25 Oct 1939
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1939
Page
1
The piece explains how CUT-Fit style and modern effects come from skilled cutting and identical cloth. Two suits with the same fabric can look different due to cutting, and buyers should trust a thorough cutter to deliver value.
Militia privates P Stratos T Stillard J Buncle R Coldwell C Gilmour and RB Wilton on weekend leave from Seymour Militia Camp report satisfactory conditions and praise Cobram residents for generous edibles and comforts provided during the stay.
The Melbourne Sun reports about 250 men will lose employment in channel construction for the Murray Valley Irrigation scheme from Yarrawonga Wer due to delays after the State Rivers and Water Supply Commission asked for two more draftmen. Some were on sustenance and many will not be reemployed soon. The Commission aims to finish the irrigation, domestic and stock supply project quickly to recover costs. Residents of Strathmerton Katanga district and Cobram are most affected as progress slows.
The closing date for wheat growers relief bounty claims is fixed as November 10, 1930. Claims for wheat delivered between October 8, 1638 and October 1936 must reach the wheat receiver and the Committee offices by November 10, 1939. Late claims are ineligible and buyers certificates must show actual purchase dates.
The oldest resident and oaiest settler of Barooga, Mr William Russell, died at Mooroopna Hospital on Saturday aged 60. He arrived in 1879 as Barooga Station worker, led timber clearing crews, may have grown Riverina’s first wheat, and supervised Barooga irrigation channels. Remains interred at Barooga Cemetery with burial service led by Canon Williamson.
The Prime Minister urged state governments to co operate with the Commonwealth in Armistice Day observance. A two minute silence from 11am was suggested, with an official ceremony at Parliament House Canberra. The War Cabinet backed November 11 commemorations, noting no general UK celebrations but allowing local observances if desired by communities.
Mr M Stillard underwent an operation at Lisieux Hospital for appendicitis last week. Senator Mr J Grant visited Cobram and remained in good health. Mick Coxon won a trophy from Berrigan Football Club for the season’s most useful player. Farmer Mr Harry Wagg of Tarramia Tulwala suffered a fractured thigh after a kicking incident and was admitted to Jorowa Hospital. Rev A Crookes Hall accepted an invitation to lead the Portland Methodist circuit in 1940. An Albury Eisteddfod participant, a local vocalist, earned first class honors and other placings. The late gentleman, aged 92, is survived by three daughters and two sons. A boy named Lalaly broke his leg when a horse swerved, injuring his leg against a gate post.
Annual meeting of the Beomancoming Bush Fire Brigade heard criticism from chairman B A Collie as landowners showed little interest in the brigade. The balance sheet showed a credit of £4 16s 8d and discussion covered levy collection, tank allocations, and co operation with nearby brigades. Five local men enlisted in the Second ALF, four already in the Militia camp at Seymour.
Sixty five applications were lodged for Barooga closer settlement in the Becriquia Irrigation district with 15 blocks available from 483 to 700 acres. The Corowa Land Board met at Corona and upheld an initial decision to disallow late applicants. Rejected entrants were notified and the Board planned further hearings at Gorows to determine eligibility for possible inclusion in the ballot.
Heavy Sunday downpour equals the eight hour record, with 322 points of rain and flooded footpaths. Town drainage works halted as eastern and western areas flood. culvert adequacy under review and crops damaged, farmers hopeful for harvest aided by crop lifters.
Presbyterian Sunday School pupils staged a lively program at the Mechanics Institute with numbers such as Song and Dance by senior girls, Little Boy Blue and Little Bo Peep recitations, a minuet, humorous verse, a miniature solo, a folk song and a Dutch costumed finale. Rev Wyatt performed confidently and children dressed in bright hues shaded a colorful pageant.
A fragmentary item notes Mickey Rooney and Spencer Tracy lead a publicity push for a Roone y film likely tied to Captain Courageous and other projects. Mentions include Rooney leaving to seek acclaim and multiple titles referenced in a chaotic list of early 20th century film chatter.
A garbled cricket like report lists players such as Farrell J, Taylor, Daly, and Tyres with scores and dismissals. It notes innings totals, bowler figures, and multiple run outs amid a chaotic tally from Tocumwal and opponents.
Cobram B defeated Barooga with strong batting led by Fowles 44 and Myuune’s three tosses while Goodwin Upsdell and Ware shared top bowling honors. Multiple players including Allen McFarlane Waray McGuire Wyatt and Jordan contributed, with Upschel d Upace and Gotuct among others noted for fielding and dismissals.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.