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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1939
Page
4
The Australian Hairdressers Trade Employers Association urges inclusion under the Apprenticeship Act and a Technological Governing School to teach hairdressing as a respected craft. The group, about 300 members, argues technical education widens opportunities while unskilled workers face hardship and competition from younger peers.
Dr C P Callister argues in The Hospital Magazine that public fears of canned foods are fallacies. He notes Australia has a clean record, explains advances in canning, and says proper sealing prevents contamination as with any impervious container.
The National Emergency Council proposes an auxiliary police force of about 4600 middle aged men to relieve regular officers of less critical duties during emergencies. It would recruit men over 45 of good character, train them with lectures and drills, and consider arming public utility workers for site protection. Parliament must approve the measures and related legislation before any appointments.
Two Melbourne men Flight Lieutenant H Ross-Walker and Arthur Lightfoot flew from Essendon to Normenton on Cape York Peninsula. After 12 days they hunted crocodiles along the Norman and Mitchell rivers. The trip included long overland legs, provisioning, and a stay at Norman River before returning to Essendon.
A 14 year old boy was murdered in an apparent dispute involving a second teen. Police report a brother of the deceased may have been involved in the incident. Details are incomplete due to fragmentary text. Investigators are reviewing leads and pursuing statements from witnesses.
Visitors from Natimuk Gymbowen Douglas Edenhope and Minimuy attended the Goroke Church of England ball last Wednesday where thirty two pounds was collected at the door. After the sit down supper provided by the Ladies Guild the Rev G Madhews noted it was the third annual ball. Appreciation was given to all attendees and to the Ladies Guild and local helpers for the decorative scheme and orchestra contributions.
A community euchre tournament plus a dance raised funds for a new hall building. Winners included Mrs te Thuile and Mrs W Blake with two points each, Mr Wand with one, and Mr Grey with two. Mrs J Miller received a prize. volunteers handled duties and proceeds were donated.
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