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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1940
Page
4
A promotional piece extols advertising as the quickest and most efficient way to move goods, urging merchants to advertise to reach buyers and boost sales, claiming it is the affordable engine of modern commerce.
The report covers Wania League rainfall averages from 1888 to 1938 totaling 16.39 inches, with tables and figures showing monthly distributions. It notes district irrigation promises and calls for action by government and local leagues, citing a conference and a planned meeting on October 11 at 3 pm.
Six Jehovah's Witness young men applied for exemptions from Defence Act training. Mr Wood SM dismissed their petitions in Burwood Police Court NSW, ruling they did not prove they were ministers of religion. William Lloyd Barry testified about his role since 1936 and his service as a minister with no permanent parish, assigned to various districts.
A Numurkah Irrigation League letter to the Premier and Numurkah Chamber of Commerce urges priority for a channel from the Yarrawongs weir to Picola. It argues drought years, low wheat prices, and wartime costs justify irrigation over silos, noting military and postwar land returns and calls for government cooperation.
At Kitunga Irrigation League annual meeting Katanga league decided to telegram MLA Mr J G B McDonald urging immediate action to complete water channels. The motion cites drought and low prices harming dairying fat lambs and wheat, urging diversified farming and irrigation to expand sidelines and protect farmers holdings.
Excerpts show German war broadcasts labeled false and harmful, with calls for Muslims to resist Nazism. A tribute to Australian nurses praises their skill and service in the Middle East. Muslim leaders in Singapore urge solidarity with Britain against fascism, and Malaya Chinese rally support with funds for the war effort. Africa and East Africa perspectives stress loyalty to the Empire. Italian entry prompts encouragement to defend women and cattle in Kenya.
The Welfare and Comforts Fund reports a farewell function for 50 A.S. men with receipts of 40 14 and a surplus of 11 9 after expenses. Gala ball and carnival nights expect gross receipts of 150 and 110 respectively. Miss Lorna West won the ball prize, a crystal tray and powder bowl donated by Dr. Coombe. Envelopes, prizes, and stock donations boosted the fund. lamb contributions promised by farmers. A public farewell is planned for Private D. M. Marviss, with parcels sent to overseas district men and a community Christmas rake. Rags, papers, and bottles have been sorted or sold for despatch and proceeds.
Australian soldiers in Boauh held their first tartiall game of the season on a tillage green, with regimental uniforms and mixed codes. The improables beat the missed rivals by 11 points in a fast paced clash, a lighthearted demonstration of camaraderie among officers and privates alike in a fanatical Soccer zone.
An early 20th century advert touts Heenzo as a quick acting internal remedy for coughs and colds claiming savings for households. The copy emphasizes the product’s three special features and its money saving appeal.
A report warns employers not to penalise workers who return after training under national security rules. It notes fines of £25 to £50 and wages withheld during reinstatement disputes. Ministers stress employers must pay workers during reemployment and avoid penalties that hinder return to service.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a town hall event and Castle Lathe with unclear references to dates and activities. It seems to describe a gathering or performance with local details obscured by errors. No cohesive facts or names clearly emerge from the readable segments.
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