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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 08, 1952
Page
4
A clipping discusses poultry housing advances, contrasting old tank-like structures with modern ultrap litter barns. It notes better protection and ventilation in high open sheds, the absence of strong objections to high perches, and stresses practical meat supply from Cairns produce merchants.
World of Science reports on Krilium, a chemical soil conditioner promoted to improve soil structure, water retention, and fertility. Dr Charles Allen notes its potential to mimic natural decay processes, boost crop yields, and reduce erosion, with immediate use in greenhouses and market gardens while promising large-scale impact later.
PNION MEG and Agency Co deliver reliable tackle and gear likely featured in an ad or notice, highlighting strong product claims and brand presence in the local market.
A how to guide explains sowing seeds and preparing soil for seedlings. It covers soil depth, covering with fine sod, watering to keep the surface damp, and gradual hardening off as seedlings grow.
A horticultural note from the Department of Agriculture discusses papaw growth, recommending planting windows from March to May in North Queensland to avoid excessive early vigor and wind damage. It details seedling methods, root protection, spacing, and fertilizer timing with emphasis on sustaining fruit set low to the ground and managing pests, with adjustments for seasonal rainfall and plant age.
Irvinebank notes recount a social visit by Mrs W Berne and party from Herberton, with Daphne and Rhonda Eileoe among attendees. Mr F Byroe and Mr T Mann visited Townsville. a dance at Irvinebank hosted by Mrs Buckley and others occurred amid rain and a stalled dam. Damaged text limits full details but mentions community figures and local events in late February.
Ratepayer from Tamistall writes about road work delays in Flying Fish Point and calls for Crown land open selection and settlement. He references a Local Authorities Conference at Gairas Wore and urges Queensland Government to act on lands in the Shire of Johnstone.
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