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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1936
Page
4
A lively public meeting discussed election aims for three seats. Candidates highlighted town development, water and sewerage upgrades, recreation facilities, and future Horsham expansion with focus on roads, lighting, and new industries.
MB Hutchesson pledges steady conservative policy avoiding rate rises and debt while improving footpaths and streets in the Wimmera. He notes past works on private streets and government constraints, detailing gravel use on new paths and ongoing street data.
At the request of many ratepayers and town organisations Mr Menadue offers himself for the vacancy left by Dr Botton. He argues a representative council enables airing of ideas and genuine progress. If elected, he would curb high interest charges, push street works, water services and reserves play areas for children amid rapid growth.
Persistent questioner livens proceedings as Horsham panel discusses dairies water and quarrying. Mr J E Menadue and Mr Hutcheon answer on private property, pricing irrigation water, and council goals. Langlands states no financial interest in MeNfense Creek Quarrying. company runs it under Jack Lang.
A local council hearing discusses quarry frontage impact and proposed drainage near public streets. Key figures include Mr Langlands and Mr Clapp with Water Board concerns raised about ownership, rights, and possible compensation. Debate centers on frontage value and municipal responsibilities.
Residents debated removing dilapidated buildings in flood areas and beautifying the town. A vote approved paint work and suggested clear measures, with thanks to the presiding official and reminders of past maintenance costs.
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