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Newspaper
Taralga Echo
Location
Taralga, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 28, 1925
Page
2
A local gathering at Federal Hall on a Wednesday afternoon drew town ladies and leaders from the Taralga branch of the Returned Soldiers association. Mes JV MUKwazie was named corollary and was to chair a committee shaping supper arrangements while Major Tay's plan for a national event remains undecided.
Taralga town property at Territory corner of Cita play and Danpaly Streets will be offered at auction under sub irations from the Executory of the Fate of the Jaye Pd Mabe. A valuable title deed is involved with the sale.
Crookwell community readies for the annual event with the secretary and staff coordinating schedules. Officials including Sr Potey Wire from Cragiewalt oversee preparations ahead of the event on Friday March 1st, with meetings and tasks outlined for the week.
Taralga to host a special stock sale conducted by Mr GS Moadhuey featuring porlak cattle at the wilards sale ground. Sale listed for Mor as eA Ind Mare with a price guide around 120 pa. Attendance and garden offerings noted for prospective buyers.
The ram sale at the Gelli Silo described with details of bidders and animals. The event showcased rams from local flocks and drew a crowd of breeders and observers, highlighting quality and prices.
Reports indicate Heathcote residents and metropolitan committees are organizing Good Friday events in Heathcote Victoria. The program runs from April 10 to April 17 featuring racing horticultural displays a school reunion and related entertainments. Details and invitations are to be sent to the local secretary at Ste. J W Molle.
The Commonwealth Government decided to provide a conditional loan of about £84,000 to help hop growers meet principal liabilities and to provide for hot fueling of the season's crop. Funds are stated as needed to support these aims.
The Taralga annual show will be held on Thursday and Friday March 130 and agin. General entries close Saturday March 7 at 9 pm. Late entries accepted until Tuesday March 20 at 6 pm with fees 24 per cent for non members and 10 per cent for members. Applications to Mr Jeffery, Secretary Taralga.
A Monilay knockout chess event at Comino Bros. drew limited crowds as players from Taralga competed keenly. The final saw Mesure and Tooleami Marmont facing off against Sulliven and Keoughant in a tense series. Taralga emerged champion, earning the Champion badges.
The article explains a Senate vacancy caused by a death and the pending appointment process. It notes the president will nominate a candidate and seek ratification by both Houses, with the temporary appointment awaiting parliamentary approval if the session is adjourned briefly.
The Taralga Show runs Friday and Saturday March 12 and 13 with prizes, displays and entertainments. Exhibitors urged to register by March 1 with details on entries, fees, and judging. a wide range of farm products, crafts, and demonstrations expected from district and Newfoundland districts and Richlands.
A humorous exchange unfolds as a doctor and judge quiz a prisoner while a crowded Crookwell train, packed with anxious passengers, hurries toward a halt. The dialogue blends comic misreadings with the relief of reaching a destination as guards prepare to intervene.
The article recalls George Maynard, a longtime pioneer resident, who witnessed the Redfern station era and later assisted at the clock tower of Central station. It notes his stay with his nephew Mr de A Marmont and highlights memories of early farming and transport life in the region.
The article traces the origin of the Black Orpington from William Cook of Orpington Kent and its development through crosses with Langshane and Plymouth Rock stock. It explains early trials, feathering traits, and attempts to improve the breed for color, temperament, and egg laying, noting its popularity and use in shows and poultry farming.
A local gathering approved measures to carry out work for the Taralga district exhibit. Committee members including J. A. Marmont and G. Cameron prepared writings and worked on farm products and prize submissions. Major Twyman offered transport and Mr Marmont lent a truck. Five hundred holders defeated rivals and will present badges at the event this week. Weather noted as variable with heat winds and a light frost on Sunday.
The Herald Tribune reports Washington's bootleggers number over five thousand claiming illicit liquor supply. Assistant U.S. Attorney David A. Hart notes testimony from the last three years in the police court Prohibition unit. The People of London adds warnings of drunkenness and danger to young women amid Prohibition concerns.
Representatives of the fellmonger Jiunduatry Dave asked the Tarltt Board to impose an embargo on sheep skins exports or levy an export duty. The request followed a shortage of skins for Nether trade Nae.
Antique notice lists a spring cart in excellent order with saddle and bridle at 13 pounds 10 shillings. Also advertised are a beautifully worn yet nearly new mower, a Bengal at 21, Mitten drill, and other farming gear with a value up to 270, all for quick sale.
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