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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 29, 1929

Page

10

Arsenical spray tests at Sugar Experiment Stations

A historical report details experiments at Sugar Experiment Stations testing arsenic sprays on beetles in cages. It covers fumigation methods, treatments with arsenate oils and molasses solutions, and observations of beetle mortality and plant impact across multiple trials dated December 191? to 192? with water volumes and timing noted.

Juan Ford Jesus Butler Mercer Jeter Italy

Lead Arsenate Trials on Cockchafer Beetles in Field Frames

Experimental results detail the application of lead arsenate to trap trees and frames housing cockchafer beetles on various trees. Mortality rates rose sharply after arsenate sprays, with decimated beetles found under nets and debris and many dying soon after exposure. Trees remained largely unharmed, supporting arsenate effectiveness without leaf damage.

West Butler Moreton Bay Sammie

Wireless Programmes and Evening Schedule Highlights

Radio listings and program notes from Brisbane showcase a dense schedule of morning news, mid day weather and market reports, afternoon and evening talks, music sessions, and operatic highlights. The lineup includes station identifiers, announcers, train times, shipping news, and a broad range of classical and light music selections with multiple vocal and instrumental performances throughout the day.

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Bantamweight Champion Bout In Sydney Narrowly Decides

Boxing report from Sydney venue details a bantamweight title bout where Fidel Lav Darbas defeats Billy McAlister in the fourth round. The Australian challenger Carrell and sparring exchanges yielded early momentum, with injuries and fouls affecting flow. Referee halted action briefly as blood and clashes marked a hard fought contest before final verdict.

Sydney Fidel Lav Darbas Koneket Billy McAlister Bantaraweigh Shamieion Beth Contaste Althea la Yaris

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