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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 16, 1911
Page
3
A New Zealand beekeeper explains foundation wax costs and benefits, noting a gain on each set of combs and the labor savings from using foundation. The account covers honey consumption by bees, wax production, drone comb issues, and the seasonal impact on drone populations and beekeeper costs.
The article argues beekeeping pays, noting extensive American colonies and high honey yields. It cites southern California investments in bee appliances, labor costs, and growing honey production, linking bees to fruit culture and crop yield across the United States. It highlights the extractor’s impact on production and the broad economic role of bees.
M. Pons, owner of a wine shop, paid 200 francs to a stranger who offered a preface by Coppee for a poetry volume. Coppee denied knowing Pons, calling it forgery, and Pons realized he was the victim of a practical joke by an unscoundrel. The incident unfolds amid local courtroom confusion.
The article details Victorian wine racking practices and cellar management including timing after fermentation, temperature effects, sediment control, and cask handling. It also reports a proposed Australian dried fruit scheme by Mr Driffield of Melbourne to form a growers’ co op for fruit marketing with projected savings and capital benefits.
The Archbishop of Canterbury cited the varied British climate in response to a request on prayer for rain. He urged local clergy to decide prayers for weather rather than national directives, noting weather shifts confound broad guidance. Report mentions public reactions at an event in Shepherd’s Bush and quotes observers on changing conditions and clothing.
Government Inspector Mark Reynolds reports sorghum unstable in dry western NSW conditions but adaptable if tested in interior areas. Maize Yellow Dent varieties yield highest fodder and cobs with late tasselling tied to rain. Cowpeas struggle on clay soils. soybeans suffer rust and insect damage. Grazing calves on clover or grass boosts weight. whey feeding cited for pig growth and cost efficiency across regions.
The text advises sowing from September to December to align with likely rainfall and secure a payable grain yield. It notes that even with good head on rains, continuous sowings increase chances of a successful crop when rains fail and some portions may be gulled.
A recently published pamphlet on Freesland or Dutch dairy cows cites average yearly yields around 50 gallons with some cows producing as high as 3150 gallons. American trials note higher records such as Colantha Fourth’s Johanny at 27402 gallons per year with 9998 pounds of fat, while British Holstein figures show many cows exceeding 1000 gallons annually and local stock bulls with notable milking records.
Canada studies British market needs for pork production and interviews leading Canadian agri officials. Farmers feed young pigs largely on milk with small portions of offal or crushed grains. after weaning at six to eight weeks, milk is baked with solid food mixed at about one part milk to four parts grain.
The poem recalls holiday chaos as Tom and friends rush home from school to cram packing, games, and chores before dark. A bustling scene shows bruised boots, torn pockets, and makeshift cricket with sticks, capturing a bustling family and neighborhood at day’s end.
One of the 4A Hundred and a member of the Six Hundred, John Ford of the 4th Hussars, was laid to rest at Puddington Cemetery. A detachment from the regiment attended the funeral as Ford’s grave profiled the worn regimental insignia and cap. He died after a long service in the army.
A feature on Mr J Pierpont Morgans jewel collection shown at the Victoria and Albert Museum with items tied to royal histories from Dresden to Valladolid. The article discusses legendary thefts, missing pieces, and the perilous histories of several famous jewels including a Dresden chain and Amorite- era rock crystal pieces.
The Perthshire berry harvest centers on Blairgowrie Alyth Coupar Angus and Auchterarder as 1999 acres of the Bestland variety are culled. The Blairgowrie region yields about 2400 tons this season a sharp drop from last year’s 2290 tons and 400 tons previously.
A fashion notice describes a black satin Directoire coat with a cover protecting delicate frocks. The ensemble features a waistcoat outlined by Ellen Girdir and a tawny foulard revera, highlighting refined accessories and coordinated styling.
A vintage baking piece outlines making dainty home made cakes at fairs and bazaars. It details mise en place, oven testing, and several sandwich and sponge cake recipes including Walnut Cream Sandwiches Almond Gingerbread Rainbow Cake Chocolate Sponge Sandwiches German Cinnamon Cake Date Cake and Fairy Delights with step by step portions and methods.
The text describes steps for mixing milk yeast, heating, then adding caraway seeds, lemon peel, and currants. It instructs stirring the dough, allowing a rise, shaping into buns on buttered sheets, brushing with fat, and baking until done. It cautions not to make buns too large.
The article outlines many uses for cheesecloth including dusting furniture polishing wood and cleaning windows. It describes making dusters from cheesecloth dipping in furniture polish for shine and using kerosene for a quick dusting cloth. It also notes cheesecloth folded and sewn makes durable cleaning cloths and suggests using it for straining broths and wrapping meat.
A collage of quips and vignettes from a bygone era featuring peasants, miners, families, and a coach of jokes. Dialogues touch on marriage mishaps, miner pit tales, a child’s schoolroom dictation, a motor scene, and a dog in town, all presented in a lively, colloquial tone.
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