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Riverina · Farming & the land

Farming & the land, 1929

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Albury Road Mishap Indian Farmer's Injuries Fatal Verdict of Accidental Death

Daily Advertiser · Tuesday 19 February 1929 · page 6

An inquest into the death of Esser Singh, farmer, of Pullitop, who died as a result of injuries received in a motor accident on Saturday, was held…

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Junior Farmers Strong Club in Wagga Visit of Mr. Breakwell

Daily Advertiser · Tuesday 19 February 1929 · page 2

A public meeting is announced for tonight in the offices of the Murrumbidgee Pastoral and Agricultural Association. Its purpose is to further the…

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The Rice Crop Method of Disposal Varied Opinions Afternoon Meeting Large Attendance of Growers

The Murrumbidgee Irrigator · Tuesday 19 February 1929 · page 2

There were 101 rice growers present at the mooting called by Messrs Adams, Doyle and Davies for Saturday afternoon, this meeting…

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"Wattle Farm" At the Globe Theatre

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Tuesday 19 February 1929 · page 2

Stewart Mack's well known musical and dramatic players are presenting at the Globe Theatre to-night (Tuesday) the great three-act…

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Homestead Farm Area No. 1,810. Available 11th March

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Tuesday 19 February 1929 · page 4

It is notified that the area described hereunder has been set apart for an original homestead farm, and will be available on and after 11th March…

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REAPPRAISEMENT Homestead Farms Act to be Amended

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Tuesday 19 February 1929 · page 4

Criticism of the administration of the Lands Department in regard to reappraisement was expressed on Wednesday by a deputation from the…

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Wheat Overseas Sydney

Cootamundra Herald · Wednesday 20 February 1929 · page 2

A private wheat agent in Sydney received the following cable from Liverpool: "February unchanged. Sold Victoria, Bombay, 15th March, 45/3…

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The Wheat Market Sydney

Cootamundra Herald · Wednesday 20 February 1929 · page 2

The local wheat market is steady, with prices unchanged at 4/1½ per bushel country stations, [?]/8½ truckside, Sydney…

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Melbourne Wool Sales Melbourne

Daily Advertiser · Wednesday 20 February 1929 · page 3

At to-day's wool sales prices were somewhat firmer as competition was keener. The best prices ranged from 22½d to 24½d per lb. Some super…

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Sydney Wool Sales Sydney

Cootamundra Herald · Wednesday 20 February 1929 · page 1

A good selection, totalling 11,517 bales, was offered at the wool sales yesterday, Of this number 10,677 were sold at auction, and an additional 937…

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Commercial Sydney Wool Sales Sydney

Daily Advertiser · Wednesday 20 February 1929 · page 3

A good selection, totalling 11,517 bales, was offered at the Sydney wool sales to-day, of which 16,677 bales were sold at auction and 937 bales…

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Progress in Rural Education Junior Farmers' Club Formed Prominent Citizens Support Movement Wagga Children Show Interest

Daily Advertiser · Wednesday 20 February 1929 · page 3

A decisive step in the advancement of rural education in the district was taken last night when it was decided unanimously by a large meeting in the M.P. and A.A. Rooms to form a Junior Farmers' Club in Wagga…

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Wool Values Stationery

Cootamundra Herald · Thursday 21 February 1929 · page 2

On the 19th February we offered 7110 bales, including many attractive wools of good quality from the New England and southern tablelands and…

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Wool Auctions Values Uncertain'

The Hillston Spectator and Lachlan River Advertiser · Thursday 21 February 1929 · page 9

The Secretary, Formers and Graziers Co-op. Co writes :— On the 12th February we offered a catalog us of 7,795 bales, included…

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The Wheat Market Sydney

Cootamundra Herald · Thursday 21 February 1929 · page 3

Local wheat prices are unchanged at 4/1½ per bushel at country stations, and 4/8½ truckside, Sydney. WHEAT OVERSEAS…

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Sydney Wool Sales Prices Maintained Sydney

Daily Advertiser · Thursday 21 February 1929 · page 6

A good selection, totalling 12,424 bales, was offered at the Sydney wool sales to-day, of which 11,332 bales were at auction, and 1042 bales…

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On the Land Hand-Feeding of Sheep. Points It Is Important to Remember

The Gundagai Independent · Thursday 21 February 1929 · page 4

It is important when a dry spell occurs not to wait until the sheep have lost condition and strength before starting to hand-feed. The…

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Junior Farmers' Club

Daily Advertiser · Thursday 21 February 1929 · page 2

Several members of the committee of the newly formed Wagga Junior Farmers' Club visited Copland's estate yesterday. The party comprised…

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What Are We Coming To! Humorous Hints to Farmers

The Gundagai Independent · Thursday 21 February 1929 · page 5

A reader in a distant part of this State—one who has had a considerable experience of government by rules and regulations on a dairy farm…

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Increased Butter Production

Cootamundra Herald · Friday 22 February 1929 · page 5

The following summary of butter graded in Sydney [?]fo rsix weeks ended 9th instant, illustratos how rapid has been the increase of production:—…

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