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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 31, 1939
Page
2
A concise guide suggesting tree and shrub species suited for shaded garden spots. Includes advanced specimens and climate-appropriate choices, with emphasis on ornamental appeal, foliage texture, and manageable size for mid to large beds. Recommends strategic placement for focal points and understory interest.
Robinson, managing director of Ormond Plant Farm Pty. Ltd, announces takeover of the business previously run by D. Jackson. The notice mentions seedless Lisbon and Eure-Av lemons, four year trees up to height, and pricing per lot with offerings on roses seeds and seedlings. Listing includes contact details for North Post Office and Cobram, and references to license and insurance agents.
Guidance on composting plant debris, lime dusting for heavy soils, blanching endive by earth up, and sowing another crop of broad beans with spacing. Recommends light lime and thorough cultivation to improve future harvests.
Garden notes advise sowing Corn Salad and related greens now to boost winter salads. Plant onions and peas in specified spacings, with mid September harvests. Motor section warns engine overheating causes and suggests radiator cleaning, hose flushing, belt check, and proper oil and fuel mix to prevent heat.
The text outlines issues with a suction pump and rotor pins, mentioning possible freezing and wear. It references a difficult proof and a problem area near a college or workshop, with scattered terms like water, gown, and Sues, but details are unclear.
Canberra snow fields attract large crowds with visitors from nearby towns and regional routes. The Murray Valley service plans to expand as albury sydney route sees more riders, offering potential coach tours and holidays to snow areas near Canberra.
A noisy scene unfolds with a mix of famous jockeys and performers amid racing events at a green faced track. The crowd cheered as familiar names and acts appeared, including Sophie Tucker and Judy Gaian daughter, with a mass song by Brown and Freed among the entertainment.
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