Barooga Block 221 Allotted. Fire Sale Draws Crowds
The Local Land Board allotted Barooga block 221 of 941 acres to John Comb after disallowing R E Brockman’s late application. Fire sale crowds prompted police aid as doors opened at eight, with order restored by six constables in the Goulburn Valley. Pedestrian safety at night urged by local officials amid traffic concerns.
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Corowa
Barooga Block
John Comb
R. E. Brockman
Fairley
Shepparton
Helf
Goulburn Valley
Maude and
Fryers
Decline in Vehicle Registrations Reflect War Costs
The 1939 annual return from the Victoria Automobile Club shows a modest rise in total motor vehicle registrations to 263,289, but a downturn in December. New car and used car registrations fall, renewals dip, while motorcycle registrations rise modestly, suggesting reluctance to buy new vehicles and potential easing of petrol rationing urgency.
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Rey‘21 Automobile Club of
Victoria
Water taint from Yarrawonga Weir worsens but once more shows improvement
The article notes two weeks of taint from algae at Yarrawonga Weir, less severe than six or seven years ago when water was undrinkable. This year the water has a brownish tinge, whereas in 1934 it appeared dark green.
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Yarrawonga Weir
Wedding at Wesley College Chapel A Quiet Cobram Record
The wedding of William Quick and Joan Gilbert was quietly celebrated at Wesley College Chapel last Wednesday. Local notes mention staff changes at Seymour branch of the State Savings Bank and Brown Corke and Co Cobram, with Vic Daly securing a position at Seymour. Stipendiary Steward J Shea takes leave due to ill health as Cobram figures and crop reports are noted alongside a hospital admission and a medical operation involving a transport driver.
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Wesley College Chapel
William
P. Quick
Joan
Gilbert
Brighton
Vic. Daly
Brown Corke and Co. Cobram
Seymour Frm
Vic
Militia Comfort Meeting Abandoned After Poor Attendance
A meeting titled to discuss comforts for the militia was convened but abandoned as only a small number of persons attended.
Yarroweyah Races Feature Local Turf Club Meeting
Races at the Yarroweyah Turf Club meet at Muckstah showcased strong judging and orderly proceedings led by President E Maidment and Secretary M D O'Dwyer. Our Destiny and Black Sparklet battled in the Yarroweyah Handicap with Black Sparklet winning by a head, while Analine triumphed in the Trial Stakes and Rose Carma won the Pony Race.
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Yarroweyah Turf Club
Muckstah
Nedea
E. Maidment
Maidment
M. D. O'Dwyer
Iedies
Kelly
Tocumwal
W. Betts
Wee Whuff
Mavette
Keyrock
Morrison
Our Destiny
Black Spark
Drivel
Black Sparklet
Wea
Analine
Klipspringer
Rose Carma
Panora
Amicus
Native Blue
Wiluna
Nelledale
Lucky Bill
Lechmere
Sparkler
F. Kernaghan
Sanders
J. Stokes
W. Willis
Cowell
T. Glennow
Beg
Noxious weeds list expanded and Barooga depot changes
Inspector Sutton reports to Berrigan Shire on weeds and night soil disposal. Safflower to be removed from noxious weeds. Wild Radish and Buffalo Burr added. Barooga sanitary depot now receives all night soil. Cobram depot closed due to irrigation pollution. Council urges Tungamah to relocate cleansing to Barooga or Tocumwal depot.
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Sutton
Berrigan
Barooga
Gorman
Avery
W.C
Wade
Willimbong
Leeton
Baroogs
Cobram
Berooga
Victoria
Victorian Health Department
Cochran Oi
Tooga
Tocumwal
Baroga
Tungamah
Hurcoga
Berrigan Shire Council Meets on Road and Silo Issues
The Berrigan Shire Council held its ordinary monthly meeting with councillors Coldwell Collie Wagg Reynoldson Gorman Cruickshank Bryant Ball present. They discussed a promised Craig's to self road and Wilton's lane water concerns with pipe solutions. The department noted £8491 for 1940 programme and Senate urged £250,000 silo funding. Cooperation requested to protest unfair hire for motor lorries and to seek Act changes.
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Berrigan
Drs. Coldwell
Collie
Wagg
Reynoldson
Gorman
Cruickshank
Bryant
Ball
T. Rhodes
Lasally
Craig
Self
W. HL. Wilton
Boomancomann
Wilton
Department Main Roads
Shire Boree
Marrickville
Sydney
Sporting Clubs Farewell To Mr Stillard
On a Friday evening Cobram Sporting Clubs and bank staff held a farewell for Mr M Stillard who transfers to Sey Yo. They presented an inscribed Silver Ever pencil from the Golf Club and a Fountain Pen from the Cobram banks. Speakers lauded Stillard as a member and player and wished him well.
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O Fis
Golf Clube
Cobram
M. Stilly
Sey Yo
Golf Club
Barnett
Stillard
Backhouse
Radcliffe
Gilsenan
Missen
Binns
Ppeal
Been Sevag Ben
Gilite Staraio
New Weapon Against Silverfish Revealed
A home remedy using sugar water flour and barium fluosilicate is described to create drying cards for silverfish. Spreading the paste on small cards and placing eight around affected areas is advised, with the note that silverfish are deterred by the cards once laid.
Visit of Opt 14s Bir He Halton ton
Optician visit announced in Melbourne with consultations available Friday. Local event aims to assist patients with eye care and vision assessments.
Mount Gyrnie Kitchen Tea Recalls Fair Occasion
A fragmented notice describes a kitchen tea at Mount Gyrnie with attendees including Walsh and Toohey. The event features vows to a future of happiness for Lorna Gedye and Mr Gwynne, with mentions of R Halburn and M. Hicks among the guests.
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Hone
Mount Gyrnie
Karen 1 Walsh
Lerma
J Toohey
Baturdey
Sau
Gwynne
Wils
Hicks
R. Halburn
M. Sponded
Beret
Garden Guide Notes Planting For Early Winter Crops
The article lists vegetables including cabbage lettuce endive chicory and sprouts and gives tips on sowing, deep digging, manuring and watering to ensure maturity. It stresses soil preparation and proper drills for crops like celery and onions to achieve crispness and stability.
Irrigation Scheme Proclamations Discussed by Officials
The text outlines presentations and proclamations under the Crown Seizure Act regarding land resumption and subdivision for irrigation works. Officials note the government may grant property allowances and assess water values, with emphasis on district readiness and public works funding.
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Ble
de Corona
Jeter
Lethbridge
Perro
Aps
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