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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1915
Page
3
Weekly measures under the personal supervision of the Minister of Agriculture, W. C. Orahame, MLA, focus on practical farming topics. The notes center on soil, crops, and livestock care with guidance for rural readers.
An agricultural experiment compares field selection with bar selection in maize. Leaming variety ears from field-selected plots were shorter and lighter, while barn-selected ears yielded more per acre and longer ears. Guidelines for choosing ears emphasize vigor, normal conditions, and single strong ears per stalk for best drying and market results.
A Palladella correspondent sought information from the Department of Culture about a promising grass named Giant Feneus. Reports say it stays green, withstands frost and drought, and cattle nibble it quickly, with potential advantages over Paspalum. Agrostologist notes it performs well in trials and could suit various soils, with seed available from leading demonstrators under emphasis on regional adaptability.
A grower asks whether crushed limestone or slacked lime gives better results. The chemist says use freshly burned stone lime to break heavy clay soils, while ground limestone or agricultural lime suffices to sweeten sour soil or for lime-loving crops. Quicklime should be applied at about a ton per acre. agricultural lime about one ton per acre.
An agricultural bulletin urges proper sheep shearing sheds and grain storerooms, arguing permanent facilities pay off for small flocks. It warns against dirty stalls and neglected grooming that harm horse comfort, outlining cleaning, ventilation, and disinfecting practices for humane care.
Experimental results from New South Wales colleges show Teff grass grows rapidly, with good weed suppression and potential as a big crop if grown as a supplementary forage. Suitability varies by soil and climate. promising on lighter soils and as a between-crop fodder, though not a full sorghum or maize replacement in hot districts.
A local notice announces a sale of live stock and farm implements at the buggy shed. The event promotes practical farming assets with cataloged livestock and equipment available for purchase.
The California Agricultural College advises sulfur applications at three key growth stages for vines: early when foliage is sparer, at or before blossoming, and when grapes reach a large size. If weather is warm and calm, spray as scheduled. if not, apply anyway but space applications a week to ten days apart. The first two timings are deemed important to prevent oidium and reduce labor.
The piece argues for reduced meat intake and greater use of cereals vegetables and fruit for health. It cites a Red Cross note on a German prison camp menu showing daily meals including coffee barley turnips cabbage Jerusalem artichokes and sausages with notes on limited rations.
Le Quex presents The Bond of Black described as one of his best efforts with early chapters loaded with suerte interest. Readers are urged to read the first chapter to be riveted through the rest of the tale.
Townshend and Graham flee from danger after a risky climb to an Irish sea view. They dodge a trap set by pursuing Welsh locals and observers, while a Liverpool newspaper hint suggests Graham’s prior conviction and possible manslaughter case.
A fragment notes a crowd and haste as residents move toward a gathering described as a convening at the Long Bow, signaling swift turnout and collective action.
A fragment discusses sawdust not acting as fertiliser and the risks of applying it to crops. It notes uncertainty about soil impact, potential cold soil effects, and the idea that potato fertility relates to sawdust in unavailable forms. The text questions safe quantities and timing.
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