07 Feb 1936
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Newspaper
Carcoar Chronicle
Location
Carcoar, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 07, 1936
Page
1
The Minister for Agriculture announces that under the 1934 Pastures Protection Act all sheep over six months must be ear marked with a prescribed brand and earmark. Brands and earmarks must be registered for each holding, with penalties up to £100 for offences. Registration is handled through the local Pastures Protection Board, as noted at the Carcoar Board meeting.
The article explains leap year rules, noting that century years not divisible by four are skipped and that leap years occur every four years. It cites examples from 176 to 180, 1896 to 1904, and predicts 1996 to 2004. It also states February of this year has five Saturdays, a pattern not seen again until 1964.
Skeleton weed seeds found in grain supplies prompting urgent farm district audit and warnings. Authorities urge farmers to inspect wood and feed materials for weed like seed beads, report sightings to the board, and destroy infestations immediately.
The report warns that greyish samples of thick wheat could carry skeleton weed seed from river areas, risking spread to near farms. Seeds survive digestive tracts of horses and spread via manure, so early detection and vigilance by landowners are essential. Poultry farmers may request the Department of Agriculture booklet by writing to the Under Secretary, Department of Agriculture, Box 164, GPO, Sydney.
A scrambled screen gossip collage traces Lolly Mtarohd and MG Moa rumors about South Sea idols, Clark Gable’s South American flirtation, Joan Harlow’s language lessons, and director Clarence Brown’s embrace of Gable’s charm. It notes mishaps on set, elevator stunts, and a rash of sensational tales about stars, crews, and looming projects amid playful innuendo and theatrical exaggeration.
Fragmented notes describe ore deposits with heavy mineral content and several prospecting activities. Mentions boundary work near St Attia, material sampling, and a battery and plant in working condition despite garbled text. Details on dates, locations, or results are unclear in the readable fragments.
Mount Marshall company opens a large investment in ore development with a heavy machinery trade by Thompson Ltd. at Castlemiay Victoria. Cyanide plant shutdown Dec 20 yielded 44 head of bullion. Wentworth Goldfields reports ongoing sinking at Snoy Shaft and exploration to intersect reef near Sham rock Shaft. Lucknow Gold and Jawkoow Gold tied into an area near Uncle Tou historic rich fields.
The board faced a heated discussion over the pest problem with Mr. Guin Mb Wie and others voicing strong opinions. Directors debated control measures, potential bans, and costs while considering the town's economic impact and farm viability.
Orchard owners and orchard occupiers must register under the Plant Disease Act 1924 by February 28. A penalty up to 450 applies for non registration. Exemptions apply to orchards under one acre unless they contain banana, Manila hemp, or plantation crops. Registration fee is 1s per acre or portion. Send to Under Secretary of Agriculture, Boxan, GPO Sydney, or nearest Clerk of Petty Sessions. Registration forms available from the Department.
The company is optimistic about achieving its objectives and expects to report pleasing results in the next update.
In North Bismarck a tribute party at work on the Company's area cleaned a lean ore body and returned approximately one ounce to the ton. Ore in stopes now shows progress and a marked improvement in ventilation is expected to yield a large body of ore for treatment.
A reflective piece argues Australians must embrace pioneer ideals to boost population and self reliance. It warns against overdependence on Britain, urges bold development of resources and manufacturing, and promotes national protection and growth as the era’s defining mission. It stresses courage, adaptability, and future resilience.
At Homebush last Thursday sheep and lairage values totalled 35 001 with S Prosper Mandurama securing 10 19/9 aug 184 for 122 shorn x bred suckers sold by Winchcombe Carson Led. It may be months before new coinage or King Edward VII stamps circulate in Australia as the Royal Mint prepares dies in London and seeks the King’s approval. Meanwhile Deputy Master K T Clucas notes dies would be prepared from London designs approved by the King with the head facing right. Before weekend, W M Hughes may rejoin the Federal Cabinet with Health and Repatriation, while J A Lyons talks with Hage and a possible acting Attorney General role during Menzies’s absence in England.
During the last week in Pobruaey excursion trains will operate to and from Sydney Return tickets at single fare will be issued. The Metropolitan area and Castle suburban lines advertise the service with details to holders and readers urged to obtain a map at the official office for arrangements made and convenient access.
A fragmented weather note outlines monthly expectations from January to December. It mentions varied conditions: January starts with rain after a fine day, February mixes heat and storms, March brings possible rain and heat, April fair then wet, May pleasant then rain, June and July unsettled, August cooler with rain, September gales, October fair with light rain, November uncertain weather with Highlands, December storm and changing conditions around Christmas.
A' Back to Grenfell week to run from March 23 marking the 12 year gap since the last similar celebration. Reports from Cowra describe a lively clearing sale by Messrs Squire and Grey with spirited bidding for draught horses including eight year old geldings and a range of prices. A curious tale notes the discovery of a ri during recent fence work and the curious events around it.
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