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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1929
Page
3
The article advises growing cool climate subjects in sheltered sunny spots and using existing shrub foliage for frost protection. It highlights bulbs like daffodils and hyacinths, care to prevent weeds, and notes canna varieties for bold foliage and large beds. It praises modern scabious hybrids for larger flowers and long stems, suggesting sowing seeds now for a striking display.
Kenneth Griffiths of Melbourne undertakes a 10 000 mile Pontiac journey from Melbourne to Darwin and back across Northern Australia. He traverses the King’s Highway and rough tracks from Mataranka to the Roper River, noting extreme heat and boggy sections. The voyage, despite hardships, shows strong vehicle performance and economy with an average 20 miles per gallon under harsh conditions.
Messrs D C Wakefield and Co Ltd report from London that Wakefield Castrol Motor Oil lubricated the Folker Monoplane with Bristol Jupiter engine flown by Captain Barnard to the Duchess of Bedford achieving a record return journey to Karachi in seven days.
Shepherd and Son Ltd promotes farm and garden seeds with mixed tomato varieties, gladioli, pumpkins, watermelons, and flowers in packets with post free options. The note lists prices in old currency, encourages small or large orders, and asks to mention the paper when ordering from the Sydney head office at Parker Street.
Whippet line by Willys-Overland features the Finger tip control steering with engine start lights and horn, center wheel button operation for safety and ease. Easier handling, quicker pickup, larger interiors, and accessible wheel brakes mark the new Whippet as appealing to women and all drivers amid rising female car ownership.
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