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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 10, 1925
Page
10
A garbled report describes cabinet plans for schools reopening from April 13 in districts with infantile concerns. Secondary schools may reopen with voluntary attendance, while travel restrictions and congregational limits are mentioned amid wider rent discussions and railway union issues.
A fragmented account describes a local film project led by Mrs. J Vertersn and Pht Uresptouty. The piece mentions subd Hy NE net ante Ambat, various production hurdles, and community involvement across venues, with references to Arbor Day and regional cooperation.
The obituary notes the death of a prominent Melbourne racing figure, a son of Mr. Dunes Melne of Gleulevit, with Mr. Duncan Melee of Horsham listed as his father. He was mourned as a chief mourner at a Brighton cemetery service. The report also mentions the death of Mr. Lewis J. Janes of Cannewarra Sorrento, son of Mr. and Mrs. BR Lloyd of Tlorsham, with details of the long illness and the public condolences expressed.
The article reports Kate Kerr of Shirley Grove seeking a divorce from Oliver Kerr on cruelty grounds. Allegations include forced farm labor, isolation from friends, attempts to control her finances, and threats. Kerr's petition in the divorce court faced dismissal amid contested evidence and adjourned proceedings.
The general court martial at Plagne Ann convicts Private Wright of a double murder against Maria Suissink and Lawes Vorporut Whitsebao. The trial, led by Major Bathhouse, weighs mental state claims and past relationships as key factors in determining innocence or guilt.
A Provincial notice calls an indignation meeting at the Mello¢ Exhibition on Thursday 23rd April to discuss the proposed transformer gasometer town hall and other articles. Citizens are urged to cooperate and attend concurrent meetings in their townships as resolutions are prepared.
A NSW medical leader backs village settlement schemes to treat consumption. The plan would relocate tubercular patients to hostels or free premises with medical care and work, aiming to replace slum housing and provide family accommodation while offering self supporting pathways. The Royal Commission on Health reviewed these ideas and promised government support.
Fragmentary confession from William Frith describes planning and execution related to a murder. The note cites mental strain, family quarrels, and threats to others, with references to a Mrs Andrews and a daughter. The document ends with a plea for forgiveness and hints at a police investigation.
Report from Wilson Bolton and Co listing ratings and prices for livestock and goods sold by auction. Items include horses geldings and sheep with prices noted, plus plans for sales on April dates and a major sale of household furniture and effects tied to Mr Goulds Rainbow. The narrative cites factory prices and mentions area trade impacts and extended duration of reports.
A fragmented notice details wool buying at a sale with buyers from Wamely westven aistrier woods and other firms attending. It notes bidding was lively yet uneven and lists numerous consignors and buyers, pricing hints, and comparisons to a prior sale, highlighting strong turnout and competition among merchants.
Fragmentary OCR lists churches and individuals with partial titles and roles. Names include Rev and other clerical references, but readable details are sparse and positions unclear. The item appears to catalog church figures and locations with scattered initials and surnames.
Presbyterian church announces Good Friday united service with Rev. E G Good Friday preacher and Holy Communion. Easter Sunday events include an anthem King of Kings and hotel gatherings. Local notices mention North Wonwondah Creek and Morsepass areas with implied church activities.
Communion services listed with names J A Mil Kionpel J Butler W Than Pempisto J A Miller. Amended schedule shows 2 30, 7 45 am Matins and Holy Communion, Evensong and related references. Locations include Tower Norton Haven Porbes Malvarion Army Citadel Pyment Street Horibem with various congregants.
Seed oats and barley advertised by Ont & Co. Ltd. Offers Tartarian oats and Enlist Cape barley in any quantity with pricing details not fully legible.
The Ararat Trotting Club announces a Wednesday meeting on April 2 with £100 in stakes. Entries include trot and handicap events and a list of entries such as Viving Haguenp and Alexander’s Handivay. The card notes acceptances for trotters and pacers, with schedules and officials from A J Dray of the Special Train and local authorities.
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