10 Jun 1926
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1926
Page
1
Fragmentary text mentions Fenn and Bolton and hints at events across Friday and Saturday. Details are unclear but the note implies a weekend activity or schedule with US4 and bok possibly referring to locations or codes.
Amid scattered notes from farm and trade pages, John Langlands & Son distributor and J. H. A. Pigdon of Yarrawonga Cobram districts appear as figures in a broader discussion of crude oil use and diesel engines. The fragmentary text hints at supply, maintenance, and regional trade dynamics.
Invites tenders under the War Service Homes Act 1918 23 for a timber framed dwelling and road works at Cobram and Berri. Bids close 12 noon June 20 1926 at the Mead Office Melbourne with plan inspection at Cobram Branch. Deposits 215 percent. Lowest bid not guaranteed acceptance.
Fragment notes funds available and charges outlined with emphasis on trading table and fees. MentionsEng and setup details unclear. focuses on financial instruments and cost structure referenced by the source.
Mrs Ross and family thank friends for telegrams letters cards and tributes following a sad bereavement. Special thanks to Dr Gerard Kennedy Nurse O Rourke Mrs Parnell and Mrs J G Grant for their kind expressions of sympathy and support.
Local news bulletin reports Berrigan Shire Council meets next Monday. Constable Taylor promoted to Senior Constable. station at Rusell Street. St Joseph's School hosts a fancy dress event on July 14. Monthly morning service at Scot's Church Cobbet text on Sunday. two services at 11 am and evening. Miss Joan Mansfifth to visit Colzaim with a display of ladies attire. Monicoona Hospital benefit event at Cobram Mechanics Hall Friday evening with board members in attendance. Local auction firms plan a sale of 1000 sheep and 250 cattle at Finley on Thursday next, 17th inst. Car usage notes compare annual mileage for daily driving and touring. advice on keeping cars wrapped for longevity. Mary Pickford film Dorothy Vernon to be shown next Saturday at local cinema with Gazette and a comedy. Yarrawooga cycle club clocked seven riders. J Macey won with 3 minutes handicap. Fastest ride by J Levin Cobram in 32 minutes. winner’s time 35 minutes. Unseasonal fog descends early Friday. residents report chilly air and dew. Mrs Daisy Hargreaves, 39, dies after brief illness. funeral at Katamatite cemetery with Rev. Patterson.
Reports suggest the Duke of York will visit Australia next year to open Federal Park at Canberra. Other items note shifts in support for the Rutherglen Saturday holiday, a July horse sale, local prosecutions under by laws, and property purchases in Deniliquin district with irrigation plans linking to Murrumbidgee and Yanko Creek waterways.
The Cobram golf event opened with lively play as teams from Yarrawonga and local clubs competed. Sunshine boosted mood and key results included Threlfall and Mrs Marshall winning the putting trophy. Kennady wheel and other trophies noted. Officials extended welcome to visitors.
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