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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1932
Page
5
Noon yesterday was sultry and unsettled in the east with thunderstorms. A southward flow and extending fronts brought rein to the south, contracting eastwards and easing by tomorrow as conditions improve.
W P Pryor, secretary of the authority, said yesterday he was awaiting tender confirmations. Upon receipt of advice it was anticipated the work would begin within a month from the time the letter was received.
Yesterday the 1th annual field day at Longerenong College attracted over 150 farmers. The event praised late President P Learmenuth and featured J Brake guiding plot inspections and advice on shifting to dairying and fodder conservation. A fuller report will follow.
Mr RB F Tonteher reports a letter from the State Rivers and Water Supply Commission stating it cannot adopt a two shillings per acre rate. It notes no irrigation district is in operation and maintains the present charge of 12 per acre foot as reasonable for water supplied to the Riverside fruit growers, Horsham.
Horsham recorded 58 points of rain in November across five rainy days. The prior year saw 1.imehea inches over seven days, with rainfall spread across the same period.
The Hor sham A N A held its fortnightly meeting on Tuesday with new president Mr W Papst presiding. Discussions set May 3 as jubilee night and Mr R Ruthinasos installed Mr G Fischer as vice president in acknowledgment of his service.
A notice announces a scheduled gathering tomorrow at 2 30 P.M. with a request for a large attendance. Organizers urge participants to arrive early and participate in the event.
Mr Cameron’s group lends items while a fall report is promised next leave. Horsham Ladies Benevolent Society urgently seeks babies and children's clothing, with parcels left at the manse, Pyn Sent Street. A valuable cow owned by Mr J re lar of Edith Street died after grazing on poisoned grass following a railway incident.
The Catholic Women's Social Guild held a Friday Christmas Fair with approximate proceeds of £123. Winners listed include Mrs T Carey for a Christmas hamper, Mr J M Hagpigan for a £1 note, Miss Crowley for a dressing jacket, Miss M Ryan for a handworked box, Mrs Mayes for a cake, and Mrs Moylan for best sponge sandwich.
The Horsham Band will play a programme this Friday evening at the intersection of Roberta Avenue and Firebrace Street. Collectors seek donations to fund Christmas cheer for Base Hospital patients. The band has long treated helping the sick as a special privilege and invites all workers to contribute their mite.
The Blue Bird Cafe announces in this issue that they have a new ice cream brand Amscoll's from Adelaide, now available in Horsham. The cafe also specializes in cold luncheons, salads, and sundaes.
Alf J Broadway presents his comedy pantomime Red Riding Hood at Horsham Town Hall with 16 star artists from Melbourne 64 performance run and current 300th show in principal towns Elitie Peterson as Red Riding Hood Jim Rowasine and Alf J Broadway as principal fan makers special features include Acrobatic Marvels Juggling Broadways Denis the educated pig Sunshine Beauty Ballet and Whirlwind Romanoff skaters
Members and associates from Horsham St John’s Girls Friendly Society journeyed to Murton with about 25 attendees. A large contingent from Minyip joined the outing, described as a happy and enjoyable evening for all participants.
Madame Griffiths announces a new collection of Spring and Summer frocks now on hand inviting inspection. Describes it as the most outstanding display since the war with smart exclusive designs in all colors and materials. Millinery section praised for style distinction and value with a promotion of lower prices and phone contact 470.
Messra Dalgety & Co and J Kimberley & Sons report their Telangatuk off-shears sale drew a large crowd with 2000 sheep sold at an average 5 shillings per head. Top price reached 7s 4d for 200 four year fat wethers from McKinnon, with satisfactory bids across various lines including ewes and wethers.
A Tuesday concert by the Hor m Borough Band drew a large crowd to Park venue for an evening of Waltzes and popular tunes. Proceeds benefited the Foods of the band and the Progress Association, under whose auspices the recital was held.
On Rupanyep North the young farmer Joffre Hewitt was injured while cranking a tractor during engine checks. He appeared to dislocate an arm but examination by Dr. Keipert found a forearm injury. he was attended and may not recover to work soon.
The Australian Tobacco Investigation issued a guide on all stages of tobacco from selection of varieties to preparation for manufacturers. The publication, prepared with State Agriculture, aids growers and prospective growers. Copies are free and available from Australian Tobacco Investigation Box 100 Canberra or State Agriculture Departments.
Mr W E Thomas a dentist offers consultations at Horsham Exchange Hotel next Friday from 2 to 5 pm then visits Dimboola on Monday December 5 He touts safer faster plaster impression alternatives no pain extractions and free extractions on orders with worldwide assistants and Ballarat country work Call for first visit through his advertising claims
Virginia Bruce and Richard Arlen star in The Sky Bride a dramatic aviation tale about courage and memory. The British film Men Like These appears with a submarine ram and escape story. Children's film party Episode 3 of Perils of the Wild and Mickey's Master Mind join the lineup with Streep of Women and A Dangerous Affair as headliners.
December gardening hints from Thomas Brown Horsham Botanical Gardens cover flowers and vegetables. Plant autumn flowering dabhas chrysanthemums and gladioli. sow early cinerarias pansies primulas and other florist flowers. sow cabbage cauliflower brussels sprouts boroccoli savoy late potatoes cabbage celery leeks. Gather herbs when full bloom and pull onions to dry.
The Country Roads Board approved a tender for the Arapiles Shire Horsham Hamilton road works. The contract, for gravelling clearing and forming of 15 840 feet, was awarded to Mr N H Curtis of Wonwondah South for £38 15s. 0d.
A lecture in Catholic Hall by Fr. Roper, renowned among Catholic clergy, will be delivered at Horsham HLALC B. Society event next week. Members and others are invited to attend.
Be tah district farmers report successful pea cultivation with yields up to nine bags per acre. One farmer notes potential soil restoration if harvest proceeds and benefits of increased activity in this direction are anticipated.
An eagle nest on a farm owned by E A Parsons yielded a wheelbarrow load of wool in size and material. Melbourne politician Fairbairn urged optimism for wool despite severe losses, predicting industry recovery with higher productivity in the Western district and rising prices.
A serious accident occurred Tuesday morning at the Mount Dryden Pine Plantation when workers Harlow Juvin of Stawell and Patrick Finn of Melbourne felled a tree. A forked tree split in heat causing debris to strike Colvin, knocking Finn down with abrasions while Colvin suffered severe injuries and was taken to Stawell Hospital for observation.
At Stawell Court last week John McKellar owner of Kirkella and Glyn estates faced charges for failing to destroy roty hits on his property. The evidence showed he employed two men three months a year at a costly rate and could not exterminate mobs as rabbits needed control. The POM said insufficient measures were taken and he was fined with costs.
Mrs A McQueen sustained serious injuries at the Rupanvun Presbyterian Church during an anniversary service. She slipped on steps while seeking water, breaking a small bone above the ankle and splintering another. Congregation members aided her before she was taken to Horsham Rane Hospital.
Mrs Shields of Tongala was gored by a bull on Thursday while moving it from one paddock to another. The bull charged again after she dodged, trampling and goring her with horn injuries. She leaves a widower and six children. her husband Mr Shields aided by fending off the animal with a shovel.
At Stawell Court on Morday a Stawell Kanya contractor connected with James T. von faced trial over driving duties of a fonttry omnibus on the St the Highway to the western license stage. The case included passengers between Stawell and Ararat. Judge Lori RW with C IB. Also Raweny Martin prosecuted. Verdict: fined £1.
In a partially readable transcript the record outlines motions carried in Parliament and the return of dines amid confusion. Readers see references to a Tard Bill 2 and ongoing debates about legislative actions with unclear timing and attendees.
During a lunch adjournment at the Fire Brigades demonstration in Ararat last Saturday Fireman Hughes of the Stawell Brigade was badly scalded when a large can of boiling water fell on his arm. He was rushed to hospital and later returned to witness the conclusion of the event.
Melbourne records over an inch of rain in three hours forcing postponement of interstate tennis matches and leading to the abandonment of Ballarat races.
The last award in the pastoral industry was announced today by Chief Judge Dethridge to the Arbitration Court. The only change in interim real rates concerns wool pressers. all shearers’ rates, except in West Australia, are reduced by 2 due to the fall in the cost of living. Employers’ bid for no suspension of the elation bees and a union preference claim was refused.
In the report the Labor Party discusses a reinstatement matter tied to a parliamentary or party conference. The piece names several individuals and mentions a regional event and leadership questions affecting the party's direction.
A rugged visitor known as a bagman visited Mr J Booth’s Miram homestead and offered to tackle stubborn thistles. He claimed rapid progress, promising to finish the job in a few days, earning more work on nearby barriers as a result.
Mr AT Eaten of Lah reported a harvest of 30 bags of Kanew wheat from a crop of TD bags. The truckload weighed eighty bushels over the target, and the surplus was earmarked for the Wheat Corporation.
The discussion centers on state land taxation and valuation fairness. Mr Kiernan criticizes higher charges for state land while Mr Richardson advocates a single valuation. Government officials predict about £30,000 revenue and the bill passes after considering overdues and interest rates.
On the lane of Mr. D. Payne south of Rupanyup two haystacks containing about 7 tons valued at £1500 were destroyed by fire last Monday afternoon. Neighbours rushed to the farm Breaks, a tractor moved to prevent spread, and a blaze reached Mr. Paine's residence. Fire started from rubbish burned a week earlier. hay was not insured.
Moyston resident Donald McDwoald crafted a ukelele from wood matches with about twenty used in its construction. The instrument is ornamented with ivory pieces and a bristle from a woman's hair clasp.
A secret TLAP and Country party meeting in Parliament House failed to reach a vote as members insisted taxes are sufficient for the present financial year. They referenced moves to shift £56 000 from the Country Roads Benefit fund into consolidated revenue to raise cheque stamp duty. Officials warned the impact on business, while the Premier hinted at retirement from office if interference continues. A formal council session is likely to occur to consider amendments.
A hay stack of about 60 tons at H. H. Doxson's farm Wallaloo East was burned but not allowed to spread due to help from Marioo bush fire brigade and many neighbors. Also notes court actions: W. C. Brey and H. W bearers granted carriers and forwarding agents' licences. John Pearson awarded £5 17/6 with 18 costs against B. Creasey Pimpinio. Prahras Mayor and Mayoress Dr A W Cole plan a Christmas children’s entertainment.
Langley argued Christianity cannot command the intellects of modern thinkers. He cited science and education, criticized church finances and belief in the resurrection, and challenged clergy to dispute his statements at Geelong West Town Hall.
A case alleging George Eastwell of Nbill faced charges of assault and intent to cause grievous bodily harm was dismissed. The court dismissed the matter involving Bert Mor tison as part of the record.
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