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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1925
Page
9
The piece urges turning duty into music to lift spirits and drive success. It blends aphorisms about smiles and singing through hardship with lines about martyrs and stuttering speakers finding strength in verse. It ends with a playful misprint, “Erge Eanor.”
Daily selling prices list diverse items such as honey, onions, butter, flour, potatoes, and oats with figures like 165, 0, and 5 0 across several commodities. The record is fragmented with OCR errors but indicates a cart of goods and unit prices from a commercial market.
Bereavement card text conveys sincere thanks from the family and friends for kind words and offerings after a loss. It mentions Rev. Dethertel and Mrs Pertecick among many friends, with prayers and sympathy extended during the time of grief.
In memoriam notes detail a memorial for France, including family members and close relations. The fragment references a battalion and a May event, with lines suggesting personal remembrance and loss.
Loving memory notices from a wife and daughter recall Albert George Fronew who died August 11 and Myrth Fronew who died July 1. The tribute requests prayers and notes they are deeply missed by Sue and family.
The sorrowing husband inserts a tribute to his wife who died at Abbotstelah on the Lay August. He recalls her devotion and loving motherhood as shadows lengthen in grief. The notice expresses enduring remembrance and affection.
Our dearly loved daughter and sister Elsie Mir Hedland passed away on a misty day. We treasure her memory as our hearts ache to say goodbye. We miss her and pray for her soul in God’s care as we continue our journey without her.
Memorials from sisters L and A Dalite Nill and from Mr and Mrs W Mills honor Elsie Mills who died August 14 and a daughter-in-law who died August 13 1925. The verses speak of clouds breaking and shadows fleeing as they remember the beloved.
A brief memorial notice remembering Elste, sister-in-law, who died in August 1881. The message offers comforting thoughts and speaks her name softly as a living memory.
Dear sister in law Elsie who passed away on the Mth August 1824 She had a nature you could not help loving and a heart purer than gold Her memory will never grow cold Inserted by Alice and Erpent Colea Melbourne.
In loving memory of our dear sister-in-law who departed this life on August 13. Though one from us the memories remain and comfort those left behind. Inserted by E and F Thomas.
A 1995 commentary urges Australia to boost domestic manufacturing by training youth in skilled trades. It critiques low apprenticeship uptake, high starting wages in unskilled jobs, and calls for a state supervised scheme under Education and Labor with industry input.
The Horsham district registrar reports that from April 18 to yesterday the town gained 197 new residents. Net changes include 480 additions to the roll, 283 removals, and 441 address alterations, reflecting ongoing population shifts in the area.
The remark notes the new building will be lofty and spacious, a significant improvement over current cramped quarters, reflecting expectations of enhanced capacity and dignity in the facility.
The Horsham Mechanics Institute faces outdated shelves and waning subscriber interest. Officials propose a catch-my-pal scheme to recruit new members and boost funds, plus events like dances or concerts to support the lending library and modernize its collection.
A correspondent argues that school committees manage children’s schools and related matters. Many 14 year olds leave without prospects, and no teacher or local authority ensures employment paths. The writer urges committees to help link youths with opportunities to improve their future prospects.
At the previous committee meeting of Horsham District Hospital the salaries for nursing staff were reviewed. The board approved an all round raise with Matron up from £175 to £208 per year, Sister from £110 to £130, and trainees from £20, £25, £30 to £30, £35, £40 respectively.
The High School acknowledges a donation of ten pounds from Mr. J. C. Gross toward the building fund. The running total in hand stands at £1245 6/7.
Miss E Hoelecher presented an informative paper on Australian aborigines at the opening meeting of the A W N L Literary Society. A display of bushman craft by Mrs P Learmonth drew interest, and a future gathering is planned for August 25 at Mrs C Rennison's home.
By special advertisement Mrs J Barnes intimates a meeting of town and country ladies at Horsham Town Hall on Friday August 21 at 3 30 pm. A good attendance is desired.
The notice states owners must register unregistered dogs and pay fees to the Inspector or Town Hall before 61st August or face legal proceedings. Under the Dog Act of 1915 every dog over six months old must have its tax paid by 15th March each year. inspectors are not obliged to canvass all owners.
Workers complete the Hor shawm Hor sh warm? Horsham Town Hall lobby and staircase to the balcony as the Horsham Golf Club prepares for its annual ball next Tuesday evening.
The Horsham Football Club held a social dance at Barton's Cafe for players their wives and lady friends. The committee hosted the event as players were not in strenuous combat Saturday providing a relaxed enjoyable evening with a programme included.
All Presbyterians are urged to attend a warning service in the church next Sunday when Rev. E. G. Petherick will preach A Study in Revivals. The anthem is King of Kings. At night the congregation will unite with the Methodist Church and Salvation Army in a Town Hall service at 7 o'clock. Managers meet Monday at 7.30 pm.
On Sunday the Church of Christ at Horsham and Pimpinio began Mr. A J Wilson's ministry in the circuit with large morning and evening congregations listening to discourses on Glorying in the Cross and What Must Men Believe to be Saved. He will later address Do We Need a New Bible and invite strangers to these services as part of his fundamentals talks. He will also visit Hayes Church of Christ Sunday afternoon for his first appointment.
The Edeahopa P. and A. Society sets the show for Wednesday September 3. Sheep and poultry entries close Monday August 31 while all other classes close Tuesday September 1. Prize schedules are available from secretary J. W. Pike on application.
At Mechanics Hall this afternoon the Hor sham branch of the A W N L will hear an address by Mrs H G Carstairs of Natimuk. Following the business session musical items will feature a new instrument called the Duophone, an English invention of merit.
After lengthy deliberations the Anglican Synod of Ballarat approved a bill to form the Diocese of St Arnaud from the Archdeaconry of Maryborough. The capital fund must be at least £35,000 with £10,000 from Ballarat’s Superannuation Fund toward a new fund. An effort to rename the see city failed. The bishop predicted the new diocese could begin fairly soon.
A general meeting of the Horsham branch of the Victorian Farmers Union will be held at Merchants Hall Horsham next Friday at three o'clock. At the same time and place a meeting of ladies interested in forming a women’s VFU band will be held.
Mrs J Brimacombe of Hrimpaen praised as a staunch temperance advocate. She presented five medals for member competition while Mr J Barwell and Mr Roy Harris announced prize winners for best attendance, nominating most members, best conduct, word forming, and a supper provided by Mrs Brimacombe was enjoyed.
A united mission enters its first ten days with Missioner George Beckett and Mrs Chamler leading a Saturday evening reception at the Methodist Church and a Sunday town hall service. Services continue at 8 o clock during the week with Rev J Smith of Geelong scheduled for the second ten days. No offerings will be taken and all non affiliated townsfolk are invited.
The program features Buster Keaton in a cave man spoof and Wallace Beery in a rival tale. North of 26 portrays pioneers blazing a new trail in a grand Epic by The Covered Wagon author. Australian David Dunbar co stars. Jackie Coogan appears in A Boy of Planders. Wanda Hawley headlines Bobbed Hair with a flapper tale of fashion and folly.
A Scottish singer William Veaghan praised for his ballad lore is announced to perform farewell concerts in Horsham on August 27 and 28. He will be joined by violinist Pyman Lencer and pianist Gladys Sayer with Saide Granger-Broad as pianist. The article notes Veaghan’s interpretation of English Scottish and Irish songs delights audiences and marks their final Horsham appearance before leaving for the United States.
Peter Jefferson Chugg radio operator from the U S S Beattle wed Misa Ethel Irene Adame at Rev KE Green's Presbyterian church residence in Burnley after obtaining a special permit from J P J le Pine of Richmond. Chugg served three years with the American Fleet and plans to settle in America. His father is a farmer in Idaho and the bride is daughter of E K Adams and Mrs Adams of Nhill.
Waltham Abbey magistrates fined 30 couples ten shillings each for damaging growing grass in a field. The farmer said the defendants were courting. the constable noted only hats visible above the grass as the couples were named. The men paid their own and the girls fines and left arm in arm amid applause.
Madam Griffiths prepares stock on view of a range of ladies wear said to be unbeatable outside Melbourne. New hosiery gloves and hats described as dreams emphasize exclusivity and distinctiveness.
Field coats advertised by A Arnott & Co as agents for Birkmyre’s. Spectacles touted for superior quality via P A Morrin & Co Melbourne promising precise production in their up-to-date workshop. Mr McMullin, chemist, to handle Horsham visit on Friday August 31 at Mechanics Institute. Presbyterian Women’s Sewing Guild to hold annual sale of work and flower show on Thursday October 9.
The Government Statistician reports Victoria's wheat area for 1925-26 at 8 000 000 acres, up 100 000 acres from 1924-25, indicating continued expansion of wheat cultivation in the state.
A proposed measure seeks mandatory conciliation in labor disagreements to speed settlements and reduce strikes. It outlines steps for mediation and potential penalties for unresolved disputes.
Anderson faces Crocker and Patterson meets Wright in the first singles of the Australian Canada tie to be played Thursday in Montreal.
Swedish swimmer Arne Borg reportedly set a new world mile record with a time of 21 minutes 41.3 seconds at Gothenburg Sweden.
The Daily Express Moscow correspondent reports the Council of Commissioners has ratified the Lena gold fields concession restoring the property to British owners.
The first semi final between Stawell and Rupanyup will be played tomorrow at Central Park Stawell with Petrie as umpire. The Stawell News calls for a strenuous and even contest and predicts a comfortable Stawell win. A large crowd is expected as the last Stowell game of the year. The second semi final follows the next Saturday pitting Horsham against Warracknabeal.
Mr Prendergast accused the Government of inaction on unemployment in the Legislative Assembly. Premier Mr Allan responded that the Government was doing all it could to provide work.
Mr Brownbill strongly protested the Railways department importation of 18 trucks and two engines from abroad. He argued all could have been manufactured in Victoria.
Sir John Fuller moved a censure motion in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly asserting that the Labor Government did not possess the confidence of the House.
Warracknabeal defeats Minyip by 35 points after a seesaw match at Minyip with Moss (injury) out for Warracknabeal and Mingip’s Perrett hampered. Gate receipts reach £80, crowd strong with large local support on a crisp day in Victoria.
The King and Queen made a surprise visit to Wembley on Wednesday and were warmly greeted by cheering crowds as they toured Empire pavilions.
A fierce gale at Auckland last night prevented 206 American sailors and those on leave from returning to their ships. The men slept in hotels and in the wharf sheds.
London sources report a late conference between British and French foreign ministers ended with a full accord on the message to Germany regarding the proposed security pact. The joint communiqué confirms agreement on the content of the answer to Germany.
Captain Arrachart completed a rapid tour of Europe by air leaving Paris on Monday and returning to Le Bourget tonight after visits to Belgrade Constantinople Moscow and other stops during the journey.
Horsham grocers warn customers to stop reusing branded bottles for homemade jams sauces or for resale liquids. The Board of Health has cracked down fining £50 and seizing bottles for improper use while officials urge households to obtain separate containers for kerosene vinegar and similar liquids.
Arrangements are well in hand for the farmers and women classes at Dookie from August 18 to 28 and September 2 to 11. A large exhibit of tractors and farm machinery will be shown for public demonstration with experts to give daily instruction. All available accommodation has been over-applied.
Dorthy Mastin of Hamilton filed a Supreme Court writ against William Hails Hocking a Kerr Street Fitzroy furniture manufacturer seeking 1000 pounds damages for alleged breach of promise to marry.
A Shanghai message reports an agreement to resume work in Japanese cotton mills ending a riot dispute from mid May. Eight killed, over fifty wounded, 376 rioters arrested as Chinese guards fired on a large crowd of strikers. Police and military pursued rioters. Labor Union offices closed and numerous union officials arrested.
A major Sydney real estate deal closed on Tuesday with the Wyoming building at the corner of Hunter and Macquarie streets changing hands to Mr. Emanuel Myerson for £100,000. The property runs about 50 feet on Hunter Street and 10 feet on Macquarie Street.
Elestora are informed that a reprint of the rolls will be made at an early Gate, and it will be advisable for else f orm to laspect the rolls at the Morshem.
At the meeting of the Farmers' Union, members discussed the poor wheat crop and agreed to form a committee of three to interview the Wheat Beard to review the situation and seek remedies.
Tomorrow the Centras Wimmera Association final between Gerang and Pimpinio will be watched as Pimpinio seeks a strong showing. Umpire Nankervis will call the match with players including Lawsay Clements Wollertuny Tigletog Thamm Major and Fisher among those listed.
A foggy, error-filled note describes a game where two teams compete and exchange points. It mentions a key umpire and rough play but lacks clear identities, dates, or outcomes beyond one side taking a late lead.
In a blurred Saturday match the Goroke team claimed a victory with scattered play by Kirin Tomart and Hender tram though the report is garbled. No clear score or full lineup could be confirmed from the fragment.
A Karnak Club gathering last week disclosed a credit of four sy per unit for members. The note outlines distribution details and invites further discussion at the next meeting.
The article notes the Stawell athletics open event and presents a financial summary for the year. It reports receipts totaling £2174 with a profit of £974, and lists a total income and expenditure balance of £2982 8 according to the committee. A plan to form a sports carnival group to support a forthcoming fire brigade demonstration is also mentioned.
The Rifle Club held a trophy competition with shooters including N McDonald W Holmes and W Hutchinson. Scores show Hutchinson and McDonald near the top as Shooters posted totals around four tens and mid twenties in early rounds.
The Turf lists selections by Melle Rigfelda for August races at Flemington. Horses mentioned include St. Joe Pampa Bearcusrd Apprentices Handicap Helicopter Wynne Bannock Mount Hopeful Irish Rufus Comedy Star The Lance Textile Reine Belambs Aldebara Irish Rhythm Betbanga Terbine and several scratched names such as Hardie King Pas Fortes Que Mediterranean Stress Bind Hysteria Althorpe Prepostores Lydian Nance Ben Lomond Quinedab Dupes King A Candid Merrelot Tacky.
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