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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 27, 1940
Page
2
Fragments indicate a sports snippet with team names and a possible score but the readable text is insufficient to determine exact teams, dates, or outcomes. The readable entities include references to groups or venues but lack coherent structure for a precise summary.
The witness Bud did not clearly identify marks and the defense argues absence of clear evidence. The defendant’s guilt is contested and the judge notes the explanation may be considered to persuade belief. If air time and police intake are misinterpreted, preemption could arise and the case may be dismissed.
The Numurkah Leader reports a campaign by the Shop Assistants Union to secure a Saturday half holiday and halt Friday night trading. Premier Dunstan plans a full overhaul with Chamber of Manufactures and Trades Hall Council, noting Cabinet sensitivities and a parliamentary majority in favor.
The Premier announces a committee to review Shops and Factories Act to remove anomalies and modernize rules. Representatives of two labor bodies will govern the inquiry, with input from country towns and commerce groups to expand Saturday half holiday access and reduce friction for business districts.
The Stock Inspector reported two unexplained cattle deaths linked to weed killer exposure. The notice urges prior warning before poisoning operations and lists arsenical poisoning symptoms including prostration, staggering, and rapid breathing.
The article notes the debated idea of adding a stock bridge to the Marcawonga Weir construction. It states many claimants supported feasibility and advisability, while others questioned it. The piece emphasizes ongoing discussion on the project’s practicality.
Britain must harden defence while pressing offensive aims to defeat Germany. Prime Minister Churchill explains munitions lag is wartime timing not neglect, with imports essential and exports raised to fund the effort. Key materials and new markets are needed as European trade wanes and global routes expand amid war.
Messrs John McNamara & Co faced crossing numerous NSW consignments for Friday Special Sale. RW Johnson of Boomanoomana Station led the first crossing with 2000 one year old crossbred ewes under drovers Shields and Cook, including the season’s record price line of £1 6s at the next day sale. Boomanoomana Station valued as forerunner of many sheep passing the new route in coming years. Drovers praised the method as the first mob crossed Tuesday, with Shewan Flats at Mulwala. Pad to be open 8 am to 5 pm.
The Minister for Transport Mr Ronis Chase stated that Britain expanded shipbuilding and port capacity to sustain exports and import millions of tons of goods. He noted a surge in shipping to American markets and firm support for the wartime economy.
The Couram Green Bowls Club opened for the 1940 41 season with President T McParlane extending a welcome to all, noting wartime closure of a league pennant while promising club practice and social bowls. Mrs McFarlane and Mr McParlane first bowled to inaugurate the season amid applause.
A chaotic Sunday on the Musey River ends with a stampede as anglers scramble to leave. The incident involves bicycles and gear amid a murky report of suspects and seized tackle, while authorities note the river was closed to fishing.
Joe E Brown stars in Flirting with Fate produced by Loew. Beverly Roberts stars opposite Brown with Wynne Gibson and Charles Judels among the cast. The comedy follows Brown and his troupe stranded in a South American capital as insurance schemes and misadventures loom, aiming for a year of boxing circuit fame.
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