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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1946
Page
2
Prices for provisions in Horshar markets list brown coal oats and bran. Vendors note small quantities and limited stock with several items sold by weight or bag. Local shopfronts show modest activity as buyers consider current rates.
Summary of local court and public notices includes fines for unlicensed driving and motor vehicle breaches. Eviction and rent dispute heard for Sayer versus Connor with details of rent, house purchase, and repairs. A charity event at Cox Show raised funds with dogs winning various prize categories and winners listed.
Marsham Red Cross Society members decided each sub branch will host one annual effort. A stall is to be conducted at the White Hart shop today as part of the year’s Red Cross activities. Liberal Party Women’s Section meeting in Horsham discussed election plans and elected officers.
Menzies, former Hine Minister of Muntratia and federal Opposition leader, spoke at Horsham Town Hall last night backing Mr Mackinnon for Wannon. The event drew a large crowd as supporters cheered and the crowd pressed for clearer pledges on intervention and government policy.
A fragmented report discusses U S Navy ships roaming as commanded and the strategic debate over deployment. It mentions figures like Fate Haseltine and events around a Spartan Hota deployment, referencing approvals and timetable uncertainties amid wartime rhetoric.
A ragged item from Horsham lists community updates including Lois Lighton Hunt on study leave at the University with parents Mr and Mrs Linton Smith of Dover Row. John Butcher, recently released from the ALP after four years, visits Mrs A D Butcher of David Street and plans to resume duty at the local bank. Lauren Dean directs youth activities at Ashens State Bethwol and other items note a visit by Mr Bloy, County Omee for Pont War Reconstruction, to Horamins, plus Rotary talks, school attendances, and clerical reshuffles as Miss Woodgate resigns for marriage and Miss Names Barratt takes over at McWherson Street.
A session meeting notes the Lord's Supper on Sunday and retiring offering for the Session fund. Rev Faire Forrest spoke on "The Growing Church" at Murros PFA. Rev J B McKissock presided with Mr Bob Schultz assisting. Minyip Fellowship attended. social hour and supper followed. Various church groups including Ladies Guild and Methodist Church reports are included with upcoming services and events.
Community figures RS.L Quen Sie Enid Metke and Jean Scott retain leadership while Bob Macinnes edges toward 9000 votes and Pearle Williamson trails at about 7690. Committees show cautious optimism with events planned by Pearle Williamson and Jean Scott for October 10 and later in October. Williamson hosts a card evening at Mrs. Cunningham’s home on Pynsent Street with social success and prizes. A Town Hall concert on October 30 features Blackman’s All Star Band with Joan Jones and other artists, with ticketing soon to open.
An obituary outlines the death of J Murphy, a long time resident and farmer in the Youlat area connected with the Norhco district, and mentions his son’s involvement with a trek team. It notes his farming life, leadership at the local Gontininn Vaile election district, and references a well known local restaurateur. The funeral was held at Square Smee with community figures in attendance.
An uncertain item notes WEW MATIONS' filing with a New York cable authority facing strong opposition. The text references a legal dispute, participation by authorities, and a proposed decision or vote. Details are fragmented and unclear due to damaged OCR.
In a fragmentary report from the Winners League, FTL and Lene leaders prepare for a decisive match tomorrow. Warracknabeal faces Carlton and Horsham rivals as key players like Parsons and Moyatan are highlighted, with focus on tactics, form, and possible lineups ahead of the big game.
In the league chase the Red and White hold a slim edge as Stawell and Ararat press for the lead. Stawell 48 and Ararat face crucial tests this week while hopes rise for a late push toward the East Centre title. Local teams like Minyip and Nhill prepare for upcoming clashes as the season nears its end.
Horsham and District League finals come this weekend with the Miliourne Hine team set to clash. Wally Wellarmann leads the Winners League contenders in an eagerly anticipated match versus Kallue and Woweur, expected to draw a large crowd.
A fragmented OCR shows Horsham team details with names such as Charlie Smith Toft and Dumenny. It lists backs Cornel Hohle Krubsch, halfbacks McDonald Bycchesyn, forwards Kerr Mrmaycont Witt Haletorwoods Kilgatrich Willis Stevens and reserves Peeher.
Fragmented noisy ad page shows multiple wanted items and services. Entries request a maid, forest devil or monkey, pigeons, glassware, tissue pron, grocery work, and a Ballarat manager. plus real estate and dwellings for rent. Also inquiries for master or healer, shop notices, and service requirements with contact details sparse and obfuscated.
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