12 Sep 1935
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Newspaper
Cobram Courier
Location
Cobram, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 12, 1935
Page
1
An unreadable OCR fragment references a town meeting or public inquiry with scattered mentions of dates, weeks, vetoes, and a loan. It hints at local governance topics and potential discussions about a project or finance, but the legible text is insufficient to identify names, places, or outcomes.
A brief listing shows a Sept 14 football semi final, Sept 18 Watroweyah Hospital ball, Sept 19 Barooga F C presentation, and a Sept 24 Church of England fete. These items highlight local sports and social gatherings with dates in September.
Local and general news cover unsigned submissions, Barooga F C presentation ball on September 19, and a horse collision near the foundry. Coles Pty Ltd reports annual profit of £131,434 with a 6 percent dividend. Community meetings back a Saturday half-holiday and tax proposals. Cobram Fire Brigade ball draws eighty couples with lively dancing and decor.
The Flower Show and Fete by Scots' Church Ladies Guild in Cobram drew strong crowds on Saturday with raffles stalls and competitions. Winners included Mrs G Colton Mrs Stillard in prizes across plants baking and needlework with Miss Spence as judge. Net proceeds reached £118 9s 7d amid lively evening entertainment at the Mechanics Institute.
Mrs C Dunn of Baronga injured her right arm after a fall. Mr H Suffield had an accident last week. The Royal Snow Week feature is the Angust Farmers Field Day at the State Research Vers in Werribee. The event is set for Friday afternoon September 27 with Minister Hogan inviting all interested to attend.
The Cobram Agricultural Society held a Friday committee meeting at the Mechanics Institute with President Mr P McCormack in the chair. Correspondence included judges awards and insurance notices. a show prize donation was accepted as funds. Plans covered a special train by Shepparton, a cheap excursion, a Show Night dance with Yasoni’s orchestra, and uniform admission fees. A long list of stewards was appointed across divisions including Dairy, Sheep, Produce, Wool, Poultry, Fruits, Needle and Fancy Work, and Paintings, with personnel named for each section.
In his opening address at the 12th synod of Wangaratta diocese Bishop Hart urged churches to rely on direct giving rather than organizing entertainments to support the church. He warned against excessive buying of support and stressed clergy should delegate tasks to laypeople to inspire wider participation.
Lonergan invites inspection of the Healing Cycle, acting as local agent for the effort and welcoming curious observers to review the program’s details.
The second semi final between Numykab and Tecumpal will be held at Pintey. Sturdey will see Nomurkeh defeated twice this season, but Littercan is expected to mount a strong challenge. The match should be a great game.
A tense Murrey Lea semi final in Newarkeh saw Berrigan edge Finley in a high fatigue clash. Finley rallied after early leads but Berrigan's stamina and swift attacks, led by Cockayne and Reynoldson, carried them to a narrow victory with late charges and several singles.
The Cobram and Berrigan teams battled Sunday at Berrigan with a delayed start after an umpire dispute. J Coulter initially appointed refused to officiate, W Howell stood in, then Coulter appeared to umpire as play began amid heavy clashes. Berrigan suffered most with injuries, while Cobram’s senior experience kept scores close in a hard fought contest.
Mr Muir on behalf of Albury Chamber of Commerce presents ten representations supporting hatcheries for Marratwon. The Minister emphasizes cod propagation but tight economy limits progress in NSW. The Enhnce Progress and Ratepayers Association advocates hatchery establishment amid ongoing fisheries policy discussions.
Sidelights recount a Buffalo L youth outing described as warm and convivial with humor and camaraderie. The piece outlines travel mishaps and lively banter during the trip including humorous misadventures at stops and a chaotic arrival with beards, beverages, and playful antics.
A fragment explains stock sales and delivery delays at Namurkah with prices around W250 and references to inspections. It mentions Messrs J MeN Nouruskatt and Wanters Lelie and notes exposure and dates including 14/4 and 2Tf with questions about agent inspection.
A sale conducted Wednesday by Campbell & Co realized several estate parcels. Buyers competed for properties including 30 acres and other plots, with prices aligning to case values and stock-related items. The sale referenced multiple lots, specific buyers, and a note on stock and livestock attached to the auction.
Fragmentary OCR text records racing related terms, dates, and figures with many garbled phrases. Mentions include a September date, a race, steeplechase, cup, and various personal names and places, but specifics are unreadable.
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