Western wheatgrowers face slow gains amid harsh farming reality
The Western wheatbelt region including Wellington, Dubbo, Saramine, Gilgandra, Peak Hill, Forbes and Parkes drives a quarter of state wheat output. The piece argues limited gains come from outdated methods, terrain, and weather, urging modernization and education to lift returns for farmers stuck in a long struggle without adequate revenue or prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Dubbo
Saramine
Gilgandra
Peak Hill
Forbes
Parkes
Fearne
Jean
Day
Becaure
Parken
Nevdlow
Xay Tian
Hornen
Atripper
Egrnor
Fairn
Anxior
Jeu
Glascen
Referenda on Legislative Power and Monopolies Proposed
The piece discusses referenda on constitutional changes altering the Commonwealth Parliament’s powers over trade, corporations, labor, monopolies, and related governance. It outlines the two proposed referenda: one on Legislative Power and the other on Monopolies, including key provisions about control of foreign and domestic corporations, labor conditions, and the creation of new powers to regulate industries designated as monopolies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Governmra
Hong
Commonwealth
Enerpi
OToole’s Conviction Mirror in School Tale
A garbled schoolyard scene centers on Mr. OToole and a boy named Mick. The narrator recalls a visit from Bhawiuw 1F Tools and describes drawing all day, mischief, and the tension between students and the teacher as the tale unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Experiensy
Imal
Bhawiuw
Orouee
Mick
Not a Baptist or Methodist Debate Over Baptism
A reader letter argues over baptism as essential to salvation, contrasting views of Not a Baptist and the Methodist as printed correspondence. The writer defends infant baptism and critiques sprinkling, citing Bible passages and church practice while noting divisions among Baptists and Methodists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin
Morrison
Unrrinon
Haerleon
Erwin
Wishin
Christ Baptist
John
Sun Ieee
John Assant
Christ
Arte Pondenth
Matenentay
Relic of Bushranging and the Vow of a Ranger
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls Bathurst district bushrangers and police confrontations. The tale centers on a jailed hunter of the plains, his links to Ben Hall and others, and a fateful pursuit that ends with an outlaw's long years in custody and shifting loyalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gavl
Rome
Bathurst
Te Law
Ui Bus Rangers
Ben Hall
Jutuay Vane
Dow
Ant Vitor
Quillen
Bat
Tiny Himy
Harhes
Gullen
Aguuelug
Lin Burar
Amy Amas
Pearce
Fragmented OCR story hints at mystery figure in white coat
A distorted narrative fragment describes a sturdy figure in a ceremonial white bear and ivory and asks if a Promiva could alter a judge or character. The speaker claims to be a man and questions whether facing hardship could turn events to a better outcome.
Alleged Breach of Promise in Rural Household Suit
Bertha Hildk Treas Beunier sues Jul William Ende for £1000 alleging breach of promise. Trial reveals defendant claims infancy and denies relationship. plaintiff testifies she believed they would marry after he promised. Witnesses describe Court actions and potential marriage plans, with letters and a ring discussed, while families navigate social proprieties and parental consent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha Hildk
Enckarvina
Sony
Witnews
Lise
Wwe
Witens
Yue
Tr Tawe
Maia
Hannyit
Sid
Chile
Willian Wentworth Richavitaci
Bueharoune
Willian Eady
Sbiaso
Julien
Lamutholiler
Witney
Hathurat
Bydney
Ayong
Witneas
Abe
Gunn
Lou
Meyer
Windeyer
Richardeon
Windeyers
Richardacu
Mertha
Konp
Atlas
Mr. Wiedeyers
Iuwing
Mr Windeyers
Miovieioon
Mr. Windey
Richardson
Juterwiy
Fragmentary Trial Testimony on Windeyer Case
The text records trial testimony from 1908 related to Windeyer and a disputed engagement. It includes questions about perceived engagement, accusations of seduction, and witness statements from Mrs Windeyer and others. The fragment shows conflicting accounts, with emphasis on marital intentions and alleged pressures surrounding a marriage.
Wheat buyers in Wellington offer prompt cash for grain
A local ad from Wellington proclaims a large firm will purchase wheat at market price with no carriage costs. It promises fast payment and optional loans if growers need cash to continue farming, stressing fair weights and prompt settlement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ponumonirenki
Meiers
Darling
Bawu
Butler
Ant UK
Wellington
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Wheat
MR. O'Toole
Royens
Miley
O'Toole
Patrick
Barwick
Anger
Ainger
Wellinggton
Phowo 14
Mro
Abel Wilkins
AKOM
Jamin Bill & CO
Rain
Mour
Morchanta
Methionroe
Sydney
Agetin
Tor Pitt
Hon and Badgery
Morenntile
Tonurance Co
Yorkshiev Poraounl
Agcidont
Unl
Tasmanta
Conking Bluven
All Saints’ College
Wisitom
Bathural
F. Teatey
M.A
Christman
Raimaaler
Theodore Bros
Wanima
Orrscent
Fong Les and Coy
Tatoon ‘1 Trust
Tha Toma
Rydney Oyetee Baloon, Wamima Obescent
Coleus
Wea
Asthes
Aloo Avery
Hildamere Nursery Company
Wardell Road
Petersham
Wrating Bink
West's Pictures, Ltd
Por West
Monarch Pictures
Hydney
Mubic
Briowh
S Toobe
Urbell
Xmas
Honda
Savear
Dolam
Jeweller
Nylman
Wellinglah
Lest Materiale
Enor Aang Pier
Panamas
Uni
E. A. Fulton
Tooheys
Standard Brewery
King’s Liqueur
Guinness's
Bass's
A. J. Nolet
A.J. Nolet
Tooheys Ltd
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