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Gloucester Advocate

Location

Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Aug 07, 1931

Page

4

Golf problems prefered lies division eyed in Maitland clubs

The Mercury notes debate over adopting a system of preferred lies for country clubs in Maitland. Dr J J Hollywood Gordon Clift and Dr J J Stewart oppose the scheme arguing it would spoil the spirit of golf and unfairly assist weaker shots. they say country fairways are good enough as is and rule changes would benefit only some players.

Eac.v Mercury J. J. Hollywood Maitland Club Luallow J. J. Stewart Maitland

Fireing Into Space Fifty Miles Beyond Earth

Dr Edwin O Lyon of New York plans an Italian mountaintop rocket test to sample upper atmosphere at about fifty miles up. The 9916 foot Monte Redorta peak near Lake Como will host a steel Be–beryllium rocket with new explosive. The mission aims for three miles per second and automatic instruments, parachute, and gyroscope to stabilize flight. Lyon emphasizes a rigorous scientific approach, not a moon mission.

Edwin O. Lyon New York Monte Redorta Alps Lake Como Moun‘inn Berlin Lyon Moon

Ploughing the Fallow and Wheat Planting Advice

The article argues that excessive rain harms land, urging timely fallowing and careful ploughing to avoid damaged soil structure. It discourages late sowing in July, warns against rushing to expand wheat area, and promotes a long view toward high standard fallow for 1982 to secure crops in 1932 and 1933 with emphasis on financial footing and rainfall variability.

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Paling's Advertises VIC TOR Battery Sets for Easy Purchase

A Sydney ad from 388 George Street promotes happiness and social pleasure aided by high grade radio gear. Paling's offers full details on VIC TOR battery sets with simple terms on receipt of inquiry. No expert knowledge needed just turn a knob.

Paling's George Street Sydney Victor

Historic Loudoun relics sold at Glasgow auction

Scottish treasures from Loudoun Castle Ayrshire were sold under trustee order. Items included Sir William Wallace’s sword and the Union Treaty quill pen, prized as national heirlooms. The quill pen, tied to 1707 treaty signing, drew special interest amid Loudoun surroundings.

Glasgow Loudoun Ayrshire Countess of Loudoun William ‘Wallace Earl of Loudoun Castle William Walkie England Loudowns Wallace James VI Scotland

Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Promote Health

Warning on kidney disease notes silent progression and dangers of neglected symptoms. Doan's Backache Kidney Pills are praised by Gloucester resident W McIntosh for relieving back pain and restoring kidney function, with long term endorsements and wide availability from Foster-McClellan Co. in Sydney.

Nature Dean W. McIntosh Gloucester Doan McIntosh Foster-McClellan Co Proprietora Hamilton Street Sydney

Motor world report cites highway dangers and global vehicle data

The article notes a narrow bridge on the Great Northern Highway near Wallebadab, with speed limits risking car damage. It quotes NRMLA figures on motor vehicle ownership by country, Australia ranking fourth, and global totals. It mentions portable garages for stranded motorists, school crossing patrols, and legal notes on speeding summons.

Wiles Creek Great Northern Wallebadab NRMLA Soece American Automobile Association West Baden Ind Chicago Motor Club N.a.mla Australia United States New Zealand Canada England France South Africa Germany Lassen Volcanic National Park U.S.A Snap ‘Highway

Milk feeding of dry cows as insurance for next year

An American writer argues that feeding dry cows builds calf health and preserves the cow’s strength, enabling a strong first milk flow after calving. He notes water, hay, and cornstalks can support this, and warns underfeeding during the dry period weakens both cow and calf. A NSW Agriculture pamphlet offers scientific guidance.

New South Wales Department of Agricuture Sydney

Victor Radio Battery Sets at Paling’s Sydney

Upgrade your listening with up to date scientific political commercial musical market and sport updates via a Victor Radio. Inquire at Paling’s 338 George Street Sydney for fully guaranteed battery sets with very easy terms.

Paling George Street Sydney

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