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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 17, 1929

Page

2

Winter Crops Experiment Reveals Strong Territory Trials

Winter cereal trials on dairy farms and wheat plots show promising results despite adverse conditions. Trials compare Mesos varieties with local standards, while manured plots outperform those without. Rain is needed to advance germination and pasture growth. several plots are dormant or in early stages awaiting favorable weather. A planned tour with farmers and graziers will provide first hand observations.

Nnberra Green Mersis Nelly Amd NL Nellson Mir Dendfield Cameron Johnson Westridge Bondfield Belconnéh W. Lloyd Duntroen E. G. McMurtrie

Prolonged Drought Threatens Hermannsburg Aboriginal Mission

The Minister for Home Affairs, Mr L A Abbott, said protracted drought drags down Hermannsburg Mission in Central Australia 80 miles from Alice Springs. Cattle numbers fall, some Aborigines leave for work, and a £400 yearly government subsidy sustains bodily care. A £2,000 water scheme funding was proposed from a £4,000 subsidy, with options to relocate near Alice Springs if upkeep costs rise or seasons do not improve.

Hermannsburg Mision Central Australian Alice Springs Abbott

Artificial Wool New Textile Explained

London briefing on Nouveau Textile a new artificial wool fiber from vegetable material altered chemically to mimic wool. Samples shown in blankets felts and suitings with strong claims of lower raw material costs and equal or better softness. Captain Ash notes price about 1d per lb and aims to supplement wool without direct rivalry.

London Lord Chesterfield Castile Ash

Round three nears as South City leads in rugby league

Last Saturdays games closed the second round with South City remaining unbeaten. West City shows title form and Hall improves, while Northe and Southero struggle in patches. Duntroon and Saintroon contests, junior squads top the ladder, and South City plans a benefit dance for injured players with Alan Hidley to be honored.

South City West City Hall Hawke Gribe Curran Canberra Christophers Duntroon Saints Souths Grant Harrington Sutherland Towser” Rourke Lucas Leo Green Easts Weat City Leo Breen Torm Tem Steels Ball Bouth City Causeway Hall Bouth's Alan Hidley Acton Rovers Bouth

Censure Motion Not Against President Clarified

A FAT Rugby Football League meeting on Monday carried a censure motion that targeted the vice-president rather than the president, clarifying that the action was directed at the former official. The report notes ambiguity in earlier headlines about who was censured.

Ridley Farewell Social in Queanbeyan Honors Alan Ridley

A farewell social for Alan Ridley at St. Gregorys Hall Queanbeyan drew football and tennis fans. Peter Long's orchestra played as Deputy Mayor All. W. Freebody presented a leather wristwatch and items from local clubs. Canberra Rugby League and officials prepared further tributes and a gold of official qualification list collection.

Alan Ridley Huarubesy San Rge St. Gregory's Hall Caleyon Kohl Peter Long Bowers Jueanhevan Freebody Citzens Mr. Halley Wits Righy Leaene Quenecyan Air Redlew Canberra Rugby Alin Pitley Hotel Canberra Capal John Ditters Attizens of Canberra Gia Capitol Theatre At & Pom

Young Man Shot After Heated Quarrel at Station

At Fairtieht Railway Station in Liverpool a man, Joby Miskell, fired four shots during a dispute with a longtime companion. One bullet struck his target’s cheek, others hit a mantlepiece and wall as witnesses restrained the assailant. Miskell was taken to a surgeon. later charged at Liverpool Court with attempted murder.

Sydney Fairtieht Lermpon Joby Miskell Mickell Mickell'a Hwek. He Appeared Not To Tae Reriogsiy Mwirt Vaelaiunt Mr. O'Conner T Wan Miskell Newrlby O'Connor Fred Liverpool Court Morence Heath

Broadcast Schedule Highlights Music and News Segments

A fragmented listing outlines an Australian broadcast day featuring music and news, children's programming, talks, markets, and operatic performances. Notable items include references to the Sydney Operatic Society Revue, Melbourne Opera Quartet, and broadcasts from His Majesty's Theatre.

Sydney Operatic Society Romano's Cafe Dance Orchestra Menaunt Gerlong An Howe Nova Madio Revellers Breck Exchange Rotary Club Lanchenn Geelong Rooms Judas Trin Newn Bruce J. How Felt Madame Elie Davies Melbourne Grand Opera Quartetts Norma the “Age Gramophone recNam His Majesty'n Theatre Exhibition Street The Age” Newn

Wise Mothers Promote Heenzo Cough Mixture for Families

An old advertisement urges mothers to prepare a family supply by adding water to a two shilling bottle of concentrated Heenzo. It claims the remedy is suitable for all ages to treat coughs colds bronchitis and whooping cough, promising cost efficiency and daily use.

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