FAT MARKET DAY REMINDER FOR SHORN SHEEP CONVEYANCES
Vendors are reminded that permits are necessary for sheep moved by road. The notice references shipments by both far and local stores and urges compliance with road conveyance rules.
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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 19, 1950
Page
2
Vendors are reminded that permits are necessary for sheep moved by road. The notice references shipments by both far and local stores and urges compliance with road conveyance rules.
Sale offers 289 acres including 180 acres pasture with dwelling milking shed and plant. Also 34 cows two bulls pigs and a comprehensive working plant. Walk in sale with £2400 deposit and balance over five years.
Report describes a flock of geese in a swamp area, with observers noting ferocious behavior and large size. Witnesses report counting 832 birds in a single squad, with many thousands seen across the region. Observers describe wind, water, and shifting ground as birds feed and react to potential disturbances.
In Horsham a Rent Board hearing on June 4 1950 faced tough talk over rent increases for premises at 95 Wilton Street. Tenant Mrs B McGhice argued lack of repairs while landlord Mrs McGuire defended improvements and set the weekly fair rent at 18 shillings.
Real estate listing for Geelong area homes describes holiday style residences with multiple bedrooms and kitchens. Marketed as complete with amenities, it notes vacant possession and after hours contact details for viewings and inquiries.
A historical note describes branding fluid used on sheep to mark year, detailing the costly and laborious sorting of branded wool and special processing. It discusses preparation steps, equipment, and chemical components, noting consumer and processing challenges within the industry.
The President of the Wimmera Base Hospital Management Committee states the appeal for £10,000 will succeed in the coming months to finish the second wing and nurses home. Donations listed total many sums from numerous supporters including Young's Motors and local firms, with outstanding gifts acknowledged.
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