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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 24, 1944
Page
3
A lengthy report reviews debates over drought relief for farmers, including government measures, ministerial statements, and critic voices. It notes discussions on wheat prices, policy aims, and the economic impact on rural communities, with emphasis on outcomes for farmers and the political response.
Members urged the executive to hear their opinions and to say what it has failed to do. Mr Formby defended its efforts while noting unresolved issues. Discussion covered wheat pricing, quota payment legality, and inquiries by officers, with calls for district resolutions and policy formalization.
The town hall screens Bombardier and three more features with a star lineup including Randolph Swat O’Brien Anne Shirley and Esile Albert. Pirates of the Prizes, The Miracle of Morgan's Crook, He Hired the Boss and others join a slate featuring Betty Hutton Eddie Bracken Diana ran and William Demarest in a night of comedy and action amid a batch of vigilante tales and wartime drama.
The Numurkah Hotel advertises it cannot guarantee continuous liquor supplies until the war ends but assures the rest of its accommodation remains available. The dining room quality and guest room comfort are highlighted as a feature of the hotel during this period.
Readable text urges citizens to recycle waste paper to aid the war effort. The note emphasizes collective action, mentions local collection points, and highlights a community drive with a simple call to participate. The wording reflects wartime morale and practical support.
A Numurkah Wheatgrowers Association branch meeting formed a Inland Killing Project committee with members from the Agricultural Society and local chambers to advocate Numurkah as a site for inland kill. The group will seek representation from related bodies and push for nearby facilities to support irrigation growth and secondary industries.
Leading teacher and adjudicator in Melbourne for over 20 years offers elocution instruction with Ailsa guiding sessions at Tocumwal Road. Limited spots available for dedicated students seeking improved speech and presentation.
A fragment lists multiple upcoming auctions and sales across Numurkah Nathalia Cobram and surrounding districts. Entries include unreserved clearing sale at Katamatite North on October 25 for Mr Thomas Armstrong farm, Cobram monthly sale on October 26, Numurkah stock sales on November 10 and 11, and a farm auction including a 50 acre irrigated wheat crop for Mr D Gillespie. References to local firms and insurers appear as context for the sales.
A great opportunity for those in dry areas to secure fodder for their stock. Vendors urge quick action as supplies are limited and demand remains high for farmers facing drought conditions.
Odd collection of sale and agency notices from Numurkah including listings for Oct ober properties, two gal low buildings, removal at town hall, stock sale events, and local agents. Mentions Mc Local Agents for Agency Bunge Ltd Wheat Exporters National Insurance Co of NZ and Cooper's Sheep Dip Wears Sold.
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