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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1936
Page
4
Woollen crafts and needlework sections set prizes from 1/6 to 12/6 with conditions. School entries restricted to 25 mile radius, judging by sub sections, and trophies for best frock and table centre use Semco threads for extra prize money.
Mr E M Webb tours the Murray scheme’s Hume Reservoir, probing if it pays. He finds enthusiasm among irrigators and outlines how the project, including Yarrawonga and Lake Victoria storage, will extend irrigation to Riverina and Victoria, boost stock feeding, and support soldier settlements. The long term gains, while not instantly visible, justify the expenditure and shape livelihoods across New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Frank Brangwyn praises Britain’s preserved landscapes as chief attractions, noting hedgerows, meadows, streams, and rolling Sussex Downs as sources of daily inspiration. He credits public-spirited groups guarding these places against mechanisation and science-led change. English scenery shapes worthy people and cultures.
The Water Trust held its monthly meeting chaired by Crs Hooper with members Gordon Dudley Mackenzie Prentice Pinnock Pearce O Hanlon Garonne Lancaster Tuckett McDowell Bitcon present. The annual balance-sheet and auditor report were adopted and published. correspondence included a cleaning and cement lining estimate for water pipes from Cement Linings Ltd and notice of the Waterworks Trusts Association annual conference on September 23, with Com. Tuckett appointed. W C Shaw reported rates collection of £214. Ordinary business discussed rent arrears on the Nathalia trust residence, with debate on reducing rent and potential relief options. no action taken. Considerations included potential abolition of the rural rate, concerns about potential higher stock and domestic rates, and plans for the Commission to be consulted. Com. Dudley and Com. Gordon raised issues about rates on properties not supplied by the Commission and planned interviews with the Commission to address drainage and flood concerns in Tallygooona and surrounding districts. The engineer outlined culvert issues and channel enlargement, noting potential impacts on other areas. An outstanding account for transporting an engine from Waughau to Strathmerton remained unsettled due to missing details from the contractor.
Egg producers and farmers urged to buy quality White Leghorns for size, quality, and eggs. Day old unsexed chicks priced at 2 pounds 10 shillings per 100, 25 pounds per 1000, sexed pullets 6 pounds per 100. Freight paid. Aug and Sept deliveries promised. J Mills, Agent Wenghas and Prideut's Garage.
Garden Notes advises when to plant antirrhinums in spring, warns a wet winter harms growth, and suggests dividing colors. It covers wilt risk and recommends soil lime dressings and fungicide powder before bed preparation, plus guidance on viscarias, lime use, and season timing for peas, lettuce, rhubarb, asparagus and other vegetables.
A critical appraisal of the new Chaplin feature Modern Times. The tramp's factory wage labor and wandering escapades anchor the tale with comic ingenuity, clever stunts, and a bold pantomime water scene. Goddard joins as a lively new leading man.
A report describes a veterinary procedure to remove dogs vocal cords to stop barking. Residents debate cruelty versus nuisance relief as officials consider whether the operation should be allowed locally.
An excerpted discussion on letter delivery and mail interference highlights what is described as an interesting paragraph from The New Zealand Woman's Weekly. It references law, property, and possible actions over mail and language usage, noting delivery issues and reader interest.
R F Nesbit offers repair services through the district's oldest established house for skilled material repairs. The firm emphasizes high quality, first class service and low prices enabled by turnover.
A correspondent laments steady rains causing floods that keep motor cars useless, so petrol costs vanish. Residents cannot reach creditors and creditors cannot reach them, so money is of little use. They hear transport wagons and trains battling on, yet do not care who wins.
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