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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1928
Page
2
A long rural reminiscence describes a mule team halted by pay disputes and a patchwork wedding notice. The old storyteller recalls mules resisting labor, a tobacco cue, and a camp with plans that falter as events of marriage and gifts unfold among neighbors and kin.
In a turbulent racing tale Betty risks everything to shield her father and help Hetty escape disgrace. Toby the jockey orchestrates a daring plan to swap riders and save the day as Nelson the favorite faces a perilous run. Amid betrayals and bets the crowd roars while love, loyalty, and fate pivot on the track.
Mrs Jones recounts a plan to keep her husband from late club hours by diverting him to his club with a light bluff. She described observing his reluctance and finally convincing him that an evening at the club would ease his headaches. The tale ends with the husband returning home at an earlier hour than expected.
Agricultural and pastoral notes issued weekly by directive of the Minister of Agriculture. Based on department experience and aims to guide the man on the land with practical observations.
The notes discuss pruning to develop a strong framework, directing growth to balance fruiting and vigor. Emphasized are avoiding excessive growth, delaying crop cycles, and maintaining a sturdy structure to support future yields. Recommendations cover timing, formation of limbs, and management to prevent overloading and poor fruiting.
The Government Entomologist describes a cheap disposal device for waste fruit in orchards affected by fruit fly regulations. A wooden frame with galvanized sheeting creates a chute that traps and destroys rotting fruit, drawing moths toward a protective window. The system reduces the need to bury or burn fruit and lowers cost and delay while meeting legal requirements.
The article notes root growth in deciduous trees begins well before shooting in spring and advises planting as early as possible. It warns against delaying planting to avoid wasting tree energy and recommends deferring planting until rainfall improves soil moisture. It also cautions against accepting bursary-supplied trees automatically.
The article outlines dairy and pig care practices for winter, emphasizing silage as a feed. daily rations based on farm production, lucerne hay, and grain byproducts. recommended dry clean bedding and dry feed to prevent health issues. warns about neglect costs, digestive disturbances, and the importance of proper housing, sanitation, and weed control in crop rotation and grazing.
A historical note discusses pasture composition and the value of diverse grasses legumes and herbs for silage. It warns single crop pastures are less nutritious and notes adding concentrates like bran pollard and lucerne hay improves protein and energy. The piece mentions Hawkebury Agricultural Q u silage and the role of varied rations in keeping stock in good condition.
The article advises consistent milking routines and gentle handling to improve milk production. It emphasizes driving cows quietly to the milking yard, milking at the same time daily, and returning cows to pasture promptly to reduce feeding disruption and injury.
Fragmented notes discuss winter housing for young pigs. Text mentions concrete floors drainage and a recommendation for insulation or platforming to reduce cold exposure. The passage appears as garbled OCR with unclear origin and authority.
A guide to selecting a breeding boar covers conformation, masculinity, and depth of body. It stresses even development, smooth shoulders, strong heart girth, and a straight pattern with good bone. It also details handling, housing, diet, and care for about seven years of service.
The article outlines weed control methods emphasizing prevention before seeding and early destruction of growth. It advises screening all seed, removing flower heads to stop spread, and aggressive root exposure in bulbs or tubers where needed to curb infestation. It also touches on selective cutting and sun exposure to weaken persistent species.
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