Rainfall Averages For District From 1888 to 1927
The table shows the district’s average annual rainfall over 1888 1927 at 16.68 inches and the May October wheat growing period average at 10.21 inches over the same years.
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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1928
Page
3
The table shows the district’s average annual rainfall over 1888 1927 at 16.68 inches and the May October wheat growing period average at 10.21 inches over the same years.
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Melbourne Aerodrome marks its fourth year of operation since June 1924 with no fatalities in 600,692 miles flown and 9,287 passengers carried. In 1926 two feeder routes were added, connecting Melbourne to Hay and Broken Hill to Mildura, synchronized with the Adelaide to Cootamundra air line. The post war single engined fleet achieved this milestone, a feat unmatched by any other serial mail service in the British Empire. The distance equals about 24 world circumnavigations at the equator or nearly three trips to the moon.
In Ivanhoe opening a Presbyterian fair, Chief Inspector of Schools Mr McRae praised church engagement in community life and sport while joking golf may be either a game or a disease. He noted golf’s origin in Scotland and quipped its grip can rival religion for some, provoking laughter.
A playful verse revels in golf triumphs from tee to green and bunker recovery. It compares grand shots with the ultimate joy of reaching the bar after a hot day. The speaker finds deeper delight in relaxing after the game, savoring the celebratory drink.
The Tatura and Kyabram agricultural societies failed to agree on mutually suitable show dates. Numurkah and Tatura settled with Numurkah holding the day after Tatura, while Kyabram decided to proceed with arrangements for their show despite the council's refusal to alter dates or submit to arbitration.
A. R. Lilley, a teacher from Shepparton, will visit Numaurkab to discuss terms for Trescy's Music Purp. The notice lists Vielis and Masdelis as related names and locations.
A thrift campaign urges careful spending and saving. It notes that peace of mind comes from prudent finances, highlights the Savings Bank as essential thrift aid, and reminds readers there is a Savings Bank agency in every post office in Australia.
An advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for cross, feverish, or irritable children. It claims relief from bilious stools, sour stomach, and indigestion, noting it cleanses the bowels within hours. The copy urges mothers to buy the genuine product and avoid imitations.
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