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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 08, 1941
Page
2
Fragmented notes describe flowering trees with prices 2/8 and 3/0 and discuss planting timing, ground preparation, light needs, and space. The text mentions practices for fruiting varieties, irrigation cues, and general garden care guidance with several garbled terms.
A newspaper report discusses a claim that nearly all immorality would decline if drink were controlled, citing Mrs Evans and NSW Government statistics. The statistician notes 1939 figures show about 25 percent births in the first months of marriage, with prior years lower, and discusses wine and spirit trends. The piece also notes new garage air charges and battery service fees approved for October 1st, with emergency-hour surcharges possible.
Article discusses petrol quality concerns and engineering notes from a government advisory on petrol engines. It explains knocking when ignition is advanced and how retarding ignition or using benzene blends can reduce knock, improving efficiency and engine longevity.
The article notes British clockmakers increasing exports of alarm clocks to Canada, Australia, India, South America and beyond. Demand rises as Britain grows markets while maintaining quality, with models suited for hot climates and sturdy mountings. India, Canada and Australia are major buyers, along with leather cases for portable clocks. Harrison and Tompion are cited as historic influences in clock craftsmanship.
A Transport Ministry meeting in Melbourne led by Mr Hyland discussed securing petrol for wheat carting. Attendees from state bodies urged efficient fuel for truck and contract carting, with WWOGA details to estimate yield and fleet. The Fuel Board asked wheat carters to report pneumatic tire equipped tractors and tractor owners willing to pull trailers.
The Radiator notes hopes by Senator McLeay for easing petrol restrictions early in 1942 but warns repeated qualifying statements leave motorists uncertain. A Melbourne paragraph cites a Hull Casey conference affecting materials for Russia and hints at possible reductions in petrol supplies, complicating any ration increase.
Bad skids often come from unequal brake adjustment. On dry roads pull up suddenly once to test and check tyres. if they score the road, have the brakes attended to at once. Neglect can cause the worst skid as the car shoots out of control.
The column discusses public concern over wartime recruitment and exemptions. It notes citizen weariness, questions about who should serve, and government spending on propaganda and security measures. Anecdotes describe mask drills and transport costs, signaling broad calls for clearer policy and fairness.
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