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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1938
Page
5
Fragment shows garbled list of goods and their unit prices at Mobsham market including Batter, Ballarat, Burver and Tran bushels with unclear figures. Names and places resemble historical trade terms but data is unreadable.
Fragmentary notes show wheat and maize prices quoted, with various bids and fees. The session references milling inputs, feed, and barley terms, plus flour and Bay quotes.
The discussion notes the high likelihood of a Federal referendum failing if states resist new powers. Dunstan hints the move could be blocked by state consent, urging co operation with states to avoid forcing a constitutional change. The piece cites Peter and warn against dictating terms to states, predicting strong regional opposition.
Summer to winter conditions bring showers across the state and the Alps with cloudy periods and southwest winds. The Flyrstaw Hotry Club held its weekly meeting where members discussed Morsha events, with Mr Langlands presenting forecasts and Mr Woodgate chairing the evening, receiving thanks for past efforts.
A fragmented report on a program at the Opera House highlighting the life and works of Werdl. It notes an upcoming event featuring Italian opera influences and discusses stage atmosphere and potential future performances in Irvine.
A fragmented report outlines a tour of irrigated pasture ambassadors. The piece mentions the Hogan rule and heritage categories, with references to Semen, Fiske Brom, Getree, Hat, and Bartlett phases. Mr WH SeNab of the Hints Hivers and Water supply ometenton discusses conservation and explains the workings of various enter plants.
Horsham base hospital Christmas appeal. Charity drive and hospital Sunday services in churches. Public notices include stock train rearrangements by Victoria Railways and rail freight schedule changes. Local fete results, university exams, a tractor accident, and Horsham Methodist Church reopening with concerts and organ recital details.
The Geelong Woolgrowers Association notes average wool prices for November 25 and 24 at 12 974 per lb or 09 87 7 per bale, with average weight 285 41 th. A complimentary violin concert honors Mr Milton Holden and Stawell musician Mars ham muse lovers assist in the event at Stawell on December 4. Town Clerk W P Pryor invites attendance to recognize Horstimin’s support for Joan Jones’ testimonial.
The government announces a Christmas week allocation of sustenance benefits for families in receipt of aid during the week ending December 24 and for those who would have qualified by December 26. Additional cash or orders issued in lieu of sustenance, with conditions, plus special allowances for workers' relief schemes and households receiving fuel or wood aid.
At the annual meeting of the Royal Australian Club of Victoria the speaker urged keeping defence paramount while opposing some petrol and trading restrictions on car owners. Discussion covered wheat tax revenue, drought relief, and proposed bonuses to wheat growers, outlining distribution estimates across Victoria and national implications.
The text urges small holders to convert maturing securities into a new Commonwealth loan with high interest and tax advantages, claiming safety and state support. It notes an order from Horsham Police Court allowing an undefended case against Shep terds Stores and Miss E Cussen with costs.
The marriage of Miss Hazel Jean Lawson of Bowden Street Horham to Mr Charles Dixon Watt of St Kilda was quietly celebrated at the Presbyterian Church St Kilda on November 19. The event followed a formal arrangement with Mrs Lawson and Mr Watt listed among attendees.
Testimony in the Glifton Hill murder case of Frederik Sherry's killing includes Jenner admitting to being with Wallace when the robbery occurred and a later written statement claiming they planned a raid as Sherry left the bank. The defense seeks a new trial as Judge Brympan weighs the evidence. proceedings adjourned.
The report notes that all wheat measures passed and Cortin's amendment was defeated amid mixed support. Correspondent Tunberm cites early support shifting, with opponents foaming, and indicates a likely postponement of related bills until September. A Gullert, Mears Stewart and McCalcoe oppose the government plan.
Dalgety and Co Ltd held their eighth annual off shears sale near Burpton with about 900 sheep from district grazers. Prices were strong as buyers from Riverina and Wimmera competed, led by notable lots including Mr A B Chitmside's 1 year old merino ewes at 5/7 and 2 year old ewes at 10.0.
The report notes Rev. fering teneinsi of Wesley Church being busy with travel for a Sunday arrival to Horstiany and a service at Wesley Cilirets. It mentions Nurse J. Billings and a group receiving success in the Nurses' Heart of Vor Norgae, plus Pryor winning a scholarship competition at Queen's College as part of a strong academic showing.
The article outlines upcoming Presbyterian services at Horehani and Dooan with sacraments, the evening sermon by E G Petherick on Bodies Mortal, and a remembrance day. It notes a moderator’s sermon, student and fellowship events, socials in Navneuk Church, and a social evening in Horsham with talks from Behan and Merter, plus various attendance plans and preparations.
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