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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 05, 1917
Page
3
The article details sheep husbandry, pest control, and pasture management including fly and parasite handling, dipping efficacy, and the impact of weather and flood on stock movements. It notes trials of sprays, the need for timely treatment, and reports animal conditions, transport, and prosecutions for breach of shepherding laws.
The executive committees of the National War Relief discuss support for Belgian relief. They report funds raised, plans to hold money in trust, and pending developments on aid to Belgium including food supply and labor regulation. The committee notes about £44,000 additional aid and total credit to date, with international consultation from England and London sources.
The notice details arrangements to generate the best 90,000 bats of Lew Routh Watewell stock, with changes possible in January and ongoing until fresh arrangements are set. It notes immediate needs for freight and shipping, with market prices described and limited sales behavior observed.
The British government appeals for funds via a new war loan issue with extended repayment terms of ten months and monthly payments. Public subscription aims to bolster wartime expenditure, hastening victory while stressing patriotism and national duty.
The piece extols the AUPA Laval cream separator as the world’s leading device, noting its claimed supremacy and widespread adoption. It asserts Alfa Laval dominance, deters rivals, and hints at global industry impact though wording is garbled. References to Waoxit & Josephson, Brisbane Stravin, Sydney appear as suppliers.
A Petrograd report notes continued heavy fighting on the Western Front with shelling and counterattacks. Dispatches describe front-line conditions, air activity, and periodic advances. The British ambassador and Reuters correspondents discuss Britain’s stance regarding Romania and consternation over potential shifts in alliance.
Mothers across Australia seek a safe home remedy for coughs croup and sore throats using Wean's Essence mixed with water to make a pint. The article warns against adding harmful substances and notes the product is sold by chemists and grocers.
A fragmented advertisement describes Nitoline Proprietary product claimed to aid maternal health and infant wellbeing. The garbled text mentions dosage by wrappers and supply sources, with references to a Sunset, Sydney area and broad claims of lasting effects.
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