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Newspaper
Cowra Free Press
Location
Cowra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1918
Page
4
Agricultural notices announce oversight by Department officials with mentions of Miss Welds and My WC Orebamk. The fragment suggests preservation of land use and maintenance duties under regional authorities, referencing standard notices issued by the department.
An 1917 agricultural notice details apple mildew control using copper sulphide spray. It explains preparation, mixing steps, timing with other treatments, and cautions on remaining mildew growth to protect terminal buds and foliage.
An extended discussion on rabbits in pastures, their burrowing habits, and effects on land, crops, and predators. The piece cites Inspector Rabbyt and farmer observations about burrow networks, grazing impact, and long term implications for soil stability, with warnings about foxes and the challenges of managing populations.
A long discussion outlines various water purification techniques used under drought conditions, including alum and bleaching powder additions to remove color and impurities, chlorination effects on bacteria, and practical steps for household use. It references the influence of coagulants, lime, and soda, with notes on practicality, safety, and observed outcomes.
A note describes cheaper pruning by making simple burners for water tank priming systems. Frameworks from wheels and tanks can be assembled by blacksmiths, with a durable bottom and drain setup. Benefits include lower costs, easier handling, and faster work though caution about burns and eye strain remains.
An article describes using a strong Team of bullocks to dig out rabbit warrens. The plough will break up the warren to a depth of four feet, destroying burrows and driving rabbits from home. Deeper channels may be found, with other methods to follow.
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