05 Aug 1937
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1937
Page
1
The issue of The Courier shows postage details for Australia and New Zealand two pence. United Kingdom via France two pence. United Kingdom by sea route onepence. other British possessions two pence. and the USA and foreign countries one shilling three pence.
Berig an Shire Council to meet Monday. Hare shoot by Muckatah FC yielded 190 hares. Motor truck owner fined £1 15/10 for lease violation. Rain improves crops. 46 points at Lalalty. Muckatah-Nathalia match ends in injuries to L Hargreaves. car accident near Cobram. Bernie Miller recognised by Geelong Club. strong public support. Victorian Police football team to visit Numurkah for Mooroonah Hospital funds. effort aims for £100. Millennial news notes and local notes wrap.
At the monthly Cobram Mechanics Institute meeting M D O'Dwyer presided as the secretary read a letter from G Grant and James Grant senior seeking joining. Le Amson to paint stage walls ceilings doors and windows while S Wilson was appointed caretaker at £26 yearly. Overdraft reduced slightly and plans to line the hall with Donnaconna material were deferred due to cost and support concerns.
At a Tungamah Shire Council meeting Dr Gemmell moved to hold over a motion to raise a loan for Cobram saleyards, amid rumours of fees on all stock yarded. He noted the loan was reduced from 3000 to 2500 pounds and said no such broad charges would apply, with sheep traffic highlighted.
Tocumwal leads Cobram at halftime as Tocumwal tallies 5 goals 5 behinds to 2 2, with Quick, Jordan and R. Sandy among top contributors. Cobram defense from Jordan and Toohey holds several Tocumwal attacks, while late goals by Franks and Vidler narrow gaps.
Jerilderie suffered a tough day as Berrigan dominated with precise kicking. Deng and Barooga tallied 11 goals 13 behinds while Finkey contributed 2 goals 2 behinds. Jerilderie’s scoring and overall effort were outmatched, with Finley and Jerilderie mentioned in passing as matchups.
T Ryan led with 212 in the Soak hatcitay event while J T Ryan scored 212 and M J 671131-55 in mixed foursomes. The Cobram Club tournament begins next Wednesday with handicap holes and Sunday play. Jean McFarlane posted a decisive victory in the tied handicap event with 301-109-132 plus 12 holes handicap net score.
A fragment notes a journey or action described as reaching a liquid refreshment place after exactly 100 strokes. The text implies a measured ascent or travel step count in a concise, somewhat enigmatic line.
A large crowd attended the Tuesday opening of the expanded and improved hall, formerly the Mechanics Institute, now the Soldiers' Memorial Hall and Mechanics Institute. The project, funded by returned soldiers, features full lining, a raised stage, a large supper room, and a modern kitchen, making the venue comfortable for all entertainments and rivaling similar towns.
Tocumwal reports Mr Jack Connor, a famed month saddler, to start business in Tocumwal at Coolamon, succeeding his father in a 52 year old local firm. Messrs Wise Bros Pty Ltd begin extensive flour mill buildings, new machinery, and silos to modernize the facility. A public meeting at the Masonic Hall discussed selling band instruments bought by public subscription, with a valuation and a further public meeting planned.
Excellent progress is reported on the Tecumwil to Finley transmission project linking the town to the Victorian system with plans to extend service to Berrigan. Mr Colley of Yarram has been appointed to take over at the Berrigan power house, bringing eight years in the role and an A grade electrician’s certificate. At a Berrigan Progress Association meeting last Monday, Shire election matters for riding were discussed, with three candidates deemed acceptable while urging readiness of the Easter Sports financial statement for a March meeting and further preparations.
Cobram Water Trust reviews arrears of rates and meter charges totaling £1161 12s 1d with overdraft of £7210 2s 3d and considers strict action to enforce payments. A low pressure supply upgrade and new pipes are discussed while deposits are redirected to a savings account.
Shire Health Inspector presented a report on church service arrangements for Katemave. Discussion covered potential single service at Metin Church due to epidemic conditions and school attendance pressures. Financial figures from several regions are cited, totaling £84 with various allocations.
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