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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1948
Page
3
A lengthy report covers public works grants and local council decisions, plus community sports updates. It notes a £200 grant, road and public works plans, and mentions the Numurkah and surrounding area events, club activities, and a funeral. The bowling outcomes include White and Numurkah results and forthcoming club matches.
A column criticizes The Country Party for switching from government to opposition, arguing the House cannot pass contentious laws while party leaders clash. It laments personal squabbles between Sir Albert Dunstan and Mr McDonald, urges reconciliation for the state’s sake, and calls for steady governance ahead of Christmas.
Mr George Fowler aged 77 died at his Katama home after a long illness. A son of pioneer Edmund and Letitia Fowler he helped develop Baulkamaugh and Waaia districts. He served Methodist circuits for over 40 years and held Local Preachers Association office. He was a longtime member of the Independent Order of Rechabites and active in public events and elocutionary contests at Baulkathaugh Church.
The advertisement touts a new serobilt steel construction with 15 percent more strength while reducing weight by just under a ton. It notes a small turning circle of 37 feet and a new seating design described as soft, form fitting, and comfortable. Local dealers can provide further details.
Strathmerton GWA marks a busy year with 16 pounds sent to the UNAC appeal and local help for soldier settlers wives. Mrs Youlden and Mrs Wiggs welcomed visitors and recipients, and the branch elected officers led by President Mrs R Wilson with plans for January 26 meeting.
Church notices list service times and names for multiple parishes including Numarkah Cobram Katunga Yarroweyah Naring Drimwaure Strathmerton Bunbartha Youammite Katamatite Yarrawonga and others with reverends Kennedy Dunkley Vale Longthors and Blakemore.
A listed flight or transport item is delayed due to issues described as wood related by officials Smits and Scheer. The incident affects the planned schedule and requires updated timing from authorities. Details are limited in the readable text.
A district opportunity seeks a Reliable Man for The J, BR, WATKINS Co as a sales representative. Must service over 1000 homes with household products backed by a company guarantee and have a car or van. Previous selling experience not essential, strong ambition can lead to executive advancement.
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