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Newspaper

Numurkah Leader

Location

Numurkah, Victoria, Australia

Date

Oct 20, 1936

Page

6

Numurkah Show Prize Winners and Exhibits Summary

The Numurkah Show lists prize winners across jams and jellies, preserves, and collections. Notable top exhibitor Mrs Burgess accumulates many firsts, with other frequent winners including Mrs Fowler and Mrs McCrabb. junior entries feature Miss Eva Burgess and Marjory Rogers in under 18s.

Fowler Mrs Burgess Burgess Cavanagh Mrs Ambler Mrs Rowe Numurkah Mrs Fowler Marjory Rogers Eva Burgess Bessie Fowler E. Meiklejohn H. B. McCrabb Marcus M. Carter Misa M. Carter W. Rowe A. E. Heard J. V. Duncombe W. J. Curtin J. McCrabb D. Jackson Misa Bessie Fowler R. J. Ambler

Numurkah district entries shine in needlework show

Judges Mrs Noerrie Melbourne and stewards W Fowler C Hilliard and others preside as entries rise in sections from four collections to more. Notable winners include Mrs J Anlezark and Miss Roma Field with numerous prizes across woollen and linen work while district schools show strong gains in schoolwork and team prizes, praising teachers and small schools for high standards.

J. Anlezark Numurkah Roma Field Ruby Mowl M. Yarwood K. McPherson J. McCrabb T. Miller Ivy Missen S.S

Paintings in Oils Show Strong Entry at Exhibition

Judge Miss J Williams presided as Nemerkah Stewards and others reviewed works by Micees FP Heard and M Kettle. Ivy Clarke led prize winners across several classes including Landscape Still Life and Seascape, with E Meiklejohn and E Cousens also taking first cards. D J Peach claimed chip and wood carving honors.

Ivy Clarke E. Meiklejohn E. Cousens D. J. Peach Miss Clarke J. Campbell L. J. Peach C. Berry Miss Windfred Wearne Alf. Wearne

Sectioned School Projects and Maps Listed by District

The document catalogs school projects across sections on mapping science and geography. Entries name Numurkah H.E.S. Niimurkeh Baulkamaugh North Yarroweyah Katamatite Mundoona Naring East Nathalia St Josephs and other schools with project topics and assignment numbers.

Cobram East School Mundoon Wanghau Cobram East Katamatite Invergordon Numurkah H.E Mundoona Yarroweyah Numurkah H.E.S Australia Numurkeh H.E Africa Baulkamaugh North Naring West S.S Wanghnu St. Joseph's Numurkah School Baulkam Naring East Nathalia H.E.S

Melbourne dog show awards list with multiple champions

Judge Tyzack presided as Melbourne Stewards distributed prizes among many owners. Master T. McMahon’s setter won the best dog in show and best sporting dog ribbon. J. B. Brooks took the best Collie cup. E. Coxon won best non sporting dog with a Pomeranian, plus multiple breed awards led by Retriever and Spaniel champions.

T. McMahon J. B. Brooks E. Coxon R. Maslin J. Greig N. A. Levings Graham Heard Mra Les. Baker M. Dickie J. Keast B. Cohen E. Trewin C. McPherson C. Limbrick A. Watters Marshall F. G. Moss J. Watts A. E. Heard Miss Wilma Collie F.*mcnamara A.O.V J. Campbell

Donor expresses concern over harmful sideshows at fair

The writer from The Parsonage Wunghnu urges the organizers to remove objectionable sideshows from the grounds. He notes children ages ten to fourteen are drawn to money-raising games and argues promoters seek personal gain, not amusement, urging the committee to act now for children and overall improvement.

Numurkah Dominate Naring In Ground-Bowled Victory

Numurkah overwhelmed Naring on their ground after Naring's early 25 all out. Key bowlers from Numurkah included H. Paterson 3/2 and W. Ward 3/12, with A. Battiscombe taking 2/8. Chief contributors for Numurkah were B. Simpson 46 not out and J. Martin 26. Naring's W Tyres led with 4/30 bowling. In reply, Numurkah posted 116 all out, with J. Martin and K. Tyres among the top contributors and Naring all out for 25.

Numurkah Naring H. Patterson J. Brooks W. Ward A. Battiscombe J. Martin K. Tyres W. Tyres N. Findlay B. Simpson W. Tyres Ees B. Staggard C Bunnett Tyres H. Paterson C Miller W. Saxton Hee

Need for registered aerodrome urged at Numurkah

A letter from a reader and Mr Ramsden advocates establishing a registered landing ground in Numurkah and Goulburn Valley. They praise local interest, note the district’s suitability for aircraft, and thank residents and local gentlemen for hospitality and support of the aerial pageant planned next month.

Numurkah Goulburn Valley Ramsden Harland, Coxon, Simpson

Christmas parcels and letters to the United Kingdom deadline alert

The Acting Deputy Director of Posts and Telegraphs Mr F W Arnold urges readers to post Christmas gifts and greetings in time for delivery to the United Kingdom and Europe. Parcel and small packet declarations are required. Mail closes at Melbourne for Orion and Maloja sailings on specified dates, with final posting times to reach the GPO.

United Kingdom Europe Melbourne London Orion G.P.O Spencer Street Arnold

Annual Ball Delights Crown Evening Event

The annual ball attracted a large attendance with about £616 at the door. Dr W H Hodge led the arrangements with a capable committee of both ladies and men assisting. Mrs F J Webster oversaw an efficient ladies committee managing the marquee supper, four sittings, and catering for nearly 400 dancers. The night proved highly enjoyable, closing a successful day.

W. H. Hodge F. J. Webster

Traffic Risk Little Time Saved Study in Sydney Hearing

Evidence before the traffic sub committee of the Road Safety Conference in Sydney compares risks in busy traffic. In American cities one driver saved minutes by risky routes while another used steadier pace. the time saved was not more than three minutes in any case, suggesting minimal benefit from riskier driving.

Sydney

Wanghnu Defeats Drumanure In Close Weekend Cricket Clash

Wanghnu won by nine wickets after Drumanure posted 80 run innings. Key contributions: B Gribben 29 R Ritchie 16 W Sellick 11. Sanders took 6 for 22 for Wanghnu and top-scored with 68 not out, aiding a double by Sanders with T Rourke 60 and A Graham 16. Extras 60 left the total at 167.

T. Rourke A. Graham I. Gribben B. Gribben R. Ritchie Sanders W. Sellick G. Bourke A. Gribben L Hodwe Coton S. Gribben M. White Gray A. Browne T. Bourke R. Harris Coxon J. Gribben G. Miller

Kaarimba and Waaia Endlevel Draw in Six-Wicket Fight

Kaarimba 82 Waaia 66 for six wickets match ends in a draw. Betts 32 Osborne 12 not out McClure 10 among top scorers for Kaarimba. Fowler 2/7 Cowan 2/11 and 2/9 led Waaia bowling. Fowler 31 and Wearne 15 contributed for Wasia. McArthur 2/18 Burgess 2/20 Betts 1/4 paced Kaarimba bowlers. Continuous details of individual scores and extras listed, match notes incomplete due to damaged text. Prior to next fixture vs Naring, the club remarks on ongoing season.

Kaarimba Waaia B. Betts J. Osborne S. McClure J. Fowler G. Cowan R. Cowan Wasia A. Wearne J. McArthur S. Burgess G. McArthur Fowler Rendell Jim Osborne O'Grady R. Trewin Rendall M. Cotter W. Linehan C Burgess Betts A. Cowan C. Cowan R. Tweddle W. Rendell Wee. Oy

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Elgin Highlights Greek Treasures in British Museum Visit

The Earl of Elgin states the first point to show visitors to Britain is the British Museum's unique collection of ancient Greek art and sculpture. He notes these treasures were saved from destruction by the efforts of his team and protectors, underscoring their significance.

Britain Earl of Elgin British Museum Greece Cates Ce

Notable Rugby Selection Turns Up For Findlay

Elected N Findlay captain A G Morris vice captain and those players with W Murray a selection committee H Paterson chosen as an emergency selector in the latest team decisions.

N. Findlay A. G. Morris W. Murray H. Paterson

Draw for Pennant C till October 24

Southern Division nearing fixtures list Waaia Drumanure versus Nu murkah Wunghnu versus Kaarimba Northern Katunga versus Cobram Finley versus Katamatitie Barooga versus Strathmerton October 31 Southern Numurkah versus Wunghnu Waaia versus Drumanure Kaarimba versus Naring Northern Katamatite versus Baroora Cobram versus Finley Strathmerton versus Kacunga November 7 Southern Drumanure versus Naring Wanghau versus Waain Numurkah versus Kaarimba Northern Finley versus Katunga Barooga versus Cobrarm Katamatite versus Strathmerton

Nearing Waaia Drumanure Numurkah Wunghnu Kaarimba Katunga Cobram Finley Katametitie Barooga Strathmerton Naring Katamatite Baroora

Keeping the House Cool in Summer

Practical vintage guide for housewives on staying cool in hot weather. Open windows and top vents for airflow while avoiding direct sun. Use sunblinds or striped awnings outside. For night cooling hang damp butter muslin at windows. Remove heavy curtains and excess furniture, keep floors clean, change vase water daily, and add kerosene to discourage insects.

Postage Rates Listed for The Leader Readers

The Leader lists international and domestic postage: Australia and New Zealand 11d, United Kingdom via France 1d, United Kingdom via All-sea Route 2s 6d, other British possessions 11d, and U.S.A. and foreign countries 1d.

the Leader Australia New Zealand United Kingdom France U.S.A

Ormond Plant Farm seed catalogue highlights 6d price list

Orchards and flowers listed include Antirrhinums Giant Cosmos Nasturtium Delphinium and Godetia among others with varieties such as Crimson Primrose Flame and Golden Yellow. Prices show 6d per packet with mixes and single colors, plus 2/6 for premium Ormond mixes and petunia varieties.

Meer Ormond Didiscus Coeruleus Godetia Sybil Sherwood Jrich Legion of Honor Nasturtium Ormond Atti Ormond Royal

Pure-Bred Clydesdale and Silver King Stallions Listed

Government Life Certificate details two stud figures at Lang i and Numurkah area. Glen Footprint stallion described with lineage, height, and foal terms. Also Silver King pony stallion promoted for stylish gigs with life certificate and season terms. Contact A E Bert Hea or W A Pave for more particulars.

Homeward Bound Stallion At Stud A Star Of Australian Trotting

Homeward Bound the dark brown stallion by Grand Voyage from My Homeward Bound stands at NARI. He proved himself a leading trotting sire with daughters performing in long distance racing and foals like Lady Homeward and Arrived Time excelling. A prominent Australian and New Zealand winner, he produced utility horses and sold good stock overseas. Fee is £4 4s with £1 due at season end. full details from S Mackenzie Curramar Numurkah.

Homeward Bound S.A Australia Lia N.Z First Voyage Austraia America Myrtle G Oinda India Government Life Melbourne Royal

Also Mentioned on This Page

G. Collie T. E. Harris Miss Harris Maisie Collie Jams Mra W. Burgess Mra J. Fowler S. Marcus W. Burgess Mra Burgess Miss Yarwood Winifred Wearne Mra Williams Monica Kirne Miss Hartshorne Maiden Sylvia Gainey Miss Kirne M. Haynes J. A. Anelzark F. Reynoldzon H.e. Trousseau Ruby Marrell Anelzark Mies Field Mins Field Miss Field Mra Anelmark J. Darcy Mra J. McCrabb Mc Baby McPherson McCrabb Mr Caldwell, B.A J. Anselark Stewards Mesera W. J. A. Doherty and W. B. Crayford Cobram School Mundoong Naring West School Dramantite School Mywee Bearn School Nathalia H.E Ah H.E.S School A Ares West South School Shepparton High School North Nathalia Jeumph Miss J. Williams Nemerkah W. Fowler C. Hilliard FP. Heard M. Kettle Miss Ivy Clarke Mr Tyzack Melbourne Stewards Mesers A W. K. Kiteley H. Sunderland K. Webster Lbn Paterson G. Saxton Findlay C. Bunnett Ward Leo R. Miller Paterson W Te Ay T. Saxton The Wunghnu Vy K. Sanders C. Coxen J.gray J. Hodge Kasrimba C Fowler B G. Cow Ethor Pennant Ormond Plant Farm Pty. Ltd Ormond, 8.E. 9 Vic Government Life Certificate of Langi West Numurkah Glen Footprint C.cs.b John McDougal the Glen Katandra Eires Worthy Footprint Worthy Machin Dunure Baron of Burki Lady Dale Major Dale C.S.B Allen Dale G.G Sir Hubert G.G.G Sir Everard Glenboo A. E Bert Tocumwal Road Numurket W. A Bill Stallio' Silver King Silver King G. Smal Notting Hill View Leo Banham Nellie Rcard MacKenzie “Curramar L.B
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