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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1940
Page
3
A district charity event organized by Mrs J Lawrence and her committee raised about £30 for a military support fund. Dr G Teague opened the evening praising the volunteers, while attendees enjoyed games and competitions and a welcoming atmosphere. The event showcased strong community generosity and the district’s support for soldiers overseas.
District News reports unsettled conditions as local figures discuss a troubling incident dated May 6. Mary Margaret, third daughter of Honan, is noted in connection with ongoing community concerns.
A Red Cross society event in Invergordon drew strong attendance as Mr and Mrs Alex Pate were honored on Wednesday night. Organisers and attendees from district centres enjoyed a well attended gathering, with speakers and local groups participating.
Listings describe Numurkah stock sale next week with showy fat lambs and cattle entries, Cobram monthly sale on January 25 with 1800 sheep and varied stock, and a January 19 furniture sale in Numurkah by McNamara & Co. Yarding includes 100 sheep and 50 cattle opening stock. strong demand noted for both sheep and cattle with forthcoming entries and recommended attendance.
At a Kyabram Water Works Trust meeting officials protested a 25 per ton rise in chemical costs for town water purification. A letter from Sulphates Pty Ltd referenced a tax credit and noted filter alum price hikes due to raw material costs from wartime. The commissioners sought alternate suppliers and negotiated to match the lower price—securing supplies at the same rate after prior searches failed.
Wunghau defeated Numurkah by four sets while Beorgs ranches players Argt and L. Graham led wins over Morris Eddy and Howden Dann. Other matches included Moge Crayford, Carttales Newby, Morris Eddy, Moe Crayford, and Morris-Goldy with varying scores.
Three CP members Tuckett Kilpatrick and McDonald issue a joint statement defending the government against a central council coterie they say seeks to undermine the Dunstan government. They condemn internal attacks, warn unity is vital, and urge restraint to avoid damaging the state's history. Kilpatrick stresses peace and goodwill are essential at this time.
Katunga won by 7 runs after Drumanure were bowled out for 70. W Sellick 14 and B Gribben 12 were the only double-figure scorers. D Munro took 3 for 10 to star with the ball, as 7 down for 39 Katunga rallied behind L Christie 26 not out and a 41-run tail to seal victory with C Patrick 3 for 22 and Gribben 2 for 19 among the supporting bowlers.
Auctioneers J. McNamara & Co conduct a stock sale featuring170 ewes with lambs plus 108 fair wethers and 50 mixed cattle. Buyers include H Gribben B Hendy G Mier F Christie W Rowe and W Arnold. Names appear with bids or consignments as details list multiple lots and bidders.
J Burgman takes 7/27 and T Bourke 3/17 as Naring are bowled out for 59. Waughan then scores 194 for Waughan with seven wickets down, three batsmen retired. Bourke tops for Naring with 54, G Bourke 36, J Burgman retires after 35 and J Bourke 21. Saxton 2/26 tops bowling for Waughan.
The notice lists nine qualified persons whose names are not on the Legislative Council electorates roster and instructs them to submit enrolment card 2 at past ure offices by March 15. Also mentions club events at Numurkah and upcoming Wheatgrowers meetings in Strathmerton and Katanga with officer elections.
Schedule lists racing fixtures between January and May across Tatura Yarrawonga Dargalong Numurkah Barmah Mooroopna and St Patrick events. Dates include January 17 20 29 February 28 March 2 9 16 26 May 23 with multiple venues.
Numurkah defeated Kaarimba 104 to 89. J Martin led Numurkah with 40 and 6/16 bowling, while N Coe added 25. For Kaarimba W Linehan scored 46 and Jack Rourke 25 as the opening pair, with Jim Rourke taking 3/18 and E Betts 4/28 for the bowlers.
Cobram auctioneers J McNamara & Co announce a January 25 sale featuring 350 First Cross Ewes three years old, 200 First Cross Ewes three to four years, 100 Xbred Ewes two years, 100 Comeback Tired round mouth, plus 50 shorn Crossbred Ewe and Wether Lambs to be sexed. More lines expected as other agents also sell the same day, with well grown stock ready for yarding.
An OCR fragment lists J McNamara and Co with associates in Numurkah Nathalia Picola Cobram Katamatite and Strathmerton. It names agents for John Darling & Son Grain Merchants and references auctioneers stock and station agents. Also noted are various trust and insurance lineups and the Bulldog crude oil tractors.
January 1940 sale notices for Numurkah Cobram Strathmerton and Nathalia listing stock sales horses farming plant furniture wool and lands. Auctions include unreserved clearing sales near Cohen for Miss Mary Manipe Welleink and a cobram monthly stock sale with detailed consignments and local agents Dennys Lascelles Lid Arency Co Pry Ltd Wheat Ltd All risks. Trust money to lend. Conducted by Kilpat Land and Clearing Sales Rick & Co Campbell & Co Me Competent Staff.
A local listing promotes a facility with hot and cold baths and a sinily decorated, conveniently appointed dining room. The advertisement highlights a comfortable setting and easy access for visitors seeking rest and refreshment after bathing.
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