Hay and oats market ends in lowest bids for farmers
Local buyers set low bids for hay oats and twine with barn goods on sale as farmers seek value. market highlights include noted low prices and limited demand amid uncertain harvest conditions.
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Newspaper
Shepparton News
Location
Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1916
Page
4
Local buyers set low bids for hay oats and twine with barn goods on sale as farmers seek value. market highlights include noted low prices and limited demand amid uncertain harvest conditions.
In the weather update the article notes that animals and homes require warmth this season. It advises repairing old rugs if new ones cannot be bought. The dealer WT Smith, Manufacturer in Toronia Yarpaulins, Horse and Car Rugs, Bla High Street Surferton is mentioned as a local contact.
Economy best effected by purchasing second hand wheels and goods. Pinner, a general dealer and bottle merchant, reports deep savings and ample stock, inviting a visit to his shop at the corner of Gorio and Tatward-alregis for furnishings.
A garbled notice offers funds labeled Jus Rue and Opera Money available in lures and small suns. It mentions interest and forms up to unspecified limits, with unclear percentages and terms. The readable entities include McDonnell, Collins Street, and Medroning. This reads as an old financial or collection missive with missing critical details.
Partial OCR reads KITTLE and references funeral requisites and a street address in Maudd Street, Shepparton. The text mentions economic principles and a district park context but is fragmented and unclear about event or action.
An old advertisement lists various motor parts and tools including wheel goods, shafts, and lathes. It mentions prices from $42 upwards and references suppliers like Blue Bell Motor and Gyose Works. Contact at a local exchange near A. Malpine's Store.
Balants of GMURRINGILE Estate covering 11 2000 acres owned by AN EVIR AND BROWNE. Terms: 10 percent and 40 per vuil annually for 20 years. In 10 years, land is in the Modney Division District under government channels, allowing easy transfer. Describes high quality land, offers 40- I OWNEH particulars, and stock and land agent services. VRUST AND OTHER MONsys available for large investments. Offered by MIEVOY CO Malbourne at 55 Market Street.
The Shepparton area council discusses street and drainage improvements across Mooroopna and surrounding parishes. Plans include culvert lining near a church, irrigation pump issues, road repairs, and new tramway deliveries. Public works details cover tenders, budgets, and staffing for upcoming projects.
The annual report shows a drought and flood of price pressures devastate dairy, forcing farmers to leave dairying. Output barely reached four tons. losses widen to £836 after dividends and asset writedowns. Directors regret a difficult year withadverse market conditions and reduced demand, though some progress was made in butter quality and future prospects.
The report notes a dull market with declines of 3/ to 8/ per head on most stock and brisk prices only for select store goods. It lists cattle, hogs, sheep, and pigs with varied quotations, noting a generally weak demand and cautious buyers. The period covers Monday through Tuesday with quoted figures for crossbreds, merinos, ewes, and weaners.
An advertisement asserts Vatuini smooths away wrinkles and lightens skin, claiming rapid effect as skin is massaged. It promises a dry lush texture, soothing comfort, and toned appearance, offered at 2 shillings 9 pence with sales through Shopson and Thi vouport, Collie Street, Mulbourno.
A chaotic OCR of a local school event describes a bi convention at Numutkaly school. Mentions Miss Quinn Miss Brunton and Mr Edwards among staff, lists foods destined for a stall and a postponed event date. The note notes a pupil journey toward head teacher election and a planned speech program with public speakers.
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