Saturday Half Holiday Threat Looms in Victoria
The Numorkah Chamber of Commerce pushes for a state wide Saturday half holiday with union support and similar groups urging an early vote. Leaders from the Liberal, Labor and other parties debate timing as preparations and protests swirl around Parliament. Local MPs express mixed views on consulting peers and potential changes to conference plans.
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Com
Gordon
Mwrew
Lanwud Country Party
Nsielnas
Raicher
Vietoria
Wucwety
Samu
Father Fart
Lene Ausceala Party
Coney
Ty McDonald
Angee
Ngugikah Chamber of Come
Simi
Wiley
YMC
Iainstone
U.C.P
Rodney
Leelee
Fan
Qiak
McDonald
Heston
Chamber president in favor on Saturday half holiday
Shepparton Chamber of Commerce president Predman said he favored a Saturday half holiday with a nine o’clock closing. The COP leader did not oppose and suggested a longer glow all day Saturday with wind and shop week.
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Shepparton News
Predman
Shepparton Chamber of Honuneres
C.O.P. Con Cigner Aloes
Villagers Seek Saturday Holiday to Close Shops and Prohibit Sports
Mr W Fairless, President of the Shepparton Fruit Growers Union, proposes declaring Saturday a town holiday to close shops and ban professional sport. Vy Vairbee comments the crowd arrangement serves local districts for the people, not authorities, in Melbourne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W Fairless
Shepparton Fruit Growers Usation
Vy Vairbee
Melhioume
District News Country Correspondents Tell of District Events
District correspondents report on local happenings across communities. The dispatch highlights school activities, civic meetings, market updates, and public events shaping the district’s pace and priorities.
Katandra Anzac Sports Draw Large Crowds At Katandra West
The Katandra and District Anzac Commemoration League held athletics at Katandra West on Saturday with large turnout. Mona O'Donnell of Waggerandall West won eight events and helped her school secure the shield funded by returned soldiers. Officials led by A. G. Miller and G. Murdoch organized the day, plus a dance that added funds for sports material. profits are expected around £11 to be shared among eight local schools.
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Katandra
Katandra West
Mona O'Donnell
Waggerandal West
R.S.L
A. G. Miller
G. Murdoch
Invergordon
Wagearandall West
Marungi
Tavergordon
Pine Lodge North
Invergordon South
Youanmite
D. Hovert
Éin
R. Ford
M. Opie
Eft
Lin
M. Evans
Rich
D. Hosart
Sftein
Flint
D. Dobart
M. Patrick
Patrick
K. Saunders
K. Sanders
M. Donnell
L. Miller
M. O'Donnell
W. Brown
Magee
P. Nann
G. Graham
1. Eddy
M. Hartington
0. Sims
O. Sims
P. Calbert
L O'Donnell
Ydonnell
B. Creighton
A. Hickey
M. and
L. Opie
M.patrick-G. Harris
D. Wallace-E. Dryden
K. Saunders. Fyffe
Sims M. Dixon
M. Hickey J. Maskell
R. Evane M. O'Donnell
V. Hosie-A. Hickey
Waggarandall West
Katendra West
Wages
Randall West
Mundoona Picnic Recap at Mundooka School April 3
Residents of Mundoona gathered at Mundoona school on April 3 for the annual picnic under the school committee and Mothers' Club. A silence marked the memory of late chairman Mr W Linehan. Races and games followed a picnic lunch on the school lawns, with results across multiple grades and events, and the school tennis title won by O McPherson and B Burgess.
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Mundoona
Cld
W. Linehan
B. Burgess
Local Advis. Gather for Meeting at E. Kilevar Home
A community gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs E. Kilevar in the Church of England parish drew attendees for a local advisory meeting. The event, held on a Saturday night, covered party planning and communal matters with attendees from the neighborhood and involved discussion of next steps for the group.
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E. Kilevar
Church of England
Kilpatrick’s View on Saturday Half Holiday Debate
In the Shepparton Adver- Teor report Mr Kilpatrick disputes a universal Saturday half-holiday. He argues the idea should be a Federal matter and notes no chance of all States uniting. He suggests the issue belongs at the federal level.
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Wilhmerick
Sul.c
Shepparton
Abel Peaning
Kilpatrick
Motion Withdrawn at LACP Conference
In a contentious forum the motion submitted to the LACP conference was withdrawn after debate. The action ends that particular proposal though other items may proceed. The record notes the withdrawal amid a view that the question remained unsettled.
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Lac.p
Katunga Soldiers Farewell Committee Formed at Public Meeting
A well attended meeting in Katungan week formed the Katungan District Soldiers Welfare Committee. Attendance was disrupted by German influenza. Mr J Mortimer was elected president with W J Thornton and J D Hendy as vice presidents and W Dreher as secretary. A ten member sub committee was created to arrange farewell gatherings.
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Katungan
J. Mortimer
W. J. Thornton
J. D. Hendy
W.dreher
Nathalia District Sports and News Highlights
The rowing club championship was won by Mr R J Morris who beat Mr A E Bruton 31 to 20. G Barton claimed the singles handicap 21 to 18. Picola West’s Wilfred Corry was injured by a cricket ball and is improving in Echuca Hospital. Private Bert Baxter was promoted to corporal in camp with the A L. Nancy Bates wed Mr R Shepard. a kitchen tea preceded the ceremony. Nathalia Old Residents' Association plans functions for district soldiers near Melbourne. Nathalia RS L branch to supply enlistment names. Moira cricket premiership went to Naricks A. Golf officers announced. pennant entry denied to protect weekly tournaments. Marriage at Puckapunyal YMCA hut between Sylvia May Garonne and Private John Camm. Padre Rex Dakers officiated.
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R. J. Morris
A. E. Bruton
Morris
G. Barton
Wilfred Corry
Picola West
Echuca Hospital
Nathalia Old Residents’ Association
Melbourne
Noathalia District
Nathalia
R S.L
E. Cogger
Nathalia District Tennis Association
Presbyterian
Picole
Moira Association
Naricks A
Moira
Padre Rex Dakers
Y.M.C.A. Hut
Puckapunyal
Sylvia May Garonne
Garonne
Alfred Garonne
John Camm
A.L
A. Camm
Launceston
Tasmania
P. Bellew
Grimm, N.S.W
Gil Freeman
Community Night Features Red Cross Fun and Music
The Red Crown arrangements in the evening were led by Miss Jean Gillespie with Mrs Doreen Ford ill at home. James Purdie conducted the program with dancing, singing, and local artist items. A Red Cross supper followed, and Mrs M. Batey thanked volunteers while hospital committee representatives spoke. Wedding bells note Nanty Jean Grinter and Normat Henry wed at St Augustine’s Church with reception at Shepparton. couple to reside in Berrigan NSW.
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Red Crown
Jean Gillespie
Doreen Ford
Misa Ford
Wanghau
James Purdie
Purdie
J. Gervasoni
Don Creighton
Hilda Purdie
Jean
Rene
Verna Gillespie
10. Gillespie
Ron Purdie
Ministers Farewelled at Katamatite Church Auction Night
On Wednesday evening April 8, ministers and friends gathered at the Katamatite Church to bid farewell to Rev and Mrs Hull as they depart for Ulverstone in Tasmania. Speeches from Katamatite and Youanmite representatives praised three years of service, with performances by Pearl Gillespie and Elva Patrick and gifts including Mrs Hull’s regalia from the Order of Comrades.
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Methodist Church Land Friends
Hull
Ulverstone
Tasmania
E. A. Patrick
Bbsi
Pearl Gillespie
Elva Patrick
N. J. Lukies
C. Hodge
Youan‘mite
A. Lawrence
Youarang
Me Lachlan
Progress Association
Miss Chandler
Order of Cemrades
E. Kilgour
C. Wood
Numurkah
J. Mc Joeal Preachers
Namara & Co
Cobram
Patrick
Cam
Order of Knights
Rev and Mrs Hinde Honored in Tasmania Circuit Transfer
The Rev Neil Hinde, leader of the Wanghao Methodist Church circuit for three years, receives a new charge at the Firth circuit in Tasmania. A social evening followed, presenting a travelling rug to the couple. Congregations expressed thanks for his sympathetic work and Mrs Hinde’s support to circuit members.
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Neil Hinde
Wanghao Methodist Church
Firth
Tasmania
Hinde
Fire Outbreak Near Drainage Works at Wunghnu
A Wednesday blaze near new drainage channels southwest of Wunghnu threatened spread through 70 acres of grass and timber on G Gillespie’s property. Firefighters checked the flames when the fire reached a dry swamp as Numurkan’s bell rang. Kashmba Bush Fire Brigade and local farmers joined in an effective response amid community visits by Rev. W J Wheaton and family.
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Striet
Youanmite and Mat Exchange Tidings at Tommibs
Two figures Youanmite and Mat meet in a brief exchange amid a local event. The scene centers on a handover or greeting witnessed by bystanders. No further context or outcomes are provided in the readable text.
Riley Hanlon wedding charms Strathmerton residents
Kathleen Mary Hanlon daughter of Mrs Hanlon Appleby Crescent West Brunswick and the late Mr W Hanlon married Robert Lincoln son of the late Mr and Mrs C Riley of Brighton. Nuptial Mass at St Fidelis Church West Coburg. Bridesmaids Joan Maher Sheil Leonard. Best man Leo Doyle. Reception at St Fidelis hall with old friends.
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Strathmerton
Kathleen Mary
Hanlon
Appleby Crescent
West Brunswick
W. Hanlon
Robert Lincoln
C. Riley
Brighton
St. Fidelis Church
West Coburg
Joan Maher
Sheil Leonard
Leo Doyle
St. Fidelis’s Hall
Wedding of Miss Joyce Bailey and Mr Leslie Wil Syl St Albans
Miss Joyce Bailey daughter of Mrs O'Donnell and the late James Bailey of Fitzroy wed Mr Leslie Wil Yams youngest son of Mrs C Wil ms and the late Mr Charles Wil Tams of Numurkah at St Albans Church of England. Rev E Manley officiated. The bride wore white slipper satin with ruched yoke and long train, orange blossom spray, and a veil of hand embroidered tulle. She carried water lilies. attended by Miss Beatrice Williams and Miss Lily OShawnessy. given away by Mr Jack Stewart.
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Nanty Jean
H. F. Grinter
Katanga
Normat Flenry
Bowyer- Smyth
G. Cummins
Marjorie
Dorothy
Normen Dunksey
Mrude Street
Shepparton
Melbourne
Bowyer-Smith
Berrigan
N.S.W
Joyce Bailey
O'Donnell
James Bailey
Fitzroy
Leslie Wil- Yams
C. Wilms
Charles Wil- Tams
Numurkah
St. Alban's Church of England
E. Manley
Mooroopna
Beatrice Williama
Lily O'Shaunnersy
Jack Stewart
Williams
Lily O’shsunnessy
Valley Giants and church anniversaries listed in notice
Fragmentary notice mentions events at Prescott churches with anniversaries and a Strathmerton group. It references Valley Giants and Naughty But Nice, a December commemoration, and a Strathmerten CWA meeting. Details are incomplete but indicate community notices for church anniversaries and local societies.
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Valley Giants
Nuamarkab Presbyterian Church
April TW SNumurkal Stee Sale Details
Fragmentary OCR indicates an auction or sale event for April numbers with mixed name fragments. The readable parts mention dates around May and references to sellers or agents, but key names and precise items are unclear due to transcription errors. The text suggests a schedule or notice related to a sale involving multiple parties and locations, needing clarification.
Next Week Stock Sales At Numurkah and Surrounding Auctions
Campbell and Co remind clients of a stock sale at Numurkah on Wednesday April 24, with entries sought for sheep and cattle to meet current demand. Kilpatrick McLellan and Co and New Zealand Loan and Mortgage Co plan first sale at Shepparton pig sale next Monday April 22, followed by fat and store cattle. Katamatite Stock Sale by Goldsbrough Mort & Co is set for Monday April 29 with entries via J W Mills. Nomerksh Stock Sale notes a recent Numurkah sale with strong yarding of sheep and cattle and high competition. Fat lambs and crossbred ewes bring solid prices. cattle yarding shows improving demand for bullocks and young bulls. Next sale scheduled for May 1 with expectation of another large yarding.
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Campbell & Co
Numurkah
Shepparton
Kilpatrick
McLellan & Co
New Zealand
M.A. Co
Goldsbrough
Mort & Co
J. W. Mills
Nomerksh
Kilpatrick, McLellan & Co
S.M
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Chamber
District News
Anzac Commemoration League Sports
Hister Hull
Mechanken’ Institute
Potarese Revostation
Gpeetal Reat
MR Kilpatrick
Katunga
Bowyer-Smyth—Grinter
Mrs. Hull
J. McNamara
H.O
Picola
Dodge Bros
Commercial Union Assurance CO
Trustees Executors & Agency CO
Prudential Life Assurance CO
Australian Estates & Mortgage CO. Ltd
Lanz” Bulldog
W. J
Wheaton
Jack
Wunghnu Om
Wungten
Icon
Heywood
Sheffald
Riley
Saly Apemr
Thle
Namurkah
McNamara & Co Auctioneers
Campbell and CO
And
Corlett and CO. Racv
Queen Street
Snumurkal Stee Sale
Amare & Cihem Munthiy Shieh Sele
Numurkal Srv Soto Wee Twiha Oy
Bnwinah
Metropolits
W. A. McTaggart
Numurkah Stock Sale
J. McNamara & Co
Nathalia Stock Sale
Campbell and Co. Wal
Hore
Picola District
J. McNamara & Ua
W. Hore
Kilpatrick, and CO. Pty. Lyer
Beemches
Dennis Lascelles Lad
Bellare
Ranking Co
Lad Victoria
Neurames Co
Baker Trustees
Zaers
Aerwer Co
Osermines Co
We, Co
Alt Pinks
Cary
Steerm Bild
McLellan Shelp Ston & CO
Jlaland Loan & MA Co
Galdalivoush
Rlepresaptatios
A. R. Wadeson Stock & Froverty Salesman Sworn Velour Cobram Crbich
Main Street
Agent Furs Union
Ener, & Agen 47 Cay
Zeeland Loom and Mercetiln Agency Ca
Farmers’ and Setters’ Comp
Nssrence Ca
NUMURKAH F. NESBIT/Pig and Poultry Sale
Shoeman
George Mills Commission
Katamatite
Wool, Stock & Land Agents
Minor
Australia Pty
Wheat Exporters
Brunton & Co, Ltd
Prudential Insurance Coy
Hudson
William Street
Geelong
Kilpatrick, McLellan & Co. Pty. Ltd
Newmarket
Kilpatrich, McLellan & Co. Pty. Ltd
Mr Hogan
The
Hola Telegraph
Red Cta
Goulburn Valley
Tiviniiy
M. A. Eddy
Commercial Bank
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