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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1944
Page
7
Poultry expert E Hadlington of the Department of Agriculture urges adopting the colony system for rearing chickens after three months. He warns against transferring to adult pens on contaminated ground and crowding, which fosters disease and weak birds. The colony method, with grass range, yields healthier, more robust flocks and reduces late summer moults.
The article explains that horses require five to fifteen gallons of water daily depending on temperature and work. Water should be pure, tasted, and smelled to judge cleanliness. Contaminated or sediment-filled water can cause diarrhoea or colic, so provide clean water in small amounts after feeding and avoid giving cold water after exertion.
A fragment notes an obtainable pamphlet titled Jousi Poultry. The item is available via the Division of Information and Extension Services, Department of Agriculture, Box 864, O.P.O., Sydney. The scarce text indicates a postal or distribution method for agricultural guidance.
Wool trends show many clips from western districts with short staple length and burr, while scoured-wool lots appear attractive. Buyers report good store arrivals but expect a near-term drop due to coal shortages and traffic restrictions. Argentina Uruguay exports surge to U.S.A. while Australian data remains unpublished.
The report from the Earl y Shearing districts notes another adverse season with outcomes reflecting tough conditions. Key figures and specific local impacts are not detailed in the fragment.
Caution note warns that trespassing reports involve the estate of RC. Barton and will face prosecution without regard to persons. The statement underscores firm enforcement action against intrusion on property.
Thornton Street Welling agent for Western Assurance Co and Goldsborough Mort Co. Farm and station books kept. Income tax returns compiled. I classes of insurance effected.
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