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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 25, 1944
Page
2
A brief notice lists a two hour Cobram pig sale on April 25 Anzac Day and a stock sale at Numurkah with young husband limited participation noted.
A collage of notices and ads appears from Numurkah area including bereavement thanks for Mr David Heaphy, farm seed sales in Melbourne pricing, farm for sale items, ferrets for sale, rental notice for a four room house, advertisement for stock and harvesting gear, cosmetics from Louis Hamon chemist, electrical repairs, printing services, emergency prescriptions by Louis Hamon, harness and sporting goods, playing cards and stationery at Treacy's, tea from Pura Tea, and envelope printing offers from Leader TM Office.
Amusements and meetings announced for Town Hall April 28 with cake stalls and a variety of stalls. Five Hundred Card Evenings continue May 1 at M A Hall with admission 1s 6d. proceeds aid School Families. Prize supper by W A Retallick and W Graham notice. Ticket 0936 relates to a sheep prize to be claimed or sold in seven days.
The engagement is announced between Miss Mirriam Alles Mortimer daughter of Mrs T H Mortimer and the late Mr T H Mortimer of Sandmount now of 33 Skene Street Shepparton and Mr Charles Eric Glasson second son of Mr and Mrs A T Glasson of 26 Maude Street Shepparton.
On April 18, at Nu Murkah David Heaphy beloved brother of Michael John William Julia Margaret Johanna Catherine Kitty Mary Mia Arthur Melbourne died. obituary lists surviving siblings and relatives. The notice, though terse, records a family with deceased siblings and notes Melbourne connection.
In loving memory of our infant son Raymond Morris who died 29 April 1943 inserted by his parents and his sisters and brothers May he rest in peace and be comforted by our memories of him
Shire of Tungamah invites tenders at Shire Hall until 12 noon Saturday July 29 1944 for road forming gravelling and re forming works on Babingtons road North West Rising South West Riding and other roads. Preliminary deposit 24 percent. Also State Rivers and Water Supply Commission offers for oat chaff supply for Yarroweyah with details from offices in Benalla Euroa Shepparton Cobram. Tenders to be lodged in Melbourne not later than 12 noon April 28 1944. Mary Magdalene Shinnick estate notice and Morrissy and Deane solicitors Numurkah.
The Numurkah Leader announces its establishment in 1895 and details subscription pricing and delivery schedule for readers in the region.
A Ladies Guild ball at the Church of England raised over £120 with ticket sales to push profits past £100. Fourteen debutantes, paired with servicemen, were presented to Mrs S G Davis. Rain brought relief to farmers with total local rainfall around 132 points for the month, various district totals listed. annual meeting attendance noted. fund tallies include Masonic funds at £196 4s 1d.
Batten receives JC Williamson scholarship at Albert Street Conservatorium studying with Clive Carey and appears in Opera scenes at the National Theatre. Lord Mayor’s concert in Town Hall featured praise from critics. At the Chamber of Commerce meeting, Mr Brian Hye’s marriage commemorated with a watercolor, presented by Mr A Guenther. Obituary reports death of Mr David Heaphy, longtime resident and noted ploughman, survived by siblings and relatives. funeral at Murkah Cemetery conducted by Rev Father Rohan.
Saturday bowls action for the President's Trophy left G Dudley and A E Morris to meet in the final. Round results show Morris and Willcox with a win, plus Dudley defeating Johannsen to reach the semis, then Morris beating Tweddle and Dudley defeating Shaw to reach the final.
The Dunbal balsne Methodist Church will celebrate its anniversary next Sunday at 3 and 7 30. Miss Bery Batten will perform. The School Committee will hold a card evening in the MU Hall next Monday night May 1. The Wonganu sports prize sheep will be sold if unclaimed within seven days. The Presbyterian Church Guild annual fair is set for Friday afternoon. The Shire of Tungamaha lists works in the North West and South West ridings. The Water Supply Commission invites offers for supplying chaff at Yarroweyah. Mooroopna Hospital ball will be at Yarroweyah on Friday May 5 with a good supper.
Headmaster C W Petterson of Numourksh High School reports the Education Department may fund fares for pupils using a private bus service if established. The move follows a debate and would allow students to travel to HE or High schools more easily.
The Numurkan Chamber of Commerce met at the Telegraph Hotel to discuss an irrigation district area for farmer offspring training, staff housing for the Water Supply Commission, tree planting near the water reserve, and staff accommodation. Plans include a model farm concept, cooperative talks with the Murray Valley District Irrigation League, and pushing for housing and office space solutions with Mr McDonald visiting Numurka.
A western and northern district irrigation community formed the Irrigation Protection League after landholders received water. They argued for lower charges than 1 per acre foot and pressed the Water Supply Commission for concessions to ease the burden on users amid material shortages. The secretary, Mr E Brensing, noted actions risk delaying the Murry Valley project but urged continued support for lower charges as approved in earlier terms. The commission signaled intent to extend works westward when feasible, aiming to keep costs manageable for taxpayers.
Mr JG McPunard and Cami quner H Hanslow led a deputation of water users to seek a per acre foot price reduction. The group, including P Glensay Moss Ray and O'Dwyer, urged lower charges citing stock needs and labor shortages, while noting NSW Berriquin had reduced rates during wartime. Commissioner Hanslow defended existing concessions and criticized irrigators for demanding relief.
In the Way Valley area readers report efforts and petitions regarding regional service gaps and vetoes linked to the New South Wales plan. The text mentions proposals, governance questions, and calls for action by local officials amid a broader political debate.
Market reports indicate ongoing activity as agents prepare sales strategies amid uncertain conditions. Stakeholders assess inventory levels, pricing trends, and demand indicators while awaiting forthcoming auctions and market signals.
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