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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1936
Page
2
A personal bereavement note expresses gratitude for support and memories shared after a death. It mentions friends and relatives honoring the memory, with references to family, neighbors, and community members joining in remembrance and sympathy.
Australian state leaders meet in Adelaide to contest Commonwealth taxation supremacy and to craft ways for states to share in federal revenue. Debate centers on emergency wartime measures like unemployment relief and the feasibility of fixed annual grants amid a £3,000,000 surplus.
A lengthy discussion at the Parliament on constitutional alteration and possible referendum provisions is reported. Government ministers debate timing and the scope of popular vote, with conflicting views on requiring a nationwide plebiscite and potential interim measures.
Readers witnessed the Horsham agricultural show opening amid a strong gale that damaged premises and caused injuries to football players. The day featured student classes, trophy talks, and a prize for the most improved student, with visitors invited to view exhibitions after 1 pm.
Spectators at Wonwondah om Raturay witnessed a lengthy football final with rain disruptions and a crowded crowd. The match featured dramatic vehicle mishaps in the surrounding area and a late surge of excitement as players and volunteers battled mud and crowd energy.
The readable bits mention patrons and introductions with several named individuals. It references Murerntile Crier Chea and Miawa Juss Joe and Marius Lusher and Ken Inwrndion along with Hoth Mteeot winners and Allan Gridiehe. The text is garbled and lacks coherent events or dates.
A large sheep sale at Murton on Friday drew buyers from across the Wimui era. Prices ranged with 4/8 to 31/2 for ewes and lambs, 204 mixed classes and 70 ewes. 200 ewes and lambs noted. attendance strong and prices robust. The Australian Retail and Mortgage Company Limited highlights broader industrial ties and regional growth.
Early Saturday Mrs McDonald awoke to fire crackling as flames engulfed a house occupied by Mr N. McDiasid. She led her three children to safety while the insured home of Mr J. McIntosh burned nearby, scorching his store but the wind spared it from the blaze.
Thirty volunteers planted an avenue of trees along three miles from Dimboola to Lochiel in memory of district pioneers from 1819. The First Dimboola Rangers Company organized the event and the avenue was named Lochiel Avenue, declared open by Mr. T. H. Schomeld, MHA.
Berlin reports a Junkers airship claiming a new world nonstop flight record from Deng Germany to Bathurst West Africa covering about 40 000 miles. The aircraft carried two crew members and a payload while completing the voyage.
Cable report from Lemmon on Sunday describes government forces facing a bitter melee involving Barracers and heavy logie s. The account notes unrest and clashes with local fighters.
A truncated report notes an early morning incident at 630 am involving James Andrews, 71, and a person described as a partner or spouse. Damaged vehicles and injuries to a woman described as a new bride are reported with limited details.
Wire from our correspondent reports in Launceston that Sarah Mannan was acquitted of murdering her boss. The trial for Neville Charkes Qeapee began today on a similar charge after Saturday’s acquittal prompted public interest and further legal proceedings.
A wire report discusses a three year defence programme with commentary on its reception and political implications. The correspondent notes campaign performance and public perception, highlighting ongoing public debate and uncertain outcomes.
From Our Correspondent Hyney Monday reports the body of 80 year old Willan Arthur Rewst recovered from tar onder Bay on January 2. A key to the wagon house wardrobe was found in his pocket and the body of 20 year old Mabel Watricia Goodman was discovered ten days earlier in the same wardrobe. Court heard about the two deaths.
Melbourne reports entries in multiple sections have surpassed Centenary year totals. Secretary Louis Monod notes expectations that arena event totals will exceed last year as auditors complete the figures.
Melbourne reports the death of E Cleary after a severe heart attack in Benalla. The funeral is set for St. Kilda Cemetery tomorrow afternoon from the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Haythorn. Eight pallbearers to represent local government figures. The Legislative Assembly will adjourn at the sitting session following the funeral.
A correspondent reports a man was admitted to the hospital with a bullet wound in the abdomen after an assault. Details of the assailant remain undisclosed as investigators press for more information.
Vague OCR fragment mentions captains fined after a tie with Japanese sra and a store incident. Limited readable names and details prevent full reconstruction of event or outcome.
Mrs. James Millett of Cauldold visits her former town, accompanied by her two sons, while Mr. Millett moved to Melbourne 26 years ago for business. Various locals including Mr. A J Melany and Mr. W J Bartlett receive appointments and roles in committees and agricultural shows.
A weekly Victoria weather summary notes widespread showery conditions driven by a southern low pressure belt. Northerly winds brought occasional heavy snow in the northeast highlands, with Wilkon’s Promontory recording 272 points and Woods Point 230 points. Melbourne had multiple showers totaling 1 point, while Mildura and western regions saw a mix of warm days and cooler nights.
A detailed account records the wedding of Myang Mra and Tuotell olin in Mudie Park Metisse Chunch. Guests included family and friends with signatures noting attendance and ceremonial details, reflecting a traditional ceremony in the community.
The notice lists multiple obituaries and funeral details for residents including Mrs Syllia Fillese of Mr. Meehert Hector Smith and families in Mont, with services held at community churches and cemeteries. It notes years of service, family survivors, and burial at local cemeteries with arrangements by local undertakers.
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