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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1925
Page
6
The notice invites shoppers to visit well stocked departments offering many suitable gift articles. It highlights Xylonite ware tortoise shell ware perfumes powders hosiery gloves and fancy handkerchiefs with a wide range of apparel and household items including hats shoes jugs dishes glass ware metal ware and sporting goods. The aim is to supply all Xmas needs.
The Numurkah Park Tennis Club held a mixed doubles tournament for the President's Trophy with pairs led by Eddy Kennedy and L Hick and others including Mi McNamara and L Nightingale, Miss Moore and Jim Lee, and many more. The final saw Myrtle Stevens and Roy dy defeating Mrs Young and Tre a, followed by trophy presentations and refreshments at the club hosted by Mrs Eddy.
Nu murkal club players visited Shepparton on Saturday and contested with local players. A severe storm forced abandonment after partial play, with final scores showing Spartan leading 105 frames to 96. Names of players and unfinished matches listed among the day’s events.
An article outlines a method to make concrete posts in trenches with tarred paper linings and wire reinforcements, including curing and lifting tips. It notes concrete posts’ durability against white ants and rot, and mentions Xmas goods ads from Les Belt and Co with Cyclops products, China ware, and grocery items.
The note cites Mark Twain claiming September is poor for speculation with all other months listed as favorable for adding to a savings account. It touts a high interest bank rate and government guarantees, noting most Australian Post Offices act as bank agents and protect deposits.
A Christmas shop promotes a large toy range and novelty items with emphasis on early purchase to avoid disappointment. The listing includes wheels toys, trains, dolls, brassware, electrical goods, sporting equipment, and a grocery department with festive foods and novelties. Local prices are hinted, with several items for sale at counter prices.
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