lamb Production

Guidance on selecting ewe types for export lamb production. Recommends long-woolled breeds like Romney Marsh Border Leicester or Lincoln for strong, bold Merino ewes. Suggests Feaultant drop lambs as future breeding stock and Downe ratter like Southdown or Dorset Horn for dam lines. Emphasizes feeding to lambing, marketing at four months, and a two-storey brick building plan near Attsayo and Roberts Streets.

Romney Marsh Border Leicester Lincoln Southdown Dorset

Wool Exhibit Plan Aimed at Housewife Buyers

A proposed wool industry drive urges a representative exhibit across the country to persuade housewives of woollen goods value. It calls for a bright female performer to lead discussions on product benefits and procurement details, funded by the wool levy, to boost domestic demand. The article also notes cheese consumption decline and lambing care tips, followed by details of a modern public house building with multiple bars and private quarters.

Australia

Pig Health Practices For Better Pig Farming

The article emphasizes proper hygiene and management in pigsties to reduce disease. It notes moisture promotes parasite growth, urges well drained piggeries, correct feeding and watering, adequate housing, and paddocking as key to maintaining healthy pigs and reducing losses from worms and bacterial infections.

ALS Breeders Debate Testing at Taree Show

A discussion at the Taree show in New South Wales questioned mandatory herd testing. Some breeders alleged excuses while a Department of Agriculture official noted that feeding cows properly yields high herd outputs, provoking debate over testing usefulness.

Taree N.s.wy Department of Agriculture

Wool as a Danger in 19th Century Labor Debates

Fragmentary report notes concern over wool wearing dangers amid protests by workers in Germany and Britain. References to constraining fabrics, disease risks, and opposition by authorities and labor groups.

Unclear OCR Speculates on Weather Links to Wool Trade

Fragmented text notes investigations by science councils and wool industry figures in Australia. It mentions possible seasonal shifts, sunny conditions, and extended pre-summer patterns affecting a "McMaster held station" and St. Alaty. Claims are tentative and unclear due to damaged wording.

McMaster Siahon St. Alaty Eiabon

Militant action urged by MP at Canadian agriculture congress

Mr W K Motherwell MP told Winnipeg congress of the Canadian Chamber of Agriculture that farmers remain worse off and urged compulsory marketing legislation and board action to protect producer shares in votes. He pressed delegates to adopt militant measures. He noted US milk usage in 1938 with large quantities for butter cheese and concentrated milk.

W.K. Motherwell M.P Chamber of Agriculture Winnipeg Motherwell Wat Ears Wwe Weir Arto USA United States

Citrus fruit fly control rules outlined by agriculture officer

The agriculture official stresses strict baiting and sanitation in citrus orchards to curb infestations. He urges regular attention in orange and mandarin trees, rose bushes, and ornamental plants, with compulsory baiting formulas and routine spray methods to prevent spread.

L. D. J. Jones James Vie Pegalae Toms Durthee Smuthy

Warning On Insecticide Use By Mr Jones

A warning was issued concerning the use of a poison named Aposilicate. The notice states the solution is effective against flies but safe for humans at the stated strength. It cautions strict adherence to the directions to avoid harm.

Jones

Competition of Imitation Lemon Juice Sparks Market Debate

Howard Mall of Exclan Lemon Products cites about two dozen imitation lemon juices on the market undercutting canned Temon. He warns pricing follows imitation availability more than raw lemon costs, as producers weigh market competition in the temim by products sector. Also noted is a U.S. Jersey cattle shipment by A. Roiéril and M. J. A., valued at 47,610, sent to American markets.

Temim Saints Barhars Country Farm Bureau Citrus Department Howard W. Mall Imanager Exclan Lemon Products Co Covents Hall

Great Boulder Directors Report On Criticisms Of Management

A damaged Australia era item reports the Great Boulder Gold Mines Limited directors replying to shareholder criticisms via an April 26 193V circular. The Grand Committee reiterates that all is well, defending chairman Mr de Bermates and the managing director while backing the committee’s stance against perceived attacks. Includes a letter from Mr JF Theen Western Australia Chamber of Mines vice chair and Lake View and Star Mine general tool.

Grundt Anne Bury

It's Milk Publicity Card Displays Dairies Theme

The minglist publicity group unveils a new dairy promotion showing four smiling girls against a blue background with the slogan It's Milk in the foreground. The piece aims to charm milk producers and bolster public awareness of dairy products.

Minglist — Publicity Council

Fragmented OCR summary of Great Boulder plant dispute

An OCR text fragment discusses disputes around the Great Boulder plant involving identified figures such as Mr Hylton and references to the Grange Committees and directors. It mentions criticisms of press coverage and alleged inaccuracies, plus mentions of a Royal Commission and shareholder concerns.

Volkswagen car details and features from early production

The article describes the Volkswagen two door saloon and other body styles, noting the streamlined aerodynamic design, rear engine, backbone chassis, and full steel integral body. It highlights practical features like a spare wheel under the bonnet, safety glass, windscreen wipers, and chromium fittings.

Sabrivlet Courer Dire Eee Volkswagen Intenor Fordwaré Volks- Magen Desgn

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