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Geelong Advertiser

Location

Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Date

Dec 22, 1917

Page

3

Land notes show beet bread experiment and new deposits

An article summarizes attempts to use Sagan beet in bread making in France, notes a large ore deposit found in Abyssinia with railway plans to the Red Sea, and reports farmers harvesting crops while discussing worm activity, spraying, and orchard care with various fertiliser and cultivation tips.

France Abyssinia Red Sea New Gratia Trom Enon Lowe Archer Pete Plgtang Hanerehard Spencer Dorwan New South Wales Rouben Tanier Nomgelibaters

Old Farming Ploughs and Cattle Milk Quality

A historical discussion covers manual and iron ploughs, soil work, and weed control challenges for early farmers. It notes wear of wooden plough parts, crude improvements, and shifting practices in plough design. The piece also reports Professor Gildeiat on milk quality, butterfat variation, and temperamental cows affecting dairy yields.

Lough Gildeiat Armstrong Colregee Newcastle-on-Tyre Profesor Gi Ioheist Mit Weuther

Hay Stack Safety and Ford Tractor Discussed

The article describes hay stacking methods to prevent roof damage and water intrusion. It then reviews Ford Motor Company's tractor prototype, noting a 2 horsepower design with trailer-like features, electric headlight, and expected postwar sale price under 200 pounds to farmers.

Mineral content notes in pool water and safety

The article discusses varying mineral content in water and its effect on pool chemistry. It emphasizes mineral balance as important for safety and suggests maintaining proper levels to prevent issues, especially in warmer months when other beverages are common.

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