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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 10, 1933
Page
7
Reports describe the Junior Red Cross drive to collect clothing for needy children, with volunteers selling items at town stalls to raise funds. The appeal emphasizes youth involvement, modest prices, and support from community groups amid ongoing efforts to provide warm garments during the winter season.
The Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission notes the poor wheat position in the region and the dam plan to secure grazing land. It outlines proposed reservoirs diverting Lachlan River water near Jemalong, about 30 men below Forbes, with a focus on a large scale irrigation system and the lower Lacian stretches.
A historical note stresses that good pastures improve animal constitution, wool production, and disease resistance. It warns against lush grass in export markets and highlights the value of grass beds. The text mentions Riverian and Lachlan regions, small holdings, and Crown support to enhance grazing and wool outcomes.
Reports from observers in Greenwich recount venom potency of redback spiders. Mr Blackman trapped an unfooded spider, died within two minutes after bite, then another large black spider died in 15 seconds after contact with web. Elder notes rapid fatalities suggesting strong venom.
The Railway Department and New South Wales Cricket Association arrange entry tickets for the Australia England Test at Sydney Cricket Ground starting February 35. Five tickets cost 1/6 with a daily return rail fare of 3d and a return window of two months. Train tickets for the excursion will be available at country stations with special seating details and berth arrangements.
An old method explains crop yield estimation by weighing a sample. Weigh a fixed frame over the harvested area, select representative grain, and use the frame to estimate the average yield. The produced quantity is projected as a multiple of the sample, approximating the total crop output.
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