Practical drought lessons for dairy farmers in Victoria
A Victorian Journal of Agriculture article by James Grant, a dairy specialist, argues drought proves the need for winter provisions and returned green feed. It details Me Bland of Yarra’s 160 acres, his 1915 cropping, paddock rotation, oats and wheat drills, and feeding regimes. It warns against overstocking and stresses early green crops, storage of hay and straw, and planning two crops per year to maintain milk and stock. It highlights outcomes: higher milk and cream sales and better yearling value.
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Journal of Agriculture
Jas Grant
Has. Bland
Yura
Tara
Apel
Yarram
Inter
Bland
South Gippsland
Farming advice for dairy herds in tough years and feed planning
Practical guidance urges restraint on stocking, emphasizes ample silage hay and straw, and stresses growing own feed. Authors advise keeping cows healthy, young, and well watered, drying off late in bad seasons, and planning early cropping to ensure future forage and higher spring yield.
Soldiers Letters From France Describe Trenches and Bombardments
Private Val Wyatt writes from France about head injuries from shrapnel, burial in shell holes, and near misses. He notes Joe Ravn’s death, casualties among comrades, and describes underground dugouts with electricity, bunks, and kitchens. He details bombardments, trench conditions, and Allied assault tactics amid heavy fighting near woods and villages.
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Val. Wyatt
France
L. J. Chapman
Jove
Liowell
Joe Ravn
Joe
Hell
Ritz
Geraldton Soldier Recalls War Front and News Delays
Private D. Mac Coll, writing from Beaufort Hospital, recalls casualty numbers and near misses at Pozieres. He notes distant Australia receiving news days late, while locals share vivid but incomplete tales. He mentions friends, injuries, and wartime camaraderie as he reflects on delays, hope, and plans to tell stories when able.
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Une
Auetralia
Australia
Geraldton
Lyricuda
D. Mac Coll
Beaufort Hospital
Fishpond
Bristol
Scott
Jlygard N' Pozieres
Villaze
Bill Murray
Charlie Taylor
Pacrow
Charlie
Geraldton Gaurlu Notices on Subscriptions and Address Changes
Incoherent notices indicate subscription terms, address updates, and payment options for readers. The text mentions subscription starts, delivery, and advance payments, with references to management and editors.
Unclear OCR Fragment Describes Car and Scythe Confusion
An unreadable historical OCR snippet shows a motorist questioning a stranger about a motor car and a scythe on a shoulder. The dialogue includes a playful misidentification and unsure responses, reflecting garbled early text.
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