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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

Apr 16, 1913

Page

6

Wolves and Wolves: A Timber Wolf Encounter

In Windsor Magazine Charles G. D. Roberts recounts a tense backcountry scene where two men, pursued by wolves, confront danger amid a birch bark call and a moose chase. The horned bull battles to defend its mate as eight wolves surge from the undergrowth toward the couple and their rifle.

Agenoo Tooless Anyoee Adam Mroce Rawson Abe Raneco Moore Charles G D Roberts Windsor Magazine

Leap Year Effects on Pay and Economy in February

The piece notes the extra Leap Day in February shifts pay days and raises questions about earnings. It cites £500000 in revenue and similar outgo, plus bonuses for insurers and police across years. It discusses how 53 Saturdays can occur, creating an extra pay week for workers and premiums for insurers.

Reqeire Oring Ncurence London

Mystery of Bird Flight and Wing Beat Speeds

An old study notes wing tip speeds nearly identical across species and compares wing length, beat rates, and energy. It cites stork and sparrow beat counts, then concludes realistic flight energy exceeds simple mechanical calculations. A stray recipe line appears, describing an egg flip with sherry.

Warnings on Sharpening Stakes and Tools

The piece explains sharpening axes and stakes to ease entering crowds. It describes making bevels on both faces or one side while the other rests flat on the grindstone, noting the effect resembles a wood cutting chisel. It emphasizes proper technique to reduce blows with an axe or tomahawk.

How To Guide Axe Cutting For Straight Splits

The diagram explains staking a flat left surface and pointing the wipe away from you. Lift the axe and press lightly to let it drop on the wood end. The cut becomes straight, using less energy with the improved edge.

Gheap Automatic Stop-Cock Described For Water Flow

A device called the Gheap automatic stop cock is proposed to regulate water flow into tanks and troughs. It is described as made from tin and features a detachable valve for easy use and maintenance.

Agricultural Gadget Demonstration on Tin Water Valve

A described device shows a water valve built into a tin with a tight lid and side openings. Two brackets hold pieces to adjust flow, letting air enter to regulate water release. Demonstrations illustrate placement, length adjustment, and operation of the valve.

Newest Jewelry Designs in Gold and Gunmetal Watches

A vintage page advertises a wide range of gold brooches sleeves links chains and padlock bangles with prices from 1s to many shillings. Gunmetal watches silver chains and ladies watches are offered with guarantees and two year repairs. Wedding rings engagement rings and band rings are listed with varied prices and stock kept in shop. Certified repairs and special view services are noted.

Este Tax Ated Speciaview Ee Rscro Deane

Mammitein product feedback letters from New South Wales readers

Recent letters from NSW users praise Mammitein products, with requests for additional bottles. Sydneysiders R H Barling and A Faulks report good results and ask for more doses, while G Rowley seeks 25 dose bottles to replenish an earlier supply.

Syd G. Rowley Mammitein Proprietary, Limited Pitt Street Sydney

Pedlar's Acre Folklore Becomes Court Colorful Bequest

In Chancery Court the Pedlar's Acre tale surfaces as Lambeth Borough Council holds a civil interest in the bequest tied to a church wardens’ gift. Varied legends place the pedlar and his dog in a window or sheltering in the church yard during Mary II’s escape, while a judge notes the fund serves borough rate relief and suggests publishing the wardens' and vector’s research.

Chancery London County Lambeth Ta Oh Riverside 4 Pedlar Acre Mary James Dog Smith Justice Nerilils

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