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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 03, 1925
Page
9
An editorial fragment argues life hinges on will and resolve. It presents a stoic creed urging perseverance, defiance of fear, and the belief that victory belongs to the determined, asking which side one chooses in life’s ongoing struggle.
In Ballarat officials discussed sewerage for Horsham and Merham. Mr Patterson and others cited cost savings and infection prevention, urging urgent hygienic sewers to support town growth and county health.
Local paper notes a schedule for Che Bhorsham Cimcs with editions issued twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays.
A concluding note on the current effort toward a hospital movement and open train abolition. The piece praises committees for their labor and thanks the public for support while signaling a larger project, a parallel health lodge, to address urgent town needs and ongoing reforms.
Weather continues to disrupt farm work as drought and rainless days slow harvests. Readers are reminded of the upcoming Tuesday publication and a comparison shows reduced posts versus last year.
In Bt Yehiende a hearse laden with eight occupants including two women and a child was startled by a motorcycle. The carriage swerved into a verandah post and the gig overturned. Mr. Coates controlled the horses to keep it from toppling onto the ladies. All victims suffered severe checks but are not seriously hurt.
The Horsham High Show site will be prepared next week by contractor G B Cull of Northcote. He visited Horsoam on Tuesday to arrange necessities. A brick-free area and rail weight modification are planned to create separate sporting grounds for boys and girls on the school premises. Adjoining the Bogh School, a 40 acre property has been purchased for suburban development.
The Horsham Police Court remanded a German immigrant named Wilhelm Ernest Tohamne after he failed to answer roll call and was described as missing. In a separate incident, Mr. E Crichton survived a 3 PM scaffold collapse at the Horsham gas works when a six foot pipe fell. workmate Burke aided his rescue and Drs Pelstead Black treated the injured man who faces about a month of recovery.
The article describes a new direct connection and telegraph trunk line from Melbourne to Hamilton. It notes reduction of waste and repetition in verbal messages, with Morse code also usable. The system, though disputed in places, promises benefits to Horsham and the northwestern region.
A note lists court of distraction with a charity aim and urges arrests to bear a grave charge. Motor cars may enter via the south gate on carnival day for 2 shillings per vehicle, with free admission at night.
Obstruction near the Shire Hall corner blocks Roberts Avenue as cars park under a convenient tree. One to three cars often park abreast, creating danger for turning traffic from Empirebrace Street. Until enforcement arrives, a temporary measure to prevent blocking the thoroughfare is urged.
Constable Kearney questioned a man on Firebrace Street last Friday afternoon who matched a former inmate profile. The man walked away toward Dimbouli after giving his name and claiming he came from Stawell. The next morning a Police Gazette notice warned of a person matching the same name escaping Mont Park Mental Home on the 5th.
A youth rider from Meotherson Street suffers strain after a long ride and is hospitalized. Doctors warn against riding for at least twelve months while he recovers and improves.
The Rev E G Petherick will preach at Hersham Presbyterian Church of Soniar in the morning on sickness and visitation. Miss Augie McClennen will sing Ye are Despised and My Pros Tt is Enouph at the latter service. Dooen service at ft one o'clock and the Dooen nunpte meet Thursday April float. Mr W H Eliott will preach next Sunday at East Wonwen dah Leharem and Drung South.
Que ondar next services will com puted at 8 am with a prayer hour. Two public services include retiring collections for the Hornham maternity ward appeal. Rev. T. B. Indian preaches at 11 am and 7 pm on The Ministry of Restoration and The Pre-eminence of Charity. Lord's Supper observed. Sunday school anniversary at 3 pm. Rev. T. Indian and Rev. T. PF. Stanley to preach. Celebrations continue Wednesday evening.
At the Licensing Court sitting in Melbourne on Monday transfers were granted for Commercial Horsham from J. Anderson to J. E. O Shea and Royal Bunyup from J. J. Hardy to D. S. Stantev.
Dentist Mr W B Thomas will consult at the Exchange Hotel all day in Norsham. Offers painless extractions and natural looking teeth at low prices with guaranteed work and new resilient teeth that feel natural and stay in place.
On Friday April 24 Vietoria schools will mark Anzac Day with pupils delivering addresses focused on soldiers sacrifices loyalty and achievements. Mr P Wauseon, acting Director of Education, urges speeches by lead teachers visitors and returned soldiers. A flagging feature is the starting of the song and the National Anthem will be sung at the close.
A poised soprano Madame Galli Curei Horsham headlines Melbourne concerts before friendly crowds in Sydney and Melbourne. The piece notes her reception expected at Byap's Arcade and highlights an advertisement by Morera Dennyn Tan celles Ltd Melbourne offering 5200 acres freehold 20 from Swan WM between Wakool and Murmy.
Delegates hold a 3 30 business meeting at the Methodist Church to elect the president and district officers. Horsham C E members host tea at Jubilee Hall at 5 30. Junior C E presents The Gleaners at 7 45 followed by a rally presided by the new president with special singing and addresses by Rev T H Indian.
The Ararat Chronicle will publish its last issue, joining the Geelong Standard and Ballarat Star in ceasing publication. Rising material costs and high wage rates are cited as the main reasons for the shutdown.
The nine months to March show customs revenue at £28,380,045 versus £25,500,000 expected, a surplus of £2,880,045. The figures illustrate the Commonwealth Treasurer Dr Page under estimating receipts for 1924 25.
Projections show at least 5.9 million voters likely to exercise the vote, a Commonwealth record. Past averages hovered around 1.5 million, with 959 percent turnout last election in WS. Current electors total 1,106,058 and high turnout is expected as voting becomes compulsory.
At Dimboola Police Court Messrs Rettke and Peters en prosecuted under the Health Act for insanitary slaughtering premises and feeding swine with raw offal. Evidence states walls floors and yard were filthy at inspection on February 5 and an employee had neglected duties. A fine of £5 on each for the first charge and £3 for the second, plus costs, was imposed.
The Geelong wool sales will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, April 7 and 7, with about 11 500 bales offered by four houses. Dalgety & Co Ltd plans a large Wednesday sale featuring a strong catalog of merit crossbred and wooled offerings from western and eastern districts near South Australia.
Victorian audiences hear Herbert Carroll, famed for vaudeville, now presenting Why he left the stage for the Prohibition Platform. Critics hail him as a clever pianist and engaging entertainer, offering an hour of pioneering material at the Tow Mall, Horshan, on Monday night.
Mr Ingham continues the New Testament address series on Regeneration at Horsham Whitechurch. He will preach The Man of Sorrows during the Easter season. Two services are set for Haven on Sunday with an afternoon communion service at Tofelork led by Mr Ingham. Mr J A Millar will also preach.
The Green Park Presbyterian Sunday school held a social in the hall on Wednesday evening. Rev. E. G. Petherick chaired and praised past work by Miss Dadswell and Mr J Chapman. Gifts, games, and a planned war honor roll for past scholars were discussed with committee support.
A horse and cart owned by Mrs. Turner of Surface Hill, Ararat, was struck by a motor car driven by Mr. Louis Thompson of Jung near Vincent and Barkly streets. The horse suffered a leg wound but no serious injuries occurred. the car driver stopped promptly to assist.
At Ballarat East’s railway level crossing a 740 am down tram struck a broken gate caused by a tradesman’s cart. Adam Fletcher of Beulah escaped serious injury with leg and other hurts. Two fellow passengers, including Mr. Hunter of Auburn, were shaken. one remained unharmed as the carriage end and two compartments damaged. An Oregon beam crushed the end of a carriage and pierced the next car, the beam depth about twenty feet.
In a May trotting meeting at Mildura Oakwood Lad finished second to Kend Wing as Clokesweod Lad trotted 19 lengths with a wary backing crowd railing at the event. The inquiry noted rough language from backers while stressing the outcome.
Victoria must boost timber self sufficiency within thirty years by reserving forest areas and planting fast growing trees. Creswick shows small forests on oil mining sites prove the approach works, with calls to extend such plantings across arid regions and other towns.
Wi Byresell 6 Mawhies to Mr celebrated im St Johns Church of England Horsham in April 1.
In Melbourne City Court Detective Inspector Olholm Detective O Sullivan and Detective McPherson faced charges of demanding money. Prosecution says on February 12 at Londonderry Hotel Collingwood they took two cases of gin two tea packs and two shillings. They claimed goods were uncustomed. Callaghan offered £4500. later £1000 secured. Case adjourned to next day.
The Horsham Concert Party wrapped last night at Horsham Town Hall with proceeds announced as £166 short of a £2 4 estimate. Donations from multiple districts listed include Horsham £215 Brimpaen £14 Morton £100 Enat Wonwonduh £77 and a wool donation worth £100.
In Parliament, Mr Thurtle of Labor questions Australian troops duty and calls for milder treatment of British soldiers. Sir Worthington Evans replies the comparison is misleading while regional conditions differ and warns against stirring mischief. Colonel White defends Australian conduct amid desertion and discipline concerns.
The court found Itherine Thorpe guilty of murdering her married lover, a pianist, in a love triangle. Jurors rejected her claim of innocence as guards led her to the cell after the judge ordered the death sentence. Witnesses testified she stabbed the musician after claiming another woman attracted him.
An extraordinary situation at Somkele in Zululand sees several settlers marooned for days as unprecedented floods drive hippos and crocodiles into farms. A settler reports hippos near his door and crocodiles roaming the vegetable garden, displaced by flooding.
Reginald Wilson general secretary says the British Empire Union will make direct representations to the Government. He notes Wembley Exhibition authorities view on selling foreign goods and plan to address the issue with officials.
A court in Ballarat hears a youth’s case of theft and forgery connected to his father’s shop. The defendant, after leaving school, forged checks and used his father’s money, prompting counsel to discuss consequences and possible sentencing.
A large gathering at Pimpinio School heard ALH Robertson praise soldiers who answered the call. A. S. Rodgers unveiled the honor roll and stressed duty, loyalty, and lasting citizenship.
A Jerusalem message describes a formidable motor car procession crawling up the Mount of Olives to Government House where Sir Herbert and Lady Samuels hosted a brilliant reception on the eve of the Earl of Balfour opening the new Hebrew University. The assembly included representatives from all Palestine.
The Chamber of Deputies debated students in the Latin Quarter Paris on Saturday and passed a government confidence vote by 31 to 220. Education Minister Albert condemned the movement as political and rejected sabotaging university education or limiting students' appointment of professors.
Eighty four people died when a pontoon bridge on the River Weser collapsed yesterday in Germany. Seventy eight remain missing. Officials blame the disaster on overloaded pontoons crammed with 150 soldiers beyond the 100 limit.
The deaths occurred in Adelaide after a brief illness of Mr John Anderson chemist Nhill aged 57. The funeral of the late Mrs A T Gray Edenhope was held after a short church service with a grave service led by Rev C R Houston assisted by Rev B A Greenham. Pall bearers were E Clark E Wynmer J Clark B Edwards J Whittingham and T Whittingham. Funeral arts were handled by Mr BE A Horsham.
Melbourne correspondent reports a fatal accident at the motordrome where two competitors were severely injured. The coroner recommends measures to prevent further deaths as injuries threaten safety at the event.
A report notes opium discovery at a junction site with authorities inspecting the area. Details are limited but the find is described as significant by local officials. No suspects or exact quantities are disclosed in available text.
A historical Trotting Club gathering in Horsham features guest speakers and presentations. The program references memorial tributes, local figures, and a community showcase with emphasis on racing history and organizational contributions.
Community updates describe outreach efforts in district areas to encourage turnout for upcoming elections. Officials emphasize accessibility, information access, and participation drives across multiple wards and local organizations.
A week’s page records services at Methodist and Church of England congregations with reports of large crowds and special solos by Mrs Hoskin and Mr Cox. An anniversary service at the Methodist Church drew many attendees, while a Past Chief Ruler officiated at a Rechabites meeting. A memorial note mentions the passing of a church member and upcoming funeral plans.
A lively village gathering drew attendees from surrounding districts as races and games filled a long evening. Miss X and Mr Ellridge wed after a hall dance, with future kitchen fairs planned for Miss Kroachel. The school committee for three years includes Parrott, Hann, Vincout, Voigt, Mackin and Godfrey. Mr G Anderson, longtime resident and former left hand bowler, plans to move away. A Sailors' Home hall event and a forthcoming program at the village hall were announced for mid month.
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