05 Jun 1952
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1952
Page
1
Cobram services listed for June 6 and 8 1952 with pastors and times. In memoriam notices honor A W McLeod 1947 Heidelberg Hospital and grandson Peter Francis 1950 with loving-family inscriptions.
The sanctuary lamp, a perpetual light gifted by Mr G. Le Amson, was dedicated by Rev. Burgess. The rector linked Whitsunday to divine presence and urged members of the Spirit-filled church to be lights to the world, purging their lives and showing warmth and truth. Gifts for God’s house were praised as lasting memorials beyond tombstones.
Community leaders urge establishment of a youth club to provide constructive leisure and reduce vandalism at Mechanics Hall. Local volunteers offer guidance, two halls exist but funds are lacking while cycle club model shows benefits and state grants could support a National Fitness or Youth Club initiative.
In heavy rain at Cobram Oval the Cobram Tigers battled top team Berrigan with both teams shelled by wet conditions. Cobram led late in the third but failed to seal victory as the weather and stubborn defense kept the scores tight.
Berrigan leads 2-4 to 2 points as Cobram battles back with singles and pressure. Second quarter sees Cobram’s stronger play with Koopman’s long shot for Cobram’s first score of the period amid drizzling rain and fumbles, while Berrigan fights to keep the game within reach.
In a see-saw final, Geof Smith starred for the Tigers as Cobram pressed to steal a late win. Jackson set up Koopman who was fouled before kicking, while Berrigan added three singles in the quarter. Final score reflects a one goal margin with Davies, Koopman, Col, and Wright among the goal scorers.
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