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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1925
Page
5
Fragmented obituary text mentions Ms. Kershaw and a death near Bygdgees Fryiny. It references Wilan and McPherron and a hospital or hotel route 1012 Beechworth. The readable parts indicate a memorial or service location unknown, with garbled dates and places.
A garbled health inspection log lists various officials and locations including a Winter, Wright, and Minnesk district. It mentions a bakery and a baker’s inclusion in the record, with unclear dates or outcomes.
Fragmentary local note from Wangaratta Woollen Mills mentions competition and sales context. Names and places are unclear but reference to bank rates and dates appear, with scattered terms suggesting a sales event and market activity. The readable elements hint at a December or February timeframe and a focus on production and trade.
Fragmented OCR reads of a police inquiry with garbled names and roles. Detectives and officials are referenced alongside lines about the government and a select committee, but no coherent action, dates, or locations emerge.
Report covers a Wimmera cricket semi final at Stawell between Stawell and Rupanyup, noting fast, lively play, strong attendance, and refereeing by Petrie. The match featured split performances, with several players stood out and others underperformed, and details on attendance and umpiring amid the tense finish.
A chaotic interleague match report details Gerang and Pimpinio in a high scoring Australian rules clash. The game features Millington and Clem ents leading for Gerang with key marks by Gooding and Watson while Pimpinio counters through Pipkin and Ellis. Final tallies show Gerang ahead in a heated drive with strong defensive plays and late surge from both sides.
In a hard fought semifinal Coburg edged Tabarg by five points after a late surge led by Spours Bromenk and Snisbel. Coburg’s K Young and Mrs J T Merriam contributed key scores as Coburg led by 90 percent of shots but faced a stronger opponent effort. The tie will be resolved in a playoff this week. Mrs Cameron and Miss Isbel set new dates for improved play while Mrs H Bye won a playoff for the Network trophy by two strokes.
Horsham Club reports successful recent fixtures in rifle shooting and coursing. The Australian Championship meeting is set for September 18 with nominations costing £2 6s 5d. Minor events complete the program as the club seeks strong local support to boost the town.
A cautious field on a windy day sees Colonel Bogey in command after a stubborn 18 holes. Trans Twitch player and A McDonald post solid scores while others falter. bidders claim a strong showing as winds drop and the Colonel gains the edge. Tomato plants offered for sale by W Glatz and C Sayer with varieties and pricing.
Walton Poultry Farm advertises sixteen eggs with freight paid in Black Orpingtons and White Leghorns at $1, White Runners at 10/8, plus Black Orpington Brown Leghorns, Corkerels, and young White Runner Drake as offered. Correspondence invited for other varieties from W. A. Bartlett & Sons.
The Victorian Farmers' Union plans a benefit concert at Metindixt Church Vectts East on Wednesday August 8 to aid Home Mission. Admission 1 shilling with supper 1 shilling. Organized by touring manager Jack Fanning. Public support invited.
Charles Murphy of Horsham announces he has taken over the Generat Store from Mr. Wm McGinn and thanks residents for past patronage. He invites continued support from the Horsham area and promises fair dealing and prompt service.
Growers endure annual tomato losses due to spotted wilt and fungal issues. Seed selection studies attempted to identify a remedy, but results were inconclusive and progress remains slow.
A company advertises a large reduction on Scarifier Shares and related Spring Steel manufacture products. It promotes factory production and up to date steel items.
Department of Public Works Melbourne announces tenders due by 12 o clock on Thursday 30 August for security supplies and electric power equipment. Details at Public Works Office and Inspector of Works Ballarat Police Station Hersham.
A tersely worded note says four Buicks are available in exceptions due to new tires and favorable handling. No further details are provided about location or buyers.
Cresco Fertilizers Limited announces the Twelfth Annual General Meeting of shareholders at The Grosvenor North Terrace Adelaide on Thursday August 27 1905 at 12 noon. Members are advised to attend.
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