25 Aug 1917
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1917
Page
1
The article notes nitrate or ammonium salts boost plant growth and root development, increasing cane resistance to pests. It describes a treated plot where canes stood upright despite lime and poor soils, and cites arsenious poisons to combat grubs. It also mentions humus aiding arsenic action in soils.
Tests on soils of Hawaii treated with arsenic for weed control over five years indicate all poison remains in the top four inches and does not harm crop roots. Experiments on Meringa Farm test ten acres in fifteen plots to evaluate methods for using arsenic against grubs while conserving humus and lime. Further recommendations depend on conclusive results.
A historical advertises Doan's Ointment as a cure for piles with a testimonial from Mrs. Mitchell praising its four year relief. The advertisement notes the product costs 2 shillings 9 pence per pot and can be posted from Foster McClellan Co. at 72 Pitt Street Sydney. It also promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as pleasant and safe with no narcotic.
A member affiliated with Brisbane and Sydney Tattersall's Clubs and the Victoria Club Melbourne is noted for cross city participation. The reference highlights multiple club memberships and regional ties within Australian racing and social circles.
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