Cobram District News Briefs and Local Notices
Cobram Water Trust pursues recovery of debts due after December. Berrigan Shire Council begins by excluding finance committee from the new council formation. Cobram Troop Boy Scouts plan a rally at showgrounds with band performances. Gymkhana for Barooge Parish Hall rescheduled to Wednesday 20th. Next issue will publish later. office closes for Xmas holidays from Christmas Eve. The 1932 Courier first issue goes on January 7 with music examinations at local schools. Murray River algae growth renders water unfit for consumption. situation worsening as drought continues. A small grass fire near Barooga, five acres, was extinguished. Cobram Institute and Orchestra hosted a social. fundraising expected to profit. Wheat crops yield well with several eight bag averages. Crop competition prize of R. Bond from Bervigan noted at 49 bushels per acre. Public meeting at Cobram Fire Station to form firefighting group. Campbell and Co. sale at Nucurkak features 1800 sheep, cattle, lambs, ewes, and fat cattle. Polling places for election on 19th December. compulsory voting for electors.
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Cobram Water Trust
Berrigan
Munti
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Cobram Troop
Boy Scouts
Cobram Showgrounds
Cobram
Barooge
Cobram Troop Scouts Plan New Year Show
Cobram Troop of Boy Scouts met in Me Hi Tuck’s office with Wadeson presiding. They approved stationery purchases, model deed forms, and trust control by the group committee. A combined Troop Display and Sports will be held January 1 1932 at Cobram Showgrounds, with the Cobram Scout Band leading Donald’s march.
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Cobram
Boy Scouts
Me Hi ‘Tuck
Wadeson
Blake
T. N. Harris
Mesars Wadesen and
Clarke
Wadasco
Rev. Blake
T. H. Harris
Froo
St Josephs School Concert Delights with Colorful Costumes
The St Josephs pupils presented a concert replacing the usual cantata with a straight program. Highlights included Miss I Maloney on The Rosary, a senior boys pyramid, Eurythmic Scarf Dance, and vivid dances by the girls and boys. Final items featured Ged Sewe the Ring and Homeward, with Miss E and Miss M Lonergan among performers, the Sisters at the Convent praised for thorough training.
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Sui
Lissie Twist
M. Lonergan
Clara Desau
M. Maloney
Kate Carlton
D. Stillard
Paus Carlton
S. Chamberlain
Cobram Bowling Club Boxing Day Tournament Highlight
The Cobram Bowling Club promotes a Boxing Day Tournament planned during the holidays. Secretary J T McFarlane reports the greens are in top condition and anticipates good turnout. The Cobram Turf Club annual meeting is set for December 2 at 8 pm to elect officers and approve the balance sheet.
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Cobram Bowling Club
Grees
J. T. McFarlape
Cobram Lawn Tennis Club Xmas Event Attracts Large Entries
In Cobram the three days Cobram Lawn Tennis Club event draws large entries for Christmas. A Palais venue attraction, a special floor, and music are planned to draw dancing lovers. An attempt to hire the Mechanics’ Hall at high price is noted as excessive.
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Cobram
Palais
Cobram Beats Yarrawonga in Local Cricket Match
Cobram batted first scoring 50 runs from C Scott and L Butt partnership and Neil Maber bowled strongly. Yarrawonga were all out for 33 as Cobram won easily. A. Maher and J. Scott led Cobram’s bowlers with multiple wickets, while N Maher and G Matheson topped Yarrawonga scoring before collapse. Cobram to host Iscal team next Saturday for a return match.
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Copman
Yarrawonga
Cobram
Cobras
C. Scott
L. Butt
Neil Maber
Wans Beauty
Watson
Green
Maher
Matheson
Visitera
Church of England Bazaar Draws District Crowds
On Saturday evening the Mechanics Institute hosted St Margaret's Church annual bazaar in the district, with a bright array of stalls and helpers supplying refreshments and amusements for a large audience. The event featured cake stalls and various contributors, attracting many residents and promising funds for church aims.
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Mechanics’ Institute
St. Margaret's Church
Cebram
Ant Basasta
Comes Nyine Ee
O. Cotten
Mies
Les Cres Stali
Janies Perkin
K. Carmichael
Ty Kaneks
Mivtey
Seca
Rotation of Shire Council Presidency at Berrigan Meeting
The Berrigan Shire Council proceeding notes a rotational presidency with Cr. Boyd proposed by Cr. Pipnock, Cr. Burwood declining, Cr. Vege favored, and Cr. Wagg honoring Dr. Boyd’s 25 years of service. The president welcomed councillors, praised Dr. Wang for long Local Government service, and urged continued cooperation. Various reports touched boundary road closures, vehicle insurance, and requests from local associations.
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H. Wagg
R. A. Collie
K. T. Boyd
Burwood
H. Martin
E.ma Groatsch
G. Binwuck Scoullar
BuKcTiox
Pew
Boyd
C. Riding
Pipnock
Biwood
Cr. Burwood
Cr. Vege
Tur
Cr. Vagg
Dr. Pyle
Shires’ Association
Main Roads Board
Pismuck
Cellie
Wang
Aiy
Carrie
Peat
Wagg
Crs
Martis
Gorman
Parish
Barooga
Desigon
Mansell
Tecumwal
Tocum
State Rivers
W.S
Hume
Farmers
J. Taylor
Tamwrth
Couneil
N.8
Flood damage report prompts bridge repairs at Barooga
Ex Mai report cites high flood pressures on Middle Bridge and Barooga High Road, urging urgent repairs and new piling. Cost estimate around £150 with contingencies, plus protections against scour and detours on the southern side. Council minutes note appreciation for past service and a painting gift to veterans.
Community Christmas Gift Drive Aims For Inmates
A diner group requests reader aid for a Christmas and New Year gift drive for inmates. The committee notes many shoppers have given in past years and urges support to bring cheer to the prison population.
Federal Elections and Economic Debate Highlight Voters’ Concerns
The article lists four candidates for the House and Senate races and discusses voter worries about wages, employment, and economic policy. It cites figures on unemployment, production shifts, and debates over tariffs, exchange rates, and the impact of industrial changes on the nation’s economy.
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