12 May 1950
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 12, 1950
Page
1
An Australian reader argues that action against the Communist Party should extend beyond Australia and criticize Russia for undermining democracy. The writer links anti-Communist moves to global tensions and warns that warm sentimentality could lead to another war, urging a hard, pragmatic stance.
Three members of the Commonwealth Dried Fruits Control Board will visit England in August to negotiate 1951 prices for Australian currants sultanas and lexins with the British Ministry of Food. They aim to lift the 1949 and 1950 fixed prices and discuss terms for 1951.
Floodwaters subsided in East Gippsland with only light showers in Cann River and Orbost. Snowy River returned to normal levels reducing imminent danger, while a mention reports a humorous limerick about Cloncurry and resilience after illness.
Barooga traveled to Tocumwal and overwhelmed the hometowners 15 goals 12 behinds to 1-9 in a sunny match. Veteran Hughie Quirk led Barooga with strong marking and kicking while Widge Nye added three goals and Dave Woorts booted three as Barooga extended their winning run under coach Clive Smith.
The Cobram Club reports results from its championships. Winners include G Edgar defeating J Fowles 6 1 6 2 in the final, with Reg Woods and J Fowles reaching the semi finals. Ladies events show Mrs Steward defeating Mrs Dudley 9 7 and Mrs Day beating Mrs Steward 9 4 in finals.
A reader criticizes three political parties for similar housing and soldier settlement aims and pledges support to local farmer George Moss, praising his attentiveness and noting uncertainty about two other Murray Valley candidates. The writer, titled A HOMELESS SOLDIER, emphasizes past opportunities to improve housing and soldier settlement and expresses distrust of other contenders.
Neil Stewart urges Murray Valley voters to reelect the Cain Labor Government for three more years. He argues Labor is more capable than the Liberal Party led by Hollway and hopes to help secure an absolute majority in the Legislative Assembly. He promises to represent all community sections if elected.
A letter to E T Kendell MLA confirms the NSW Lands Minister approved £20 as an advance to Barooga Recreation Reserve trustees for improvement work. Trustees must account for spending by December 31, 1950 or seek an extension and submit a expenditure statement.
The Katamatite Gon Club opened on Saturday May 6 despite morning rain delaying play. Members from Dookie College Tungamah and Muckatah competed in mixed events, with Mr and Mrs Howie of Dookie College among winners and numerous couples tallying scores across several divisions.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Whorouly land A1 priced at £59 per acre with scattered phrases about land, wheat, and a hammer like event. The readable items are unclear and names or dates are not fully legible.
An event at the Cobram Club wraps up this Sunday with ongoing contests and community participation. Organizers remind members to attend and enjoy the final rounds.
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