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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 06, 1931
Page
3
A chaotic Saturday exhibition between Wanghau and rival Imperial forces sparked running clashes and police intervention. Spectators clashed, resulting in punctured balls, scattered fights, and the game halted amid a surge of crowd unrest and controversy over officiating.
Yabba defeated the Namar kah Imperials 11.10 to 4.1 in a hard fought match. Key contributors for Yabba were D. Shiels McGrath Rush Doyle Dillon with strong defense from Schefferle E Shiels and McGrath. Imperials got late boosts from Coxon K Crozier and Chalker's efforts as Newby subbed in for A Williams.
Yarrawonga Shire health inspector Mr S A Greig urges residents to combat a looming mosquito nuisance after heavy rains. He details breeding sites in tanks, tins, and pools, recommends oil films to suffocate larvae, and advises draining stagnant water and removing weeds.
A satirical verse tone mocks the figure cocky farmer and the nation’s burden. It contrasts sympathy for Cocky with criticism of others who have benefited or spent loot, portraying Cocky as central to the country’s troubles and metaphorically as the anchor root.
A tongue in cheek set of blessings urges shopkeepers to advertise and cooperate with the Editor to boost the town’s reputation. It notes altered publication days and announces Dr Coombs of Katamatite will visit Tungamah on Monday and Thursday each week for events of real interest.
The Katandra District Football Association grand final at Katamatite last Saturday between Yabba and Numurkah Sm. Perils degenerated into chaos. Reports describe a disgraceful exhibition with disorder on and off the ground and concerns over conduct and sportsmanship.
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Auctioneers Katamatite Strathmerton Cobram Numurkah and Strathmerton Trust advertise openings for stock sales across Numurkah Cobram Nathalia and Katamatite with liberal prizes for stock products and school work. A special trust money lending service and swan valuations are offered with a special train from Tatura to Numurkah and exhibits from the Tatura Show.
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