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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 06, 1940
Page
2
The board emphasizes less tangible qualities such as courage, strength of character, and leadership in air crew candidates. It notes promotion is merit based and outlines sixty two musterings for ground personnel, detailing fitter trades and the shift from mess duties to specialized roles.
The Air Force aims to avoid wasting trained personnel by early efficient use of manpower. It urgently needs skilled cooks wireless operators and other trades, with centres aware of current requirements. The Royal Australian Air Force strives to train as many men as possible quickly, limited by aircraft, equipment, and instructor training. Public understanding and patient applicants are requested.
A dense list of daily and event specific items covering music performances, plays, talks, church services, and broadcasts. Notable entries include Claire Simpson with Young Australia at 4 pm, Neville Cardus Enjoyment of Music at 6 pm, Tales of the Southern Cross play at 5 30 pm, and various church services and BBC talks. The schedule spans multiple days with names like Vance Palmer and Reginald Dixon, and includes Armistice Day observances and war-related programming.
A dense schedule of performances and talks across Melbourne stations on November 14 includes Melbourne Grehesta Stella Power Adelaide Light and Sydney Orchestra with details of times and venues. Descriptions of cricket match patrols and Rosehill references appear alongside fashion talks by Mrs Wykeham for Cup Day at Flemington.
At a Numurkah Society meeting the committee fixed the 1941 Numurkah Show for October 9. Chairman, Mera Lex Adm, and J A Tweddle reported generous donations totaling £95 10s 6d in three hours, with further pledges expected from country residents. The group noted strong public support and discussed plans for a 1942 show.
The text outlines fiscal concerns at a college on wartime year revenue, depreciation of buildings, and capital needs. It mentions estimated sums like £93,000, £16,087, and £20,205 for various accounts, and discusses government support and land improvements as part of a broader plan. The tone reflects a stalled reform effort and uncertain financial prospects.
Fragmentary OCR describes a naval reverse incident with multiple individuals and ships, mentioning submarines, a piano, and various surnames. The text is garbled and names are incomplete, making a clear report unavailable.
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