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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 22, 1914
Page
1
Agricultural and pastoral updates reference actions by the Department of Agriculture. The notes cover farming guidance and regulatory notices affecting land owners and producers, outlining responsibilities and potential compliance steps for regional agricultural interests.
A Russian view from forty years ago outlines practical drought resistance for Australian dry farming. It stresses moisture preservation, shallow tillage, selecting suitable crop varieties, deep-rooted pasture crops, soil humus, and water storage, plus soil structure, irrigation control, and strategic plowing to boost soil resilience and yield.
Instructions describe sowing canary seed with autumn soil preparation, seed depth, and fertilizer mix. It covers equipment setup, seed drift method, and post-planting steps including weed control and harvesting timing, using archaic terminology and measurements.
An excerpt praises the steadfast man who endures adversity and keeps his course despite crowds and pride. It contrasts worldly glory with the silent strength of character, highlighting a person who serves with heart and nerve when called to sacrifice for country or home.
The Poultry Expert explains a lime water method for preserving eggs using four parts freshly lazeit lime to twenty parts water, with one part of flour. The solution, poured into earthen jars, should be kept loosely sealed and tested for density. Although noted as a limited, not highly reliable preservative, it remains known to be useful for short-term storage when eggs are fresh.
A Poultry Expert notes two young game fowls with feather loss around the neck and head. The birds likely roost poorly, with feathers chewed away by themselves or others, leading to hard necks and stunted growth. No link to diet. age suggests early feather loss patterns.
Advertisers are invited to verify the circulation claim of The Forbes Advocate which states it exceeds the combined circulation of any other two Forbes papers. Proprietor O W Browneill signs the notice for The Yerkes Advocate.
A fragmented horticultural column describes ornamental flowers and edible crops. It highlights Colossa and Colossa Pristina dahlias, their tall stalks and vivid bloom colors, plus a list of other flowers and climbers. It also mentions a greenhouse tour with vegetables like cucumber, tomato, melon, squash, and herbs.
A curious fragment advertises a Lambs Wear coat and a Great Peppermint Cure as remedies for winter illness. The text mixes whimsical imagery with product mentions and seasonal worry, suggesting protective clothing and medicinal options for cold weather.
A thriftily promoted home remedy recipe claims to cut cough remedy costs by more than half. The instructions describe mixing sugar, vinegar, water, and Henry Esconde essence to yield a pint of cough remedy, offered as a money-saving alternative sold by G. W. Hean and chemists in New Zealand and Australia.
Advertisement lists heavy furniture items with values and sale terms. Items include bedsteads, chests, chests and drawers, mantles, and wood furniture sets. Linoleum, rugs, door mats, and window blinds described with special values and prices.
James Maguire offers tailored suits with precise fitting and correct styling. Garment ladies' tailoring emphasizes specialty work. A single class of workmanship stands out as the destination for quality menswear.
Alderman Thomas Hughes LLP chairmen of oath of advice. Robert Kerr manager. Slat 1906 les capital pata up £37,500 reserve fund £20,160 balance carried forward £19,883 funds actually in hand £77,188 subscribed capital uncalled £5 total security. Homesteads, woolsheds, barn, haystack, growing crops, and all claims of risks insured at lowest rate.
Notice required before entering wither Carrawobitty or Bogabigal Fall at the bed station Carrawobitty Telephony 125 Forbes. ORWELL B PATTERSON Manager.
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