02 Apr 1936
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 02, 1936
Page
1
A March or April gathering notes a dance hosted by the Agricultural Society in Charlton’s Wool Shed. The event is linked to Barooga Banter and mentions the S-Fice Brigade Ball as part of the festivities.
Partial readable text notes an event or notice dated Thursday April 3 involving names or entities repeated with unclear terms. The fragmentary lines suggest a local notice or brief item, with no clear outcome or location available.
Cobram Fire Brigade trophies on display at Brown Corke and Co window. Electric transmission poles rising Cobram to Tocumwal expected finished by end of last week. Tangemah Shire Council to meet April and tenders for road works to be discussed. A Saturday collision on Berrigan road damaged transport and Ford water car. occupants uninjured. Community gathering March 28 celebrated newlyweds Mr and Mrs Nunan with gifts and entertainment. Harooga Easter Monday sports officials named and events listed. Transit fare reductions announced under the Any where to Anywhere scheme to April 30 with half and two thirds return fares for first and second class plus other conditions.
A load of chaff on a truck owned by an Italian named Satori caught fire on Tuesday near Strathmerton. The driver drove to the Strathmerton railway station to escape the flames. Miss Cummins alerted Strathmerton, volunteers arrived, and the fire was put out after a large grass area was burned, spreading to nearby properties.
Mr and Mrs A. J. Sloane of Mulwala Station sailed for England on extended holiday. Mrs Pullar Sr and Miss P. Pullar returned Friday by the Monterey after a year abroad. Mr J Kennedy had an appendicitis operation last week and shows favorable progress toward recovery. At Home Shire Council meetings, Dr J Jelbart has attended every council session for 22 years, covering about 11 000 miles. Paddy Bourke, a noted bookmaker, was missing from the Numurkah trotting meeting and later admitted to Mooroopna Hospital. he died on Sunday.
Mrs E Jenkins sought 500 pounds from Mr R Barratt for injuries from a motor accident near Jugiong last October. The dispute has been amicably settled by mutual agreement.
Miss Doreen Adams wed Alfred A H King on 26 March at East Malvern's EW Memorial Church. The bridal gown featured a princess line silhouette, long fitted sleeves, orange blossom halo, and a lace train. Bridesmaids wore delphinium blue oatmeal crepe gowns with short trains and floral wreaths. A reception followed at a Hastings venue as guests wore formal gowns suitable to the era.
Cobrram Frat and Vegetable Supply markets a deal on apples and reduced cooking ingredients for twelve cases. F McAldie is noted in connection with the trek and vegetable tares, though details are limited in the fragment.
The Yarroweyah North association held its monthly meeting at Barns Bros residence with President J. D. Davies presiding. Members discussed road works from Seymour to Tocumwal and Koonoomoo to Cobram, with funding and graveling concerns and plans to recruit new members.
A local meeting urged Mr C Bourchier to consider standing for the Goulburn Valley seat in the Legislative Assembly after Brigadier Bourchier left to become Agent General for Victoria. Bourchier said he would consider the request, noting he might run but had not decided yet. He mentioned speaking with Brig Bourchier and attending party conferences.
In a case at Numerkeh Court Bream W Willard was fined £2 for distress after driving a motor wagon at high speed. The vehicle weighed tons 14 cwt and the incident involved a shack leepacter frost and pllicist references to Wright and Read.
Cobram and Barooga prepare for an annual meeting to discuss amalgamation proposals and future plans. The event compares current financial and operational metrics with the past two years, highlighting potential changes for the clubs and communities involved.
About 30 members and supporters attended Cobram Football Club annual meeting at the Mechanics Institute. A large credit balance was reported, receipts included donations and saveloy sales, with substantial outlays on football gear, transport, and rent. Debate followed on reform and possible amalgamation with Barooga. Barooga urged to join Cobram or form Border United as talks covered finances and leadership.
A letter from J. M. Taylor discusses cost and purpose of sport funding and police inspectors. He questions benefits for sportsmen, references a proposed year long scheme, and notes potential fines and staff increases. The writer opposes broad measures, arguing they do not aid soldiers or the public and may simply siphon funds for administration.
The Mooroopna Hospital committee launches a cross valley appeal to raise 16 000 pounds to cover maintenance and building costs. They urge residents and employers across the Goulburn Valley to donate and even request one day’s wages from workers to support the hospital’s funding needs.
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