Crow Bonus Debate Shapes for Preservation Over Crows
At Forbes board meeting directors discuss paying a crow bonus to protect valuable birds. Proponents argue crows help control blowfly maggots and pests, citing observations by Le Sueur and White. Opponents warn bonuses may shift to other districts and fail to prove causation.
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Laidlaw Guy Jeg
Whaytow
Laidlaw
le Soeuf
Zoological Gardens
Sydney
le Sueur
Captain White
Mr. Low
Forbes
Hunter
Low
Forbes Biatriet
Forber
Forbes Board
Eliott
Bathurst
United States
Sly
Messrs
Fmunter
Mesera Elliott
Sly, Strickland
A Bird Man's Opinion on the Australian Raven
Thomas P. Austin of the Cobbora Estate in the Dubbo district, noted authority on Australian ornithology, comments on the crow in a discussion about the Wider the Proper Sonse Australian Raven Corone Austra Me. He notes that when poor sheep get down.
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Thomas P. Austin
Cobbora
Dubbo
Rail freight charges blamed on land value taxes push for reform
A. G. Autre argues for shifting railway and tramway charges from traffic to land value to promote settlement. He cites the National Party urge for free railways, parliamentary resolutions, and Forbes station receipts showing potential 20 percent savings by transferring cost, aiding producers and discouraging idle land.
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National Party
Sydney
Thomas
M. Burke
Farmers and Settlers” Association
S. Hickey
M.lwa
Bankstown
East Hills
Storey
PLW
Forbes
A. G. Autre
Congregation Fears after Threatened Shooting at Anglican Church
A troubled man at Matthew's Anglican Church in Albury threatened to shoot Rector Canon Bevan during a service while under the delusion ritualistic practices were being used. The incident disrupted Holy Communion led to police action to stop further disturbances as Rev G F Pake and wardens faced ongoing threats.
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Matthew's
Albury
Canon Bevan
G. F. Pake
Ravens as Foes and Friends to Flocks
A historical note on ravens condemning them for attacks on sheep yet praising their scavenging role. The piece argues ravens cause eye injuries to lambs during attacks but also help by feeding on offal, reducing blowflies and pests. It highlights the mixed value of ravens for agriculture and suggests they could be beneficial if they spared sheep.
Brush Your Teeth The Do's And Don'ts From A Health Lesson
A health article champions brushing teeth and gums with up and down strokes and a circular motion. It warns against treating a preferred toothbrush as an heirloom and advises selecting a medium or small brush, brushing all mouth surfaces, including cheeks and tongue, for overall dental health.
America Bewildered on Prohibition Policy Across States
An Argus summary from Brennan of Melbourne reports a temperate view on U S Prohibition with calls that enforcement lacks uniformity and may spur a national reaction. It notes reduced public drunkenness in some areas, but questions the drastic law and its social effects.
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A Brennan
Melbourne “Argus
America
LSA
Argus
United States
Bosvst
Eennsylvania
Local Goods Display Promises Special Line of Serge
A dealer invites inspection of a variety of fabrics including duck cloth and a special line of serge constants. The firm pledges to show the goods and discuss prices with customers.
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Duckfond
Priceworth
Edentudios Offer: 12 Apta Toned Photos and Booklet
The Edentudios advertise a tempting package of 12 dainty toned photos and a charming booklet folder for 12/6. Open all day Saturdays and holidays at 727 George Street Sydney.
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Edentudios
Eden Studios
George Street
Sydney
Remedy Nerve Nuts Claim Cure For Headache and Pain
A promotional note asserts headaches neuralgia and other ailments stem from poor blood and exhausted nerves. It touts Hean's Tunic Nerve Nuts as a tonic to purify blood nourish the nervous system and ease pains, prepared by a qualified chemist per a nerve specialist prescription.
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Hean
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Capetown
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Durban
Clicrist Watt @ Sanderson, Ltd
O'Connell Street
Aura
Marcus Clark & Co., Ltd
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Hos
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