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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1931
Page
4
The Sydney wool market closed with declines as the last of the 180-31 Ferwnn line appeared and sales totalled 9047 bales with 8407 sold at varying prices. Competition was strong among domestic and German buyers, with merino clips and oddments notably steady, while finer lines showed softer bids.
Market report shows a general decline in hide values with varied prices for different classes. Yearlings, calves, and heavy hides weaker, rabbit skins scarce, and wool and tallow prices mixed. regional notes list ranges from 1d to 20s per unit across multiple grades and qualities.
An ad style blurb touts Kruschen Salta as the safest way to lose fat, claiming it cleanses the body and improves health with a patent machine-like body response. It promises fewer ailments and broad health benefits while selling the product at two shillings and one pence per bottle in chemists and stores.
The Daily Telegraph reports Bakewell invited to play in the test again for New Zealand. The committee considers that if successful he may become successor to Hobbs as opening batsman with Sutcliffe.
Saturday's cold blast and wet field dampened play as Acton faced Eastlake in Kingston. Eastlake surged late, overcoming a tight first half to win 24 14, with standout performances from Gunleu and McKinarty. Acton, led by Harrington and McDonald, showed grit but failed to match Eastlake's second half surge, while Queanbeyan defeated Acton earlier in the day and hype built for next weekend's games.
Buyers bid freely as heifers and lambs pitched at Pennington market today. Trade steady with firm finish though competition remained keen. Prime heavy woolwethers forward 1,700 head in cattle section. prices quoted include lambs and various grades with several bids noted.
Bhekerpaare for the Federal Capital Prem of Australi Ltd files at its registered office in Coberrs. The fragmented notice references corporate registration and office location details, indicating standard filing actions for company premises.
An unclear advertisement fragment describes anti aging claims and facial creams. It mentions promises of turning back time, applying morning and night routines, and lists product names and prices in a period style.
Unclear notes report unprecedented event at Sydney season with New Zealand and Australia dates. Messrs Twain and Hamboure asked to depart by boat next Thursday week. Canberra show advertised for Tuesday May 23. Melbourne amid mid August plans. Official letters confirm reception and refunds available for patrons with tickets.
A habeas corpus ruling stems from a chaotic hearing in Chambers Morning where Davideon was discharged from Jody George Leonard Mats. The court granted a writ of habeas corpus directed by Kasper at Hom hull. The detainee, previously held on impropriety accusations, remains in custody awaiting further action by the Attorney General under the Celmem Act.
An artifact listing describes a Bali Romite building block set of 4,000 pieces suitable for four and six room homes. It notes the price around £4 per item and mentions doors windows and talutele materials, with a brand named BORIGA. The fragment hints at a construction kit or ready mix for home building with itemized components.
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