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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 04, 1929
Page
4
G N Nash Ravenshaw Street Gloucester advertises reasonable charges promptness and reliability for pig and calf loadings picked up from any part of the district. Phone 119.
The article explains how intense cultivation benefits plants by preventing moisture loss, weed removal, and soil aeration. It notes roots uptake food and water from soil, leaves breathe through pores, and air in soil improves soluble plant nutrients. It highlights varieties like Salvia, Purple Red, and Australian Giants of California as superior strains. Celery requires ample water and rich manure for tender stalks and flavor.
A garbled New Year greeting from gardeners seeks a bright year in gardens and homes. The message hopes rain when needed, sun at the right times, and happiness for garden friends, with playful references to nature and a cheerful outlook for the coming months.
December council meeting urged white municipalities in North to back the Fort Repine development league. President cited Maitland conference supporting opening Port by rail and suggested priority to Stroud line, with implied automatic follow-on. Dr Flannery commented on policy.
Instructions describe blanching stalks by earthing plants and wrapping in brown paper to avoid spoilage. Suggests sowing lettuce weekly, thinning to prevent crowding, and keeping soil moist and manured. Notes rapid growth, with radishes ready in two to three weeks.
Coraki resident Mr. J. Eden was injured when a dangerous insect reportedly spat a venomous fluid into his eye. An eminent naturalist said the creature may be an Arschinus heatle type, with pungent discharge irritating the eye and surrounding glands. Eden has endured medical treatment for over a week as doctors monitor its condition.
An Australian testimonial extols Doan's Backache Kidney Pills for kidney and back pain relief. Mrs. Hampton of Dowling Street, Dungog, describes her husband’s six year relief after four bottles. The ad asserts wide Australian use, urges purchase from chemists and stores, and lists Foster McClellan Co. as proprietors in Hamilton Street Sydney.
Stroud Shire Council pressed for a railway connection to Port Stephens calling for intershire cooperation. Dr Danny urged backing the Port Stephens Development League and the proposed Stroud route to improve regional transport and development across NE districts and nearby shires.
The Stipendiary Showants ruled on a case at Lin Gog racing, disqualifying the mare Nereid for a prohibited win. Officials, including Cha and T. M. Carlton, noted the mare identical to a registered thoroughbred and sentenced a 12 pound stake. Public reaction praised the decision, while connections faced scrutiny for attempting to influence the race outcome.
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