Tom Mix recalls pioneer Texas youth and Wild West heroics
In an extended reminiscence, Tom Mix recounts a rough Texas upbringing in a log cabin, riding before age five, learning rope skills, and admiring Buffalo Bill. He describes family heritage, frontier dangers, a boyhood fascination with knife throwing, and the pull of the rodeo life, with childhood anecdotes and shifts in vocation.
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Ture
Texas
Tth
U. S. Cavalry
Buffalo Bill
Cody
Mix
Country
Coyote
el Paso
Babe Ruth
Walter Johnson
The Reason Why Business Grows in Bom and Pryke Trade
The article notes a rise in Bom and Pryke's business over nineteen months due to high prices and honest dealing. It mentions their pricing on sheep skins rabbit bait tallow and related goods and advises customers to inspect lines and stock, with a district-wide reach and potential for further growth.
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Bomand Pryke
Nis
Presen
Tlington
Gouda
Molong P P Board Reports Stock and Pest Notes
At the Molong P P Board meeting the Stock Inspector reported healthy stock across the district with lice and ticks on one small mob to be prosecuted. Rabbits were decreasing but several holdings failed to suppress pests. fines were imposed on H G Veech of Stuart Town and G W Wright of Eugowra. Rabbit Inspector Hut ton logged 280 miles and 47 inspections, noting wet weather and generally good control though three holdings were unsatisfactory and prosecutions planned.
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Molong P.P. Board
J. Owens
H. G. Veech
Stuart Town
George W. Wright
Eugowra
G. Hutton
Avondale
Local Juvenile Dance Draws Big Crowds at Empire Hall
Local Jottings report a Thursday juvenile dance at Empire Hall packed with youths and many adults. The Bintang orchestra provided splendid music, supper was enjoyed, and the event is expected to raise a substantial sum. organizers are praised for their success.
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Empire Hall
Bintang
Suntop Public School Fates Under Education Review
The Hon. W. F. Dunn M.LA. reports to the Minister for Education on reopening Suntop Public School. The ministerial reply says the matter is being reviewed and a decision will be advised to Mr Dunn when reached. Afternoon tea hot pies and coffee at Kimbell's.
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W. F. Dunn
M.la
Suntop
Dunn
A. E. Rotton Auction At Mrs Garvan’s Sale
A. E. Rotton advertises a furniture sale at Mrs. Garvan’s on Wednesday with items including a No 2 Victor piano, 15 White Leghorn fowls, a town cow, and a range of good furniture. Sale starts at 2 30 p.m. cash terms.
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A. E. Rotton
Wellington Trotting Club General Meeting Set for August
The Wellington District Trotting Club will hold its annual general meeting at the Royal Hotel on Saturday night the 6th of August. The report and treasurer's statement for the year will be read, officials elected, and any general business transacted. Members and enthusiasts are urged to attend.
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Wellington
Royal Hotel
MPs Seek Higher Salaries in Private Member Bill
A private member proposes a bill in the State Parliament to raise MPs pay. The measure, backed by most members across parties, follows a petition at Parliament House urging the government to act. Joseph Thompson and Son, Undertakers, Maughan Street.
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Parliament House
Joseph Thompson
Maughan Street
Muswellbrook urged to back Maryvale Sandy Hollow railway
The Muswellbrook Chronicle calls for local and district bodies to push for the Maryvale Sandy Hollow rail line, urging government action and noting potential benefits. It argues cooperation is essential to connect Muswellbrook with the north, boost coal stock and dairy trade, and establish a large depot to create employment and growth.
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Muswellbrook Chronicle
Gulgong
Wellington
Maryvale
Sandy Hollow
Muswellbrook
Lucerne
Muswellbrook urged to back Maryvale S Hollow railway line
The Muswellbrook Progress Association denounces apathy and calls for rapid action to build the Maryvale-Sandy Hollow line. It would route mineral from leases near Mudgee to Newcastle via Muswellbrook, centralizing west north railway traffic and boosting trade with Mudgee and distant centres. Denman also shows early support as local associations join the push.
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Mudgee
Lithgow
Newcastle
Sydney
Maryvale
Sandy Hollow
Musselbrook
Muswellbrook
Gulgong
Wellington
Chamber of Commerce, Progress Association
Denman
Progress Association
Japanese Iris Varieties for Lake Macquarie Gardens
Plant enthusiasts on Lake Macquarie are advised to try ten standout Japanese Iris varieties. Tok io, Crane's Feathers, Lake Fairy, Oyodo, Moonlight Waves, Jewelled Beauty, Purple Rose, Yokohama, Eastern Gem, and Starry Heavens showcase diverse colors, sizes, and hardiness. Include seeds of hardy annuals and perennials for best season results.
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Lake Macquarie
Yokohama
Early Tomatoes and Recommended Seed Varieties
Tomato growers are urged to sow early varieties and buy true strains from reliable firms. The journal recommends Atlantic Prize Sunnybrook Barliana Pink Queen Early Jewel Livingston's Globe and John Baer as tested, reliable seeds. Also noted are Low now Peas Asparagus Beet Swiss Chard Cabbage as part of market guidance.
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America
Sunnybrook
Livingston
Globe
John Baer
Seasonal Garden List Notes Varied Produce in Localities
A compilation of vegetables and herbs appears in favored localities. Items include carrot leek lettuce onion and parsley with Mun tard and Cress, Paranip radish and tomato. Also listed are Artichoke globe French beans butter beans capsicum chili corn salad Cape gooseberry celery endive garlic rhubarb salsify spinach and swede.
Celluloid Peril Warned By London Official
Daily Mail warns of the dangers of celluloid in many products including combs hair slides and buttons endorsed by Lt Col C J Fox head of the London Salvage Corps He cites fatal incidents from heated combs and flame catching celluloid shoe heel coverings and toy dolls urging branding and tighter controls on manufacture and sale of celluloid articles
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London “Daily Mail
C. J. Fox
London Salvage Corps
F Murphy and Co Ladieswear In Latest Colours Prices
F Murphy and Co advertise a range of ladies robes in woollens and furs, top coats in velours and kasha, velour tweed coats, ready to wear items, hats, school hats for children, chokers, evening frocks and hose with prices from 5d to £3 3s and up to 21s for ready to wear.
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Chicago
Marshall
White Eagle Reserve
Osage
Adven
Areer
Jimal
Selig Company
Lions and Tigers
EL Puso
Tabin
Tom Mix
Golden Key
Church OF England
Suntop School
Wellington Trotting Club
Wellingepee En Tease” By
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F. Murphy & Co
Henderson
N.B
F. Murphy & & CO
Peter Yee Lee
George Street
Melbourne
Australia
Club House Hotel
Fultons
Farmers Co-Operative Implement Co., Ltd
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Dodge
Homebush
H. Bestwick
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