Local and General News and Election Talk from Cobram and Riverina
On the Indi federal election campaign candidates McEwen and Nolan plan busy weeks with McEwen to speak at Cobram on September 7. Local charity drives continue with socks mittens and scarves donated by women and schoolchildren. A 17 year old, Winifres Eddy, pleaded guilty at Yarrawonga for forging a cheque and faces trial in Wangaratta. Reports mention possible resignation of Lethbridge M L A to contest Riverina. Also notes a riverfront riverina camp and a bush fire in the state forest with privates Hayes and Blyth on leave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indi
McEwen
Nolan
Cobram
Yarrawonga Court
Winifres ‘M. Eddy
W. A. Bott
Bundarong
Wangaratte
Militia Enlistments Rise As RAAF Expanded Across States
Army reports 1,585 Militia members joined the Royal Australian Air Force with 67 more reserves. State totals include New South Wales 449, Victoria 819, Queensland 248, South Australia 280, Western Australia 143, Tasmania 149 through August. Total Militia enlistments reach 19,528. 70 day camps coincided with these figures. Public remarks praise the British Empire’s unity and resolve in the Middle East. Wheat sales lag export targets due to ship delays while potential drought threatens crops. Argentina rainfall delays seeding with 25 percent crop outlook, while Yugoslavia and Romania shift toward import needs. War Savings Stamps push urged by Treasurer Spencer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Royal Australian Air Force
Ipp
RAAF
RAA
New South Wales
Victoria
South Ausalia
Queensland
Tasmania
Western Australia
Westen Australia
South Australia
Darwin
C. McPherson
Australian Wheat Board
Porta
Argentina
Rumania Ae
Africans Reflect On Hitler Crisis And Call For Calm
The Bantu World editorial condemns Nazism and its Aryan supremacy, urging Africans to stay calm and confident in the struggle for civilization. Kenya’s defense authorities are praised as East Africa Standard urges self discipline and unity among European African and Asian communities to support authorities and endure difficult tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitler
Bantu World
Kenya
Massares
Obituary for Mrs M Dunkley of Cobram District
Mrs M Dunkley aged 59 dies after residence in Cobram district with husband H Dunkley for 23 years. Her remains were interred at Cobram Cemetery with Rev Boquest conducting the burial service. Survived by husband and children Howard Irene Norman Joyce and Mavis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Dunkley
H. Dunkley
Cobram
Boquest
Howard
Irene
Norman
Joyce
Mavis
Cobram Progress Association Pushes for Rail Service Increase
A Cobram group pressed for restoration of a daily train, with the Department considering five weekly trains by adding Thursdays. Dr Gemmell noted Cobram lags Katamatite and Picola despite more steam trains, while the Commissioner cited steam-train counting. The deputation hoped for full weekly service eventual. Fruit transport discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Railways
Association
Cobram
Dr. Gemmell
McDonald
Katamatite
Picola
Brick Area discussion clarifies council meeting moves
The Corneil Dr. Gemmell motion on a Brick Area is withdrawn after a deputation’s request while a report from a sub committee is awaited. The chairman notes a misunderstanding and aims to proceed for the town’s good as residents oppose the brick area plan. The proposed area includes Punt Road Bank Street and Main Street segments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shire of Tungamah
Corneil
Gemmell
Cassidy
White
Lstepayers
Courier
Radcliffe
Donald
Dr. Gemmell
Ihs
Punt Road
High Street
Murray Street
Bank Street
William Street
Main Street
Round and About Notes on Local Infrastructure and Weather
A fragmented report mentions a proposed work channel in an area project and concerns about street lighting efficiency. It notes a town street agency and councilors discussing suspensions and a national system change. The text also references August weather, rain, and crop impact from weekend conditions.
A Few Hints on Lawns for Gardeners
Practical notes on choosing grass types for English lawns and how to prepare soil. Advice covers seed mixes with Fescue Creeping Bent and Irish Bent, Kikuyu seeds, sowing rates, and winter considerations. Planting depth, soil preparation, and fertiliser amounts are outlined for a durable lawn.
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Ison
Teare
J. Rose
Fes
Oddment Shop
Ovlille
Ike
Newmarket
Particu
Ars
Entanve
B. T. Goulding
J. J. Kelly
J. Stanyer
Barooga
P.K
Barsone
Church OF England
Meeth Bam
End
Sumatay
Sundow
Ah Sandee
Vo Willems Hoenet
Bequest
Yarroweyah
Tim
Cobrama
Cobrani
The
Cobran
Local & General News
Comforts Fund Report
A. R. Wadeson
Norquay
Riverina
C. B. Lethbridge
Britain
Australia
Great Britain
Hayes
A. Blyth
Lyons
Katharine R. Lyons
Aldertons Fruit Shop
Bacay
Wafe Timesourne
Housewives
Numurkar
R. Firman
F. Graham
Bulletin OF War News
Awealth Department of Information
Cyprus
Near East
Hiler
Middle East
Middle Mediterranean
Europe
Bremen
Hamburg
Exid
Mr Spender
Ww. Adams & Son
Cobram Progress Association
Ondence
Scussion
J. W. Robinson
Ormond Plant Farm Pty. Lie
Ny ST Insan
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