Weighing Motor Lorries and Bridge Accuracy Issues
The article discusses weighing motor lorries with weighbridges in New South Wales. It notes that many old bridges are too small for heavy vehicles and that double weighing proves unreliable due to axle load distribution and ground level differences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Vierion Vale
Terry Wate
England
the Monthly Review
Jess Vian
Anadis
Rious
Ari
Jon Eheineers
Julie
Weldon’s Ladies Journal Promising Paris Patterns
A fragmented advert notes Welton’s Ladies Journal issue featuring Paris fashion styles. It highlights new frocks, smart evening wear, embroidery transfers, and exclusive patterns for sewing enthusiasts, with mentions of spousal features and chic Paris influences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Scott Stitioner
Manila
Welton
Paris
Ariss
Massacre of Pigeons and Nutmeg Seeds Crisis
A student recounts a historic pest and trade tale where wild pigeons feasted on nutmeg seeds in a treetop ecosystem. European monopolies, Portuguese expulsions, and ecological collapse linked to birds devoured the fruits, risking near extinction of native pigeon populations on distant islands.
Paris Shop Promises Fashion Notes From A Famous Actress
A fragmentary notice describes a Paris shop selling fashion and home goods linked to a well known actress. It touts dainty frocks lingerie blouses shirts and evening styles plus home decor and cookery items. The piece mentions textiles and design ideas for outfits and accessories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Cat
Fos Dune
Umitars
Wile Lineny
Hye Fats
Hireepiece
Gall
Cours
Giant "King of the Forest" trees found in southwest Australia
In southwest Australia near Lake Alexandrina, Chief Surveyor F. Brockman reported discovery of immense trees with scarlet flowers. One specimen reached 147 feet to the tip and 537 feet to the top branches, with diameters near eight feet and an age estimate around 8000 years. The report notes possible elder trees but cautions on accuracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Victorias
Gippsland
John Forrest
Western Australia
Jon Brockman
Amazon
Roosvelt
California
CH. FP. Johnstone
Brookman
Saya
Australian Forest Journal
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Ast
Graham Brothers
Stanparpisen Motors Limited
Castlereagh Street
Sydney
Maunder
George St
Willys-Knight
Nepay
RSE
Cue Overland
C.A.V
Bosch
Overland
Willysight
Weldon
Finghi
Banda Oy
Hh Toeiugese
Spice Islands
Sey
Toe
Clifton’s Ltd
Barraba
Dingara
Manilla & Tamworth
DODGE
Graham
Jack Smiles
District
Dodge Bros
Famon
Boston
Jack
Manilla
Belgium-Congo
Benton’s
Jane Road
OSB
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