Rainfall Averages For District From 1838 to 1928
The record shows average district rainfall of 16.54 inches for 1838 through 1928. For the wheat growing period May to October, the equivalent average is 1001 inches over the same years.
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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 10, 1929
Page
3
Fragmented OCR Summary of Local Item
Readable fragments describe a local event with people and places. Names appear inconsistently. The piece hints at a note or notice but lacks complete details or clear outcomes.
Water Trust discusses Waughau water supply issues
The Water Trust welcomed new Commissioner Thornton and heard reports on water supply for Waughau and the failed effort to deliver water into the Wunghnu and Wanghau Creek systems. Commissioners faulted channel capacity and past handling, noting no water reached Wanghau and questioning charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Com
F. Thornton
Com. Thornton
Com. Christie
L. Kruth
Dudley
Waughau
Com. Gordon
Lincoln
Com. Dudley
Tungamah
Numurkah
Com. Hooper
Com. MacKenzie
Com. O'Hanlon
Coms
Hooper
Gordon
Commission
Shepparton
Harvey
Ferguson
Goulburn
Wanghnu
Shaw
Wanghau
Com. Ball
Com. Meiklejohn
Wanghau Creek
Promises Fulfilled by Bruce-Page Government
Political notes praise the Bruce-Page government for rapid policy gains after last year’s election. Items cited include Financial Agreement validation, sinking funds to wipe public debt, Tariff Board Act, Economic Research Bureau, Arbitration Court roles, and Soldiers' Pensions. The piece notes North Australia development talks, the north south railway opening plans, and a May Premiers conference on transport social health and electric power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce-Page
Country Party
Commonwealth
Tariff Board Act
Economic Research Bureau
Tariff Board
Arbitration Court
Australia
Soldiers’ Pensions Appeal
Legislaion
Home Affairs
Mr Abbott
North Australia
Labor
Queensland
Woman Who Entertains Well
An article extols the refined hostess who brings cheer to homes and social circles. It notes advertisements guide such women to stay stylish and economical, shaping trends and practices for a wide readership.
Plaid Jumper Suit by Jean Arthur in Sins of the Fathers
Jean Arthur wears a plaid jumper suit in Sins of the Fathers. The garment uses bright plaid kasha cloth in red and two greens, cut straight for a slender line, with a front double-pleated skirt to widen the walking hem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Arthur
Evening Creation Worn by Ruth Chatterton in The Doctors Secret
Ruth Chatterton models an all talking film evening gown with a long straight white chiffon bodice embroidered with crystals for a shimmering effect. An emerald and diamond buckle clasps the belt and repeats in the throat clasp. Chiffon scarfs pass from the throat to join the train. Jewels reappear in the white satin pump buckles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Chatterton
Satin Lace And Chiffon Dress On Mary Brian In Man I Love
Mary Brian wears satin, lace, and chiffon in The Man I Love co-starring Richard Arlen. Beige satin base with lace overlay and shadowy chiffon finish. The bodice is close fitting and the chiffon skirt is circular and flows from the fitted waist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Brian
Richard Arlen
Man I Love
Church Notices for Easter Season in Local Districts
Church notices list Sunday services across Strathmerton Katamatite Cobram Numurkah Wangaratta Waaia Naring Youarang Youanmite Bunbartha Katamatite Dunbulbulane and more. Evening services in Anglican Presbyterian and Methodist churches at Numurkah begin at seven o'clock until further notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of England
Strathmerton
Cobram
Ranwell
Numurkah
H.C
Wanghau
Townsend
Presbyterian
Tea and Concert at Baulkamaugh Function
A W A F M gathering replaced the usual meeting with a knife and fork tea on March 20. Indoor tables, ice cream and fruit salad served by Sunday school girls, cake stalls run by Mrs Moss, and poultry and other foods by Mrs Fowler’s team. The event, chaired by Rev. F. S. Woods, featured varied musical items from local performers and guests from Shepparton and Strathmerton. Funds totaled about £25 and the program concluded with thanks for all contributors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.A.F.M
Shepparton
J. Tweddle
J. Reynoldson
Strathmerton
F. S. Woods
Voumard
L. James
Pottenger
Mr Smith
Potter
Miss Anderson
Reynoldson
Lees
Miss Ford
Smith
Tweddle
James
Jean Ree
Messrs
R. Smith and
Mr Reynoldson
Miss Ree
Mesdames Potter and Pottenger
Mr Lees
Quick relief from indigestion with Bismag magnesia
An old note promotes instant relief from stomach pain by taking Bisurated Magnesia in water. It claims immediate relief and the ability to eat freely, advising buyers to look for the oval Bismag sign on the wrapper.
Tasmania Colour Line holiday plan notice
The Tasmanian Government Tourist Bureau in Melbourne announces a fortnight's Tasmanian holiday under the Colour Line coupon system with prices around £22 to £26 depending on the tour chosen. Plan your trip now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tamanian
William-street
Melbourne
Tasmania
Pepsodent Promises Quick Teeth Whitening Effect
A new dentifrice named Pepsodent claims to remove film from teeth and whiten them rapidly, promising a noticeable change in overall appearance.
Leader seeks district items and social news from Numurkah area
Published weekly in Numurkah Victoria The Leader invites readers to submit paragraphs about district functions and social items not currently covered The note emphasizes continuing representation of the district and home delivery options for Australasia and beyond
Local Printers Offer Competitive Home Printing Rates
We claim to turn out work as good as any office and at prices to compare with Melbourne or country printeries. We advocate trading at home and urge business people to obtain quotations and samples of commercial printing before sending work elsewhere.
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