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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 19, 1924
Page
4
The article notes mixed stock market activity with declines for ewes and wethers offset by firm overall prices at reduced levels. It mentions a large consignment from the South-West, and that buyers faced firmer seller terms, while heavy horses and interior lots showed varied demand across country sales assisted by Eldar Smith and Co Limited.
Market notes show best medium weights selling around £13 to £14 with plain weights near £10. Wethers and sheep varied. prime heavy lines reached about 94 shillings for some lots. Overall tone indicates fluctuating demand and uncertain prices across weight classes.
Market notes show varied prices for sheep mutton and pork. Two damaged lorries and one overturned vehicle noted at the metropolis market with fair inquiries for average quality sheep and meat, average prices around £5 2s 6d and £4 10s per unit.
Reports describe a wide police net around a prisoner named Murray and a possible escape plan. Investigators note sightings near the walls and suspect Richard Buckley may be involved. The commotion follows a prior liquor influence discussion and a Children’s Court link.
A report on bacon producing practice outlines three key inquiries for bacon curers including suitable live weight ranges, the best breeding stock such as Middle White and Large White crosses, and optimal feeding. Curers favor uniform English bacon quality and urge collaboration among pedigree breeders and curers to meet consumer demands.
A Daily Telegraph piece by Prof RAL and M'Alestor explores the city of David and the Jebusite wall. They argue the eastern Telusite hill marks the ancient Zion and discuss Hesekiah’s additions near Seumcharih and the armoury noted in Nehemiah.
The text recounts a historical tale of quit rents paid in various forms to a landlord, including animal tribute and peppercorn rents. It notes unusual obligations such as carrying goods, and mentions specific items like gloves and eggs. It contrasts old labor value with modern money rents.
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