05 Aug 1931
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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1931
Page
1
A fragment cites an AMP policy to cover debts and probate duties after death and preserve the family’s position. It lists contact points in Adelaide for Australian Mutual Provident Society including Gavin Lucas in SA, and district managers W A Read and Clare office.
The Agri cultural Bureau held its annual meeting in the school on Friday 27 July. Mr. Spafford of the Dept of Agriculture spoke on wheat and its production and warned that high prices have not covered costs. He noted Germany Belgium England and the U.S. all faced crop surpluses and that Australia Canada and Argentina remain key wheat producers. He urged higher yields, cautioned about land values, and emphasized continuing wheat cultivation despite challenges and price expectations for 1932 83.
The article discusses wheat cultivation techniques including soil packing shallow ploughing and rotation drawing on experiences in Africa and Palestine. It cites soil depth for germination and yields and recommends Tree Gallipoli and other varieties. Arbor Day on Friday July 31 sees thirty trees planted and a school committee chairman speaks.
Mr. T. Cook relieves Mr. D. Fendle as stationmaster during an avalanche event. No injuries reported. The incident affected railway operations and is being managed by officials.
Agricultural Bureau notes disappointment when Chief Dairy Instructor Mr Barlow missed an afternoon demonstration at Mr Tare’s arm. He joined the evening meeting and urged a mixed farming policy amid low wheat prices, praising Professor Perkins’ hopes for a 3/ bushel rebound. He warned on drudgery in dairying and emphasized choosing an individual cow that converts feed to milk, citing breed options and poor butter fat averages, with recommendations on feeding after November pasturage decline.
A partial OCR fragment mentions isim and antiment and references Fon hay ig gathered 16 the that is when the grein is not. The text is unclear, offering few concrete details or named entities to identify a specific event or source.
Mr Barlow advised on bran and oats as core concentrates for dairy cows with mixed grain ratios and molasses to prevent digestion issues. He noted silage and easily made alternatives, suggested phosphates and bone meal for shortages, and emphasized regular milking over strict intervals.
A testimonial warns of hidden kidney trouble causing backache, headaches, and swelling. Mrs Bolton reports dramatic relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills, praising rapid action and lasting health. Sixteen years later she remains well and continues to endorse the remedy. Sold by chemists and stores. Foster McKellin Co. is the proprietor.
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