A return prepared by the Queensland Land (Department shows a great increase in selection for the fire months ended on May 31. In all 2,117,388 acres were taken up, os compared with 1,301,210 acres for the corresponding period of last year. The greatest increase was in grazing farm selection, which represented 1,144,269 acres, or nearly 50 per cent, more than in the previous year. The return does not cover leases or occupation licenses, for which there has also been a very brisk demand, consequent on good; seasons. In order that .intending'.applicants may get on the land as soon as possible the department has decided to open, a number of areas in the central district to selection before survey. All of this indicates a very healthy tone in the pastoral industry. FOOTBALLERS. After the match is won or lost, try Dr. Sheldon’s Magnetic Liniment for all bruises and strains. It will make you fit for your next struggle. Obtainable at A. W.J. Mann’s, chemist, agent.
READY FOR USE. PENNY BAGS.—As a guarantee of quality see the name “ REC&STTS” is on each bag.
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Gisborne Times, Volume XXVI, Issue 2254, 28 July 1908, Page 1
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181Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 Gisborne Times, Volume XXVI, Issue 2254, 28 July 1908, Page 1
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