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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 17, 1912
Page
1
First acceptances for the Melbourne Cup are announced with horses and connections set for the big race run on November 5. The list showcases early contenders and the weight range expected as trainers prepare for the famous event.
A South Australian Agricultural Bureau discussion led by Mr Hunt from the Yarcowie branch explains fallowing aims to conserve moisture and promote early rubbish germination for a clean crop. The talk covers best plough depth, timing after seeding, adaptation to soil type, Harvey-like Campbell dry farming adaptation, and harrowing as key to moisture conservation and weed destruction.
Affiliated with the Hoye Agricultural Society of WA, shows are planned across numerous towns on varied dates from September 24 and 25 to November 21. Participating locales include Gresnough, York, Geraldton, Mocra, Beverley, Swan, Royal, Pinselly, Toodyay, Williams, Kelmscott, Wayn, Wandering, Taxobellup, Narrogin, Katanning, Manning, Goowangerup, Murray, Bunbury and others.
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