Stipendiary Stewards Favored by AJC Sydney
Sporting notes report a move toward paid stewards at Randwick after AJC committee discussion. It notes Victoria and South Australia may follow, Queensland already uses paid stewards, and New Zealand urged to adopt the system. Also covered are GunCap’s Grand National Steeplechase record, trotting events, and proposed grandstand and track improvements with cost estimates and new fee structures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.J.C
Sydney
Randwick
Victoria
South Australia
Queensland
New Zealand
Guncap
V.rc
Vitoria
Melourne
Toome
Devia
Pitt
Tsee
A.L.C
W.at.c
Goodwood
Kensington
Fremantle
Alex
Clydesdale
England
Clothes Make a Man After Weedarra Success in Steeple Event
The article notes Weedarra’s rising profile and a 20 percent share among entrants for the Great Western Steeple at Govier in August. It highlights Grncap, winner of the V Grand National Steeple, purchased for 42 guineas, described as a bargain in horse-flesh. Grncap’s state-won value reached £1,483 and he is a well-bred chaser by Carbinier from Benzine, tracing three strains of Stockwell in his pedigree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weedarra
Govier
Grncap
Wise
Carbinier
X Sin
Carbine
Benzine
Beazon
Vesta
Stockwell
Sale Time Fever and the Battle for Bargains
A playful, satirical Perth column on winter sales turning madly competitive. Observes shopper chaos, hatpins, glove counters, and the social ripple effects as women scramble for discounts. Mentions husbands, bank withdrawals, and children absent from school as sales begin.
Fremantle Market Report Yields High Prices for Crossbred Sheep
Dalgety and Co reports July 28 market yarding of about 6000 sheep with prices near last week’s. Notable was four extremely heavy crossbred wethers sold for 2 pounds 12 shillings 6d each, the era’s peak price. Pigs offered 8 head, mostly heavy sows, with porkers and other weights selling well at slightly reduced prices. Lambs and ewes ranged widely in price, with heavy sows at 3 pounds 16s and other categories cited in detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dalgety and Coceport
C. A
Berley
Valedictory at Narngalu for Pingelly station master
A farewell gathering on 15 July at Narngalu honored station master Mr Pingelly as he transfers to North Dands Iup. Mrs Pingelly received four purses of sovereigns, and the Pingelly daughters were given a handsome gift. More sovereigns are promised next Thursday evening. Residents regret the departure after thirteen years of courteous service and wish him prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Narngalu
Pingelly
North Dands Iup
Nargulu
Narmgulu
A Useful Implement for Scrub Clearing Declared Economical
The Department of Ages culture discusses a new rake like device called the Campbell verbrake. Professor Lowrie endorses its build, ease of use, and cost effectiveness versus hand picking after fires. The Agricultural Commissioner notes trials in Yuna and Gnowangerup with strong praise for its scrubbing capability and four-horse action. Port Adelaide price listed at £29 10s, with royalty potential for local manufacture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Ages Culture
Lowrie
South Australia
Campbell Verbrake
TH. Vian
Yuna
Formbs Bros
Chapman
Vian
Port Adelaide
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Henry Wilis
Geraldton
James Bell & Co
Elder, Shenton &Go., Ltd
Stock Salesmen Union Assurance Society, Ltd
Murchison
Nasrana
Mees
Spitis
Mount
Pope & Pope
Brad
Lyell
Ticwas
Crooks
Brooker
Marine Terrace
Seage
Elsbach Lighting Coy
Australasia
Kona Genus cLanogw
Neflosives Ilosives Coy
Macnn
Ge Troghlog
the “Don” Outfitter
Garaldtun
N. ‘Chapman
Claaldton
J. FitzPatrick & Co
Eleanor Stelet
Geraleton
George Lester
Gunnes
Gumstover
Puwers
Wien ‘Atenden
LE Stock
Perth
Momumental
Geraldton Joinery Works
J. Gibson
Co. Stokes & Co
E. Arundel
C. Bartlett
Hugh Road
Urse Searle
Crtiscatal
Inlion
B. Fuhler and Co
Sporting Notes
Ubirree
Bey
Times
le Mari
Foy
Saving’s
B. Fuller and Co
A.U.S.N. Co
Melbourne
McTiwrsith
McBecharn and Co. Pty
Australian Mutual Provident Society
Life Assurance
Dale Ciguer
Rallie Nicol Jarvie
Ogan’s
Christie's Bulk
Rom
Gilbey
Girl
Usray
Chas Feldstock
Millars
Xaret Anp Sapeatt Coy
The
Wis
S. Green
KEW
Geraldion
Sa Murchison
Tad Allans
Ockerby, Lehmann, & CO
Chas, E, Chapman
Guarai Oes
F. Green & Co.y Marine Terra
Winter
Viah
Armstrong Street
Borsalinc
Woodrow
Gata
Nea Door Railway
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