Parishioners travel and holiday notices across Melbourne visits
The Rev Dr and Mrs Dunkley return weekend after attending a General Assembly in Melbourne. Terry Horgan and Michael Cussen holiday with Dr and Mrs Kennedy. Margaret Cassidy visits Melbourne schools then holidays with the Cassidys. Mrs Power and Miss Four eur holiday with Mr and Mrs Shinnick in Adelaide. Frank Bourke to spend weekend at Warracknabeal home. Guests at J Jones include Mr Higgins Mossvale, Mr and Mrs Lynch and family Northcote, Miss Higgins, Mr and Mrs Skehan, Mrs McLean Wangaratta, Miss Montecrief Melbourne. Ian Brer returns from Melbourne holidays. Dick Smith returns from Culcairn and Melbourne. Mesdames Howells and Mills back home after a four nights Melbourne holiday at Carlyon’s Hotel.
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R. A. Dunkley
Melbourne
Dunkley
The
Presbyterian Church of Victoria
Terry Horgan
Michael Cussen
G. J. Kennedy
Margaret Cassidy
W. Cassidy
F. Power
O. Foureur
Adelaide
M Power
T. Shinnick
Frank Bourke
Warracknabeal
J. Jones
Higgins
Mossvale
Lynch
Northcote
G. Skehan
McLean
Wangaratta
Strathmerton Opens Season With Mixed Foursomes Play
Strathmerton Golf Club hosts opening day Sunday with mixed foursomes and men's Figles handicap events. Cobram club notes say season draw will be posted in Mr Gedye's Window after tonight’s committee meeting when the programme will be drawn up. Competition play will commence on Sunday May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strathmerton Golf Club
Cobram Club
Gedye
Advance Assurance of Prices Required by Dairymen
Mr E G Roberts president of Victorian Dairy Farmers Association comments on the May subsidy noting producers welcome the Milk Board announcement of a 5d per gallon subsidy to continue month to month. He says favorable weather has boosted milk supply but shortages will recur in mid winter unless producers receive advance price assurances to enable planning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. G. Roberts
Victorian Dairy Farmers’ Association
Milk Board
Cod Landed At Cobram After Large Murray River Catch
On Tuesday last Mr. J. Neale of Cobram landed a Murray Cod from the Murray River about three miles from Cobram. The fish measured 55 inches in length and 43 inches in girth and contained a three-pound cod inside. The catch was said to require a four pound Yellowbelly bait and was landed with little struggle.
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J. Neale
Cobram
Murray River
Cobrawongag
Country Fire Authority Revisions After 1947-48 Bush Fire Season
The Country Fire Authority notes a above normal bush fire risk early in the season due to soaking winter and spring rains. A survey reports relatively low bush fire losses and record low stock losses, reflecting public warnings and prudent behavior by the community amid high hazards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Country Fire Authority
Cobram CWA Celebrates Fourteenth Branch Birthday
More than 100 ladies from Cobram and nearby towns gathered at the Mechanics hall for the Cobram Branch CWA fourteenth birthday. The event featured musical items, a bridal party entry, poems, speeches, and a birthday cake cut by Mrs. Jordan, with afternoon tea to follow.
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Tocumwal
Strathmerton
Numurkah
Nathalia
Katamatite
Cobram
C.W.A
Mechanics’ Hall
God Save the King
Evans
Marlene Johnson
Beth Marker
Lorna
Valma Buzza
Parson
Shirley Johnson
Lynette Dunn
Alan Weatherill
Youlden
Higgs
Jordan
John Dunn
Tocumwal Hospital Receives £3000 Estate Grant
The Tocumwal Community Hospital committee reports advice from the late William Lang estate trustees that £3000 has been granted to the hospital. The gift will fund building alterations and equipment upgrades, enabling completion of the planned project.
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Tocumwal Community Hospital
Wm, Lang
Mothers' Club Wireless Appeal Progress Update
The State School Mothers' Club Wireless Appeal shows a current total of £27 17s 6d. The effort continues to raise funds for the school’s wireless needs, with members urging community support and noting ongoing collection efforts.
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Mothers' Club
Wireless
Barrington Family Moves From Cobram After 23 Years
Barringtons A A and Mrs and their son Arthur will move to a 100 acre farm near Tatura under Barrington and son. Mr A A Barrington senior's health has improved after months of poor condition. They came from Kialla in 1929 and he managed the Numurkah Butter Factory Cobram Cream Depot for 15 years.
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Cobram
A. A. Barrington
Arthur
Tatura
Barrington
Tocumwal Awarded Simpson Shield After Ground Dispute
Tocumwal Cricket Club learns the Victorian Cricket Association awarded Tocumwal the Simpson Shield final in Cobram Numurkah association. The last day could not be completed due to ground-venue disagreement with Kaarimba, mirroring a Scott Cup final forfeiture by Numurkah Whites against Cobram.
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Tocumwal Cricket Club
Victorian Cricket Association
Tocumwal
Cobram-Numurkah Association
Kaarimba
Numurkah Whites
Cobram
Tenders Called For Cobram Consolidated School
Tenders for the Cobram Consolidated School were advertised in the Government Gazette of May 12. The work covers the erection of a Junior Wing and particulars are from the Public Works office at Benalla. Tenders must be lodged with the final deposit of 2 percent.
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Cobram Consolidated School
Benalla
Coupon reset for women cotton rayon frocks ends April 30
The Director of Rationing announces the temporary reduction in coupon rating for Women's cotton rayon and silk frocks expires April 30. From May 1 the rating returns from five to eight coupons. The reduction was offered due to an unseasonable summer and surplus stock in some states.
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J. B. Cumming
Wedding at St Josephs Church WI Marks Mary Jean Orr Nuptials
A large attendance gathered at St Josephs Catholic Church in Wi on Easter Saturday March 27 for the marriage of Mary Jean Russell of Nootes and formerly of e e to Jackson eldest son of Mr and Mrs F Orr Laceby Road Wangaratts. Rev Father Hines officiated as bride wore an ivory gown with tulle yoke long sleeves and a scalloped train. She carried white dahlias and pale pink gladioli. Matron of honor was Mrs Whelan in white silk net over taffeta. Groom’s party included Mr Desmond who rode well. Guests included the bride’s mother in lava green suit and groom’s mother Mrs Orr in navy. The couple were congratulated at a reception with attendees from Victoria.
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St. Joseph's Catholic Church
Mary Jean
S. Russell
Nootes
Jackson
F. Orr
Laceby Road
Wangaratts
Father Hines
Louse
Wathers Younges Bride Aids East Preston Ceremony
In Fitzroy Methodist Mission East Preston a wedding celebrated for 14 Gregory Grove. Rev M A Thomson officiated. Bride wore embroidered veil with large bells, orange blossom halo, tuber roses and gardenias. Sister Loria Young bridesmaid in powder blue rayon crepe. Best man was Merry Young. Ivan Kilvert played Jude's Consecration. Reception for mothers and guests followed in the Sunday School hall with telegrams from Australasia, New Zealand and Japan reaching 40.
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Wathers-Youngees
Gregory Grove
East Preston
Fitzroy
M. A. Thomson
Regent
Loria Young
Wilmat Ray
Merry Young
Ivan Kilvert
Queensland
Jude
West Australia
New Zealand
Japan
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Ace Carson
Zachary Scott
Mildred Pierce
Arto! E
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Arthur Lake
Larry, Simms
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Hester Morris
Anne Duncan
Jeff Domvel
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LE Charme
June Travers
Miss Travers Inis
RADIO
J. Sumner
Tecnico Radio
Market Street Cobram
Buzza’s
R, Bannon
Church OF England
St. George's
Italy
St. Margaret's
L. G. B. Rose
Russell-Brooks
Eileen Joyce
W. Russell
Barooga
Patrick Francis
Leo Brooks
Boomanvcomana
Australia
Cod
Ountry
Tocumwal Hospital
Barrington Family
Orr-Russell
Bona
Soldier Settlement Acts
Soldier Settlement
Murray Vali
Cobras
Holdenson & Nielson Fresh Food Pty. Ltd
N. A. Needham
B.v.sc
Numurkah 11
Bob Sandow
Shell Depot
Punt Road
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Coles and Garrard
Grand Central Hotel
K. R. Lyons
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Newmarket
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