13 Feb 1948
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 13, 1948
Page
1
The article argues for regional decentralisation in Australia, noting Melbourne and Sydney should shrink to relieve urban strain. It cites Air Minister Drakeford on limits due to atomic era, critiques cities as uneconomic yet market hubs, and urges rural expansion and long term policy to shift population and industry away from major cities.
Cobram Bowling Club singles championship concludes with L Grant defeating Wyatt 31 28 in the final. Earlier rounds list results: Wyatt over Tomkin 22 15, Fairley over Anderson 21 3, Brooks over Benjamin 21 14, Cox over Cameron 21 6, Gedge over George 21 16 with byes for several players. Semi finals saw Wyatt 31 22 over O'Reilly and Grant 81 over Cox before the final 31 28 victory for Grant.
In the local pennant final the Blues beat the Whites 24 18 and 23 15 securing the title. The Whites had completed an undefeated season prior to the loss.
Sir Isaac Isaacs former Governor General of Australia died in his sleep at age 92. His funeral was held at Melbourne Cemetery after a service at Toorak Road Synagogue. The report also notes P W Bales returning to duties at the State Savings Bank after holidays and John Sherwin passing the intermediate exam at Buriy Grammar School.
Government statistics from the 1947 census show Murray Valley total population 362 388 with 188 272 males and 114 116 females. The 1933 census reported 407 000 plus, and officials claim a drop of about 22 000 people over 14 years, marking a significant regional decline.
The Victorian Department of Agriculture announces graded seedwheat varieties Insignia Pinnacle and Diadem available this season at 13/4d per bushel from seed stations. Insignia suits the Mallee, Pinnacle and Diadem for Wimmera plains, with bookings already opening. Orders go to Agricultural Superintendent. if unavailable at the chosen station, seeds may be reserved at another centre and applicants informed. Payments not sent with initial application.
A rinks competition will be conducted tonight with participants urged to give their names to the secretary before 5 p.m. The page also presents two traditional quotes on betrayal and error.
The death occurred at Cobram hospital on Sunday of Mrs Rivett aged 78 after a fall and hip fracture while living with her daughter Mrs W Moulton at Berrigan. She contracted further illness and died. Her remains were interred in Cobram cemetery on Monday. IMPOUNDING OFFICER APPOINTED AT BERRIGAN The Berrigan Shire Council appointed an impounding officer after weeks without one. Complaints about wandering stock were raised as the officer begins duties following Monday’s meeting.
The Numurkah Branch of The Australian Estates Co Ltd offered 320 acres of Mundoona irrigation land in the late William Lineham estate at Numurkah Town Hall. The auction failed to meet the reserve but the property was sold shortly after to John James Osborne.
Morrison Teare Solicitors list offices at High Street Cobram Numurksh veinaa and National Mutual Buildings 395 Collins Street Melbourne with phone number 218.
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