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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1937
Page
1
The Courier outlines postage costs to Australia and New Zealand at 1d to the United Kingdom via France 24 To United Kingdom via All-sea route 1d To British possessions 2d To foreign countries sd.
The July monthly meeting of the Tungamah Shire Council is reported. Cobram Court results include a fine for carrying excess loads on a motor truck. Mail service changes at Boomanoomana, hospital donation details, fogs in Melbourne, and a fatal train accident near Yarra Wonga are noted. Centenary planning for Shepparton is described with a 1028 date. A Royal Auto Club of Victoria appeal relates to driving two vehicles side by side near a level crossing.
At a Cobram Waterworks Trust meeting the engineer was asked to prepare cost estimates for replacing the six inch main from the water tower to the Royal Vic and lifting and relaying the four inch line. They plan to connect the six inch main from the showground gate to the Court House, funded by loan, depreciation, and revenue, with a rate rise expected for about three years to cover the improvements and improve service. The auditor urged firm action on arrears, with disconnections and prosecutions to follow. They will defer action until after June 30 to review the finances and push for further improvement.
At the monthly meeting the treasurer noted a £53 monthly balance rise and a soon to be credited building fund after capital costs were liquidated. F A Guenther warned billiard room takings declined and suggested spending £50 to £60 on table repairs to sustain patronage. A S Marshall reported curtain damage from the recent school concert and J B Hall pledged to raise the issue with the committee.
At Yarrawonga Police Court last year Mr Arthur Leslie Porter faced a Country Roads Board charge for driving a motor tuck with zeal. The Education Department advised on related works including floors incinerator fences and more. Public Works will proceed once funds and arrangements are available.
Maxwell Anderson and Pandro S. Berman present a lavish film version of Mary of Scotland with a renowned cast and grand sets. The production promises epic scope and dramatic performances led by a distinguished team behind the Academy award winning The Informer.
The defendant, John Tyler, faced charges in Nar for dealing in a gelding linked to a stolen horse. He admitted buying a young chestnut gelding for £8 from Tocumwal to Finley, but later altered timing to March. He denied theft claims, described travels Deniliquin to Narranders with the horse, and was sentenced to three months hard labor.
Australia moves to aviation backed by Souther Air Lines and Freighters Limited a 4 million venture to carry 24 bales of wool or 100 sheep per hour. Planned routes include Adelaide Sydney via Renmark Mildura Griffith and Cootamundra with Hay Melbourne feeder service via Jerilderie Swan Hill. Regular freight to NSW via planes with four ton payload. Pilot Ian H Grabowsky elevated to general manager.
A public meeting led by Dr R Milly urged railway line extension across the creek and a nearer station. Attendees formed the Katamatite and District Progress Association to pursue town improvements. officers were elected with a President, Cr.
Thomas Little about 40 employed by the State Rivers and Water Supply Commission at Yarrawonga was fatally injured when his cycle on a Murray Bridge collided with a motor truck driven by Charteris of Mulwala. Little suffered severe head injuries and died Monday morning leaving a wife and two children.
The death of Mr Harry R Dixson occurred recently, mourned by old friends in Numurksh Katunga and Cobram districts. One of Katunga’s earliest settlers, Dixson was known for his genial personality and long residence at Albert Park. He was warmly welcomed during visits to Numurkah.
Announcement lists Kathleen Estelle Bourchier of Boomagong Tocumwal and James Gilbert Andrewartha of Ballarat as engaged. Also notes injuries: Hary Stillard hospitalized after capsize with broken rib, A Gilmour injured shoulder from fall in Cobram, and Alfreda Meadway to Hugh Kennedy of Highald Cobram. Superintendent at Warrnambool received a presentation by P V Feltham on behalf of the Inspector's friends.
Railways Commissioners outline major alterations at Spencer Street station including concourses and platforms redesigns. Modern amenities and safer, open sightlines planned with new Amber gates fencing and cantilever verandah to reduce edge-supports.
During a Cobram visit district superintendent T Madden discussed rail staff need for a third shed hand at Cobram station. He cited 4 1 2 percent cost rise and 75 pound annual salary for an extra man, but refused permanent extra staff saying revenue must justify the cost. Readers pressed for better service despite staff shortages and shifting duties.
In Shepparton court a carrier, W J Dempster of Shepparton, claims £2 10s from Arcour Edward Scott of Numurkah over furniture moved from Melbourne to Numurkah in November. Dempster testified he carried the goods for Scott and Mrs Avery as arranged, while Scott later ordered action claiming no authority to remove the furniture.
The annual Church of England Ball will be held at the Meetaniust Institute on Wednesday next 7th July. A set supper will be served and the music provided by Gervasoni's Orchestra.
An enthusiast gathered for the opening night of the Club Sve table tennis event. Winners were L Horstall and A McDonald. Attendance included jokers who indicated intent to join the club.
The report details a dinner competition with many scores and participants led by Guthe and R Laicew, noting several high marks and medal outcomes. It highlights B duit sores, Fox deus and Bos Th Was the succetu, plus various club champions, round-robin results, and standout players like J Palmey and Achseen Amid talk of future events and championship potential.
A local group received a donation intended to support the Man Veter for Mealth program. The contribution funds specific health services and outreach efforts in the community.
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