Upward Price Trend For Sheep Continues At Market
Sheep sale shows firm demand with 4 010 head yarded and 3 920 traded. Top price reached for a line of 9 1/2 month old 14 year shorn wethers at £5 1 3 per head bought by L W Boot. notable entries include 833 wethers at £4 1 3 and multiple consignments from Edenhope Hill and surrounding districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitler, Smith & A, Limited
Burra
Eden ‘Hope
Hill
Victoria
Ratlands
Saddleworth
Gul
Mare
Tel
Wall
Secaont
Mutooros
L. W. Boot
Korsbrook
The Specialist and the Pastoralis t Hole Plot
A district pastoratorist hides a plan to use a post hole digger near his home to sink holes for fruit trees. He reveals the setup after a discussion with the digger operator. The note hints the holes serve another purpose beyond horticulture. Elder Smith & Co. announce a farm market on February 20 seeking entries. Goethe is cited on truth and error.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nis
Digeimr
Frm Irlenna Wit
Gaskells Say Farewell From Hallett District
Mr and Mrs Fred Gaskell, longtime Hallett district residents, plan to move to Adelaide then England. He recalls 25 years of local service as district clerk and thanks Hallett friends and groups for gifts and support. The couple expresses appreciation for kindness during their extended stay in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Gaskell
Hallett
Gaskell
Adelaide
England
Hallett Red Cross
Hallett Rsl
Hallett Masonie Lode
Bridge Club
Hallett Memorial Gates Erected for World War II Service
After nearly three years the Memorial Gates at the Recreation Ground entrance are completed. Erected as a district tribute to World War II servicemen they stand on massive pillars marking the oval entrance. The gates will be officially opened soon by the State President of the REL.
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REL
Opening Of New Wool Shed Raises Funds At Local Event
A Saturday wool shed opening on Mr J Barker’s property, managed by Mr A Laidlaw, drew crowds and raised over £50 for hospital funds. The lively event featured music by local bands, food stalls, and an auction won by Bob Radford who donated the prize back.
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Grassville
J. Barker
A. Laidlaw
Messers L. Johnson
Norman Juhon
W. Young
Gwaanle
Preiss
Shirley Bown
Laidlaw
Barker
Ron Wuttke
Bob Radford
Laidiaw
mMr
Ken Murphy
Norman Lion
Ata
Sabra
Train sparked two grass fires near Hanson on morning run
A goods train reportedly started two grass fires between Burra and Parrel Plain near Hanson on Thursday morning. The first blaze charred about half an acre and was kept under control by the train crew. a second fire a mile away was also traced to the engine. Residents joined in extinguishing the flames as grass was drying to its low risk period. The incident highlights ongoing concerns over coal burning engines and grass fires.
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Hanson
SAR
Mre
Tran
Mr P Disher Transfers to Wentworth
Peter Disher, a longtime town citizen, transfers from Messrs Otdabronhy Mare and 4 Lide to Wentworth in a change of employment.
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P. Disher
Wentworth
Peter Disher
Messrs
Otdabronhy
Gum Creek Wool Tops District Prices
Readable text notes Gum Creek wool tops district prices amid revived demand. Market described as in suspense for months with a rebound in sales expected as Adelaide Albury London markets signal a renewed awakening in wheat and wool trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gum Creek
Adelaide
Albury
London
Adelaide wool sale shows strong demand for locks and crutchings
Keen buying for Merino and crossbred fleeces sustains market as prices advance 2-5 percent from December levels. UK buyers lead demand with gains across fine and broad Merino lines. competition animated with Japan and Australian manufacturers also active. Prices list numerous local sellers and varied fleece grades, next sale slated for February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuel UK
Japan
Six Months Wool Revenue Hits £180 Million
Nostratin reports wool receipts for the six months to December 18 reaching £180 million, up from £151-185,899 in the prior half-year. Unsold stock at year end stood at 1,344,034 bales, with greasy wool averaging 0.284 per weight unit and news on net weights per bale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nostratin
Alee
Richardson Transfer Reassigns Company Branch Leader
Mr Ian Richardson transferred from the Burra Branch of Messia Goldsbrough Mort and Co to Keith. Richard son will manage the Burra centre. The Richardsons, longtime town residents, supported local welfare and Mr Richardson served as president of the Burra RSI and led roles in the Women’s Auxiliary of the RBI.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browers
E A. Dusea
Gi Cretic
D. Tiver Se Co
Sallett
W. B. Bishop
Mr. Bryan
P. A. Drew
Leighton
T. P
J Jenner
Mintaro
P. B.byter & Bon
Burr
HL Porter
Gum Greek
Mikebell
Hanson
Farrell
J. Duon & Son
Black Springs
Quinn
Bryan
D. J. Jones
Hallett
C. T. Bailey
Gum Creek
Berriman
Burra
Lloyd
Field
Tan Richardson
Messia Goldsbrough, Mort & Co., Ltd
Keith
Richardson
Welfere
Rishardon
Burra Rsi
RBI
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Woolly
Wether Lambs
F. O. Harry
Wether Lamba
Horn
B. Holnes
F. L. Riges
Ewe Lambe
Wether Lambe
D. M. Short & Bone
Heinrich
Wethers
Danny
Ewes
Tay
Lambe
Sexen
J. G. Carpenter
Dist
USA
Meg Sydney Bown
P.c
All Salle Meta
Gailty
Te Tule
Berecis Pastoral Co
B. & D. Held
Moneys
J. Lloyd
Ibongbaliom
J. €. Bieber &|! ‘Bon, Bisek Spring, (8 Aaa) Sud; Ar, & J. R Baim Burrell
Richards
Brox
Losid
Rogers de Co
Rogers
Senate
Bird
Jay
MC Roberts
North
Booborowin
Wid
W. A. Quinn
Mt Bryan
Gad
Amaen Ltd
M. Holly
Hallet
J. W
B. Mi
Mohn How
F H. Reed & Co
Summerville Bros
Town
G. A. Mickel
M. Miller
Thoows Bros
T. Miller
Cum Creek
M. ©. Phillipe
Bates
Ian Richardson
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