08 May 1930
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 08, 1930
Page
1
THUBSDAT MAY 8 19. Date and place appear in this fragment with uncertain spelling. The note references a 1888 era Cobram Courier review and a Taraasay Mountaon location.
Local notes report postponement of the Strathmerton Cricket Club dance due to a hall booking. A cyanide poisoning incident is investigated in Cochran, with police involvement. Football matches, auctions, and a vigilante committee update fill the week, alongside cafe openings and derby-style competitions at Cobram and surrounding towns.
The district reports the deaths of William Loot at 60 after a lingering illness, William Shears at 56 in a car accident near McClure’s corner, and Mrs Jessie Carter in Katanga after heart disease. Loot and Shears were mourned by large local gatherings. interments were at Katamatite and Numurkah cemeteries respectively. Mrs Carter rests in Nomurkah Cemetery with family condolences extended.
Prolonged preparations aim to make the Grand Catholic Ball in Cobram a standout event by Melbourne Orchestra led by Roy Chandler. A six-piece ensemble with a 200-title repertoire, strong local reputation, and careful planning for floor, catering, decorations, and lighting. Also notes Benalla Shire Council meeting brief on a large bank overdraft.
Cobram Methodist Church welcomed Rev C F Gribble with a service marking the newly formed Cobram Strathmerton and Kanama circuit. Leaders spoke of courage, responsibility, and unity as the church embarks on its first season, with praise numbers and readings highlighting the festive gathering.
Cobram Troop held its weekly meeting at Mechanics Hall with Wadeson as chair. Officers elected include A R Wadeson as president, T Harris and D Jackson as vice presidents, J G Grant as hon sec and treasurer. Fox Patrol champion. Tennis results noted from the recent championship.
The Sydney Royal Show highlights many high quality Clydesdale exhibits, signaling breeder confidence amid scarce suitable draught stock in Australia especially Western Australia. Dry conditions and breeding restrictions reduce supply, though breeders of well conformed animals can sell surplus at good prices. Progress hinges on mating top mares with desirable sires, amid limited stallion availability and costly services.
Youth revel in Spring's promise as April and May bloom approach. The March issue features sketches and short studies including The Lepellin by Jameson and What of Our India Em by Lionel North. Prominent pieces are The Gift of Run by Mary Bradford Whiting and Alchemy, A Fruitful Failure by R Cecil Owen alongside world problems of the future.
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Council notes deputation to Minister of Railways on May 13 and approval for railway land use at St James. Reports include level crossing closure near Katamatite, freight truck charges, local rate arrears, roads and footpaths upgrades, rubbish tip fencing, school footpath issues, and annual conference dates for North-Eastern Councils Association.
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