24 Feb 1938
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 24, 1938
Page
1
Fragmentary notes discuss international mail routes and postage beacons between Australia New Zealand the United Kingdom and other regions. The text hints at currency issues rates and ship routes with unclear details and several corrupted place names.
A fragment dated Thursday February 24 133 indicates a colonial military course schedule or notice. Details are incomplete but reference to a February date and official tone suggest an instructional or ceremonial event.
Mr RC Ballantyne may stand again for Corowa after a recent talk with Imm. Phyllis Davies noted for a Glen Innes resemblance to a murder victim. The region faces drought, berry shortages, and wine cellar capacity limits amid a hot dry spell. a universal Saturday half holiday is urged by Waranga District Council. border patrols on the Victorian border may be removed due to infantile paralysis.
An enthusiastic Cobram meeting decided to form a Gun Club with I Blythe as President and H Watson M Scott as vice-presidents. A 4 trap setup and 1000 clay pigeons will be bought and the opening shoot is set for March 2. The next meeting is Friday at the Fire Station. 5 shillings membership invites beginners. Also reported is J Piper's 173 for Numurkan against Shepparton, plus cricket selections for Numukah Cobram in Country Week and a Strathmerton vs Cobram scratch match with Bourke and Brentnall strong in bowling and Batting. The Berrigan team beat Barooga in a semi final.
The district teams event attracted over 180 participants with Kwongontdad and Wobald among noted names. Organizers reported strong community interest and steady attendance across divisions.
Es AAR Normani has purchased the late James Ison interests in Is on and Bott. The death occurred at Bendigo Hospital on Monday. Me bu ncle aged 6 years and a brother of Mr Rev 1 ele had been in ill health ten years. The late Mr Bunce was known to Cobam elders and resided Deaco 8 Yue Pam. MB J B Flanagan postal clerk at Shepparton is appointed postmaster at Finley succeeding L Howarth. Ray Burwood and S T V Cole elected president and secretary of RS S LLA district council for Berrigan Blighty Finley Tocumwal.
After months of discussion the Walter Trust approves Mr A G Gutteridge's proposal costing about £2640 for Nathalia water supply. The plan eliminates chlorination but allows for a future plant addition. a tower will be built now to permit chlorination later if needed. The annual event notes a strong turnout and a competitive volleyball tournament with Cobram B, Katamatite, and Glenfield teams advancing to the final.
Cobram Golds were beaten 78 to 39 by Wunghnu on Cobram’s trip to the home court. The game featured tight play and notable contributors including A Allen and H Tuck, with Taggart also prominent for Wunghnu.
Victorian Railways Chief Commissioner Mr Clapp visited Cobram for annual railway inspection. Residents pressed to complete tuck yard renovations and to build new stations but the department prioritized better services over new facilities. Station staff were praised for their conduct and coordination with the transport service owners.
In favorable weather Yarroweyah held its annual races with strong gate receipts of £50, higher than last year’s £45. President E. T. Maidment and secretary M. D. O'Dwyer were praised for running, with robust committee effort and active ladies and publican support. The meeting featured a tight finish in Linden Lou, a win by Black Sparkler in the Yarroweyah Cup, and competitive showings in the Novelty Pony Race and other events.
A fragmentary report from Distrig News notes Council Thursday discussion about a local amusement issue and a city contractor decision. The item references a restaurant, an electric light pole, and a watering tab without clear dates or names.
Officers elected at the Yarrawunew sui branch annual meeting include President Mr Buchanan. Vice-presidents Messrs J Wart Ho Hogg F N Jenkins Hogers. secretary A Williamson. joint secretary H Hogg. committee members A Carey P Whitney Liapman A Cole H Haibur Muller J Price T Prendergas Passmore C McColl and Thart te Milan. A survey of the site at Tooga station was made and a fence gravel pit remains. Len Reynaldson left Bertie on Sunday on the first stage of a world tour and was welcomed by friends.
The Tocumwal area sees shifts as Mr M Howe faces a first charge at his home town since CPS appointment. Mr H E Henderson, nine years with the Shire Council, resigns to start a motor truck contracting business. Memorial Hall trustees reappoints roles with Mr F Rapsey elected secretary and others named.
At Cobram on Saturday March 2 J McNamara Co and A R Wadesan sell farming implements including cultivators scarifiers combines ploughs wagons pulleys and discs in good order. Also 1000 sheep 50 bags weed wheat 30 bags oats among items. Unreserved clearing sale by H W Tuckango Tocumwal for Mr Hugh Minchin at Oakland Park begins 4:30 pm March 40.
Auction set for Saturday at Medhanicy Mall Cobram for 74 acres near Rumd 24 miles from Cobram. J McNamara and Co and AR Werdesom act as agents under mortgagees instr. Sale by auction at 2? pm to liquidate mainly government land.
The Shire Secretary announces tenders for several works at Shire Hall Tungaman with deposits of 24 percent required. Contracts include gravel and paving projects, with specific reference numbers and contact details for submitting bids by specified dates. The notice lists multiple job items and locations under the Shire’s works program.
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