Methodist Church Cobram Sunday Service Notice
Death notice for Thomas Arthur Wood dated June 20 1951 notes he was father of Jean Mrs Ken Markey and father in law of Ken with "Farbie" also named Beth Francis and Janet. Community thanks expressed by the Colombini family for letters cards floral tributes and sympathy after the bereavement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Arthur
Jean
Ken Markey
Ken
Farbie
Beth
Francis
Janet
Jim Colombini
Cobram Hospital Receives 320 Pounds From Radio Appeal
The SSR sutuo appeal raised 320 for Cobram Hospital, 50 more than the previous drive. President Mr JW Gemmell urged funding to meet rising costs and essential equipment needs. Three Cobram women Dorothy Janetz Wilma Ackland Eva Shier handled donor calls from 8:45 am to 6:30 pm. A donors list will follow in a future Courier issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SSR Sutuo
Cobram
JW. Gemmell
Dorothy Janetz
Wilma Ackland
Eva Shier
Courier
Help the Scouts Cobram Hall Fund Appeal
Cobram residents are urged to back the 1st Cobram Scout and Cub Group hall project. A salvage collection and donations at O Weatherill's Cobram blacksmith shop aim to raise funds for bricks and roof, with a July 6 collection day and Saturday rush to speed completion for local scouts and future generations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cobram
Nard
O. Weatherill
J. R
Cobram Group
Arrangement For Wheat Pool Payment Approved
The Minister for Commerce and Agriculture Mr McEwen announced approval of a new arrangement for wheat pool payments. The Australian Wheat Board may directly arrange payments to growers from funds in different pools with ministerial concurrence. Cabinet approval is still required for overdraft guarantees as before.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commerce and Agriculture
Mr. McEwen
Australian Wheat Board
McEwen
Death of Mr Vincent O Connor at Melbourne
Melbourne reports the death of Mr Vincent O Connor last, a Cobram man brother to Mr Jack O Connor. An accompanying widow and son mourn his loss. the notice notes Cobram connections and a Wednesday date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Vincent O'Connor
Jack O'Connor
Cobram
Jamas
Wedding Bells for Elva McKenzie and Ivan Fahey at Scots Church
On a June Saturday at Scots Church Cobram Elva Rose Mary McKenzie of Cobram married Ivan Kingsley Fahey of Tocumwal NSW. The ceremony was officiated by Rev Dunkley with reception and dancing followed by a buffet breakfast. The couple plan to reside in Tocumwal NSW.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scots Church
Cobrami
Elva Rosemary McKenzie
Cobram
Ivan Kingsley Fahey
Tocumwal
Nsw
Ladies’ Guild
Dunkley
Ron McKenzie
Dorothy An
Trene Stewart
Dorothy Stewart
Norm Brown
Ars
Evenine
Ercom
Plana
Sydney
Mrs. Fahey
Paper shortage hits town businesses and bakers
The brief notes a paper supply shortage affecting butchers bakers greengrocers and other shops beyond printers It warns of a return to bringing own wrapping and the possibility that bread deliveries may stop in some areas with customers needing to supply wrappers.
Best Use of Trees for Farm Improvement Contest Opens
Closing date for the Best Use of Trees for Farm Improvement is June 30, 1951. The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria donates 100 pounds for a State Championship, with 60 pounds regional prizes across 13 Victorian regions, totaling 850 pounds. Judging rewards native trees on the property and planted trees, with a special section for newly planted farms to aid soldier settlers and new landowners. Details are available from the Save the Forests campaign at 422 Collins Street, Melbourne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria
Save the Forests
Paign
Collins Street
Melbourne
Power Saving On Dairy Farms
The Hon. G. C. Moss, Minister for Agriculture, cites difficulties in achieving the 12 percent reduction in power use for dairy farms. He notes variations by year and season and says assessments with the Electrical Undertakings chief may adjust targets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. C. Moss
Dodgshun
Dairas
Cyclists Tackle Rain In 20 Mile Handicap Race
In heavy rain officials canceled women and junior events as the senior cycling club rode 20 miles. G Stewart and J Stewart led the field with Zeromski fastest at the turn. Bob Shadforth claimed fastest overall time of 59 minutes despite a wheel damage incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stewart Brothers
Frank Zeromski
Tom Markey
Bob Shadforth
Stewarts
Jack
George
Bob Stedforth
M. Boag
T. Markey
A. Dewan
K. Hicks
P. Munyard
F. Zeromski
Stewart
G. Stewart
D. Rowe
A. Jones
C. Cornish
F. Goodman
T. Sumner
N. West
H. Rooks
J. Haw
A. Joscht
P. Doyle
L. Spiller
K. Morgan
Gladys Downie
Lorraine Downie
Maisie Books
Marlene Johnson
Valda Milstead
Vera Jones
Noelene Day
Australia lifts butter import duty for 38 lb blocks
Canberra announced last week that New Zealand butter will be admitted duty free to Australia until August 209 to ease shortages. Prime Minister Menzies and APPU produce secretary Hammond cited warnings from 18 months ago about a rift in dairying and falling production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Zealand
Australia
Canberra
Menzies
C. H. Hammond
APPU
Dairy Produce Row
G. C. Howey
London Stage Success for Cobram The Miser at Mechanics Institute
The Miser, Moliere’s comedy in a modern idiom, enjoyed London success and comes to Cobram staged by Irene Mitchell for Everyman Theatre. The cast, led by Miles Malleson adaptation, showcases strong character parts with entertainment value. Seats can be reserved at the newsagent's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moliere
Miles Mallesot
Old Vic
London
Everyman Theatre
CAE
Irene Mitchell
Little Theatre
South Yarra
British Council
Mechanics Institute
Newsigent’s
Cobram— S
Vielupia
Pyesny Company
Oldeuson
Ludt
Collins
Keil
Miles
Piney 7
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Melba
Eauford
Naughton Wayne
Susan Shaw
Marston Hall
Marie Windsor
Morocco
Elu Lewin
Indian Scout
Ray Collins
Milton Berle
Nye
Tay Ruth Roman
Bert Lahr
Test Office
Worry NG Warren Douglas
Fey Gererd
T. P. O'Reilly
Chemist
Punt Rd
Jenn & Bolton
Opticians
Wiotne
Cobram Hotel
Bours
Pngitty
Exausinoliva
Dennys, Lascelles
Wool Brokers, Stock and Land Agents
Cashman & Wilson
Church of England
St. Margaret's Cobram
C. G. Burgess
Methodist Church
Rev
A. Allinson
Cobram Hospital
Fahey—McKenzie
N.Z
V. W. Jones
Anderson’s
State Electricity Commission of Victoria
Electrical Contractors Licensing Committee
N.S.W
Ten
Arch Gillespie
Punt Road
P. T. Dawes
Cio
J. G. Crosby
Cobram 199
Transport
R. Alderton
Weider
Tey rAd Maia
Afb
Au Vo Yates Intel
Aly
Goldsbroach Te, Co. Viel
Stor Aki
TSE
Cowra
Rene
Tod Wes Cobra
F. W. Smith
C/o
A. J. McGauchie
Main Street
DEWAN
Super Elliott
Cycles Choice of Champions Everywhere
Dewan's
Next Cobram Hotel
Agricultural Services
International Harvesters
Magrath Trailers
Caltex Omls
Harrison Sil
Ulating
Lity Tigers
Turkey
Poulthy Sas
Uist
Ab Austral Estates Co
Cobray Sales
J. L. Vigar
Mauest Prue
P.O
Alitary Station Street
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