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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 12, 1925
Page
7
The article discusses the wool trade's dramatic fluctuations this season, noting inflated early values and widespread loss of confidence. It cites buyers hesitating to purchase and growers forced to realize lower prices, with only a few benefiting from late high sales.
The article outlines anxiety over future wool prices as buyers and manufacturers brace for potential declines. It notes lenders and traders expect careful pricing, with supply and demand pressures keeping values unsettled. Despite talk of a rebound, the trade faces disorganization and the need for cautious margins to sustain the industry.
The text argues that past downturns in wool markets show resilience when confidence returns. It notes that even with current gloom, history suggests surplus absorption and price recovery are possible as confidence grows. It warns that overseas buyers delaying purchases will affect prices but could stabilize later as global competition persists.
An advertising paragraph claims after infectious diseases there is always weakness that may lead to worse illness and that Scott's Emulsion heals and strengthens by renewing appetite aiding food assimilation restoring health strength vigour and vitality.
An advertisement touts the Citroen World Economy Car with 11.4 hp delivering 35 to 40 mpg in normal use and more on Joy Tap. It claims ease of starting with handle or starter and lists price at £260, highlighting reliability, sturdiness and speed. The page blends vehicle details with military surplus goods and assorted clothing items for sale at various prices.
Australian wool leaders warn the market collapse endangers the nation’s economy and postwar commitments. They urge drastic measures including forming a Wool Trust, withdrawal of dip subsidies, and a coordinated government program to restore stability in wool, textile, and related markets. The plan, discussed at a meeting, proposes Bawa No. 2 as a vehicle to manage funds and reassert market steadiness, with further actions planned for the coming week.
District leaders push for improved passenger facilities on the Marton to Hopetown branch after Clapp's deputation exposes chronic under service. Local representatives vow political action, citing repeated refusals and inefficiencies while seeking ministerial support and potential parliamentary pressure.
Citizens express astonishment at plans to extend service by 27 miles doubling train runs. Local officials argue new lines will ease crowding, yet critics warn of higher costs and potential delays. The debate centers on balancing coverage with efficiency during peak travel periods.
Fragmentary OCR text mentioning an agricultural prizes event and a meeting with names and dates unclear due to garbled source. It references Moho Taat meeting, Ferrvslere, and(Runtime) but contains many misspellings and unreadable sections.
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