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Newspaper
Burrowa News
Location
Burrowa, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 31, 1939
Page
2
Following unsettled events in Europe the wool market remained firm for high quality lines with keen competition and largely unchanged rates. Doubtful yielding and medium descriptions were irregular and generally cheaper while skirtings held good value. Predicting outcomes is difficult amid unpettied conditions as tensions continue.
A vintage note urges Australians to beautify neighborhoods with thoughtful gardens. It covers plant selection, layering, and spacing for shrubs and perennials, warnings against crowding trees, and tips on combining ornamental plants with edible crops like Kohl Rabi and Turnips to create appealing home landscapes.
A reader notes that if icdina is spilled on white linen, soaking the article in plain cold water overnight makes the stain reappear, suggesting a reversible or residual mark that recurs after washing.
Farmers urged to inspect our diamond barrows and compare prices before purchasing. Lawrence & Hodgson advertise competitive rates for barrows and related farming wares.
The Country Producers Selling Co. Ltd reports on March 23 noting grave international affairs and anxiety among traders before wool sales in Sydney. The market opened firm, matching Brisbane levels, with firm values but slight irregularities in average and inferior fleece and skirting descriptions. Withdrawals were heavy for those lots, competition was keen with Yorkshire and Continental buyers, Japanese demand limited to merino fleeces and crossbreds, and overall clearances judged satisfactory. A new catalogue from New Zealand and southwestern slopes is planned for March 28 featuring later shearings from Western areas.
Wonderful display planned with Ranunculus and Anemone bulbs to yield crimson scarlet lilac rose blue hues. Plant Ranunculus claws down Anemones crown uppermost about 2 inches deep and 2 inches apart. Do not use fresh manure near them. The Ranunculus Parcel costs 2/6 and includes 50 bulbs in beat mix colors. The Anemone Parcel with 60 bulbs is 4/-.
P. L. C. Shepherd & Son Ltd. promotes its farm and garden seeds business dating back to 1827. The company lists a postal box in Sydney and telegram address SHEPHERD, Sydney, highlighting its long history and regional presence.
A quirky plea requests jam pots along with eggs old linen and literature for a local hospital effort. The message suggests community generosity and a spirit of support through everyday items and collectibles.
Public Health notes describe global immunisation advances against diphtheria led by France and Canada. France reports wide school and regional vaccination reducing mortality from 11.1 to 6.2 per 100 000 and earlier trials show lower deaths in vaccinated populations. Canada cites 1.5 million immunised, with morbidity down about 90 percent.
Lawrence and Hodgson advertise genuine GM parts at right prices for Chevrolet models. Highlights include right pricing and authentic components, aiming to attract customers seeking OEM quality.
Notice warns that trespassing or leaving gates open or taking shortcuts on properties Corringle Sugarno Sunbury Graham and Sunnyside will be prosecuted without regard to persons.
The Young P.A. and H. Association informs Cowra Show Committee of withdrawal from the District Council of the South-Western Show Associations over dates. It proposes a reciprocal schedule exchange but asks Council for a ruling. Cowra proposes to forward the matter for District Council guidance. The 1839 Cowra Show is set for September 5 to 7 and neighbors at Murrumburrah are to be informed.
A South Western District police patrol car used for petrol work in Harden was struck from behind by another vehicle on Saturday, causing about £20 in damage. The pursuing driver, observed behaving erratically, followed and halted ahead but was hit from behind. no injuries were reported. The driver faced charges of driving under the influence at Murrumburrah Police Court.
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