Nature Study Reflections on Our Fauna and Flora
A long column by a naturalist urges readers to value Australia’s unique wildlife and the role of scientists, farmers, and citizens in protecting native species. It traces the impact of European settlement, dogs, cats, foxes, and egg collectors on local birds like the mallee fowl and magpie, and calls for informed conservation actions.
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Australia
Nso
Elas
Northern Hemisphere
Ted E Kewhere
Insurance terms and misperceptions cited by Gavin Lucas
The note argues a £500 yearly income with only a £200 life policy is not insured and explains true insurance as a capital sum payable on death. It references contacting the Australian Matuc Provident Society in King William Street and mentions Gavin Lucas as Manager for SA.
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Australian Matuc Provident Society
King ‘William Street
Gavin Lucas
Delaide
Birds Aiding Pest Control Warned Under Protection Act
The article notes pests stalk crops from caterpillars to cicadas and praises birds like bronzewing pigeons finches and quails for reducing weed seeds. It warns sportsmen against shooting protected birds especially bronzewing pigeons and reminds readers that all totally protected birds and animals are illegal to harm to sell or possess without permits under the Animal and Birds Protection Act.
Fred M Pearce Carpenter Builder and Ironmonger Aberdeen
Fred M Pearce advertises a large stock timber galvanised iron gutters and building materials. He offers paints oils bolts lime cement bricks tanks and made to order.
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Fred. M. Pearce
Aberdeen
Burra Rifle Club Beats Riverton In First Match Of Season
Burra Rifle Club defeated Riverton by eight points in a double 500 yard match held at Riverstone last Saturday. Despite morning showers, excellent conditions developed as the event progressed with Burra seizing the late advantage. Top scores for Burra included H. G. Oates 69, W. Bass 65, and J. Schwier 62, while Riverton’s Phelps led with 32s and O. Castine faced a point loss in the second round. Next week’s Kookaburra Trophy stage will be fired at 2, 5, and 600 yards under A. B. Riggs and W. Woodman.
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Riverston
Riverton
Burra
H. G. Oates
W. W. Bass
J. H. Schwier
Phelps
O. H. Castine
Son Bod
HG. Oates
Iw.y. Bass
J. Seby
A.B Biggs
C. Diongk Kat P.W. Hogan
A.C. Anghey
W. Woodman
Fairchild
Riverton Teau
Ted_Phelps
HB. Neuman
OH. Castine
H. Scholz
Thomas
C. Belton
Oo V. Brennan
R. Bowden
O. Colmer
H.kemp
A. B Riggs
Cheap petrol hidden danger to engines warned
An old warning describes mixing crankcase oil with inferior petrol as burning away lubricating valves and causing premature wear. It cautions that cheap petrol seems to save money but leads to costly repairs and reduced resale value over time. The ad argues inferior fuel damages moving parts and increases long term costs.
Grand Magazine Promises Thrilling October Fiction
The October issue features Dorothy Black story Unborn To Morrow and ten more works of romance mystery and adventure by A Conan Doyle A M Burrage Cosmo Hamilton Roland Pertwee Adam Sadler and others. The magazine, praised for light fiction, is available at local newsagents. Nesties Farms notice mentions staff wearing white overalls and available washing facilities and towels.
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Alex Jervais
Wong
Dorothy Black
the Grand Magazine
A. Conan Doyle
A. M. Burrage
Cosmo Hamilton
Roland Pertwee
Adam Sadler
Grand Magazine
Armistice Day Fund aids ex Service men in need
The RS and S.L League Day Fund was set up to give cash to ex Service men in need. Over the last year £1882 was distributed to about 500 applicants. Orders previously ran to 20s or more, now reduced to 3s or 5s depending on merit and ration status.
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League
Unemployment Fund Appeals for Soup Aid in Burra
In Burra the Public School HeadTeacher appeals for soup donations to feed needy children. He notes daily soup contributions from locals have supported up to 80 children, requests two gallons per month from volunteers, and outlines a rotating delivery plan with children bringing cups.
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Burra
Childeen
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Walker & Sons
Murray Range
Usast
Murray Flats
Coutier
MP Society
Clare
W. A. Read
F. J. Bartlett
Industrial Department
T. H. Woollacott Builders and Contractors
Phone
Kooringa
Erect F. Marstos
Record” Office
Koorings
State of
South Australi
British Motor Spirit
Willis
Glenbower
D. Jones & Son
Golden Fleece
Motor Spirit
the Wheat Pool Annual Meeting
Way Hall
Franklin Street
Adelaide
Hi. Glowrey
Caterpillar
Dodge Bros
Burra Motor Company Kooring
Burra Rifle Club
Neasons
Jeffery & Byrne
Koori Ringa
Commonwealth Savings Bank
Nestie
RS. & S.L League
Jennison
Master Tyre
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