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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1948
Page
2
A jumble of lost property notices and classified ads lists pearls, jewelry, clothing, cattle, horses, and tools with rewards offered. Also includes wants for a housemaid, buyers for old batteries and horses, and shop advertisements for electrical services, hot water systems, and beauty consultations. several store names and contact details appear.
On August 28 1948 in the Eastern Riding of the Shire of Numurkah a vote tally shows John Henderson elected Councillor with Edward Pinnoch as runner up. The declaration records Henderson as duly elected and dated August 28 1948.
The 28th of August 1948 election for one councilor in Moira Riding, Shire of Numurkah, returns William Thomas Maloney as duly elected. Deputy Returning Officer J. K. Dancocks presides, noting Maloney led with a majority over Albion Broom.
Notice announces that William George Hooper has been nominated for Councillor in the Central Riding of the Shire of Numurkah. As the number of candidates does not exceed vacancies, he is declared duly elected as Councillor. Dated August 25, 195s, by W L Moss Returning Officer.
The Australian Wheat Board requests that wheat beyond requirements be delivered to No 11 Pool for the 68 deliveries. The date September 11 is noted for handling wheat and any charge above the stated price will be added to the value.
Notice declares John Victor TREWIN as the elected candidate for the Western Riding Councillor seat in the Shire of Numurkah. Dated August 25.
A candidate thanks supporters and rate payers in country areas after Saturday's Shire Elections, noting a substantial majority for opponents. The speaker apologizes for not winning and pledges to continue the frn while congratulating Mr Henderson on his victory.
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