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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1949
Page
1
Fragmentary text describes chaotic shopping times and headaches from crowded aisles. Mentions holiday needs and free Xmas offers with car oil and a cryptic name note. Läs reader context unclear but conveys busy season pressure.
A fragment notes that memorial stones labeled Corbin Memorial should be made from selected granite and guaranteed for quality, design, and workmanship, signaling high standards for timeless markers.
Senator Pollard defends Labour government stability and policy gains during a Hor shim meeting with Sudhola, arguing coalitions fail and Labour provides results. He cites Commonwealth Bank creation, maternity pension, wheat marketing schemes, and wartime leadership to bolster support for Labor and warn against a Liberal-Country push.
Local reports from Horsham indicate all wheat harvest labor demands have been met for the season. Officials say available workers and new Australian input will cover needs, with machine operation knowledge and migrant training planned for next year.
Two nominations were received by the town clerk Mr Watts to fill the vacancy from Dr L H Collins death. George Faux and Dowling are the candidates. Faux previously served as a councillor and was defeated in August. Dowling runs the Horsham butter factory and holds local positions.
The minister asserts the TAA government will achieve a balanced budget within two years, outlining planned fiscal measures and reforms to reduce deficits. Details specify policy steps but omit implementation timelines.
The Green Lake outlet and works have been closed to the general public by the Bate Rivers and Water Supply Commission. A sign restricting access was erected after complaints of stone throwing at the outlet tower and removal of gravel. Recreation ground and swimming facilities remain open to the public.
Temperatures ranged from 62 to 69 with a high of 69 and a low of 48. Tuesday and Wednesday brought fine conditions, though overcast periods appeared, as readings topped at 66 on one day and dipped to 48 on another.
Taxi operators in Horsham voiced mixed views on installing taxi meters. Some argued meters would raise fares and upset passengers, while others supported meters for fair pricing and customer clarity. A few favored delaying meters, citing potential price hikes during trips to Green Park.
Britain marks prime minister Churchill’s 75th birthday as World War III shadows the empire. Public morale is lifted by his speeches as nations endure hardships and extend the global conflict.
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