This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1925
Page
3
Growers fear uncertain returns as wool sample bales return to show floors. Critics argue the scheme sacrifices growers’ independence and offers limited compensation while the National Wool Council to resume auctions from July with catalogues totaling 120000 bales in July and August.
The Wool report notes a proposed scheme to override wool market axioms has failed due to complexity and opacity. Authorities plan resumed auction sales in July with details to be set by selling countries, likely in Britain and Sydney. Buyers hope August activity stabilizes, and large recent rainfall supports strong growth for the new clip.
Examination of the wool stabilization scheme proposed by Sir John Higgins in Winchcombe Carson Ltd faces criticism as impractical. The plan acknowledges it cannot override supply and demand and seeks to minimize price fluctuations rather than fix prices. Funding hinges on initial government support and later deductions from growers’ returns, with staged payments tied to wool clip sales over years.
Adamson’s Nursery in Ermington near Sydney presents a catalogue on fruit trees and roses. Learn how to plan and plant trees, with guidance described in the post free offer. Contact Ryde 70 for the nearest office and catalogue details.
Pitt, Son and Bad Gery Ltd promises to stabilise values by placing stuck wool and produce before buyers, offering dependable effort to support the GEST market. The firm pledges reliable service to ensure advantageous positioning for sellers in tense trading conditions.
The Commonwealth government’s potential role as guarantor for a state wheat pool is under renewed discussion. Banks and farmers in Victoria and other states urge Commonwealth support while fearing price control by Labor governments. Debate centers on whether a federal guarantee would remove the need for state legislation and how weather risks would be shared.
Goldsbrough Mort and Co Ltd reports on rabbit skins showing about 138 tons forward with demand matching supply though prior week values unavailable. Prices declined for 2nd winters, hare skins weak, fox skins advanced with keen competition and 6 to 10 shillings per dozen gains. Marsupials strong demand and kangaroo sales similar to late rates. open season delayed for kangaroos. forthcoming sales list dates across towns.
Report from Sydney states that after Sir John Higgins addressed graziers and brokers a plan to restart wool auctions was agreed. The June telegrams indicate July sales totaling 120 000 bales across centres, with August similar totals. Melbourne will begin July 18 with 40 000 bales, Brisbane July 4 with 22 000, Sydney July 20 with 43 000 bales.
Goldsbrough Mort and Company reports that Wool Growers representatives and the National Council of Wool Selling Brokers met in Melbourne last week and decided to resume sales on July 13. During that month and the following month, 240000 bales will be offered in the Commonwealth.
Since the doldrums hit the wool trade in April, market value and value bases have vanished. Resuming selling operations will help determine consumer pay and clear stock. John Higgins proposes market stabilization ideas under review, with July sale rosters to be released next week and sale dates to be fixed thereafter.
A medical correspondent urges preserving natural teeth if possible, warns against full dental removal, and promotes conservative dental surgery. It explains how septic mouths affect overall health, advocates stopping decay early, and advises gradual diet and hygiene steps including brushing, chewing firm foods, and avoiding snacks between meals.
Brief notes list events for several clubs with dates in July and clashes across Cowra Canowindra Nyngan and Warren. It records Tugaday and show dates and a Poak Hill show entry.
Government official Mr Fleming states private agents did not represent the department and is inviting hopeful applicants to seek Crown Lands aid at town offices or Sydney Lands Department. Drought news from Narrabri region covers stock fodder distribution, wheat germination issues, and pasture protection lifts. A trial at Cudal resulted in a death verdict for William Rothery, while a Glen Innes cart accident left Edward Ashburne severely injured. A Bourke to Darwin car tour was seen as muddy but eventful with a £1980 vehicle and 40 gallons of petrol noted.
Rain delayed the Dubbo hard court championship yet local players excelled. Clemenger defeated Ford in the men’s singles as Miss Watson won the women’s title while doubles and handicap events produced close finishes among Wade Yeo Howe Edwards Dr. Drake Dent Ford Wall and Williams with notable Wimbledon results for La Coste Lycett Anderson and Borotra.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.