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Newspaper

Horsham Times

Location

Horsham, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 29, 1939

Page

4

Horsham Town Council Re elects Wilmot as Mayor

Dr Wilmot wins re election as Horsham mayor at a ceremonial council meeting. The gathering honoured retiring councillors and praised the mayor for steady leadership, while ex mayor Bowden received appreciation from peers for dignified service and steady support during his term.

Horsham HL Faml K. Bowden Tecom Hein Tiene Alg Mes Howden Taguin Cuotneillors Apomt Bowden Mr. Saint

Two More Candidates Nominated for Horsham Town Council

Nomination for the Horsham Town Council vacancy created by Dr James Barnes death adds John A Saunders to P Glover on the ballot. Saunders, Star Service Station proprietor, has consented to contest the seat. a campaign committee is formed. Election set for Town Hall on Thursday September 7.

P. Glover Horsham James Barnes John A. Saunders Saunders Star Uaillis Street

Edenhope Show Highlights in Squally Show Day

The Edenhope Agricultural Society held its manual show on a stormy Saturday with rain in the afternoon. Entries were strong for horses but fewer cattle poultry and ring events than last year. Awards named include Open Champion D Webb and Bred by Exhibitor Ram L Bull Over 4 and Champion Sheep events with several exhibitors winning in wool and cattle categories.

Edenhope D. Webb D. West H. ©. Schultz M. C. Bull River O. Webb C. Webb T. Roth Hobbs L. Foster L. Hobbs A. Hobbs E. C. Moore R. Wyumatt Betty Merik O'Leary Bester Miss B. Black

Horsham Elects Council Members In Tight Municipal Vote

The Horsham town hall crowd of about 100 listened as returning officer and Mayor Dr L Bowden declared the poll, with candidates speaking on the result. Dr J E Menadue headed the poll, others praised the fair process, and Oliver O Flynn urged consideration of voting method and North Horsham needs.

Horsham L. Bowden Short Ad-Dreves J. E. Menadue Europe L. Hutcheson R. Charles Aad Oliver O'Flynn Menadue Nan North Horsham Urquhart Street L. Reid O'Flynn

Correpondence on Edward Street road surfacing costs

In a letter to the editor a correspondent clarifies Dr Hutcheson’s statement that bitumen surfacing on an existing road costs £22 10s per chain, contrasting it with building a new road. The letter explains the Roads Board method and notes Edward Street would require full reconstruction from fence to fence including two footpaths, culverts, and other works.

Horsham Times L. Hutchesson Edward Street Hutcheson

Goroke Diggers Ball Hailed a Success and Community Thanks

The Goroke Diggers Ball drew many visitors from Edenhope Minyip and surrounding towns. D. P. Lavery and H. E. Miller received thanks for arranging the event as MC A. Vatley and committees oversaw the program with dances including Monte Carlo and fox trot competitions. A social at the Sailor Hall and raffle proceeds supported hospital and poor relief efforts, with appreciation voiced for local volunteers and sponsors.

Haven Euchre Parties End at Eaven School

Wind up event for Eaven Footbal Club held at Eaven School on Saturday night. Prizes awarded to Mrs. Wi Parish Mist ard Mrs J Brooksby Mr Cox Me Wo Parish and Mr Tt Enuter. Aggregate prize won by Ss. W Parish. cake proceeds 2/0/9 and a doll guessing prize went to Mr Spenl with Miss B Northfield also correct. Total amount realized 43/

Eaven Wi. Parish Mist ‘Ard Mr. P. Bushby

Good Downpour Boosts Spring Feed and Water Supply

Noradjua district reports a week of timely rains that fill dams and secure spring feed. Last week 250 points were recorded, 387 points for August up to Sunday, with 60 points won Saturday afternoon in a near hour. The Noradjans Mothers' Club and State School held two guessing contests to raise funds, including a pound cake weight task won by Mr. J. Hammond after three guessed the correct weight.

Noradjans Mothers’ Club Mra. Coates J. Hammond Mra J Leslie

Horsham Club Postpones Mixed Foursomes to Sept 2

Weather delays force postponement of the Horsham Club mixed foursomes trophies event. Captain Dr KJ A Henderson notes the new date as Saturday September 2 at the Dosen links. An open mixed event will follow with cordial invitations to members. Bridge and other activities were held with Mrs Whee and Mesdames Hanks Newle and E A Smith among winners.

Pigeon Homing J Tydeman Wins Derby

Riverton South Australia hosted the Horsham Homing Club young bird derby with twenty four pigeons from nine members. The heavy race and boisterous weather reduced arrivals. J Tydeman’s blue bar cock finished first at 72 minutes past midnight Sunday, securing victory as the lone fast return. Next week the club runs the old bird race from the same point.

Riverton South Australia Horsham Homing Club

Australia in Davis Cup Final

Australia advances to the Davis Cup final after a dominant inter zone final win securing one victory and earning a place in the championship match. The match highlights include key performances by leading players as the team solidifies its title bid.

Bromwich and Quist Triumph in Inter Zone Final

In the inter zone final against Yugoslavia Bromwich defeated Mitic 63 62 and Quist beat Kukuljevic 6 2 6 4 8 4 securing Australia a place in the Davie Cup playoff against the United States.

Brooklyn Yugoslavia Bromwich Quist Mitic D. Kukuljevic Australia America

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