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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 10, 1913
Page
3
An Agricultural Bureau inspector led a farmers’ meeting on wheat growing, stressing long term fallowing, proper mulch, and limited cultivation. He advised on seed bed pickling for drought resistance and demonstrated subsoiling via controlled blast to improve root growth and drainage.
An officer of the Department explained the value of the method at Wetherill Park, stressing its use where the subsoil is come or hard pan. He noted the technique can reduce the amount of plant food needed in the subsoil.
Strangers in Sydney see varied egg trade terms such as New Zealand River sorts North River and Southa that govern prices. New Iaida fetches highest prices while River sorts are lowest. Winter margins are smaller, summer margins widen with season and steamship routes influencing cost.
An Australian report notes eggs produced near Sydney fetch the same price as distant supplies. It criticizes northern dairy farms for letting male birds roam, causing rotten eggs after river and coastal transport. It urges penning hens, daily collection, and weekly forwarding to Sydney to improve rates and curb “River sorts.”
An excerpt describes a rough ride by Bishop Montgomery and companions in a wheelbarrow across 45 miles in two days. The account mentions three men in front and a rope guide, no springs, and lists mishaps from bumps and shocks creating a harsh journey.
Government statistician presents February 1913 vital stats for Sydney with comparisons to the prior five Februarys. Births total 1 814 males and 700 females, infant mortality 88 per 1000, deaths 604 with most in hospitals. Major causes include diarrhea 84 and cancer 63. pulmonary disease 42. epidemic diseases 30.
The article reports returns for lines sold in Sydney on January 24 27 31 and February 5 with per dozen or per dose prices. It compares Northern River market quotes on corresponding dates and notes high temperatures causing price spreads between fresh and ordinary sorts. It estimates that in 1911 production of 1 614 601 dozens in coastal counties could yield over £20 000 once methods improve.
A London pearl merchant, Mr. Mark Rubin of Holborn Viaduct, reported a highly planned burglary attempt using an extraordinary scientific kit valued at over £41,000. Police found a half ton of tools including an American cloth tent, twelve gun cylinders, blowpipes, electric battery, and a 27 by 18 inch observation screen. The attackers fled after scorching the safe, leaving tools worth over £60 behind. investigators believe the criminal group, possibly foreign, will be traced through the equipment and methodical planning.
A story about a Congo parrot shown to a elderly lady’s gardener. The bird reportedly whistles “Home Sweet Home” and is noted for its intelligence. The gardener claims a different Congo parrot once whistled “The Village Blacksmith” so well that a term of praise was earned.
A Regina by-law now requires bakers to wrap bread in tissue paper. The measure aims to improve sanitary handling as a delivery person attends to horses before touching the bread. Health authorities plan strict enforcement of the clause.
The article notes Egypt spent about £10,600,000 on irrigation projects including the Agouan dam, while land values in middle and lower Egypt jumped from £191,000,000 to £488,000,000 and total rent increased from £16,400,000 to £98,000,000, attributing major gains to engineering efforts over two decades.
In a London theatre a sudden fire breaks out during a courtly dance scene causing panic and injuries. Rae More Clive heroically helps to rescue. Brianna and Ty confront personal tensions as Phil d Eyncourt recovers and Mickey’s fate unfolds with legal bills and family arrangements.
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