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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1952
Page
6
The Premier Mr McDonald rejected reports of a merger between the Country Party and the LP as a condition for Liberal support. He said no such pact existed or was even discussed and the constitutional position remains that such matters are for the party leadership to decide.
At a meeting of the Victorian Wheat and Woolgrowers Association in Minyip, Mr. Henderson warned that if the guaranteed cost of production was embedded in future legislation farmers could face serious financial risk. He and others urged careful consideration of any stabilisation plan and warned that production costs are rising as they discuss the extension of a wheat marketing system and related policies.
The Arapiles brine Council grants the Notimuk Memorial Hall Committee permission to install a new floor in the hall. Permission approved at the last meeting following a motion by Dr. M.S. Runewell and Gry. L. W. McDonald.
In 2000 Miss May Cox and Mr. Frank Beaurepaire were appointed to lead swimming in the Education Department. The staff expanded from 19 to 70 as corrective centres and health facilities were established in Melbourne suburbs. Rural and country districts receive ongoing instruction, with field days and itinerant staff supporting teachers across the state.
Netherby and Baker children attended the Netherby Young Farmers Club field day at the State School. Thirteen sheep from the club were examined and showcased. Mr G Meagher and Mr Mayes supplied two flocks, with BE o A Hetlius arranging a demonstration. The chairman was 12 year old Athen Frost and was praised. Treasurer Miss Jean Notney announced a credit balance of £90 1 2, while over £100 was raised by the sheep and wool sale. School children performed and district speakers spoke to the young farmers.
The Department of Agriculture reports that Victoria's last year cheese production fell short of the 2 741 ton record but is expected to reach the same factory level around 22 000 tons. One factory produced 3 003 tons, an Australian single factory record and possibly a world record for a single-plant factory.
The 1949 Tariff inquiry notes long official support and calls for continued help. The Agricultural Council targets 60 000 acres sown by 1958 with 10 to 15 million tons yield. Bank of New South Wales reviews ton production amid high labor costs and low yields compared with the U S A. Irrigation concentration and better rotation are urged plus mechanical picking to lift output. A 4 million annual cotton import bill would ease the balance of payments.
The article previews two films. With a Song in My Heart stars Jane Froman Busan Hayward Rory Calhoun David Wayne and Thelma Ritter with support from Karts. Horsham Theatre reviews Tinsoms in the Dist featuring Greer Garson Walter Pidgeon Felix Bressart Marsha Hunt Ramuel and Minds.
Melbourne gaming squad raided four Stawell premises raiding Blawell's Main Street on Saturday about 1 10 pm. Police allege a 60 year old woman was taking bets on Flemington races and will face charges on two counts. Two men and an alber will be charged as well. The operation was planned by Sgt Alec Drummond and Inspector 4 0 Ewart.
Railways Commissioners report no Sunday trains yet though steady progress has allowed some weekday services to resume. The Overland Melbourne to Adelaide restoration was completed on July 20 and further weekly express services between Melbourne and key centers are planned as financial conditions permit.
The Memorial Gates at the entrance to Minyin Oval will be opened by the Minister for Public Works Mr Byrnes. He will officially inaugurate the gates on September.
Natimuk owner Mr ot Meare won multiple awards with his whippets at the Eagle Jack Championship Dog Show. Awards included first in puppy bitch and first in medium bitch, first and challenge in open bitch, and reserve in open bitch.
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