Average rainfall figures for district and growing period
The table shows the district average rainfall for 1883 to 1928 was 16.54 inches. The wheat growing period May to October averaged 10.01 inches over the same years.
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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 27, 1929
Page
3
The table shows the district average rainfall for 1883 to 1928 was 16.54 inches. The wheat growing period May to October averaged 10.01 inches over the same years.
A Mooroopna Hospital Board sub committee proposes voluntary weekly deductions from permanent employees to fund maintenance costs. The plan aims for 3d weekly contributions, collected by employers and sent quarterly via local committees, after Labour Department review. The scheme, tested for one year, would require local committee formation and board support.
The Harvest Home and Country picnic at Yalea on March 16 drew broad attendance from district visitors. Officials and hosts celebrated a memorable day with spirited races across girls and boys divisions, high jump, bowling, and various contests, while reminisces flowed and the event’s spirit promised to endure for years.
The article argues the wheat industry faces high costs and low world prices, urgingOrganised action to fix prices locally and promote bulk handling. It details the Victorian Wheat-growers Association formed in 1927 28 and plans for an Australia-wide body with state conferences beginning in St Arnaud April 16 18.
Patchells new store opposite Shamrock Hotel Numurrah offers fresh groceries and a wide ironmongery stock of labor saving appliances. Shoppers invited to inspect and trial items.
Agency for Golden Fleece Benzine Summit Power Kerosene Central Fire seurance Houses Furniture Growing Crops Haystacks etc.
The Leader invites readers in Australasia to help continue its service to the important district. Proprietors welcome paragraphs on any district functions or events unknown to them, with social items especially encouraged for inclusion.
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