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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 18, 1918
Page
2
An early 20th century ad touts Nyal’s Face Cream and Cenam products as skin tonics that nourish soothe blemishes and prevent shine. It claims the peroxide formula is safe for facial use and helps maintain a smooth fresh appearance, offering cooling relief after shaving and addressing dullness. A range of powders is advertised.
The page lists a Saturday night program at OPEN AIN THEATRE with acts including The Outsider Jimmy Welen and Australian Gazelles, plus a call for names for active service at the Shire Hall. Also advertised are tenders for forage supply to Victoria stations for the Commonwealth Government from March 1919 to February 1920, with details in the Victorian Government Gazette.
Subscribers advertisers and correspondents are asked to note there will be no issue on Christmas Day The fret issue for the New Year will be on January 1 1919 forward your copy at your earliest convenience Parker In loving memory of our dear mother Mary Parker who departed this life December 1 1917 inserted by her loving daughters
Mrs Sullivan and family express sincere thanks to all friends and relatives for visits cards and sympathy during their sad bereavement in the loss of their dear son and brother Fred Invergordon December 10 1948 Also Mr and Mrs J Daly thank friends for sympathy in their recent bereavement with special thanks to Dr Harbison for care and attention
A Christmas reflection contrasting the angelic birth of Christ with modern ideologies. It cites Plato, Byron, Napoleon, Richter, and Strauss praising Christ’s humanity and mission to redeem individuals, warning against political schemes and the destruction of belief. It notes Marx and Liebknecht arguing against God and Christianity, contrasting faith with looming upheaval.
F. G. Sleep announces a cream collection depot at Shepperton Bute. The Bhp District factory invites farmers and navvies to give him a trial, promising careful handling of consignments and attentive service at the depot.
Special program listing includes christmas night features and new year's night showings. Comedy titles such as American Game Trails and Glue Jeans with Viola Dana are advertised alongside educational Sunset Trail and Alpine Regions of New Zealand. gestartet credits unclear with several garbled phrases and dates.
Numurkah shoppers are invited to see Bitcon’s Store holiday specials featuring a large display of bit bags cases and grailstones. The shop highlights Gent’s attire including coats suits soft collars and accessories with Xmas gift ideas and a range of crockery including cups saucers and sweet dishes. Also advertised are pipes tobacco cigars and cigarettes with a call to visit the returned Anzas R Stewart and Bennett in Numurkah.
A sample hook at The Leader shows Xmas greeting cards offered for order with dainty designs. Cards enable personal messages to friends at small cost, with many readers previously using similar samples and now finding this year’s designs prouder and more attractive.
Amid wartime strain readers are urged to celebrate Christmas on Christlike lines. The message emphasizes the Prince of Peace, generosity to the needy, and a hope for a new world rising from war. Also notes plans for a Tungamah Shire Honor Board honoring local service members and upcoming community entertainments and sales notices.
A 1918 issue notes holiday publishing changes for The Leader with no Xmas Day edition. It lists the New Year issue date, requests readers to send copies in advance, and previews Mechanics' Holiday programs, including Under Handicap a western drama with Harold Lockwood and other features.
On Saturday week last there was buried at Albury the remains of four gentlemen well known in its district in the person of the late Mr W. Rive. The deceased was a brother in law of MP Bryer. It is credibly informed that while carting wheat from his son’s run at Moira, Mu Duncan, sin. Tell of the toad and sustained a fractured leg. He is being treated in the Evhuca hospital.
A fatal accident occurred at Ulupna on a Wednesday evening involving well known local Jarier William Francis. An inquiry found that William Stevens was operating a paddock harvester when the horses bolted causing Francis to be crushed between the machine bars. Despite efforts at Numuckah and care from Dr. Spence, Francis died from brain compression due to internal bleeding. The deputy coroner’s inquiry returned a verdict of accidental death. Francis, 52, was a widower with a young son and was a respected figure in the district, especially among sporting circles. funeral services were conducted by FE Randsinsoy with A Duma arranging.
Sunday services listed for various towns including Numurkah Cobram Nath Ha dt Picola and others with titles like Rev and Mev to mark officiants. Also an advertisement for Sander's Extract and related eucalyptus products touted as remedies with notes of Victoria Supreme Court endorsement and local endorsement.
From Our Own Correspondents Syrathmerton Harvestity reports light crops with few yields heard yet. Concerns include chaff cutting shortages hindering harvest. A farmer offered £20 for 20 culling tasks amid machine failures. Senator Pearce faces a year away on a big project and locals debate pay for ongoing costs. An evening concert drew a large audience and raised funds around £40 though a lamp caused a minor mishap.
In local State school examinations seven scholars gained merit certificates while 10 of 19 candidates succeeded in the marriage class. The head father Mir W. No1 congratulates the splendid results. A Katamatity Urban Trust meeting discussed water supply, urging engine overhaul and annual repairs. Dr. Salmon to push the matter. Nathadla town shifts focus to revitalization under Mr Smith as 13 youths practice, showing promising work. The Nethala Tire Brigade reported £69 19s 11d in credit and £242 3s 5d assets with liabilities. Soldiers' Association plans a Red House meeting place with a caretaker and anonymous donors noted.
Picola region reports ongoing military preparation as authorities mobilize local soldiers. Officials say readiness efforts focus on training and equipping units. Community leaders urge calm while state facilities coordinate resources and drills.
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