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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1910
Page
4
A reader defends agricultural development coverage of the Mullens district. The letter mentions a previous article from November and a reply to Mr Norman Pry regarding criticism. The writer stresses not disparaging the Mollews country and references a 30/11/00 issue for context.
Agricultural notes discuss takeall, its impact on wheat yields, and best practices for managing takeall on new land. It advises replacing wheat with oats where feasible, early fallows, burning stubble, and careful sowing after fallow to reduce disease spread. It also covers seed choices and the timing of operations to minimize takeall severity.
An editorial note argues takeall can only be controlled by starving the fungus, recommending fallowing, thorough land work after reiu, and substituting a wheat substitute crop. It cites sound reasons and suggests care in farming to reduce damage.
Yesterday's telegrams discuss taxation and railway schemes in Australia. Sir John Forrest faces criticism over political timing while the government delays timber progress and Mr Needham condemns Sir George Reid's party maneuvering. A suicide note from Wilhems hints at a personal tragedy amid broader news.
An incomplete article fragment mentions an arrest or court action involving an accourtamt named Collins and a vague description of a shaped item. No clear location or outcome is legible. Further context is unavailable from the fragment.
A letter to the editor complains of inconsistent Friday and Saturday hours in Geraldton. The writer cites Lands Office, banks, and railways closing early and shops opening late, causing inconvenience for country residents who must travel for business and miss meals and trains. The author urges uniform, extended hours and weekday access to services.
In Sydney on Thursday two fatal accidents were reported with officials aiming to prevent pictures entering the Commonwealth. Prime Minister urged safeguards as inquiries proceed.
In Auckland on Thursday a WOMAN received a dose and then took one himself. Both died five days later in what appears to be a fatal drug incident. Local authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
In Perth on Friday the Advisory Board met amid upheaval following a shocking incident at the Gwalie mine deme. A patient was operated on as officials consider next steps for local industry while residents near Geraldton discuss residential and Karri head projects.
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