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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1917
Page
2
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Fragmentary text mentions lunar phases and dates in January including new moon on January 25 and first quarter on January 30. references a person or place but garbled. Contains scattered odds and a stray number 691 and January dates.
The Minister for Industries visited the Eastern States and urged rapid expansion of dairy farming at home. He cited WA import dependence and a dairy trade with the East valued at £722,000 last year, arguing local production could be more profitable and lessen reliance on imports. He compared WA with South Australia, noting similar conditions but stronger local potential, urging immediate action to capitalize on arable land and enhance tenancy and farming methods.
A local paper urges settlers to boost dairying and pig farming through summer fodder, silage, and exotic crops. It notes potential for a butter factory, outlines market routes, and discusses water supply, costs, and a recent rise in consumption while warning hard work is needed for success.
Reports from Agriculturist centres indicate yields may greatly exceed government estimates. Conversations with Parliament minders and ministers suggest a potential 20 000 000 bushels, with one authority noting 1.5 bushels per acre extra. The York and Northam districts report farmers see higher yields and the 29 6d advance under the what schoge boosts sentiment. Temperature records show 106 highest, then a drop to near 60s. a gala day for the Victoria District Agricultural Society netted a balance of £6 6s 8d after expenses.
A recently devised harrow features V shaped bristled rollers with 440 spikes spirally arranged on each roller. The front apex leads, sides use no parallel rollers, soil is broken thoroughly as the implement is drawn. A driver's seat sits above the front, a steel disc aids passage, reducing need for separate manure pulverising gear.
Military authorities abroad require that all future letters to Australian Imperial Force soldiers use a standardized addressing style. Examples show ranks and units clearly, including references to Australia Imperial Force and associated regiments, with the word Australia or Austrlali as a key identifier. The guidance aims to avoid delays and confusion in overseas correspondence.
The local company led by Mr Ches Lupp staged HMS Pinafore at the Town Hall with a full house. Led by Mr A Istmy and Miss Maud Kitchell, the cast impressed as did the chorus and orchestra under Mr Fack Sheppard. Special effects, lighting, and ship design by local teams added to the period feel, with praise to the musical director and producer Mr Charles Lupp. The production supports the City Band and promises another full house on a repeat show.
Prosecutions under the Early Closing Act were heard at Police Court before the Resident Magistrate. Defendants admitted shop openings after 7 pm on Christmas Eve. Judges and witnesses debated exemptions for stationery and other departments, noting country towns and Christmas trade influences. Fines were imposed for second offences, with debate over exemptions and fair competition.
Race day listings show Futurity era results with plate divisions and horses names. Notable figures include Silver Dol, Queen Maud, Stems American Bill, and Crown Thiste among others with various weights and positions noted across First and Third Class Plates.
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