Health of Live Stock Wollowing at Warracknabeal Conven
A report from the Farmers' Convention at Warracknabeal discusses sheep health, nutrition, and pasture management. Trials compare merino and crossbred flocks, showing weight gains and wool outcomes, with emphasis on protein, minerals, and seasonal grazing. Breach strike prevention via plain breeches and Mules operation are examined, alongside fly control methods and the copper poisoning risk linked to yellows disease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coors
Blowfly Strike in Sheep and Entomological Efforts
Officers of the Department of Agriculture in New South Wales study blowfly strikes in sheep. Early efforts focused on the entomological aspects as researchers estimate that at least a portion of all strikes are caused by green flies. Secondary species also attack carrion, with competition reducing primary fly populations and influencing the outbreak dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N.S.W
NO S.W
Iis
New South
Lucilia
Water is Wealth Amazing Possibilities of Irrigation
David Park surveys irrigation expansion in Kyabram Free Press, noting dry seasons spark interest in land and water rights, pasture-raising experiments, and the shift from lucerne to diverse pastures. He cites Riverina offers, Rodney and Murray schemes, local growers like Bray and McColl, and the need for manure, fertilizers, and science to boost yields while warning against overextension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverina
Rodney
Deniliquin
Messrs Bray, Duck
Bullingham
Tatura
Archie McColl
Neileon
Murray
Shepparton
Echuca
Bray
Goulburn
Rodney and
Deakin
Water Commission
Free social reports invited by Numuerkah Leader
The Numuerkah Leader invites organisers and secretaries of all social gatherings to send concise function reports for free publication. Dances, parties, wedding receptions, at homes or any social entertainment qualify. Reports should cover main features and lists of guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Numuerkah
Numurkah RSL Congress to Take Over Mechanics Institute Billiard Room
RS and S.L.A. plan a Numurkah branch billiard room at the Mechanics Institute. First class tables to be installed and the room taken over after work. A town club for members and businessmen will host tournaments including a trophy donated by Mrs M A Eddy. Bio graph cabinet to be converted to a board room. KS A to keep its Quinn Street room for meetings. applications invited for a steward with duties and salary details from hon secretary Mr W Little.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Numurkah
League
Mechanics Institute
R.S.L
M. A. Eddy
K.S.A
Quinn Street
W. Little
Church Notices for Numurkah and Nearby Parishes
Local church notices list service times across Anglican, Presbyterian, Methodist denominations in Numarkah, Katamatite, Numurkah, and surrounding towns. Includes multiple morning and evening services, united services, and references to ministers Smith Hull Haynes and Delarue among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of England
Numarkah
H.C
P.m. Cobram
Katamatite
H. C
Tallygarooona West
Australian Mutual Provident Society reports record new business
The annual report shows higher sums assured and record new business across ordinary and industrial departments. Ordinary department policies rose to 62 652 with £24 176 655 assured and total revenue to £11 197 066, while industrial premium income reached £2 213 413 with total funds now £108 411 880. Surpluses in both departments lead to participating policy holder bonuses of about £5 511 000 and £435 000 in the ordinary and industrial portions respectively. Tax paid totals £306 217.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australian Mutual Provident Society
Sella
Actuary
Longevity of Weeden Structures Demonstrated Abroad
European nations preserve wooden builds from the 14th to 16th centuries. Two notable bridges near Land Wake show arched timber framing. one spans about 227 feet, another near 300 feet, evidencing durability of historic wood construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Land
Patna
North-Eastern and Goulburn Valley Districts Convention Highlights
The North-Eastern and Goulburn Valley Methodist Districts held their annual convention at Katamatite church on Tuesday and Wednesday with Rev E E Shackell presiding. Speakers urged Wesleyan heritage, spiritual revival, and world peace while urging reform and ethical standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North-Eastern
Goulburn Valley Districts
Goulburn Valley
E. E. Shackell
Wangaratta
H. G. Secomb
Wesley
John Wesley
England
P. B. Barber
Mooroopna
L. E. Wilkinson
Benalla
Christian pacifism debated at conference session
The final session discussed the Christian stance on war with Rev E Lecte urging the true pacifist to remain active in national life and challenge worldly conditions. He questioned if gas and bombs can be Christian while Rev O Harris also spoke as Kyabram figures linked the war fear to unjust peace treaties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Lecte
Shepparton
L. E. Wilkinson
Benalla
O. Harris
Kyabram
Numurkah Club Batting and Bowling Averages Report
The Numurkah club’s past season batting and bowling averages are listed with catches. N Findlay led in runs and average, J Brooks bowled 93 overs for 36 wickets at 7 runs, and W Knox took 19 wickets at an average of 5.7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Numurkah Club
N. Findlay
J. Brooks
W. Knox
Bowling Catches and Scores from Findlay Meet
Bowling catches feature J Brooks A KH Staggard and W Knox with four pins each. Paterson Simpson Martin Newman Morris tally eleven Thomas and Stringer three, Brooks two. Staggard, Brooks, and Morris lead with consistent contributions across events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. Findlay J. Martin
A. B. Simpson
A. G,. Morris W. Knox
Lhe D
L. Thomas
Li H. Paterson
E. Newman
N. Brooks
F. Brabner - I Stringer
I B. Staggart
Findlay
J. Brooks
KH. Staggard
W. Knox
HH. Paterson
B. Simpson
J. Martin
C. EB. Newman
A. G. Morris
Thomas
Lo Stringer
Y. Knox
Luis Ry
He Brooks
Tay Ben Kh
Stageard
Bailey
T. Martin Anil
Brooks
H. Patersi
Hy Newman
Dr. Thawnas
Jack Bourke Stars for Yarra Worga Weir Club in Numurkah
Jack Bourke, a former Wangh ire cricketer, has thrilled the Yarra Worga Weir team since the new year, piling scores of 117, 62, 84, and 146 in key matches including a final victory over Burramine. In the Numurkah obram Association opener, he tallied 244 runs for Wanghnu.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Bourke
Wanghire
Yarraworga Weir
Euth
Tor
Sere
Burramine
Numurkah Obram Association
Wanghnu
Jack
Advertisements Invite Local Shoppers to Shop Local
The column notes that the ads printed in the paper invite residents to visit neighboring businesses. It emphasizes responsible, progressive commerce and encourages readers to shop where they are invited. The brief underscores the value of supporting local merchants through the paper’s ad pages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Businessen
Average rainfall in district wheat period May to October
The table shows the district averaged 18.31 inches for 1883-1937 and 10.29 inches for the wheat growing period May to October in the same years. Yearly monthly values from 1888 to 1932 and later entries list monthly rainfall in inches, highlighting droughts and heavy months across multiple decades.
Donation list from Mooroopna Hospital relief drive
A document lists numerous donors including McNamara & Co Kilpatrick McLellan and Co and others such as Mrs Bourke and Miss Treacy who contributed sums like 22 and 1 l. Donation may be paid to treasurer Mr L. Hamen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McNamara
A. Stringer
W. Shaw
G. Macvriesen
Dibbe
Sutton
J. Hall L. Belt
Mortimer
Snr
F. T. Clarke
Hamon
Cox and Dunne
P. Heard
G. Girdler
Wilson
L. Cussen
A. Baker
N. Cowan
H. W. Morns
Charlesworth
H. Lee
T. McMahon
Mires Bo Lease
Sykes
Charter
J. Tyres
L. Hamen
Lamb Market Prospects in U S for Australian Lamb
The piece discusses potential U S demand for Australian lamb amid high import duties and a strong domestic market for local producers. It cites a National Food Chain report showing per capita lamb consumption varies by region, with potential for overseas lamb if domestic supply fails to meet rising demand. It notes policy talks with Roosevelt's government and possible modification of port duties to boost imports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
Roosevelt
Australas
Mergatine
Land and Finanes
New York
Phikedelphiia
Chet
Janih
National Association of Food Chain
Mid-Atlantic
Is.albs
New England
Pacific
East North Central
South Atlantic
Mountain States
East
West Central
West North Central
Mountain
Oversea
Special Notice on Old Stock Collection in Nu murkah
Nu murkah and nearby districts are informed that the proprietor has opened and is ready to collect old stock. He regrets delayed operations due to insufficient water, hindering earlier activity.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jy Bull
Warracknabeal
Maine
Peaceteil
Waite Institute
Pasoeleon Vlvarly
Victoria
Mb.w
Vetinary Reseach Institute
University of Melbourne
Texas
U.S.A
Department of Agriculture
Wool Board
David Park
Kyabram Free Press
Numurkeh
Club
A.mp
E. Kh. Shackell
A. Crookes Hall
E. C. Leete
F. Hartley
Yarrawonga
Messrs
E. A. Patrick
W. M. White
Christ
Britain
International Court of Justice
Mooroopna Hospital
United States of America
New Zealand
Warnes
Leeds
Jestora Daft
Natien
Campeaien
Ramkay
Leib
Rammaien
R. E. Sulman
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