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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1928
Page
3
A print discusses simple interior decorating using smooth plastered walls and wallpaper impressions. It describes crumpled newspaper and rubber sponge techniques to create textured panel effects, with tips on color contrasts and variations for durable, salon ready finishes.
The article notes that wet conditions and poor farming practices boost take-all and related wheat diseases such as whiteheads. It cites a Bellin district case where oats preceding wheat reduced disease, while continuous wheat with similar treatment increased patches. Control relies on starvation of fungi via vegetation-free ground and careful crop sequencing and timing.
Market notes show steady demand for vegetables and naval produce amid strong buyer interest. Improved and steady items bolster the session as prices range from 13 to 18 shillings for prime goods and related staples maintain firm levels.
An article describes a method to color and texture wall plaster using wool fiber dyes mixed into the plaster. Mr. Charles F. L. Butcher explains dyeing plasters to create varied surfaces with heat altered tones and textured effects, including brushing and stippling for tapestry-like appearances.
Reading discusses decorative painting methods using sponge technique and color mixing for rooms. It then shifts to agronomy, detailing wheat diseases such as Root-rat and Take-all, fallow practices, and farm demonstration results at Merredin Experiment Farm with timing of fallow and crop rotation.
A study by Professor A H Barker explores dangers in poorly ventilated small rooms. Experiments in a working class bedroom show high carbon dioxide levels and strong odors when the flue is blocked and windows closed, improving only as air flow increases.
A partial report notes a fall in a residence and describes the room air as likely worst in an experiment. The text suggests the space lacked a chimney and implies poor air conditions.
The article argues Western Australia should grow its manufacturing sector to rival its agricultural output. It cites 16 million pounds in annual imports and 75,000 related jobs, urging local production of textiles, furniture, and other goods. It notes potential gains in wealth and employment if manufacturing expands and export dependence decreases.
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