Inside information and wool controls spark Australian debate
A Sydney Brisbane conference discussion reveals claims of inside information steering support for wool market control. Critics warn that reliance on unofficial reports could harm Australia’s wool sales, urging careful, economically sound reforms without government overreach.
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Schuve
Bell End Co, Ltd
Ree Na Hinery
Brisbane
He Necting
Fale Lucy
Sydney
Sir John
Mesopotamia
Falkiner
Bruce
Ausralias
Canute
London
Theor Veta
Meg Ste Cutcheon
Australia
Australi
Australis
Wool Outlook Reflects Shifts in Global Demand
The Wool Outlook notes cautious optimism after five months of flat markets as US demand and Australian wool prices show tentative recovery. It discusses supply and demand dynamics, mentions a proposed price stabilization by Sir John Higgins, and cites mixed signals from markets in Bradford, London, and Melbourne. Also highlights open season dates for various Australian regions and a firmer demand for fox and animal skins amidst overall volatility.
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London
United States
John Miggins
Melebourne
Sir John Higgins
Japan
Belgium
Bradford
America
France
Germany
Woods Great Peppermint Cure for Coughs and Colds
A historical ad touts Woods Great Peppermint Cure as a remedy for coughs colds and influenza with an emphasis on its peppermint cure claims and period advertising style. It highlights symptomatic relief and consumer reassurance typical of early 20th century medical patent medicine.
FURRED SKIN REPORT BY GOLDSBROUGH CO LTD
Goldsbrough Mort and Co Ltd reports 137 tons of rabbit skins sold at the test sale. The catalogue attracted a large attendance of buyers and strong competition. The company quotes its main lines as follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goldsbrough, Mort and Co., Ltd
BEST SHEEPSKINS FIRM REPORTS WEAK PRICES AT SYDNEY SALES
Winchcombe Carson Ltd reports competition in the last Sydney wool and sheepskin sale with widespread price declines. Prices ranged from 14 per lb for rough skins to 238 10 per ton for exceptional lines. lambs, pelts, and crossbreds showed mixed movements. Tallow inquiries fell, calfskins firm on some, and country hides and rabbitskin supplies noted varying rates amid overall softer values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchcombe, Carson Ltd
Sydney
Lambe Ghd
Wool Auctions and Market Stabilisation Hints
Wool auctions loom as Sir John Higgins prepares to publish a proposed stabilization scheme from Woolgrowers groups. B.A.W.R.A. support, brokers’ tactics to restrain supply, and a cautious market tone spark hope of a steadier outlook. mid July likely for resuming sales. A separate case records court penalties over a marauding horse trampling a lawn, with £6 verdict and expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir John Higgins
London
Goulburn
Transport costs and legal action across domains in 19th century news
Summary notes multiple figures on coal and gravel freight to Bourke, piping on track to Lithgow, and a railway rate discussion. It covers a legal move over a $35 million Dodge Motor Works deal, a minor case over opossum skins, a push for drastic government reforms at a Young branch meeting, and Premier Lang announcing a 44 hour week. Includes references to Anna Margaret Dodge, John Duval Dodge, and the NSW Parliament.
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Ange
Maitland
Bourke
Coolabah
Lithgow
Williams
Dodge Motor Works
New York
John Duval Dodge
Reuter
Gircuit
Lda Dodge
Anna Margaret Dodge
J. D. Dodge
F.5.a
Partners and Settlers’ Association
London
Lang
Memorial Tablet Erected For Explorer Richard Cunningham
Fragmentary inscription on a tablet marks the spot where Richard Cunningham of the Government Botanic service perished during an expedition under Major Mitchell near the Booran River. The tablet, now broken, bears a memorial endorsed by the New South Wales Parliament through the Wellington district authorities.
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Maier Mehl
Ieee
Richard Cunningham
Mitchell
R. Daniel
Wellington District
Local Seller Moves Premises Amid Street Dispute
The vendor informs many customers that he is removing from his current site at the corner of Percie and Meagie Streets to a shop next to Adlington's Bi shop on Lee Street. Old and new customers will be welcomed at the new location, with a guarantee of continued workmanship.
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J. T. Pender
Maxwell and
Thornton Streets
Percy
Meagie
Lee
Adlington
Rich's Woodyard Ad Promotes Low Prices and Quality
An advertisement from Rich's Woodyard claims a modernized plant in tull amg and fast service for old and new customers. It promises the cheapest rates and best quality with a single standard of quality and an address for contact.
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Tull Amg
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Wilkins
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Swift Street
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Punerel
Lee Street
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Adam
Garden of Eden
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Ryde
Ington
Congo
Aia
Syeargram
Erin
Mt Dan
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Borne Road
Manly
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