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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1929
Page
8
The Department of Agriculture actively pursues control of prickly pear by introducing biological agents. Reports advise local residents to collect eggs, larvae and infested segments to propagate beneficial insects including the cactoblastis moth and Chel Identapilate bugs.
The text shows garbled OCR about a printing house, mentions The Forbes Adveosts, and requests a quote. It references a skinny friend Ethel, a Beemer, and a piercing mix of names, places, and phrases, lacking coherent event or facts.
A faded snippet discusses Day and Martin boot polish and the Sun magazine. It recalls how Day & Martin failed to heed advertising and lost business to New Procem Wax and Turps. The piece notes readers rarely follow advts and remain stuck in old habits.
Weather notes from Forbes describe a moderate climate with warm spells and cool nights, plus occasional showers and a clearer sky by next morning. A large fire incident on Wednesday night damaged a shop and nearby premises but was contained by residents and fire services.
In Orange on Wednesday Industrial Court fined Laurance J Foley a master butcher for breaches of the Award. The court ordered him to remit a reparation to commence work before 63 man, to pay back time miscalculated wages, and to exhibit a copy of the award in the shop. Evidence showed non compliance with the award terms at the shop.
The article discusses sheep carrying capacity estimates for the state, noting figures from 42,000,000 to 0.19 million as possible ranges. It cites the Meat Industry Board and pastoral authorities, mentions peak numbers in 1801, and compares chilled beef trends with interstate cattle movement into New South Wales and Sydney market implications.
Discussion on export controls for stud sheep draws sharp division among farmers and analysts. Proponents say Australia should support the merino wool industry abroad, while opponents warn of risks to the national flock and potential loss of market relevance if rivals overtake wool production.
A historical notice describes soil saving dams built during water flow to stop erosion and reclaim farmland. It details wing walls, wall extensions, and concrete work to divert water, trap shifting earth, and stabilize banks. The text emphasizes maintaining ground level, wall integrity, and proper materials for durable construction.
A partial transcript describes a wage dispute where an orderman is referenced and the court notes hours and costs. The defendant reportedly faced fines for failing to exhibit a copy of variation to the award and there are mentions of employees working in a shopyard.
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