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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 14, 1918
Page
4
Fielding Tad reports on a mixed week across the state with variable weather and improving but uneven market activity. Shearing is in full swing, with feed supplies lagging yet expected to improve if warm weather continues, while overall demand remains light and inquiries scarce.
The Dalgetys report notes improving wool prices as warm weather boosts feed, stimulating sheep growth. Weekly sales at Lonstiny and nearby yards show varied cattle and lamb offerings, with prices largely steady to firmer, though lambs and store grades remain under pressure from ample supply and softer demand.
A garbled OCR style notice lists multiple names and fragments of actions and places, with unclear dates and subjects. It reads like a disrupted business or legal brief. Core individuals include Eilers Shentod and Co and GF Lee, with scattered references to places and times.
Prices across the fat cattle market show heavy weights fetching 15 to 16 pounds per head with various grades recording 14 to 19 pounds. Odd bulls and inferior weights hover around 9 to 12 pounds, while best beef steers command higher rates.
A fragmentary fat stock market summary lists sheep, lambs, pigs and cattle with price ranges and quality notes. Prices show sheep and lamb values edging up, hogs and store cattle mixed, and regional variations in quality from high to low.
Overwork and worry can harm health and wreck kidneys. Start using Deans Backache Kidney Pills at first sign of backache nervousness indigestion or urinary issues to rest the kidneys. Fremantle testimony from Mrs White confirms a lasting cure after a course of Deans pills and urges others to begin now.
A sprawling report list covers taxes, population counts, industrial activity, rail projects, housing plans, and naval matters. It notes a NSW population rise, new building values, a 500 000 pound corporate project, a flood of public works, and an Edinburgh style emergency response as the navy tightens regulations.
At Moora Licensing Court applications were heard for licenses at Verenjon and Patan. Mc Abbott argued conditions on the title required by the government sale, while the Chairman questioned these attached conditions. The Bench granted the Moora license on condition of updated sanitary facilities and water supply, raising building costs to about £3000. The Dalwallin application was opposed by police due to lack of police protection, with Dalwallin about 24 miles from the station and nearby settlers within seven miles. the application was refused.
The monthly meeting chaired by Mo J. Logue accepted accounts of £25 and discussed correspondence from the Geraliton Roads Board and Lands Department. Prohibition period set October 1 to January 31. Refund of 10s for Upper Irwin licenses approved. War Time Prohibition Association proposal rejected. tea and scenes added. Address to R. A. Wilton planned for September 18 at St Catherine's Hall Greenough. Works approved: Eves Crossing Gregory Crossing Minninooks Road Georgina Road repairs.
Baxter authorities announce a Wheat Scheme to aid farmers by recouping cornsack costs via wheat certificates. Jute merchants report storage and handling savings, with recoupment from farm yields starting at delivery and through the certificate date. Farmers must authorize via form circulated by the ministry. The minister asks all involved to support a successful scheme for mutual benefit.
WEW Publications reviews a compact volume by Lieutenant Crosbie Garstin, mixing sharp trench life sketches with humorous, humane observations. Irish-infused wit uplifts the text, praised as well written and portable, designer as a practical pocket guide to morale.
Elder Shenton and Co held a sale on Tuesday September 10 disposing of 3000 ewes from H J Hyem via Drover Charlie Fowler from Nannara Station. Drover Charlie Jamex left by car for Onslow with Edgar accompanying to Bilin g. Millar’s plant was sold to Drover James. influenza spreads and P C O Connor is ill. 25th annual Butter Factory meeting reports turnover near £60,000 with a dividend announced.
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