A View of India and Reading Reflections
The passage portrays India as a vast land of romance wealth poverty and diverse languages. It notes imperial significance to Britain vast population a caste system and historical figures like Clive while contrasting daily life travel and literacy with admiration for exploration and learning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ganges
British Empire
India
Great Britain
Clive
England
Taralga
Sir John Enklin
Arctic
Australia
Record Year For Farmers and Graisers Co op
The tenth annual meeting of the Farmers and Grasiers Cooperative Co. reported solid profits with wool and stock sales rising. Yearly profit stood at £59,102 with 8 percent dividend totalling £21,316 and a £95,500 income tax provision. Shareholders note cumulative profits of £322,456 and £76,021 in reserves. Warned against government and individual extravagance amid imports exceeding exports. Emphasized pooled wheat marketing and overseas federation benefits. W W Killen reelected to the board. Megars Bogan and Collard reappointed auditors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. K. Trethowan
M.L.C
Farmers and Grasiers’ Co-operative Coy
Railway Institute
Milster of
England
Bald
of Grains Association
Lincolnshire
New South Wales
Australia
South Africa
New Zealand
Overseas Farmers' Federations
London
W. W. Killen
Megars
Bogan and
Collard
Herbal Specialist George Lau visits Crookwell in 1927
George Lau On Lea, herbal specialist at 234 Bourke Street Sydney, announces he will visit Crookwell on Thursday August 18 1927 at the Commercial Hotel. He will also be in Bigga on August 19 and 20 offering treatment for male external or internal complaints and fe vale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Lau OW Lee Hinebe
Bourke-street
Sydney
George Lau On Lea
Crookwell
St Commercial Hotel
Bigga
Crookwell A R C Race Club Holds Annual Meeting
The Crookwell A R C Race Club met Tuesday at the Literary Institute with J Radwall as president and A Glanville as secretary. The balance sheet showed receipts of 833 18 and a 16 credit balance, noting large course improvements and a start barrier cost of over £30. A bumper year was forecast with reduced expenses and new officers elected for the coming year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crookwell A.R.C. Race Club
The
Literary Institute
Messrs. J. Radwall
Chas. O'Brien
D. Jordan
F. Murphy
Warn
J. Munro
J. Perry
P. BR. Marks
G. Webster
A. Glanville
J. Stephenson
Mesara
Crookwell
A., FP
H. Society
Kadwell
O’brien
Jack Munro
Offdala
J. Radwell
Messrs
Chas
O'Brien
Alan Webster
C. Thornton
J. Munrot
C. Warn
Albert Glanville
Crokwell Press
Abattoirs Debate At Farmers and Settlers Conference
A Galong delegate Mr Grogan urged country slaughtering of stock at country abattoirs. Proponents cite reduced in-transit losses and humane treatment, while critics warn of summer economics and vested city interests. An Independent Board of Commission would compile regional data to support decentralised abattoirs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers and Settlers
Grogan
Galong
Sydney
Board of Commission
Motoring Notes on Car Mechanics and Steering Care
The advised buyer should study the car’s mechanical details especially the wheels brakes and steering gear to ensure no adjustments are needed that could cause breakdowns. For novices these basics are more critical than optimizing speed or performance.
Starting Engines By Hand In Cold Weather
The article advises that hand starting in cold weather is sometimes necessary for morning starts but warns against forcing the handle. It recommends first learning engine peculiarities, giving a series of sharp upward pulls, and always retarding the spark lever before starting by hand or with a starting motor.
Remarkable Test Rugby Tows 252000
An extraordinary test of the Rugby Four’s strength occurred in America when a stock model hauled a goods train two miles. Five freight cars carrying 150 workers were attached to the Rugby and pulled a mile. The Rugby then towed the rear of the train back to the start at 12 mph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Southern Pacific Railway
Simple Lubrication Trick For Ford Truck Back Axle
A simple scheme to reduce wear on the rear gear thrust bearing. Remove the rear grease filler plug, cut off the squared end, drill and tap for a grease cup, and reinsert to allow frequent lubrication injections.
Donts For Drivers Admonish Safe Road Habits
Practical driving tips warn against neglecting signals keeping in control of the car and avoiding high speeds on bad roads The guidance urges not to attract police attention and to avoid wrecking records or the vehicle through reckless maneuvers.
A Motorist's Nightmare on Auburn Street
A report notes Auburn Street's low accident rate while cyclists weave freely. On Saturday afternoon a cycle race nearly blocked the street for half an hour, prompting calls for stricter police supervision to aid motorists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auburn Street
Godsburn
Soap for Gar Washings
Selecting a car washing soap requires avoiding strong alkali to protect paint and finish. Neutral soaps remove grease without damaging panels, yet must be mild enough to spare skin and delicate fabrics. A balanced soap that is low in alkali is recommended for safe, sparing use.
Taralga Echo appoints district representative Me Harry Bensley
Me Harry Bensley of Taralga is named District Representative of the Taralga Echo. All notices for publication must reach the Office, Federal Hall, Taralga by Wednesday each week. Late ads may be sent by phone to Crookwell by Friday noon. Beasley may receive accounts on their behalf with full discharge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Bensley
Taralga
Federal Hall
Crookwell
Beasley
Rough on the Council
A man summoned at Middlesex Police Court for an indistinguishable number plate argued it was fine when leaving but blamed rough roads for enamel wear, implying a defensive claim amid the traffic court action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middlesex Police Court
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Farmers & Graziers’ Co-Operative Co
the Devil’s Circus
Featuring
Norma Shearer
Mack
Sally O'Niell
J. M. Pedley & Son
Practical Tailors
Mudie
Han
M.S. Viles
Rf. J. Winning & Gon
Summer Hill
Infracombe, Qld
W. W. Sale
Priners Bros
Gydney
Frank
Vita-Lick Ltd
Kent Street
Foley Bros. Ltd
She Victor
Piano
Catslegus
Mat
George
Sydneyry
Wenden
Doccine
Messrs. Holloway
Kelly
Crookwill
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