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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1948
Page
1
A readable fragment notes an Australian weather or event item dated Friday July 30 1948. The text centers on rain expectations and a dismissive stance toward forecasts. No clear actions or outcomes are stated beyond the humorous weather sentiment.
London reports show week ending July 10 a £3,979,000 net withdrawal from Post Office banks Savings Certificates and Defence Bonds. Analysts cite high prices and official thrift discouragement as factors, noting a third weekly drop and recalling 1929-30 depression trends.
Cobram officials report Constable Hutchins on sick leave with influenza. Mrs L F Edwards returns from Melbourne. John Harbeck leaves for a Bank of Australasia branch near Melbourne. Mr and Mrs T P O'Reilly host Mrs Parnell of Melbourne. R E Bourke on sick list relieved at Cobram Station by S M George from Melbourne. J Byham on sick leave relieved by Norm Ramage of Seymour. Charlie Halliwell begins duties at Cobram Railway Station to succeed Angus McMillan. Ken Iddles to marry in Rochester. C D Gedye recovering at home. W Robertson from Melbourne vacationing with relatives T N Harris. J Cassidy of Melbourne involved in local matters. W E Canidy noted. Ron Evans visiting Melbourne briefly.
Tell your neighbors what you can do for colds with Yoods and how to use it effectively.
A harsh winter has caused widespread illness in Cobram including colds influenza mumps and measles. Cobram State School attendance remains well below normal and local shops and industries report heavy absenteeism among staff.
Miss Valerie Crute of St. Kilda with her uncle Mr Woods and cousins Ruth and Naomi Woods of Boxhill won the 500 prize in the 3K7 conducted Family Quiz in Australia. Crute’s father and brother Jack live in Cobram with another brother in the Cobram district. All three are proud of the result.
Mr Led L Yelford's plan to remove six dry trees from the north south road to Pine Lodge was approved by the shire council. The usual two pound deposit was deemed insufficient as nine times out of ten applicants forfeited deposits rather than ensure area cleanup. A new scale up to ten pounds based on tree count and area conditions was recommended to incentivize proper site restoration and deposit refunds.
Mr. R. Morris secretary of the Murray Valley Soldier Settlement League left on Monday night to attend the RSL Conference as a special representative of the settlers at the invitation of Mr. Holland. He will bring back first hand information and report to the league at the next meeting.
The Aero Club announces a Monday night meeting for members and interested locals. Debenture funding aims to raise 250 pounds from prominent townspeople to purchase aircraft and cover general expenses. Griffith Aero Club adds archery to its social activities, illustrating broader recreation potential for Cobram Club aims.
At the last shire council meeting letters urged the shire to assume control of Katamatite Recreation Reserve to enable a 1 for 1 government grant for improvements. Cr O Dwyer urged Lands Department takeover to avoid councillor liability, while Dr O Dwyer supported shire help but favored local control by a reserve committee rather than direct shire management. The issue was deferred pending input from Dr Mead and confirmation of possible grant contributions.
Parishioners gather after the Church of England service to welcome Rev and Mrs Chapman. K S O Gregory chairs and praises the rectory status return and parish leadership. Rev Chapman expresses gratitude, congratulates on division of the parish, and thanks attendees for the warm reception. Refreshments follow courtesy of the ladies guild.
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