Strange tale of a 5 shilling bank deposit timeless
A 70 year old bank tale from Gravesend features Robert Weston, once a peacetime pensioner, who recalls a five shillings deposit made 70 years ago by Major General Sir John Gordon. The money lay in a Savings Bank until Weston retrieved it, finding exactly seven shillings and sixpence after decades, with no interest paid for the small deposit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mor Un'n Wilde
Robert Wreton
Sottage
Grovevend
Gonunut Gurdon Copdavtealhyet
Gravevend
Fort Hopee
Ade
Weston
Famoan Nuldier
Fort Hine
Marif
Arhlow
Wenton
Heynolite
Robert Weston
Hugo Lie
Sir John
Robert
Hobert
Gravesend
Bavinga Hank
Clarks
John Gordon
Pigs and Shelter Sheds for Pigs in Yard Layout
The article describes shelter sheds for pigs, outlining yard layouts with one foot six inch posts, spacing of 8 to 10 feet, and roofing with bars of round Wish timber. It stresses protection from weather, pasture rotation, and efficient placement within enclosures to aid pig comfort and welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Janke and
Howe
Polnla
Roger de
Renervise
van Beaude
Catholic Bishop Speaks on Diocese and Shipping Laws
The Bishop of Turin, Hiterin Havin, voices concern over northern territory aboriginal clergy and coastal shipping restrictions. He cites government regulation as hindering development, urges rallying support for repeal, and recalls better times before the Navigation Act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siverke
Pete
Uistratin
Turin PE
Hiterin Havin
Akong
Santigde
Hovsaback Tealan
Bash Brotherhood
Hope York Heranoa
Territory
Pringle Shield Cricket Match Summary at Black Mountains
Pringle Shield competition details show Ben Lomond and Black Mountains players with Dusbury, Youman, and Le Lie We Hawuerday involvement. Notable scores include Delaney for 16, Baan 275, Milly 2 for 4, Punxbury 3 for 20, L Little 2 for 19, Youman top scorers with multiple dismissals, and Copeland not out 6. The dingy OCR lists numerous batting and bowling actions, including Youman and Duxbury contributions, with final totals and wickets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hlack Mountaly
Thorpe
Duxbry L
McLewis Murti
Dusbury
Youman
Willainsy
Guelund
Martin
Lo Youman
Hilt Watton
Uni
PL Delaney
Baan
Milly
Adbusasa
Punxbury
L. Little
Ryan
Market Report on Wool Trade and Market Dynamics
Market report analyzes wool demand and price trends. Mentions Belts and Coy, Athens, northern markets, and competition with Yorksbiers. Notes ongoing demand for best wool, with several long or coarse items showing little change. References imports from China and local visitors influencing prices and market sentiment.
Household Hints Total 44 Howling Drawn Game
R Williams 1 for 9 Le Youman 0 for 0 J Younan 0 for 2 K Edmonds 0 for 6 1 Younan B 4 Le McLeod 1 for 3 Drawn game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Williams
le Youman
J. Younan
K. Edmonds
Younan
le McLeod
Piggery shade trees urged for comfort and sanitation
A local report discusses planting shade trees around pig houses to provide relief in hot weather and wind protection in winter. It notes the need for a permanent water supply, clean troughs, and practical tools to keep the piggery sanitary and efficient.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llangothlin
Mott
Jobson
B Egan
Cope
Batten
Egan
Q. Campbell
Oy Ees
D. Wilcox
Bk. Hill
Agricultural and Pastoral Notes On Cream Quality
Agricultural and Pastoral Notes outline common dairy faults and best practices. It warns against improper storage and handling of cream, exposure to light and vermin, and unsuitable containers, urging proper delivery methods and quality maintenance with guidance from the Department of Agriculture.
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Amet
Wien
Ondside
Department of Agriculture
Box Mha
Cooperative push sparks split among Dairy Society members
A noisy meeting of Dairy Society shareholders debated coercing suppliers into joining the Primary Producers Union, while a motion sought to charge membership fees as a burden on co operative suppliers. Separate notes advise on removing stains from books with oxalic acid solution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenty
Dairy Society
Primary Producers Union
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Vcyn Caban Ice
Suva CL Cole
AIG
Wen Togornig Seis Gari
A. H. Helyar
Tri Phone
Little
J. Little
Markham Street
Armidale
Royal Hotel
Guyra
Moss Jones
Propketor
Bank Copdart
Fala
Sir Aloe
Tani Livin
Gordon
Black Mountains
Ben Lomond
Res Lomond
N. Bu
G. P. Kaan
F. Edmonds
It. Williams
L. Lttle
G. Martin
J. Garland
L. ‘Newman
T. Exum
L. Meteod
Duxbury
B . Youman
You
E. Delaney
Ibw
Gilliat
Stpd
Youmans
Copeland
V. Adamyom
Sondre Oy
Market Report
D& Coy Bik
Athens
Yorksbier
Etalon
Feowgwth v
Llangothli
Brown Eneyy
Foy
Eun
Kill
Tedworthi
Coleman
Piper
Wham
Fan
Johnstone
Tow
Tarr
Campbell
Tare
Palmer
Sutter
Pipers
Pipers H Tare
Jones
J. Thomas
W. Johnstone
A. Talaon
G. Whan
Arr
C. Campbell
Orl Myrh
Inca
Bridge Street
Sydney
Ted Cullen
NEW State Stores Building
New England
A. E. Peterben
Phono
REX Canned Goods
Trufood
Rex
Ebor
C. E. Cox
Blue Cafe
Radley Street
Allkinds
Thomas's
O. R. Pearson
Homebush Belling Agents’ Association
F. W. Williams
Royal Exchange Assurance
John Hogan & Co, Ltd
Newcastle
McIlrath's, Ltd
Bradley Street
Reat Otuce
Remon
Travel Service
Commonwealth Savings Bank
Kamure
Common Savings Bank of
Busta Manta
Australia
Ava
Ahos
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