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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1937
Page
2
W HOULIHAN announces he has taken over the business previously run by D Jackson. He offers moderate charges and prompt work from the Yarroweyah North office. Licensed to tap mains and agent for Atlas Insurance Co, Diabolo Separators, Robinson and Ch.
Writing pads advertised at the Courier Office with two shillings pad prices. Also notes dentist J J Kelly L D S B D Sc visits Cobram each Saturday from 2 p.m. and may be consulted in Adams Building next to Central Store.
Flowering and shade stock offered by a nursery includes Bush and Miniatures with well ripened wood, Climbers and Ramblers with extra canes, and several year plants at discounted rates. Shade trees feature Eucalyptus Robusta and Gomphocephala with ornamental growth, plus Sugar Gums and Lemon Scented Gums. Prices listed per dozen or hundred, with smaller plants and strong 3-year stock available on request. Street trees for Shire Councils are offered. price suggestions available on request.
A report from the Katamatite and Muckatan Turf Club shows races postponed due to waterlogged courses after a heavy storm. Local developments include bridge action for Cobram over the Murray, public meetings at Barooga Hotel, and efforts by Barooga Bridge League to urge NSW government funding.
A damaged fragment references daily work and assisting with goods, noting government coffers at least £300 a month and praising parsimonious conduct. It mentions a view of extravagance and a country station named Como as part of the context.
J W Robinson of the Ormond Plant Farm Pty Ltd invites questions on all gardening phases and will answer them personally Mr Robinson will respond to inquiries as part of a garden education program hosted by the farm.
Practical guide for improving gardens with tree lined avenues and shrubs. Advocates drought tolerant plantings, mulch and selective watering, recommends Petunia and Portulacca for drought resilience, notes cost and long term value benefits for homeowners and future generations.
The article stresses deep, stone-free soil for root crops to avoid forked shapes, advocates well-decomposed manures, warns against fresh manure, and details when to sow in August. It notes lime application rates, cautions about cold snaps, and lists sowing and planting items including broad beans, cabbage, carrots, lettuce, beets, onions, radish, parsley, spinach, and more.
Tungamah Shire Council debated buying a power grader. The Engineer said one machine has graded 140 miles in 12 months and fuel costs run 1/2 a shilling per chain. Dr. Gemmell noted horse grading cost £24 per mile versus about £5 with the CRB machine, saving £19. Representatives from firms were invited to present at the Heat meeting.
An intended screening by Phologboon Talkies is announced for the upcoming period. Details on date, venue, and film title are unclear in the fragment, but the plan indicates a future event by the local cinema group.
Australian comedy Granddad Rudd from Cinesound, based on Steele Rudd tales, presents the prosperous Rudd family with a lavish farm and homestead setting. The film blends humor romance and drama and has drawn strong praise across Australia and New Zealand. Notable stars Merle Oberon and Clark Gable are mentioned in light fashion regarding fashion habits and tastes.
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