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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 29, 1929
Page
5
The report highlights high scoring by multiple teams including Cobram with 16.11 and others, noting big results and a few low scorers. Details are fragmented but emphasize a busy fixture period with upcoming matches and standings.
The notice details a carnival with fancy dress prizes, band performances, and varied contests after a football match, inviting public support and donations. Separately, an automotive feature explains how modern car design raises engine load, stressing the role of new Mobiloil grades from Vacuum Oil Co to improve starting, efficiency, and safety.
Reports of first class coal at Dixon and Patchett's mine near Oaklands promise cheaper power for Oaklands households. A sensational bank-to-bank transfer in Chicago and a 10 counterfeit note scare near Tocumwal underscore security concerns. An Australian rice crop judge warns of a poor season despite high hopes. A Perth miser hid wealth in his hat but his plan failed, while Katanga rymakers promise an excellent programme and a dance to follow.
Secrecy surrounds Northerners and Southerners football lineups with named players listed for both sides. Umpires are George Staggard and Jim Smith. A dubious training food claim involving crow’s blood is reported as secret defense against rivals. Motors in Wanghsu run by women as men train by walking. Tug of war team includes Paddy Mulcahy Joe Wilson Bill Maidment and Jack Gleeson.
The notice lists upcoming stock sales in Numurkah Nathalia Cobram Katamatite Strathmerton and surrounding towns with dates in May and June plus pig and poultry sales and major livestock auctions. It also advertises land for sale across Victoria and New South Wales and mentions clearing sales in both states.
Numurkah stock sale advertise two pages listing 500 C B Wethers 4 to 6 tooth fat crossbreds and weaners, 180 X B ewes 4 tooth now lambing, 120 fat lambs, 100 Shropshire weaners, and crossbreds from Vic and NSW districts. Auctioneers J McNamara & Co. announce June 19 sale and fortnights thereafter horses cattle sheep pigs.
A scratch match served as a pipe opener before the main games. Numurkah Imperials defeated Drumanure on Drumanure's ground by 8.10 to 4.4 in a Saturday practice clash featuring Katandra, Yabba and nearby clubs.
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