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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 03, 1940
Page
2
A wide range of linen and embroidered home textiles offered with many items in pink, gold, blue and green. Includes towels, guest towels, tablecloths, damask cloths with matching serviettes, rayon and hand embroidered sets, tea towels, and gift sets with prices and limited stock.
Local advertisements from Numurkah feature sewing machine repairs by Mrs. W. Baker, displays at Louis Hammon's Pharmacy with free goods offers for customers, and a Christmas gift showcase. Also promoted are binder aprons, school tennis gear, verandah blinds by J. N. A. Greig, and medical supplies from S. H. Henshall Chemist. Tailor services by R. Pocknee, and Treacy's Xmas gifts including books and crystal ware with seasonal promos.
Mr W Lilley teaches piano theory and harmony with pupils prepared for all examinations. Music is chosen to suit each student’s tastes and ability. inquiries may be left at the office. Notice to creditors: Timothy Ryan deceased of Ulupna West Victoria died 12 September 1940. Probate granted 21 November 1940 to Thomas Ryan and Timothy Ryan. Creditors must send particulars by 15 February 1941. Moreilly & Deane solicitors for executors.
Notices under this Amusements and Meetings heading state a minimum 4 shillings charge. The fragment mentions 1e mad but no definite event or location.
A meeting for reforming the Numurrah Girl Guides will be held in the RSL Club room on Friday evening at 8 o clock. A large attendance is desired.
Red Cross tennis tournament entries close with Mr L Belt on Friday December 6 at 6 pm for men’s and ladies’ doubles. 16 wet racquet, trophies donated by Mrs M A Eddy and Mrs A Johanneen. Play starts 1 pm with afternoon tea and soft drinks at the courts to aid the Red Cross.
Tenders addressed to the President Shire Hall Numurkah invited for works Contract No 122F/207 including reforming widening trimming and gravelling on Katunga Pichla Road and cleaning street channel in Numurkah with plans at Herald Nathalia office from 2 pm Wednesday December 4 until 1 pm Friday December 8 plus Sunday opening at Shire Hall Nathalia. A cash deposit accompanies each bid and lowest acceptable bid chosen. Also notice of State Savings Bank Numurkah annual inspection with auditor McGrath to review passbooks from the December dates.
Local matters cover a half holiday debate at Kyulong Progress Association with mixed business support. The Charities Board raises Moaroopa Hospital grant to £8900, plus £410 on building loan and other sums, with a £500 district quota to be raised by June. Post early for Christmas mail by December 17, ensure full sender details for returns if undelivered. Girl Guides movement revival urged with a meeting next Friday at 8 pm in the RSL club room. Beer prices rise in Goulburn Valley: pots 7d, draught 7d, bottled beer up 2d per dozen, spirits up 1d per nubler.
Fragmented Market notice outlines an upcoming sale with blurred names and dates. It references agents and preparations, noting uncertainties about timing and attendees. The text mentions ages, terms like “Me et wantin fire” and scattered phrases about bids and heirs, but clarity is limited.
Tenders will be received until 10 am on 12 12 1940 for Liveport Residence State School Barmah. Details at Public Works Office Inspector of Works Office Shepparton State School Barmah Echuca Police Station. Envelope marked Tender for due NOTICE TO CLAIMANTS for the estate of James Callander deceased. Notices require claims by 13 February 1941 to executrix Olivia Georgina Wilkin and Georgina Muir Callander.
The War Service Fund Central Executive congratulated Nowra ladies on knitted goods sent to the fund. Volunteers urge saving empty bottles and notifying the unit to arrange collection after the New Year festivities. Proceeds support welfare and comforts for servicemen.
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