25 Apr 1947
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 25, 1947
Page
1
In sad but cherished memory of our dear Mother who passed away at Bennet Cobram on April 28 1946 Abide With Me inserted by her loving sons and daughters
Cobram's Third Security Loan quota of 3000 pounds was oversubscribed by 5650 at the closing date last Tuesday April 22. A congratulatory telegram arrived for Mr. P. W. Bales secretary of the Cobram Committee from Prime Minister Chifley praising the loan effort.
The Victorian Housing Commission would cooperate where new industry drives housing demand. District Engineer H. C. Kermode warned a pro meeting could bring 160 additional workers in 12 months. A sub committee of five was formed to prepare statistics for Cobram’s Housing Commission submission.
The piece argues Britain bears the price of imperial policy and Bretton Woods shifts as it grapples with an American loan. It cites Sunraysia Daily’s stance against imperial preference and warns against concessions to Wall Street. Mr Fadden notes Australia book imports were restricted to satisfy the loan, illustrating broader trade friction.
A grand day of tennis at Strathmerton saw Katamatite Gold beat Cobram Blues 7 sets to 6 in the men's doubles. Katamatite won 6 of 9 sets overall while Cobram ladies claimed 3 sets. match highlights included Gurgan Jones Weatherill and Edgar Radcliffe in featured rallies.
Fisheries Inspector J Huntington announced NSW Fisheries and Oyster Farms Act amendments. Unlicensed fishermen cannot set cross-lines, set-lines, pene or bank lines east of the Great Dividing Range, or use spinners behind power boats. Licensed fishers may use four set lines or cross lines with up to 20 hooks each, spaced 100 yards apart and six feet between hooks. Drum nets are limited to ten for licensed fishers with five inch mesh. Murray size limit raised from 15 to 18 inches. Unlicensed use penalties apply.
Personal paras list successful candidates from the Nurses First Professional Examination including Mooroopna Hospital staff M. Gedye I. M. Grose P. N. Sherwin D. E. Sterling and G. E. Searing along with Mrs Frank Muller and baby. The item also notes holiday visits to Bright Cobram Melbourne and mentions births and returns home of P W Bales and daughter Helen and Moyra Harris holidays in Melbourne.
Nurse Lorna Cleave was guest of honor at a coming of age party at Riversdale Yarraweyah North. About 50 guests enjoyed games singing and dancing with music by Mrs Babington. Miss Cleave, nursing at Minorca hospital, received many gifts.
The article notes Mr Kendall's brief campaign schedule and his strong reception among supporters. It highlights commendations from the public for his energetic approach and mentions the prior election and perceived progress amid limited campaigning venues.
Fragment shows mixed coupon dates through April May and June with numerous codes and garbled text. It references new coupons, expiry notes, and scattered numbers that are unclear to parse into a full sale or publisher context.
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