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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 14, 1941
Page
4
The passage argues that advertising is the key driver of business growth, connecting goods on shelves with buyers who have money. It claims advertising persuades the public and is the logical solution to attract customers, urging immediate, aggressive use in business strategy. The source tone mirrors early 20th century promotional rhetoric from The Leader.
District rainfall for the growth period May to October totaled 9.86 inches. The data spans the 1888 to 1940 series, with monthly figures including January through April and the heat-growing period.
A report notes a chemist who visited Numurkah and collected water samples from the Trusts supply. Preliminary analysis suggests the water may harm plant life and soil, and may not be suitable for drinking. The Chamber of Commerce may seek competent analyses to confirm these concerns and guide potential remedies.
A local view from heuwedoldera questions farming outcomes as rain impacts crops and schedules. The brief notes fast diminishing yields and shifting plans amid uncertain weather.
The article describes Sister Rosalie Golding, rescued after harsh wartime ordeals, greeting a warm welcome in Nathlia. Locals praise her bravery and declare she embodies Empire service. Discussions mention forecasted hardship and potential further duties, with regard to returning to civilian life in Australia and ongoing support for nurses.
A Melbourne newspaper questions the belief that droughts predict good seasons. It notes droughts in 2 of 3 years, with a near record rainfall year in between, casting doubt on relying on past records and hoping for a year of good rainfall to save crops.
A recent issue outlines the Federal Government wheat stabilisation plan taking shape with forms for farm registration and grower licensing now available. Federation leader Fred Cullen praises the plan as a major step forward, describing it as a contract between government and industry that could bring stability and long term progress for Australia’s wheat sector.
The piece notes miners and other workers halting production over beer and tobacco price rises. It argues the extra penny per drink is seen as a stand against profits by breweries and tobacco firms, framing the protests as a study in collective psychology during national peril.
A Swan Hill visitor described Numurkah Higher Elementary School Ex-Students Association as the biggest body in country districts of the state. Mr A G Dawes, former Shepparton High headmaster, lauded its work and its members including Dot Cantрон, George Moss, Bill McBride and Bill Wall for providing educational aids beyond Education Department equipment.
An old timer recalls the Kilware days of cattle sales in Alpin with a tale of twenty one cousins who defended a group, saying it took a tough man to beat them when fights broke out. The anecdote captures rough frontier camaraderie and the rougher past.
Presbyterian notices list services at 11 and 7 30 with names Waals Johnson and other attendees across the congregation. Brief item notes readings and church activities as scheduled.
The Numurkah Shire Council met yesterday with Drs Gordon Hooper Moss Mackenzie Prentice Pinnock O'Hanlon Myers Lancaster Garonne McDonell and others present. Discussion covered dog wandered at night fines, a possible Department of Public Works review, lighting for Nathalia Fire Brigade track, fitness committees, kerbside petrol charges, and the declaration of a State Highway with exceptions. Reports included rates totaling £55 19/2, overdraft £8084 14/58, health attendance totals, Rice's weir plans and potential grant needs, and Moira riding contributions. The hall rent set at £7 10/- per week for nine months, and maintenance on roads near J Flanner's and Thompson's was ordered.
Mr J McEwen, MP for Indi, says in an interview with Director-General of Works Co-ordination Sir Harry Brown that a substantial allotment is planned to extend the Yarrawonga irrigation scheme. Brown backs rapid progress, with funds in addition to existing grants, bringing completion within reach. The Murray Valley District Irrigation League secretary confirms receipt of a similar letter from McEwen.
Satisfactory progress is being made with the Australian Wheat Board distribution for registering wheat farms and licensing growers. Board country agents will supply detailed guidance as applications are processed, with subsidies and safeguards to ensure only legitimate wheat growers receive certificates and licences.
Saturday's program at Town Hall features The Hunchback of Notre Dame, billed as a major 1940 film event. The production, drawn from Victor Hugo's novel, is described as a grand screen presentation amid a period of cinema prestige and communal interest.
A Numurkah Water Trust gathering listed attendees including Comm Lusieaste chairman in Tuckett’s absence, Mackenar, Pinnusk, Prentice, Gordon, Hooper, Mona, Myers, Garoune, Olanden McDonell, Bitcin and others. The Railway department agreed to water rates proportion by railway employers with Silk Construction seeking works at Wunehall-tett. The secretary noted most members left early. tributes were paid to Tittle’s service while mentions of sympathy for a family and plans to continue meetings were noted.
The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria outlines how motorists obtain comprehensive coverage with third party liability, the role of Act policies, and how rebates apply when renewing motor registration. It stresses ensuring insured drivers maintain appropriate coverage via approved insurers and the need to secure Act Policy details with renewal notices.
The article explains that a dusty windscreen reduces night visibility by diffusing headlight beams. It urges drivers to stop and clean the windscreen when diffusion is noticed to prevent accidents on bends.
A garbled passage contains scattered fragments about trust and future actions. It references a pedestrian and mentions England and faith, but the overall meaning is unclear. The text appears as incomplete OCR with nonstandard spelling and punctuation.
The article details how spiders produce silk used in precision instruments and the experiments testing alternative threads. It notes that spider silk remains dimensionally stable under cold, heat, and damp, unlike steel fibers, cotton, or other substances. The piece highlights the reliance on spiders for consistent thread thickness and the potential shifts if alternatives are used.
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