Sunday Schedule Fragments Mention 2nd to 4th Sundays
The note lists two Sundays and mentions third and fourth Sundays with the title Suh Sundays. It appears as a fragmentary calendar reference without clear event details or participants.
29 Apr 1942
Page 1
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 29, 1942
Page
1
The note lists two Sundays and mentions third and fourth Sundays with the title Suh Sundays. It appears as a fragmentary calendar reference without clear event details or participants.
The Mooroona Hospital board appeals to residents for donations toward maintenance with a target of a substantial amount before 30 June. The appeal highlights the hospital’s national service during military encampments and asks residents to donate generously, combining charity with patriotism.
A Saturday Anzac Day service drew a large crowd as Rev Hackett gave an address. The Finley Golf Club annual meeting was abandoned due to only four attendees, signaling possible continued low membership. District factories reported tyre shortages affecting truck collection.
An Australian air force officer returning from Malaya and the NEI recounts acts of heroism by RAAF members. Sgt Reginald Ernest Cormie of Adamstown NSW notably supplied air force support for two armoured cars during the British retreat along Malaya's west coast, keeping one vehicle in action to Kuala. The report also covers budget moves by Treasurer Chifley to expand savings funding for the war effort and the introduction of National Savings Bonds at £16 each with 3 percent interest and a 10 year term, maturing September 15 1952, with some shorter terms offered initially.
The Bishop of Bendigo Right Rev C L Riley is awarded the British Empire title on General Auchinleck’s recommendation. He served twelve months in the Middle East as senior chaplain with the ALF and was among the last to enter Tobruk before its siege began and later left Tobruk by sea after aiding besieged defenders.
Mr McEwen M H R returns from Darwin and Port Moresby on an advisory visit. He notes high morale and offensive spirit among RAAF and American pilots and says northern troops see themselves as the outer screen and ready to attack Japanese forces. He will make recommendations to the War Council.
Delays in army mail arise from incorrect addresses. Field Force letters should include unit and place. Home Force or AIF Abroad should follow the addressee. Stationary establishments require the Camp or Station home. For AIF members outside the Commonwealth address to A.F Abroad or, if unsure, to the unit without a place name until advised.
Dr Moss questioned why Numurkah would be lit while neighboring towns remain blacked out. Secretary Stringer said the Premier could declare a blackout and the Government would act if needed. The doctor clarified he did not urge action but suggested lighting Numurkah would render other town blackouts useless.
A convoy of three motor trucks traveling toward Melbourn collided with a single seater car with a trailer. A prisoner was killed instantly when debris tore into the vehicle material striking him as the two vehicles met in the opposite direction.
Bertram J. Rudd sues Esmond O Kane for damages after an assault at Cobram East. In Yarrawonga County Court Judge Richardson awards £160 to the plaintiff plus costs.
Libers Country Party executive council member Mr GG Moss argues for an immediate revision of irrigation costs in the Murray Valley water supply district. He notes wartime labor shortages and reduced inputs like superphosphate and fencing materials, proposing a substantial reduction of irrigation charges to aid farmers and irrigation development.
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