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Newspaper

Horsham Times

Location

Horsham, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 23, 1929

Page

7

Horsham Retail Market Prices For Provisions

Commercial intelligence from Horsham lists daily falling prices on provisions. Entries include ewes per dozen at 6 pounds, butter per pound at 2 pounds 2 shillings 5 pence, potatoes per quarter at 3 pounds 6 shillings 5 pence, onions per ton 2 pounds 2 shillings, oats per bushel, bacon per shows, flour per 10 pounds, and tea per ton, with scattered figures and units reflecting marketplace quotes.

Horsham Storey Pollard

Wheat and grain price report from Dalgety & Co

Dalgety & Co reports wheat prices in shillings with various futures and spot quotes. Prices shown include 3/6 for wheat and 3/0 to 3/10 for maize, with other grains and feedstuffs listed, alongside recent Uor sham price movement of 1/8 per unstrel.

Dalgety & Co Cape Hoéshirn Uorsham

Potter and Stanley Thank Friends for Support

Mr J and Mrs EW Potter and Stanley express sincere thanks for letters and kind actions from Kluel friends after their recent event. They name Neil Campbell and several others, acknowledging warm wishes and personal messages.

EW. Potter Stanley Kluel Nural Oribates Thalking Neil Campbell Hee Patter Sion Mars Steney Itises Wombelano

In loving memory of Private Dr. Robertson

A memorial notice from loving parents and siblings honors Private Dr. Robertson killed in action at Morrleunrt. The frame of life ends with a beautiful memory as his family recalls his service and sacrifice.

Kouehtsus Dr. Robertson Morrleunrt Aguet Serra Lise

Heroine’s Appreciation Draws Broad Community Support

Public interest surged as Mrs. Janet Turnbull of Green Turk received heartfelt thanks from a circle supporting the heroine. Friends across Movsimm Nur mus Natinnk Goroke join in praising her courage and the benevolent efforts tied to the Babes in the Wet project.

Janet Turnbull Green Turk Anderson Tahor Muy Utken Leserce Jorake Oie

Distress Surges in Commonwealth Cities Amid Unemployment

Distress spreads through rerowiled cities of the Commonwealth as war and unrest drive unemployment and hunger. Reports indicate many residents seek odd jobs, while some families struggle to survive with aid scarce and authorities overwhelmed. The town clerk and mayor urged patience as community relief efforts, including pawnshop help, attempt to address immediate needs.

Commonwealth Tlorstiaut Lirky Benneth Candaera

Qualified Health Inspector Debate Shire Council Stand

KiMurts appointed for a joint qualified health inspector role but cooperation with adjoining mutamde panda remains fragile. The Shire secretary holds the certificate and inspections. Horsham Borough declines action due to cost and lack of qualified staff. Dining rooms at Horsham railway refreshment rooms closed citing low patronage. meals available at the counter and at Ouyen station.

KiMurts Kewres Mutamde Panda Wimbora Sitstiva Horsham Han Neway Woorge- Shire Gr Muegel Seholett Llorsham Ahe Cominuers “Nave Istimst Ouyen

Beautifying the Place Takes Shape in Worsham Work Plan

The Worsham Base Hospital committee unites to improve the town with a beautification program. Funds from a community singing series support tree planting and trenching efforts, with completion hoped by October.

Exe Worsham Tp 12 Torsha' Bwoek

Horsham Social Event and Local Road Load Meeting

A noisy Horsham gathering marks a public safety motion about heavy loads on roads. Local residents and inspectors attend a social at Mr and Mrs Dent’s home with singing and remarks about future visits to the license town.

Horsham Tind Dent Santres Imire

Kowree Shire Proposes Petrol Pump Zoning Rule

Kowree Shire Council moves to limit petrol pump placement near streets. A by law would require pumps to be set back from streets by at least 14 feet, following committee recommendation.

Kowree Shire Conneil Avecontanes Canmites

Rail station figures show mixed passenger and freight activity

A garbled historical report notes passenger and cargo movements at Taeshiay rail station. It mentions inward and outward figures with monetary amounts, and references the prior month’s totals, highlighting changes in traffic and revenue.

Agni Chen Revere Taeshiay Niy Mann Axon St LO

Colne Sewerage Authority Costs for House Connections

Town Clerk Mr WL Py Prear asked the Colne Sewerage Authority for details on house connections and water usage after sewerage installation. Costs vary from £10 to £49 4s 4d with larger homes at £4944 11s 4d, but the authority found no significant water rate increase as street drains were not completed.

Inuersham Colne Horsham

Edenhope society to donate prizes for school essay

A letter from Edenhope PL and AL tuty secretary explains the society will donate two special prizes for an essay on early history of any township in the shire. Despite printed lists, the society accepts Dr Kirby's offer. teachers will be advised for scholar participation. The Bowree Shire finances show a credit balance of £707 with various regional figures listed.

Rowree Shire Edenhope AL Tuty Kirks Kirby

Football Euchre Tourney Draws Large Local Attendance

Last Saturday the Indies' committee of Ae football club organized a euchre tournament that attracted a strong crowd. Prize winners included Ladies: first Mrs Patchett, second Mrs Talbor and Mrs Tait. Men: first Mr T Burns, second Mr Wlarper, third Dougherty. Prizes were donated by Mrs Wol and several local residents. Aggregate prizes for next week’s tourney have been donated by F Langlands.

Ae “Football Club Patchett Talbor Tait T. Burns Eecomd Wlarper Bool Dougherty Priggs Wol Mursis RK Cheeseman Crose Nest Week Messrs F. Langlands Pstiec

Horstram District Motor Cycle Club Trip Planned

The Horstram District Motor Cycle Club announces its first trip on June day. Members and intending members meet at the post office at three o’clock before riding to Paar Ruck in the Grawpinns.

Horstram Sune Gay Paar

Mrs Juli Russell and Family Farewell at Melrose Gathering

Mrs Juli Russell and family, with the late Mr Russell, were entertained at Melrose before leaving for the city. A commemorative photograph was given to Mr B G Cahill of Horsham, with a copy displayed in his showcase. Auderson received a thank you letter praising the gift and expressing gratitude to friends for their assistance.

City Juli Russell Russell Melrose Gr. Cahill Horshal Auderson Cahill Alwita

Community Singing at Worsham Theatre Sunday Night

The Worsham Theatre hosts a community singing event Sunday night featuring Nancy Stauldy Megst AG Tones and Fy Hikkson as instrumentalists. Admission is by silver coin. attendance expected high as local talent draws crowds. A separate Union Tailoring Depot offer promises no catch and aims to keep sales local for one week through August 5.

Worsham SAW Nancy Stauldy Hikkson Leva Daiwa Union Tailoring Nfursham Issta Frais Vivingy Jongth Torshan Melbourne Tink

Request to Hospital on Will of Late Mr Brouhtiner

A request to hospital is filed to carry out the will of the late Mr Brouhtiner. The 13th annual distribution is announced and the Thorhim Hospital receives £5.

Ufer Usephli Brouhtiner Thesby

Injury to Knee During Construction Work

During mid tour of his duties in the construction of the sink premises on the vacant block of Kind at the corner of Firebrave and Wilson streets, Joseph Kidd sustained a knee injury. The accident, caused by a machine, could have been worse, but treatment at Abbotshigh Private Hospital was sufficient and he was able to be there yesterday.

Lsink Firebrave Wilson Streets Joseph Kidd Abbotshigh

Petrol pump on footpath approved by Kowree Council

At a Kowree Shire Council meeting Cry Micky reported the petrol pump at the Oal Lakes store sits on private property and needs council permission. Erecting the pump revealed it should face the footpath with the driver’s consent, subject to usual conditions. Dr Kirby’s action was endorsed.

Kowree Shire Micky Othe Oal Lakes Kirby

Dramatic Society Plans Eighth Annual Amrital Will Visit

The Melbourne Crinity Granmair Schoval announces its eighth annual educative Amrital Will visit Horst next Thursday. Ambrose Appleton's Adventure will be presented, with proceeds aiding the Hershain ase Mosptil.

The Dramatic Society Melbourne Granmair Schoval Horst Piresacr Ambrose Appleton

Theft at Horsham Base Hospital Under Investigation

A generous Horsham citizen’s contributions of liquid refreshments for patients at Horsham Base Hospital were disrupted by theft on Saturday. Eight bottles were taken and others found discarded near the hospital gate. Hospital staff and visitors are being questioned as police search for the culprits.

Horsham Stadt Pie

Mount Victory Route Trip Sparks Public Works Talk

The Hor. Slam RACY secretary sent a letter to the Tourist department and Public Works Dept proposing a trip to the Mount Victory route. It suggests Mr. Real of Public Works verify road opening. The Horshaur RACY plans district IAM involvement and transport former residents to the event.

Mount Victory Slam Medal Vta Public Works Department Horshan Meduins Mr. Real Horshaur Racy

Spring Show Opens Friday At Langlands & Sons

The Langlands and Sons display features the Prit way cloth in 40 new shades and Porter's Cambrie with floral designs. A range of art silk ravens and silk crepe de chine fabrics will be shown alongside new patterns and spring colors. The shop offers expert advice as the Spring Show begins on Friday the 80th inst.

Messrs John Langlands & Sons Porter Arc Tainglands & Sons Absu

Wheat Growers' Association to Hold Special Conference

A Victorian Wheat Growers Association circular invites all tranches to organise a district canvass to enrol growers. A one day conference is planned in Melbourne next month, with debate on the Wheat Marketing Act and a possible government guarantee per bushel. The Wheat Corporation annual meeting is set for September 20 with votes for directors. A Horsham child, Elizabeth Robson, aged 22, broke a collar bone after a fall on a verandah and is recovering at home after X rays.

Victorian Wheat Growers’Association Jim Mebourne Preutiur Wheat Growers' Association Wheat ‘Corporation Darliment Wheat Corporation Lee Annuni Melbourne Elizabeth G. Robson Carlot Street Horsham Brown

Wool exports to UK fall while Japan seen as Australia’s hope

Me A G Fenner of Rider Smith & Co tells Adelaide Rotary Club members that wool exports to the United Kingdom have declined by a percentage range while shipments to Japan rose to from 8 to 12 percent, suggesting Japan as Australia’s hope. He notes price pressures and the need to keep wool prices down to compete. The Mount Barker show event was mentioned with officials present.

Japan Australia A. G. Fenner Rider, Smith & Co Adelaide Ernur Alexander

Thor News Highlights at Bebv Daniels Film Weekend

The article previews Bebv Daniels in a new picture with action scenes including aerial stunts and a shipboard chase. Neil Asmilton co stars with Mabel Poulton in supporting roles and the program spans Monday to Wednesday with comedies such as The Cardboard Lover and The Shakedown featuring Marion Davies.

Thor Bebv Daniels Beby Daniels Teeriety Bellis Neil Asmilton Mabel Poulton Engkind Mary Pickford Marion Davies Monte Carlo Tonge Sereer

Horsham Scouts Aim to Expand with New Troop

Rev E G Petheriek announced the first Coop aml firs pack reached full total and a second troop would be formed next month. The public meeting at Town Hall elected an executive committee to arrange a meeting place for the scouts. Mr Gnine noted the Tourak scouts secured a building project costing 2700 to 3000 and urged Horsham to convert an old discarded building into a suitable scout meeting place.

Horcham Petheriek Wedovsday Seumts Mir Gnine Wriesday Tourak Horsham

Arnott Ad Promotes Waterproof Gear and Hardware

A. Arnott & Co advertise waterproof horse and cow coverings lined with wool collar checks plus tents tarpaulins and motor covers. The ad lists the latest styles in one-piece waterproof clothing for ladies and gents, Emu brand merchandise, and Min is cotton rope belting and farm general hardware.

A. Arnott & Co

Water storage project tender from State Rivers Commission

The State Rivers and Air Water Supply Commission invites tenders for the construction of water storage at Amtwern. Yesterday 29 passengers travelled by special train from Fforshinm to Rahnora show which opened on Wednesday.

Issu Arial Water Supply Commission Amtwern Fforshinm

Mail clearance and new depots in progress association notes

At the monthly Town Hall meeting the Progress Association discussed moving Saturday mail closing from 9 40 pm to 8 pm to reduce post office workload. A letter noted the pillar box at the station accepts letters until 2 90 am. The association offered no objection to the proposal. Secretary instructed to reply.Os new depots Mill street Worsham will be renamed Uw dinkom oil carea after approval for bulk depots to Atlantic Oil Co and Texaa Oil Co. Texaa Co bought part of Ta al from Periewsa Wright & Co. Containers arrived by rail yesterday and Wagonway Oil Co plans a depot at the same location.

Hurshan Progress Association Stitute Melburne Simle Mill Street Worsham Uw ‘Dinkom Oil Carea Borough Atlantic Oil Co Texaa Oil Co Railway Department Iva Hetwyen Witwanna Texas Company Pu'chase Periewsa Wright & Co

Narraince of upcoming fashion sale scraps

Two weeks remain for the Narzaine stock of dresses frocks and hats at the salon. The back room offers limited items and prices drop as stock is cleared. Details note a clearance event with a phone contact for inquiries.

Amd Uuatity Salon

Local Professional Visits and Meetings Announced

Mr W EL Thermus a dentist will visit Horsham to consult at the Exchange W Hotel. Mr Thomas will visit Nhill on Saturday. Messrs John Kimberley and Son will hold an extensive sale at Toa Intrim. An inquest for Mr J A Kiefel will be held Tuesday. A Wall will be held in Tailors Hall on Wednesday. Dance events at McKenzie Creek Hall scheduled for Thursday and August 2.

W. EL Thermus Horsham Mar Exchange Thomas Nhill Re-Werrow Satuaday John Kimberley & Sona J. A. Kiefel McKenzie Creek Ion Thursilay

Local Notices and Personnel Movements from Hamilton and District

Mrs L Melnues of Hamilton regresses after a minor accident and other local updates note L Foster’s transfer as Cheratiog porter at Clorstiace rail Way station, L J Warner promoted to Lake Boga, A Waterfield named new advisory council member at Stawell High School, Bowres Shire Council to appoint Dr Seholfeld as Justice of the Peace, Kinwrea Shire north riding health appointments offered, Sarah Berry widow of Ballarat titles and estate details listed for 1928 real and personal property to her children.

L. Melnues Hamilton Acciduut L. Foster Clorstiace Mise EL J. Warner Lake Boga Ale Alf Waterfield Thos. Waterfehl Amdrew Struwt Teo Stawell High School Bowres Waties Otienr North Kinwrea Shire Sirah Berry Eastwood Street Ballarat

Armored Trains Clash as Soviet Forces Engage Chinese Near Mane

Dispatch from Shanghai reports a fresh Soviet Chinese clash near Mane eholi with two Soviet armored trains landing infantry and attacking Chinese entrenchments. Casualties on both sides mount as fighting lasts about an hour before Soviet forces withdraw. Washington notes accuse China of planning a wholesale revolution if needed, with Russia ready to deploy full strength.

Shanghai Maneeholi Diy Sou Mietres Mineluk Bawuniwe Washington

Prime Minister to Visit United States in October Meeting

A Washington dispatch reports British Prime Minister Anthony Macdonald is due in America in October to confer with President Hoover on naval armaments.

Washington Primi Misteier Ay MacDonabl America Toover Oon Neval

Creditor Nations and Britain's War Time Investments

Fragmented passages describe Britain as a major creditor nation during wartime, noting foreign investments and a global financial patina. The garbled text mentions Ma Wan, Charehill, Veritist China cellar, and Canada in relation to wartime finance and investment flows.

Britain Trades de Work Ma Wan Sten Charehill China Cellar Immarebivess Yegima Mia Thewan Canada Pauls

Reparations Conference Report Amid Confusion and Delays

A damaged dispatch reports confusion at a reparations conference with unclear lines about Turkey’s stance and a new offer to Britain. The summary notes delays and weak details as negotiators push for a formal breakthrough.

Obituary of Henry Northfield Pioneer of Fairview estate

Henry Northfield, long resident of Noradjuha and Fairview estate, died after a lengthy illness at his home aged about nine years in Wimmera district. Twice married, he leaves a daughter Sarah Porte and sons Mark Gillek and Robert. Funeral at Noradjuha Cemetery was conducted by W A Alsop with a large attendance.

Henry Norpsfield Posse Heme Aire View Moe Ant Triently Wimmera Secend Northfield Sarah Kildir Robert Neoraljula Tanerat Noradjula Ryv W. Alsop A. Jennings J. Relison Wilson Taneemetta Enid Martin Pitre Murton Passa Horsham Base Hospital Puesday Ehe Yurton Skye Mirkins Wmi Pianta Morton

Fragmented OCR Note Provides Cryptic Local Date

Readable text blocks show partial dates and names but are garbled leaving unclear event details. No full sentence clarifies a specific person action place or outcome.

Fire on a Liner Damages Deck in Paris

A fire aboard a liner caused damage to a deck in Paris. Officials report the blaze began on the front section and spread along the starboard area, with crews fighting flames for hours to prevent further damage. No injuries are yet reported.

Sixty Aircraft Prize Contest Announced in Britain

A British prize program aims to select a safer, slower aircraft model for adoption in America. The challenge emphasizes safer design, steady performance, and merit criteria to reward the most reliable machine.

Amsumaing America Ole Sare

Women’s Air Derby Progress Report Amid Woes

Report from the derby notes ongoing misfortune among participants and persistent interference with machines. Miller from The Australian recounts desert trials, with crews adjusting equipment as cars race toward the river.

Graf Zeppelin Repair Update From Tangier

A damaged German airship Graf Zeppelin was towed from Tangier to resume its flight when weather and engine issues allow. Officials hope to have it airborne again early Friday, with crews assessing hull and propulsion after the morning extraction.

Tanger

Swiss Aviators Flight Reported From Lisbon Attempt

A dispatch from New York state says Swiss aviator Tanecher Kaczer left Lisbon on Monday aiming to fly to New York. They were last reported over the Atlantic at 8 o'clock on Monday as authorities hope for their safe arrival.

Nw York State Simen Tanecher Am Kaczer Lisbon New York Momlay

Cricket Centuries Record by Worcester and Nottinghamshire Players

Jack Flolihs scored 128 for Worcester in county cricket. Fox made 4 not out for Worcester. Whwysall added 440 for Nottinghamshire.

Jack Flolihs Fox Worcester Whwysall Nottinghamshire

Family Mourns Loss as Four Children Affected by Tragedy

In a district neighborhood, three of four children have been severely affected by bereavement after their relative died. The surviving child broke a collarbone, and the uncle of the deceased attended the event. An inquiry was opened by an official, who ordered further medical examination and potential interviews before interment arrangements.

Walle Pian Green Park Mettter Cerguer Anulebson

The Death Penalty Debate In Annelies Whleh Paray

A fragmentary report discusses the death penalty and its implications in the Annelies Whleh paray context. It references debates over punishment severity and legal processes amid historical tensions.

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