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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1927
Page
6
Special prices on Jeegar All Wool Cashmere Hose in fawn shades and STAMPED NEEDLEWORK. Fantley's new designs feature Supper Cloths Pillow Shams Duchess Sets Table Centres Cosies Doyleys and Tea Aprons in Indian Head Cloth and Unbleached Calico.
Dr H Dudley retained the Central Riding seat by 15 votes over Mr F G Moss amid a 351 of 413 poll. Dudley’s win follows a vigorous campaign and the retiring member’s vote reflected local support for continuance. Parliament program talks continue in Canberra with Melbourne meetings planned in September. Dr Page links production to employment and national trade strength.
Dr Dudley secured a unique position by fighting two election battles in one day in Sheppartonshire. His opponent was Mrs Leahy, and Dudley won by a narrow majority of three votes. Northidine results show Dudley 188, Leahy 19.
Dr J H Wilkinson wins local office potential in Waaia with strong backing from farmers of the district. His support in Shepparton shows popularity as he defeated the retiring member G J Day in the South Riding of the shire by 872 votes to 420.
The Bove Page Government proposes a £290000 boost for civil aviation, raising annual spend from £115000 to develop new routes. Plans include Adelaide to Perth, Camooweal to Darwin railhead, and a Brisbane to Darwin link, plus Brisbane to Sydney and Melbourne to Tasmania services to expand air navigation and job opportunities.
Church notices list service counts and pastors for several congregations including Numurtah Waals Yarroweyah Cobram Strathmerton Koonoomee Katamatite and Denbethalane with Rev Sharpe Rev Patterson Rev Weed and Mr Gartindala among readers and dates noted for the 18th Sunday for Trinity with litany and prayers.
National party cites 1925 Labor claims of Bolshevism as proven by current Labor leaders. The article outlines accusations from Jock Garden and Sydney Workers Weekly, naming Labor figures as betraying the movement to Bolshevik influence, with statements from Labor Daily and other sources. It asserts continued evidence of Bolshevization within the A L P and related bodies.
The executive of the Tural Society met Tuesday of last week with President B H Galt presiding. Discussion covered seating in the luncheon pavilion, urging consultation with the ladies committee to avoid delays during show days, and maintaining current seating. Reports included show day copper logistics, dismissing top-dressing experiments, and entertainments for show with a miniature train and merry go round. space for displays and permission for Hoadleys display. plans for the annual social on September 5th, with consideration of local caterers for sandwich work.
Mr G Fowler attended the Northern Agricultural Societies Association meeting and summarized the business done. A hearty vote of thanks was given to him. A working bee is planned on Monday September 5 on the grounds to improve the luncheon room and undertake other tasks.
Teams from Numurkah and Shepparton rifle clubs fired a match on Numurkah's range on Wednesday. The wind was tricky but both sides showed good work, with the home team edging the visitors by a margin of 10 points. Results:
Grateful readers in Incal papers praise Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as effective and lasting. Mr Tattle and others claim long lasting relief from backache after trying various remedies, noting improved sleep and work ability. Foster McClellan Co. markets the pills through Sydney chemists and stores.
Music fees on applicating secretary Mrs Elaine Grey phone 158 offering catering services for old time and modern social events with updated fee schedules and contact details for bookings.
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