Western District Sees Light Rain After Dry Spell
After weeks of drought the Waxen district received a welcome rainfall on Thursday. The downpour varied across areas with up to three-quarters of an inch in some centres and lighter amounts elsewhere. Farmers reported ground moisture improving wheat germination and preparations for warmer weather. The May rainfall totals are officially low, with no rain recorded on May or earlier in May, continuing a dry spell for the month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thuyeday
Tvering
Wagga
Nmre
Wesen
Heath
Albury
Adelone
Luckbart
Balip
Cyclone Beats West Australia in Fiery West Day
A mangled report describes a cyclone in West Australia causing damage to a garage and transport disruptions. Fires and structural damage spread as winds lash ships and vehicles. Rescuers evacuate area as the system moves inland toward towns and valleys, with uncertain exact dates and impacts.
Correspondence on Riverina land deals and Daniel's holdings
H P Wellings of Waringa writes from Riden May 1 1934 seeking help to reach a descent authority regarding Benjamin Boyds land holdings in Riverina. He claims Daniels may have left documents on stalled sales and references past articles in the Historical Society Journal and Deser ive of Boyd s fund holdings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maler
Benjamin Boys
B. Taniels
Gulgo
Boyd
Boyt
Panilela
Daniels
Historical Society
Riverina
H. P
Wellings
Waringa
Old Australian code argues rugby league not brutal
Letter from 1934 defends Australian rules football against claims of brutality by rugby league. The writer, an experienced supporter, urges fair comparison and notes that Australian code rules prohibit rough play. He argues thousands of spectators enjoy matches without violent conduct and contrasts with rugby league references in the cited column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ulm
Stock Clearout Sale Prices Read Low Throughout Store
Store promotes a wholesale style sale with loud phrases urging customers to buy now. Several fabric types and prices are listed, including flannelette and windeyette. Mentions heavy quality materials and yard sale pricing, inviting customers to come see them today.
DRESS GOODS SALE DETAILS AND PRICES
A garbled 2010 sale listing outlines assorted fabrics including ALL Wool Coloured Dress Flannel and Heavy Wool Flannel with varied yardage such as 1/11 yard 36m and 3/8 yard minimum. It mentions VELLVETEEN in greens and browns, Floral Orentonne, Cotton Tweed, bordered Wisnaw Net, Coloured Damask, and Towelings with sale notes and prices.
All Wool Ladies Clothes on Sale in 1900s Patterned Text
Historic sale list notes large selection of ladies wear including silk singlets woolen skirts coats and bloomers with various prices and sale dates. Items include heavy all wool skirts velvet tops coats and bloomers with ranges from 1/3 to 30/11 per item. Also advertised are girls and children garments and stockings with multiple styles and finishes.
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Maida
Doren
Horticultural Society Sets October Spring Flower Show Details
Wagen and District Horticultural Society approves a comprehensive Spring Flower Show for October 10. New secretary E. B. Cooper replaces Mrs. Sherwood who resigns. President A. H. Smith expresses regret and confidence in Cooper. Mayor’s Gardens curator T. Wood answers cultivation questions on carpaena and sweet peas. Monthly competition winner exhibited by Mrs. Sherwood and others. New programme to be printed and distributed soon.
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Wagen and District Horticultural Society
Jorlud
E. 13
Cooper
Mra. Sherwood
A. H. Smith
Me. T. Wood
Wood
Mian P. Blinson
Royal Duke of Gloucester Australia itinerary detailed
The Duke of Gloucester's official Australian visit plan lists arrivals and stops from Bremantle on October 4 through December 10 in Hobart, Melbourne, Canberra, Albury, and other locations. It includes port calls, rail and road travel, and ceremonial opens as he travels to Port Augusta, Adelaide, Canberra, Sydney and beyond before sailing to New Zealand.
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Duke of Gloucester
Australia
Fils Mighneas
Bremantle
HMS
Buatex
Perth
Kalgoorlie
South Australia
Ariving
Port Augusta
Adelaide
Sussex
Melbourne
Albury
Waxga
Canberra
Tasmania
Sydney
Queensland
Hm.a.b
New Zealand
Job Printing Contract Attracts Offbeat Bid
A local contract for job printing drew attention as bidders submitted unusual proposals. The leading firm, Whegtxpress, appeared among the contenders, with speculation about pricing and delivery terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atte Dig
Whegtxpress
Ee Ro Shemiary
Clearance sale listing women and men knitwear and fabrics
A noisy shop window style notice lists No. 1 to No. 5 tables clearing pullover shirts singlets pyjamas undergarments and woollen garments with large discounts. It promotes half price deals on wool, blankets, quilts, and textiles from Laconia and other makers with prices shown in shilling figures.
Low Grade Fruit Probe Moves To Enforce Grading Rules
At Leeton the annual Fruit Growers Federation conference urged the Department of Agriculture to enforce grading and packing rules to remove very low quality fruit from markets. A NSW push seeks stronger measures to restrict marketing of poor fruit and greater state representation on national councils.
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Fruit Growers Federation
Leeton
Wag
Dept. of Agriculture
Spester
Sydney
Nsw
Victoria
Tebabenter Destroyed At Coonambie Race Course
A race event at Coonambie race course on Thursday saw the main grandstand and attendant structure destroyed. The prize reportedly stood at £3000 with tote wagers of £100 recorded.
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Coonambie
Thurwday
Lomurea
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Tyclone
West Australia
Australi
Ogee
John Najor & Co’s
Cas
Horticultural Society
Nadia
Baldwins
Wats Uni
Laconia
Tebabenter
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