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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 02, 1953
Page
8
Royal interest marked the Daria Cup Challenge in Adelaide as officials and observers reported on the event. The competition drew attention from prominent figures and local authorities, highlighting the reach of the meeting beyond the sporting community.
Farm supervisors highlight lime and meadow hay trials in New England dairy districts. Mr. Davidson notes farmer interest in Grant demonstrations, with liming improving soil and pastures at Skeleton Creek and other NSW sites. Dolomite raises calcium and magnesium, boosting production. barley, rye and clover pastures show strong growth after liming and seed-bed preparation.
District agronomist forecasts about a 20 percent rise in sowing for the 1963 harvest amid cool nights and dry days. Harvest weather has been ideal and yields, especially 34 bushels per acre, are strong though bunt or ball smut affects some wheat. Dusting seed with copper carbonate or Ceremon controls the disease, reducing risk.
The Central Western Slopes orchards show prolific cover crop growth this season with subterranean clover trefoil and other weeds doubling. Forbes’ large orchards report sod planting and mower purchases to revert to sod culture as Autumn dressings with superphosphate and a mild winter boost yield heavy clover growth. Orchardists increasingly renovate and culture amid good seasons, according to Orange Fruit Officer Mr Ec Winltaker.
The article reports Australia’s defeat at Brisbane in 1929 to South Africa, noting Bradman did not get a true chance and criticizing selectors Phil Ridings Jack Ryder and Billy Brown. It warns of continued testlooms and calls for selector changes to infuse youth, even from New South Wales, amid a wary outlook for Australian cricket.
Since July the Department of Agriculture in New South Wales has dispatched large quantities to mature protection boards with demand rising each weekend. Officials estimate distribution will continue for two to three months and note rising need as doses reach recipients.
The Dubbo Cycle Club hosted a Boxing Day cycling carnival moved to Saturday night due to heavy rain. Over 12 riders competed, including state champions and riders from Camden, Cabramatta, Mudgee, Lithgow, and Sydney suburbs. Keith Gardiner excelled, winning his junior heat and narrowly missing the final win, while Leo Leonard beat Don Evans in a dramatic race and led the Dubbo Wheel, as Forbes riders impressed many locals.
Forbes bowers defeated Peak Hill after close games securing victory in both A and B rounds. Individual names appear with mixed legibility, noting players such as Gale Sch fuotro J Wilawxes and Leary A. Morn among others. Results indicate Forbes teams A and B won some games while C team had a deferred match against Bugowra with limited details.
Grinsted Cup hopefuls clash with Forbes for the Grinsted Cup on January 16 at Spooner Oval. Scheduling shifts due to absences as players head on holidays. Sunday’s possibles versus probables match went ahead despite hot humid conditions.
The Far West Children's Health Scheme mourns the death of Sidney Coleman an enthusiastic superintendent since 1947 An outback man he led the scheme in infancy and valued a large sum each year to aid needy children across the vast region.
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