23 Dec 1926
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1926
Page
1
Incomplete OCR text from a Cobram station page shows garbled phrases and lacks clear events or names. The readable bits refer to a location on Station Street and a war era or oval theme, but no coherent action or person is identifiable.
Shire of Berrigan invites tenders for a public watering place at Murray Hut containing 14 acres. Tenders close at the Shire Office Herrican on Saturday at 7. The highest or any tender may not be accepted. David R. Kirby, Shire Clerk.
The notice warns landowners and occupiers that certain plants and animals are deemed noxious under section 47 of the act. It requires compliance with prescribed controls, sets penalties, and states the council may publish notices to enforce the order. It includes two year windows for action and outlines assessment of costs if entry or removal is necessary. The notice is dated December 1920 and signed by Shire Clerk R. Riaby.
Local and general news from Cobram includes details on Mechs' Rare Night event and a MePontite licensing matter. Reports recount Miss Dulcie Baikie saving her family home during NSW fires and Cobram Tennis Tournament with over 270 entries. The new 16 ton weigh bridge opened for farmers near Cobram, handling heavy wheat loads and motor truck transport.
Cobram Cycle Club held a five event showground meet on New Year’s Day. H Kaane won the first heat by a length from A Levings and J Duger in 2 min 22 sec, J Kewingy won the fastest heat with Barbe and Keane second and third, time 2 mins 22 sec. Final featured J Daves 160 yards, J Boke 100 yards and 115 yards, Bourke won by four lengths in 2:25. Splendid entries promised for the New Year program. procession departs at 10 am from Grant’s laundry. Handicaps list entries for One Mile and Two Miles races among riders such as Levings, Sewell, Bourke, Howells, Kaune, Muller, and others with thoroughbred bike fields. Handicapper J. M. Cross notes close of adepts at 1.30 pm.
Bright Friday court action details a case where Thomas Orr faced charges for leaving a motor car in the street without headlights. The tail light was burning and the car stood on the correct side, but the motor-car regulations were debated. Mr T M Williams, P M, dismissed the information clarifying tail light suffices when stationary on the proper side.
Santa Claus will visit Cobram and district on Christmas Eve to hand out gifts for every child who greets him. A key attraction is a letter writing contest with prizes a dressed doll for girls and a toy set for boys. Letters must be posted to Father Christmas Box 12 Cobram or left at the store.
TheORE ls 3 runs Kull vings 63 battings and fielding issues noted as associates resume matches. Walton Tuck top scored 43 not out while Kittle and Crawley took multiple wickets. Totals and individual bowling figures are listed, with several players marked absent or out.
The Rutherglen bug threatens the Shepparton district fruit supply as attempts to control it fail. Sprays using nicotine and soap prove ineffective long term, while fire smoke methods show limited impact. Orchardists fear widespread losses affecting the State’s key industry.
Following a price cut on Ford Caraful Trucks, Ford Motor Company of Australia reports 1215 Fords sold across Australia from 20 to 30 November. Head Office in Geelong deems the period an Australian record for a single make. Dealers maxed effort to meet demand as daily average reached 121.5 vehicles.
Community members of Cobram Yatroweyah Katamatite and Boomanoonana urged donations for the Cobram Trotting Club Memorial Hospital appeal. A race meeting on December 1 and a Mechanics Institute screening are planned to raise funds, with committee members and logistics detailed.
Fragmented OCR reads discuss precipitation comparisons across months September through November, past and present yields, and farm practices. Mentions specific crops, regions, and historical references to weather impacts on supply and production. Describes average yields, drought considerations, and potential policy or market effects on farm income.
A local film program by Mechanics Pictures Curist MG Ltd features a mix of comedy and news segments. The event includes a "Miss America" beauty showcase and a set of pictures described as attractive, with plans for National and theatrical updates early in the new year.
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