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  2. THE FLAX INDUSTRY IN GIPPSLAND.

    In the Yarram district of South Gippsland flax-growing has become an established industry. Farmers in other parts of the colony who are are inquiring into the possibilities of ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 2,661 words
  3. A CHICKEN COOP.

    The illustration shows a chicken coop much used by poultry-breeders in France, The height is usually about 40in, and diameter about 10ft. It is three times as ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 172 words
  4. A COMPOUND OR DOUBLE HORSESHOE.

    The illustration represents a shoe of which one section forms a light racing shoe, to be permanently nailed on, while the other, much heavier, section is recessed to fit over ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 150 words
  5. A GOOD COW TIE.

    The tie shown herewith is made of three-eighths inch rope, which is braided into an iron ring, sliding freely up and down a post set close to the manger or feed-box. There ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 76 words
  6. SPRING CATCH FOR GATE.

    A good catch for a gate may be made by the use of a wire spring, as shown in the accompanying ficure. The spiral wire is fastened to the catch and post so as to allow ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 99 words
  7. A SAFE AND HANDY KNOT.

    It frequently happens that a rope, strap, or even string, breaks, and it is necessary that the parts separated should be securely fastened together. One of the best methods ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 160 words
  8. A SHELTERED DUST BATH FOR FOWLS.

    All chickens enjoy a dust bath, and it is undoubtedly a benefit to their plumage, besides ridding them of lice; but if the plumage is to be kept clean and bright ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 175 words
  9. HOW TO GROW LIMA BEANS.

    This fine vegetable will grow well in most parts of Victoria, and particularly in the warmer districts. It should be planted in rows 3ft apart; the beans are planted ... [ILLUSTRATED]

    Article : 180 words
  10. FLAX CULTURE.

    The movement having for its object the development of the flax industry throughout the district is making very satisfactory progress, aud it is now evident that an extensive ...

    Article : 178 words
  11. SHEARING RATES.

    The local branch of the Pastoralists' Union has fixed the following shearing rates for the forthcoming season:—Hand-shearing, 18s. 6d. per 100 sheep; machine-sharing, 17s. ...

    Article : 46 words
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