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AUCTIONS. H. MATSON AND CO. JJ MATSON AND 00. Extract from "Stock and Land," dated 19th October, 1927. MARKET LEVELS MAINTAINED. RUSSIAN COMPETITION A FACTOR. The close of the October series of wool sales in Melbourne this week found the market in a very satisfactory position. Generally speaking no material alteration was shown as compared with last week's levelß other than the usual slight variations, which are, in many ease*, due more to the character of the offerings than to any change in values. Undoubtedly the chief feature was the competition afforded by a buyer operating directly on behalf of Russian textile interests, and mainly owing to this any paroels which came within this purview were sold distinctly in sellers' favour. The wools in demand in this quarter were mostly the better lines when of good length, showing quality and free from burr. Dußt, except in pronounced instances, did not seem to be regarded as a detriment. Russian competition seemed to stimulate the Japanese domand. Representatives of that country also bought largely, covering a wider range of wools than at any other time. In Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane during the month the activities of Japan have been, if not the strongest, among the most potent factors. ' Apart from Japan and Russia the Continental section were again very keen, particularly France, while Qerman buying, though smallor numerically, also exerted an important influence upon rates for skirtings of all descriptions. America also operated within limits, but Bradford was still quiet. Figures issued by the Chairman of the National Council of Wool Selling Brokers with regard to receipts into store of wool throughout Australian centres for the season 1927-28.are to the effect that the estimate made in the middle of June of 2} million bales is likely to be realised. In most well-Informed quarters this is regarded as an optimistic anticipation and not likely to be borne out. It should be remembered that these figures deal only with the arrivals into store and do not cover the total clip. FOR BEST PRICES SEND YOUR SHEEP, CATTLE, AND PIGS TO MATSON'S, ADDINGTON.

An indication of the wool grown this season in the New South Walog districts o£ New England, Yass, and other Northern and Southern tablelands, was afforded at the Sydney auctions last week, by the Tuwinga clip. It was grown on the top of the range between the Liverpool Plains and the Coolah Valley. Though the top fleece carried a slight amount of burr it was of fine quality, bright colour, and in light, soft-handling condition—altogether very attractive. A pretty general feeling exists that in Yorkshire there is a tendency among textile men to say a good many things they do not mean. "With an apparent earnest ingenuousness that is ■ apt to .be misleading, they make protestations that may be described as for the most part "bluff." As an instance of this the Bradford "Textile Argus" records solemnly that the news of prices realised at the opening saleß of the new season in Australia caused something approaching consternation among the trade in that contre. They did not expect the advance I Inconsistence is another charge that may, in all friendliness, be laid at tho door of Bradford. Men there who are prominent in the trado clamour for tho growing of more fine wool in Australia. The accusation against our growers that they are not producing the proportion of tho finest wools that they should has been made with somo insistence. The latest occasions, have been the conferences in Africa and at Reichenberg. In each instance it emanated' from Bradford. It should be made clear to these Yorkshiremen that they get what thoy are prepared to pay for. Tho she'epman of Australia, as elsewhere, grows just- the class of wool the trade will buy at prices that show the best margin of profit. If Bradford, or America, or any other of the manufacturing countries, will give practical evidenco that they want fine wools by paying the extra money it costs to produce these in comparison with other descriptions, there will be no need to complain of failure on the part of growers to meet their requirements. An advance of a few ponce a pound on the limits for tho best grades would prove more effective than ail the lamentation and exhortation.

FOB BEST PRICES SEND YOUR SHEEPSKINS, TALLOW, HIDES, OB OKUTOHINGS TO "MATSON'S." Extract from Stock Breeder, dated September 19th, 1927. This gives the prices in England on hoof:— RISE IN VALUES AT WILTON. LAMBS 10a TO Be ABOVE LAST YEAR'S FIGURES—EWES SELL BETTER THAN WAS EXPECTED. Buyers for the Loudon markets, and from Cambridgeshire, Herefordshire, Surrev, and Sussex were among those attending Wilton September sheep fair on Monday, When about 18,000 ewes and lambs were peftfted, as well as consignments of ram. lambs from several well-known flocks. For lambs a brisk demand was experienced, and prices were from Es to 10s above those of last year, 7s above the Blandford fair average last week, and 5s above the recent Britford fair level. TllS ewe trade was above expectations, and indicated a better market for mutton. The range of prices was: Regular draft ewes, 678 6d to 68s; four and six.teeth eWed, 668 to 575; two-teeth eweSj 48b to 55a j grazing ewes, 45a to 28s; best wether lambs, 76s 8d to 60s; others 68s to 48s; best ewe lambs, 68s to 555; smaller, 64s to 445; mixed lambs, 46b 6d; best croesbred lambs, 55s to 40s; smaller, 38s to 325; Cheviot ewes, 455. Average prices in England:— COWS. STORE CATTLE. In Milk Calvers Year- . 2-yr- 3-yr- Calves. Each. Each, lings. olds olds. £ ■£ £ £ • £ g. 2i>4 2Si llg 168 20J 6SJ 261 231 12£ . 17| 19| 58J STORE SHEEP. PIGS. Hoggs, Hog- 8-10 10-16 Ewea. Lambs, gets Suckers, weeks, weeks. T^s. 8 s Sb e a 58 39i 45 231 S8&" H2 461 39 4*l 28 33J 50J PAT STOCK. Cattle Bacon- - ers. Porkers (Live- Sheep. Lambs. Veal, stone, stone, weight), lb. lb. lb. (141b) (141b) 6 <J d d sb 44 10J 18 11J 10 12 432 ioi i3i i2i n 111

. MANURES, BONEDUST, AND LIME, ALL BRANDS PROCURABLE FROM H. MATSON and CO. GOOD FARMING WILL WIN. Farmers are alive to the fact that wore skill than ever is now required in their occupation. Farming is the most important industry in this country. The aUccesß of all other businesses depends finally upon its prosperity. Temporarily the farmer is suffering from the drastio drop in prices of all farm pro- ■ ducts. This drop has curtailed business all round, and inflicted ruin upon some. To thMo Sufferers the fullest sympathy must bo accorded. But the work of the world must go on. Fortunately, light con be seen ahead—markets are improving, prospects brightening. By energy and application we know farmers will, in the main, survive and emerge from this ordeal more securely established than ever. , Fertiliser merchants and seedsmen are most closely associated with the farming community. They prosper as their olients prosper, and suffer as they suffer. We have all suffered, and are still suffering, but we are not going to keep on suffering. Prosperity is ahead. We are optimistic as to, the future. We thoroughly believe in the capacity of good farming to restore prosperity to New Zealand. The speed which ■prosperity. can be regained and restored depends upon the 'ability brought to bear upon the problems connected with farming: We have seen advice given that farmers should work harder and produce more. Our experience is that there is nothing wrong with the capacity of our farmers to work. But. we do think they should consistently "think" harderkeep abreast of all latest improvements in methods, experiments, suggestions. No man by taking- thought can add & oubit to his stature, but it is only by taking "thought" as to the problems of breeding and • feeding that the farmer will add to his butter-fat, beef, or wool output.

ORDERS FOR WOOLPAOKS, CORNSACKS, AND STATION REQUISITES PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. H. JIATSON and CO. The basis of thought is news. In the hope of spreading sound and reliable information upon various points connected with farming we have initiated this monthly newspaper to circulate gratuitously amongst our clients.- Wo will devote particular attention to the problems of pastures, fertilisers, and feeds. These items represent the farmers' biggest working expense. To survive the era of lower prices now upon us the cost of production must be reduced. In tho desire to cut down costs, some fanners may "economise" on wrong items—forego a purchase representing profit, may reduoe top-dressing, or use an. unprofitable manure, purohase poor - seed, because of cheapness, or inefficiently feed their chief money-maVer, the cow. - H. MATSON and CO., MWM