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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 07, 1940
Page
4
Brabender Bros Wool Merchants at Melville Street Numurkah opposite Conon's Garage advertise they are buying wool as usual.
The debate over Saturday half-holiday in Victoria pits towns like Numurkah against others that keep shops open. Parliament allowed only towns already observing the half-day to continue, while Shepparton and Kyabram push for reform. Public bodies, unions, and local newspapers weigh the economic impact and historical precedents amid calls to align with the law and avoid a trade exodus.
A heated exchange criticizes the Chamber of Commerce for withholding names from the press and delaying a vote on a Saturday half holiday. The writer argues for democratic debate, public discussion, and needed legislation to allow traders to close on Saturdays, noting essential services and transport.
The Wheat Advisory Committee discussed Dundee as a growing but rust vulnerable variety in southern and western New South Wales. Fedweb 1, developed by Dr Waterhouse in the northwest, is seen as a potential replacement with trials planned next season to expand suitable varieties for the region.
Mr T P Taylor outlines the Mulwala Canal as a major irrigation artery serving Berriquin Wakool and Deniliquin, with 100 mile reach and 2500 take-offs. Wakool district spans 502,300 acres, 211 holdings, 40,000 water rights, 324 miles of channels costing £419,000, drawing from Edward River then Mulwala Canal. Fat lamb farming prospects, pastures of oats Wimmera rye and clover, lucerne, Sudan grass, millet and sorghum, with regular top-dressing and water management, are developed for efficient grazing and soil improvement.
The piece notes that wheat growers faced a global downturn but many shifted to fat lamb raising as a viable, credit and land‑dependent pathway. It highlights fat lamb production as a lasting, favorable prospect in Australia, especially if war conditions continue.
War does not harm major exports. shipping space for wool meat and butter is available. UK aims to secure urgent needs with long term contracts. Britain and France expected to require large wool, meat, and other products. Overdrafts run high as payments lag. 1.5 million tons wheat expected to ship by year end. overseas sales and ship tonnage improve. Hitler Youth decree provokes mixed Nazi maternal reactions. broadcasts plead for support. Maginot Line figure Andre Maginot's wartime rise and postwar idea.
An Australian advisory committee chaired by Clive McBheison outlines plans for a central supply system of new and secondary items. The group discusses funding, implementation, and the role of the board in guiding the project, with emphasis on coordination and supervision across stages.
The article blends a local legal drama with personal testimony surrounding a failed estate matter and a court ruling on a mortis causa legacy. It notes Bradley’s death, Young as beneficiary, and a decision about funds from a donor. It also mentions a plumber’s work dispute and a public appeal for cooperation along the Belgian frontier to prevent repeats.
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