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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 10, 1912
Page
4
Chemist J C Bronish discusses years of experiments on dipping fluids for cattle. He cautions against excessive arsenic, explains oxidation risks reducing efficacy, and advises proper testing methods while noting practical formulations using tallow tar and caustic additives.
The Victoria District harvest outlook shows higher yields in wheat and oats, with hay gains. Malcolm Fraser notes caution on rosy forecasts while confirming the best wheat yields to date and promising cultivation expansion for larger future totals across principal districts. Southern districts report acreage and yields, including Swan and Pingelly regions with varied results.
Menara Dalgety and Company Ltd publish prices for wheat and related grains with figures in pounds, shillings, and pence. Bran and pollard values are listed alongside spot and other market notes. Metropolitan Cattle Market figures follow in the next section.
Kew Mines Bil Kal Corlie and The Chamber of Mines urged protections as the second reading was moved by Mr. Collier last Friday. Government changes threaten mining by banning contract or piece work, abolishing night shifts, lowering weekly hours, and risking mine operations and wages for about 18,000 workers.
The Financial News reports the Western Australian government plans to issue a 1 080 pound loan at four percent. The article notes the stock is quoted around 103, ex in forest, with the issue described as attractive to investors despite the rate.
A suffragette, following postal rules, hand delivered a letter to Mc Churchill’s residence after paying a 34 cent express fee. The incident is described as an early act of protest with the recipient and locale noted in the fragmented report.
Nabawah Race Club schedules Boxing Day meeting on December 26, 1912 at Rabawalt. Weighing 10 stems post weights, close with secretary at 10 oclock. Entry for the ABAWA Cup valued £98 follows Western Australia racing rules.
First and second day January rustles through district plate and handicap events with stakes from £10 to £15. Nominations close December 14 with weights declared December 17 and acceptances by December 20. Public auction of booth and refreshments planned on December 15. secretary R F H Worthington leads Northampton Jockey Club.
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