Government urged to start wire netting production
The Lands Minister W F Rheahan proposes inducing John Lysaght Australia to begin wire netting production to ease shortages. He notes Lynaghte supplies two thirds of XBW netting but current output is inadequate. He suggests government support or migrant labor to boost supply and mentions visits by RabbIt expert W J Bwith and A L Proust to affected areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Rheahan
John Lysaght
Aust) Pty, Ltd
Ucenace
Agricultural Dept
Soliers Settlements
A. L. Proust
New Russian Sheep Promises Wool Edge Over Merino
A wartime era commerce report notes development of two Russian sheep breeds with wool said to surpass Merino quality. Reports claim Arkar Moriun and related stock are bred for sturdy frames, hardiness, and strong wool, potentially threatening Australia’s wool trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Department of Commerce and Agriculture
Soviet Union
Rmessingeensec
Neplord
Arkar-Moriun
Fea
Tuan
Aho
Arkiv
Man Charged With Drunkenness In Market Street
Acthur William Randall a 45 year old labourer appeared at Crown Police Court morning on a charge of drunkenness in Market Street near the edge of the road. He was found lying asleep by a Constable after 4 pm on Saturday afternoon. The court heard a plea for leniency and adjourned proceedings for further evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acthur William Randall
Messrs
Webb
D. Bobbin
Orown
Brunke
Market Street
Anny
Chifley Warns 1949 Will Be Hard Year
Prime Minister Chifley warns 1949 will bring hardship for Australia as global recession risks and European turmoil threaten stability. He urges workers and employers to give their best in the new year and stresses defense and economic unity with Britain and allied nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chifley
Australia
Mie Sear
Australan
Dhain
Europe
Britain
Terefore
Mechiney
Soldier Settlement Figures and Purchases Detailed
The report outlines extensive soldier settlement activity including 6 019 201 acres allocated, and 760 089 acres described as central tracts. It notes purchases and resumptions totaling £179 400 for equipment stock and housing, with government agencies and the Commonwealth Re employment Act guiding rural rate advances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hads
Aurel Basle
Shewluit
Goulburn Wool Handling May Create Record
Wool handled by Farmers and Graziers in Goulburn this season is expected to set a new record. The season’s total reaches about 140,000 bales, surpassing previous years and boosting the district’s wool trade outlook. January events include a local show and a program in Sydney and Goulburn with further sales planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goulburn Wool Handling
Goulburn
Fuetar
Mayer
Hilyhone Wiley
Newesstie
Sydney
Southey
Baxter Reese
Rainfall Totals for 1948 At Binalong Reported
Rainfall registered at Binalong in 1948 totaled 2257 points. Monthly figures include January 0 and February 97 with other months unreadable. note mentions Wysall Cycle Depot at Boorowa for purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Binalong
Sinalong
Denermby
Fur Sear
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Mt Leit
Hoover
W.M. Dwyer and Company
Marsden Street
Boorowa
Monwealth
BANK
E. H. Lawler
Family Chew
Woorowa Pharmacy
Pro- Prietor
Gregory Grey O'Hara
Tegiastere
Burrowa News
Pudman Street
Patricia Shepherd Court Street
Patterson Bros
Barden
Young
Main Street
Boorowa Rep
M. Ryan
Pudman St
Bourowa
Dick Barton
Evry
Vitalie
Kaila
Hauteen
Dieland
Nsap
Mindater
Lane
Ome
W. F. Sheahonald Tae Wonk
Hartlane
Wysall Pycle
Pudiuan Street
AWA
G. Lawrence
Pappas
John Pappas Wianes
Boorowa Wiklet
Farmers & Graziers
Rene
Great Country Organisation
the Farmers & Graziers
Bob
Bai
Armstrong
Bob Armstrong
Aunt Mary
Mary
E. W. Sams
Briar Street
Telephone
W. G Dunn Uprolsterer
Ohara
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