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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1941
Page
3
Fragmented notes discuss a stabilisation plan amid market fears and government moves. It mentions growers, associations, and possible harm to wheat prices, urging cautious cooperation and contemplation of the plan's effects on producers and policy.
The State Government will subsidize foals from approved stock to improve quality of heavy horses in Victoria. Despite small sums, this support encourages mare owners to breed better stock, boosting horsepower on farms and in transport. Petrol rationing has accelerated demand for good horses, with signs of renewed interest among breeders and farmers.
Local notice urges boys and parents to avoid entering paddocks with grazing sheep and lambs. It cites incidents of dogs mauling a lamb, some boys watching the dog while the animal was killed, and warns that hunting on farm lands may be banned if warnings are ignored. Owners fear further losses as lambs face natural and added threats from pests.
Fragmentary text discusses guarantees, arbitration, and government wage concerns. It mentions workers, overtime, and a fear of employment terms, but lacks coherent details or identifiable entities.
The last day of the war savings year on June 30 boosted sales across Australia. Commonwealth and Victoria led with about £ 139,000 in certificates, while New South Wales sold £ 5,000 and Western Australia and Tasmania were quieter. The fiscal year total reached £ 222,516,356, surpassing the initial quota and marking strong progress against the May 1940 targets.
The piece argues that men in essential war industries are overburdened while ammunition workers’ pay lags behind soldiers’ risks. It urges the government to set reasonable living costs and for Parliament to ensure work in essential war industries is properly regulated to share sacrifice amid national peril.
A social evening was held on June 26 by the Boulkamaugh 1.0.R. in honor of Bro. W. Robinette of RAAF. He spoke, noting that drink was harder in the Air Force than the A.L.F., but it could be obtained, and he was not afraid of that temptation.
Rain fell heavily last week totaling 49 I points as residents report. Barney Coucher has been killed in action after enlisting early in the war. He was a prominent football player in the community. Foxes are abundant around the district. poultry farms near town boundary report up to 60 fowls vanished in a few nights. Over the river a farmer caught 13 foxes in a week.
Club's championship leading cards list J Jones 93 86 E Kilgour 93 94 J Handicap 72 Ian Learmonth 25 75 E Kilgour 8 76 Associates Champion sp second round Miss Learmonth Mrs J Jones 102 106 Mrs Barfield 106 109 12 holes Stroke Mrs J Jones 22 50 Barfield 24 52 Learmonth 14 57
Nathalia locals Frank Trewin and Keith Grinter enlisted in the A and Fraser Street Nathalia shows. Mrs R Nash learns her husband Pte R Nash is a prisoner of war in Corinthia. Last week Nathalia saw 93 points of rain boosting crop prospects. Yalta lighter. Red Cross officers named for the year include President Mrs B J Binger and secretary Miss Inrael with an executive committee and buyers.
Mr R F C Lynch leader for Numurkah and district for the Home Guard visited Piola and Barmah to form a unit. A number of residents expressed willingness to join. Enrolment details available from Mr W H Schier Barmah Est.
Brilliant sunshine lit the Invergordon school as a patriotic sports gathering raised funds for the district's war effort. Dignitaries opened the event, stalls boosted by patrons, and competitions included nail driving, football kicking, a bicycle race, and weight guessing with totals expected between 150 and 60 pounds. Red Cross volunteers packed waste bags and parcels, with the August 7 annual meeting date announced for the Invergordon branch.
Weather kept attendance low at Katamatite Welfare Association annual meeting led by President Mr Mills. Balance sheet showed a credit over £38. The group detailed monthly comforts for district servicemen and urged continued public support. Officers listed include President Millay Vice President Dr W Mead Secretary J Bic Lachlan Treasurer Mrs W Lear Month. Committees named, condolence note sent to Mr K Hughes. A CW A meeting noted demonstrations of making mine sweepers gloves by Mrs Randle from Shepparton. Swine roll announced as next meeting event with social tea by Mrs Davie and Misses M and J Dickle. Minutes mention resignation of Mina P McPherson and Mrs Ashton’s donation.
The Wunghnu Methodist Church marked its silver jubilee with morning afternoon and night services led by Rev J Penna. Attendance from nearby circuits including Katamatite Numurkah Nathalia and Shepparton was strong. Gifts recognized long-standing attendees G Crozier Mrs Crozier and H Dudley, with music by Strickland and a large tea for 300 diners.
At the annual meeting of the Indies' committee of the Soldiers Welfare and Comforts Fund officers were re-elected: President Mrs W Christie, Secretary Miss Madge Mitchell, Treasurer and Vice President Miss E O'Brien. The Indies reported completed work for the year including 119 pairs of socks 51 balaclava helmets 66 caps 12 verses 22 scarves 8 pullovers 5 cuffs 2 pairs long khaki stockings and 2 pairs long stockings.
A list of upcoming events includes B Town Hall Pictures featuring The Underpup Charlie McCarthy Detective and supports, Numurkah Red Cross exhibitions, Town Hall Pictures showing U Boat 29 Money to Burn and Supports, The Henpeckers in Numurkah, Katandra B L L Annual Ball, and Numurkah Catholic Ball with altered date.
A compact wartime roll calls American and Allied personnel by initials and surnames, noting many air force members and a few navy names. The list includes Freee St, Alice Bates, Dickie G. H., J. A. Venables, W. F. Well, and C. D. Williams among others, reflecting service across branches.
J McNamara and Co Auctioneers stock and station agents advertise trust monies to lend at low rates Swern valuations and local agents for Dodge Bros 6 cylinder cars and trucks Commercial Union Prudential Orient Line steamers Australian Estates and Mortgage Co Ltd bulldog crude tractors and other offerings by factional partners in Nathalia and Strathmerton
A fragmented sale calendar lists Numurkah stock sales on July 9 16 and 20 with Kilpat Patrick McLellan & Co J McNamara Co Campbell and Sons Cobram monthly sales and a Nathalia pig sale. Also notes Cobram and Cobram Kilpatrick McLellan joint entries and Camp bel Co days.
An insurance notice outlines coverage for general risks including livestock, fencing, and tractor or vehicle incidents. The policy mentions Cooper or related sheep dip services and a broad risk scope across livestock and property.
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