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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1940
Page
1
The Federal Government's wheat scheme is seen by most growers' organisations as offering relief and a breathing space, though some resent acreages limits and fodder quotas. It promises better planning and potential self sufficiency, while acknowledging hardships for low-rainfall wheat areas and the need for national population growth to support domestic supplies and industry.
Catholic mass schedule lists services on December 8 at Mundaring 9.30 and Mt Helena. No further details provided.
An advertisement lists six Re Nu products including Nu-Meral engine additive for 10 000 miles, CAR-NU glass restorer, KANT-Puncture seal, RE-NU Plastic Leather Rubber, MENDa-Leak radiator sealer, and RE NU Battery Welder. It invites trials and representatives, with C O D shipping from Re Nu Ltd Melbourne and free advice.
The annual general meeting of the Toodyay Volunteer Fire Brigade was held Sunday morning at the Fire Station with 16 members present. Officers for last year were re elected: Captain E. D. Sinclair Foreman E. D. Lee Apparatus Officer K. H. Thompson Secretary D. A. Clapman Auditors K. Lee and H. Davey.
Printed and published every Friday by R. W. Crosbie at Stirling Terrace Toodyay Western Australia. Local notices and community updates appear weekly keeping residents informed on town affairs and upcoming events.
Next Thursday local patrons may view Destiry Rides Again featuring Marlene Dietrich and James Stewart at Toodyay Town Hall. Supporting feature The House of Fear stars William Gargan and Irene Hervey in the ula west.
In Melbourne a Western Australia representative handed to A I F authorities an ambulance bought by the Moora community. The town raised funds from public subscription in just over seven weeks.
Nelson Eddy and Ilona Massey lead the operetta Balalaika at the Capitol Theatre Northam on Friday Saturday and Monday evenings. The film follows Old Russia before during and after the Revolution and is adapted from Eric Maschwitz's London stage musical.
A Toodyay school group visited Perth on Friday with teachers guiding the party. One young girl briefly went missing, triggering a broadcast, yet the educational impact of the excursion remained positive.
A heavy Monday downpour totaling 167 points disrupted the yearly rainfall total and harmed wheat crops while benefiting vineyards. November's rainfall reached 13 points against a ten year average of 9 points. From 1/1/40 to 30/11/46 total rainfall was 303 points with four November days of rain and 77 days of rain since 1/1/40 to 30/11/40.
Mr Wise argues postwar trade may be government driven with state control of production. He notes the ten year wheat scheme, though flawed in details, is designed for a decade to allow modifications and achieve goals unattainable by short-term plans.
The Toodyay Rifle Club will suspend range activities for weeks. A trophy shoot funded by Mrs. H. Raves saw F. Bradford win with a popular score. Other season trophies will be presented at the Wednesday club meeting. Scores from last Sunday include Bradford 19 and Crosbie 13.
Dorcas reports Mrs. T. F. Christie and family depart Toodyay on Saturday for a trip to South Australia. J. K Kirkpatrick previously managed the Toodyay Road Board power plant and moved to city work last Tuesday. Reg Twine undergoes knee surgery at Northam Hospital during his agricultural college scholarship training.
Railway notes list Norwood choosing to remain at Gaba long after appointment as motor driver at Perth. Transfers include L. L. Herrod as driver in charge and Toby Berteaux as fireman moving to Northam.
The Woening and Calingiri wheat bins will be emptied in a few days and the new season’s crop is expected to be received thereafter.
The Federal Government announces a rush by election for Swan on December 21 following the death of Mr Harry Gregory. The Country Party candidate promotes metropolitan support and cooperation from loyal country voters to retain the seat, authorised by T. W. Marwick, York.
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