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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1940
Page
6
A reader offers quick remedies for stains and shine. Pears of advice include using water and soap for fabrics and leather, ammonia in rug and dishwashing water, potato water for stubborn stains, and a potash bath with olive oil polish for pewter. Several tips emphasize gentle scrubbing and avoiding heat when drying delicate fabrics.
Practical tips for securing buttons on children's clothing. Use webbing or linen tape behind buttons, stitch buttonholes in blouse and knickers, and edge finishes to prevent strain. Linen thread, hid fastenings, and adhesive tape supports recommended to stop buttons pulling off and maintain neat edges.
Ald Murray told Goulburn City Council that a Salvage Inspector alleged that country branches of the Red Cross salvaged old rags and sent them to Sydney to fund war efforts. The inspector claimed tags fetched 0 to 8 pounds per ton in Sydney while military bought back at about 100 pounds per ton. Murray urged informing the public to contact the Chief Salvage Inspector before sending old tags away.
A report outlines new season wool appraisements in Australia with 1,750,000 bales to be valued by June 10. It notes limited stock availability, shipping bottlenecks, and the impact of global demand and blockades on prices. Britain, the United States, and allied nations face varied supply. Australian appraisal opens in Sydney August 9 and Britain August 26.
Old Boys defeated Boorowa Juniors by a clear margin as L Jennings and G Bond scored, with D Ryan converting a try. Second half surged with the wind adding 30 points for Old Boys, Neville, Jennings, Spencer among standout players, while Terry Rogan refereed before leaving 20 minutes from full time.
Tribute from MMe Hus Garling, managing director of MHeeneo, praises the country’s remedy for coughs and colds. The piece recalls Garling’s career from printer’s devil on the old Independent to leading roles in Shaw, Ker and Galna, and his launch of the Orange Leader and Bean’s Rescuer. It credits publicity in provincial papers for the product’s enduring popularity and notes Garling’s support for the “Why pay for the water” campaign.
Warning to any person found hunting taking bee nests or trespassing in Narra Allen without permission will be prosecuted. Issued by STEVENSON & CO.
At a Saturday Young People’s Heart meeting the Board granted a refund of fees for stock travel and transfer to other pastures due to pasture area fire damage. The board discussed boundary actions and inspections, and ordered further boundary and fencing inspections.
The Road Safety Council of New South Wales notes a weekly rise in road fatalities with June showing higher tolls than the previous year. Victims span all walks of life including a minister, a trades union official, a government worker, a decorated citizen, a widower with three children, and a truck fleet owner. Authorities cite careless or reckless driving rather than criminal intent as the main cause and seek explanations for the seasonal spike in fatal accidents.
A fragmented report argues drivers show courtesy lapses on main routes and curves. It ties increased incidents to motorists overestimating light traffic and neglecting vigilance. Emphasizes care, courtesy, and common sense to reduce congestion related risks.
A Rabbit Inspector's report records preparations for compulsory notices at a meeting of the Young Pastures Protection Board. Impromptu notices were issued to multiple residents and households including A. V. Frater and C. Byrne, with letters sent to L. Hunter and others. ADAMS' GARAGE advertises batteries and tyres at low prices.
Notice warns all persons found trespassing will be prosecuted. WALTER MERRIMAN identified in the report of property damage and shooting in a paddock.
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