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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 04, 1917
Page
3
Agricultural and Pastoral Notes present weekly insights under the supervision of Hon W C Grahame MLA Minister of Agriculture. The notes are drawn from the department's official information and aim to inform farmers about policy, crops, and livestock management.
The New South Wales Government winter experiment on butter storage reveals that pasteurised cream produces more stable, fresher butter over three months, while unpasteurised butter deteriorates to lower grades with fishy flavor and higher spoilage. Measurements show temperature control and proper neutralisation crucial, with many factories moving to install pasteurising plants to improve storage outcomes and reduce taint.
The Under Secretary and Director cited farm samples near High held Camowindra showing lucerne thrives on slopes with good drainage, enabling 20 acres to be sown for wool and lamb production. The crop is cut for hay, stored as reserve, and rotated with wheat soil preparation.
A North Coast farmer asked the Department of Agriculture to stop white ants from eating winter raw feed cuttings. Ants destroyed part of the sets and attacked an Indian cane planted last year. Government entomologists recommended a repellant mixture and tar water, with ground prepared by digging and ashes digged to aid impregnation.
The Department has addressed the issue multiple times. Rust affected wheat may still feed stock seen as safe with ordinary caution. Department authorities note rusted wheat retains nutritive value for horses and cattle, and feeding is commonly relished by them. A Canadian perspective aligns with cautious use in practice.
Mr EB J Holmes shared a study from the West Australian Department of Agriculture on the fruit fly. The talk outlined life stages and durations in summer and winter, noting larval and pupal periods, plus egg laying and longevity ranges.
A Sheffield Weekly Telegraph writer details North Sea patrol life aboard a Goblin class vessel. He reports extended watch, mine-sweeping duties, and constant threat of German U boats and Zepplines. The piece contrasts imagined sea warfare with real conditions and highlights crew resilience, danger, and camaraderie.
A fragment notes William Lever paths and American interests concluding with unclear phrases about gains and gras. The readable portion hints at business or travel context but lacks complete facts or identifiable figures.
A fragmented scene follows Eugenia’s sedate life as she contemplates marriage to Count Sparvo. Jellybrand pressures her, a letter is drafted to Horoyd, and a looming yacht outing with Sparvo is planned while Jellybrand asserts his control over the situation. The story blends romance, threat, and family power dynamics in a tense domestic setting.
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