20 Mar 1936
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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1936
Page
1
A discussion on wool shortages prompts use of blends like rayon with wool to manufacture fabrics. Critics warn against deceptive labeling, noting products advertised as pure wool may contain cotton, rayon, or other substitutes.
The article discusses wool shortages boosting demand and the spread of substitutes like synthetic fibers. It notes historical market trends, cites expert opinions on substitute impact, and mentions proposed Truth in Textiles laws to curb deceptive labeling. It references wool’s global consumption, production shifts, and potential government actions affecting the textile trade.
The article notes Britain’s petrol tax raised about 423 million pounds last year. It breaks down the receipts into 39.8 million pounds from petrol taxes and 2.6 million from diesel engines.
A near miss involving an electric vehicle in Maclean injured Ming Edna Glesr as an arc blew from a blown socket. A lamp shade shattered and a wire was severed a foot from the ceiling while all other vehicles in the daily line were extinguished by the crevice. This marks a second such incident in the region within a month.
The first annual report of Queensland National Pastoral Co Ltd for year ended December 1935 shows a loan of £23,212 after depreciation. Losses include 50,000 sheep and 14,000 cattle killed by drought and floods, with write-offs of cattle and sheep and a forward debt of £37,827. The drought and June rains decimated paddocks, reducing stock numbers and earnings amid cool weather and general hardship.
Fatdfe Cantor plans to travel to Australia this year with hin wife and five daughters. Fatward Mott, 18, was killed by lightning near Goomalling while with his employer. He was found dead still sitting on the plough. the others were unharmed.
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