Western Australia Rabbits Versus Wheat Growers In Perilous Standoff
Four years into a rabbit control campaign in Western Australia the wheat belt faces growing pest pressure as producers sow again amid heavy losses. The article criticizes the National and State governments for inaction, noting failed vermin legislation and deferred support, while farmers note rising rabbit damage to crops and livestock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Australian
Belgium
France
Western Australia
Country Party
Wilson
C.P
Wyalcatchem
Frst
National
Denmark
New South Wales
Holman
Commonwealth
Legislative Council
Woollen Mills Scheme Ties State and Commonwealth
On Wednesday the Minister for Industries Mr Robinson met with Minister for Defence Senator Pearce to discuss establishing woollen mills in the State. Mr Robinson said Senator Pearce promised Commonwealth aid including access to expert officers and government mill resources at Geelong when needed. The move aims to assist the State's woollen industry.
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Me Robinson
Defence
Senator Fearee
Robinson
Pearce
Commonwealth
Geelong
Anglican News and Farmers Association Report
St James West Northam notes a vestry meeting at 8 p m in the Parish Hall on Monday, church service by the GES on Tuesday, Mothers Union service Thursday with tea at the Rectory, and Rector’s services planned for Wongamire Mumberkine and Goomalling. Hines Hill Farmers and Settlers’ Association reports growth and mixed farmer participation. G W Guthrie elected president, J H Hardie secretary treasurer and conference delegate.
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GES
Mothers’ Union
Wongamire
Mumberkine
Goomalling
Hines Hill
Chronic Chest Complaints Cure Prices Listed
An old catalog lists Woods Great Peppermint Cure with price 1s 6d and 38 94. The entry highlights relief claims for chest complaints and includes the product name and cost.
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Woods
Tax authority mentions no tax deduction on debenture interest
The General Commissioner of Taxation says no deductions for tax on interest to debenture holders will be required this financial year because the Income Tax Act amendment is pending. The Federal Taxation Department will not demand tax on interest paid this year and extends deadline for annual returns to August 31, with possible extensions on reasonable requests.
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Feneral Commissioner of Taxation
Federal Taxation Department
Federal Commissioner of Taxation
Royal Agricultural Society Bans Alcohol at Shows
At a Wednesday meeting the Royal Agricultural Society voted to keep next Royal Show alcohol free this year. War Time Prohibition Committee had urged a ban and Mr W Watson spoke for the move. The decision aligns with Melbourne Royal Agricultural Society rules banning liquor on stands rooms and public areas.
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Royal Agricultural Society
Royal Stow Hall
W. Watson
Parade
Royal Show
Melbourne
Peppermint Cure for Bronchial Coughs Priced 1s 6d
An advertised remedy offers a peppermint cure for bronchial coughs priced at 1s 6d with 28 Md noted in the listing. The item appears in a historic medical or patent medicine catalog. No further details on efficacy or source provided.
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Walker’s Book Store
Dortham
Anglican News
ST. James West Nortstam
National Murrat Life, Association of Australasia Ltd
Australia
Sir John Forrest
P.C
G.C.M.G
M.ulr
William Macmurtrie
Alexander J. Monger
Henry Wright
Western
E. H. White
A. D Mitchell
Northar
G. Allanson
Dowerin
W W. Bain
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