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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1931
Page
3
The listing shows provisional selling prices for beer potatoes bacon oats pollard flour and sacks with per unit and per bushel charges. Some entries are unclear but indicate standard commodities including beef produce and staples.
Dalgety Co reports wheat and feed prices at Melbourne and nearby Horsham. Milling 2/ to 3/. English 2/8. OUnpe 2/2. Mia niwe 3/1 to 3/2. Potters 3 15 to 5. Onions 5. Eggs 7d to 8d. Horsham wheat yesterday hb per bushel.
Death yesterday at Abbotsleigh Hospital Minier Hive. Beloved elder daughter of Mr and Mrs Edmond Verdell Ly Miethersem Street Howr cal Sh pewuts Rest. The Forsyth family thanks friends for letters cards telegrams and expressions of sympathy.
The Che Borsham Times announces regular publication on Tuesdays and Fridays with a weekly schedule for readers. The notice emphasizes consistent printing days and availability at local vendors.
The Labor Party appears ahead as a federal election shapes Victorian politics. Analysts credit a high proportion of Labor MPs with cooperative, guiding roles, aiding the party’s credibility against the opposition and affecting federal seats.
A strong local response praises the improved market conditions for growers. The Australian dried fruits industry shows growth under new organization with over 90 percent grower support, boosting marketing efficiency and packing standards to meet expanding demand.
A series of storms battered the area Tuesday and Wednesday bringing heavy rainfall, flooding on district roads, bogging motorists on the Doven-Murton route, and a sunken petrol wagon. Victoria Valley recorded 60 points of rain, hail fell at Wall, temperatures cooled to 88 then 80 degrees, and forecasters warned of sultry inland conditions with scattered rain and southeast winds.
Yesterday the Water Commission district engineer Mr. Clark and engineers BR McNabb and L N Welsh inspected the proposed Pine Lake Horsham irrigation channel route and the Glenelg River works.
Eighteenth denial day at Longerenong in the Horsham district attracted strong attendance from farmers. Speakers urged diversification beyond wheat, citing pioneers of the Caras Wimmera region. Officials and representatives from the Council of Agricultural Education attended, with praise for publicity efforts by the Horsham Society and a tour of plots supervised by RO McTaggart and AL Lee. A separate Horsham Borough meeting reviewed arrears in rates with Mr M Mockell noting audit completion and urging collection of outstanding sums.
Horsham Town Council discussed a £20 grant to the council and £100 for labor for relief works as advised by Melbourne. Unemployed leaders argued for work not charity, and the mayor urged a labor scheme funded by the council with limited materials costs.
Mr Alf Waterfield of Stawell donated an enlarged photo to Marsham School Volunteer Cadet Corps. The image, a history piece, will be hung with other pictures in the school gallery. Community thanks are expressed for the donation and the corps’ founders are noted.
Dr Wil moth praised the broad clean-up of errests during the ideal town quest noting strong effort and urging continued work. Mayor Barnes commended residents for keeping places in good order and urged balanced praise over harsh critique.
The Mayor Dr J Barnes at the Fear on nce monthly meeting urged giving to help less fortunate citizens in Horsham. A toy appeal was launched for children and the mayor hoped for a generous response soon. He sent season’s greetings to colleagues staff and the press.
Hoonsme J J Hennessy of the Exchange Hotel Horshmim was charged with serving liquor and having men on the premises during prohibited hours. Licensing Inspector EL Carruthers led the case with Ian Bennett for the defendant. Evidence from First Constable Kearney and Sergeant Docking detailed a November 6 visit, a light by the cupboard, and two men inside with one wearing a ghiss in his hood. The Licensing Court had opposed the licence transfer. Hennessy, a 25 year licensed operator, faced penalties if convicted.
A large audience heard Me Scallin’s embhasiastie speech when Marshamese Hospital secretary Mr Promchant challenged a Sales Tax question about hospital instruments. Mayor Dr Barnes intervened and warned the questioner only to ask, provoking a sharp retort the crowd found improper.
At a Tuesday meeting the Town Clerk announced a Postmaster General inspector confirmed motors cause wireless interference. The council agreed to fund condenser installation while homeowners supply labor and materials, noting Horsham was an earlier example.
The Morsino Borough Band will perform tonight at the corner of Firebrace Street and Roberts Avenue at S o’clock. Proceeds from the collection aid Christmas cheer for Base Hospital patients, marking the band’s annual charity event.
The Melbourne woolbuyers report shows the average price realised for greasy wool sold in Melbourne during the week ended 28 November, comprising one day’s selling, at 1l] per Thur or £2 10s 4d per bale, based on an average bale weight of 50s.
Weekend sale offers danite Votle and Haron Frocks in all sizes and colors. New Shoutungs, Pon gee Many garments, Georgette and Crepe de Chene arrive at low prices. Millinery features ready-to-wear hats and accessories. Hosiery Lingerie and Xmas gifts featured with phone contact.
A glass plate valued window in Mr N McMullin's chemistry shop was smashed after a disturbance last night. J Francis, nearby, was assaulted several times by intoxicated men who fled. Rosy report corrected that repairs to watches clocks jewellery spectacles continue at Rennie’s shop under Mr Jordan.
Arrangements are underway for a women’s bridge and card evening in the Town Hall on Monday December 14. Proceeds will go to Horsham House Hospital. Further details will appear in our next issue.
A lightning flash sparked a small hay fire in a paddock near Kalkee taken under control by quick help from locals. The Dimboola Rush Fire Brigade arrived soon after and prevented greater loss to Mr. Reynolds. Heavy rain aided cooling the scene as about two points fell within minutes near Mr. Her Nobis’ farm.
A grass fire started on Mfr A Jende's property at South Rupavoap due to lightning. About five acres burned as a severe morning thunderstorm lashed the town for three hours with heavy rain falling in parts. A separate Tuesday storm toppled a tree on Rupanyao common. Wheat crops sustained some damage.
The pupil of Miss Pickda Cox will give a recital at the Town Hall on Tuesday December 22 instead of December 15 as previously announced.
The Ararat Advertiser notes bright weather drives a busy weekend plan for travel through the Grampians. A proposed circuit from Ararat to Hall's Gap via Yarra, through the Warner Valley and Wanwon valleys, ending back at Ararat, is described as an ideal excursion with scenic views and a pleasant all-day journey.
The Hobbsham Theatre offers a varied program featuring She Lyre Birt as a nature study, The Night Angel with Miss Carrell and Frederic Marsh in The Last Parade, a report of a city crime figure, and Almost a Honeyminon as a stage adaptation.
The annual students concert under Mrs Cameron opens at Harmham Theatre with Miss Marion Butler Miss Joan Jones and other young talents performing operatic arias. Oliver Lawrence and Norman Menzies contribute solos while Greta Baker appears in Marguerite and other selections. Proceeds support the unemployed typists fund.
A Monday evening gathering of the Drang South division of the Karat Betterment scheme heard FP Langlands discuss progress on irrigation for Taylors Lake Pine Lake and the Wimmer River. D Chark outlined the channel route and answered questions on charges and construction amid general support.
The Heesham Horongit committee will hold its monthly meeting on the upcoming February Tuesday. Members will discuss the event and related matters including the Waterwouk trust and other pending issues.
At the monthly Water Works meeting the secretary submitted estimates and the board agreed to adopt a water rate of one shilling. Directors Wilmoth and Barnes moved for adoption and the motion passed with extended discussion of the water charge and related details.
A Horsham based organization hosts a meeting titled Nest Werthestar at S15 at Sah's eartet led by Senator J. Mr Shewhan of the Labor delegation. The event aims to discuss upcoming elections and civic engagement.
At a meeting of the council committee on Toone Mr J Leek questioned the Camp Motel at Dimboola. The licensee Mrs Ive Nichols faced fines for allowing perem ce and the owner Lewley Smith defended the property. A new building plan was discussed and a temporary license suspension until June was proposed with a December decision pending a written statement.
A garbled health note discusses chewing, blood sugar, and fats. It lists a dental visit by Thomas, a dentist, at the Exchange hotel today and an additional stop at Mor sham. The ad mentions a death and a town notice of a forthcoming dental visit.
The North Western Woollen Mill at Stawell reports high activity to meet orders. Directors receive tributes from across Australia for the mill's output while New Zealand orders bring satisfaction. The mill runs three shifts as manager Jake Bennett completes purchasing 1000 bales of wool sourced from Melbourne and Artetuide.
A report to the council discusses granting a trade license to Mr Gr Tydeman to operate a skin and wool store. The premises include an existing licensed cam factory area with a 40 foot drain and concrete sinks, and weekly handling of skins is noted.
Menters and friends attend a divertisement for the Horelian NAP BA social evening at the Fire Brigade Hall on May Thibe backing the market ing for the wear. The Jeperit Athletic Club presents arrangements for New Year's Day events with prize money and swimming competitions. Distinct events include a gift segment with £100 and a £10 prize for amateur athletes, plus aquatic and track races. Competitors must note entry closes December 7 and program details are available from the committee secretary Abr JL Gr. Amerson.
Last Saturday afternoon in Hemiley gaming police conducted a raid on street betting and related activities. Twenty two well known residents were taken into custody on various counts and ordered to appear at Haawiton Court at Petty Sessiode on December 1.
A Mondar meeting of Mar Park Sports elects officers for the previous year and sets up a budget and event slate. Prizes total £15. committee members include Mr Hore, Mr Martin, and Mrs May. The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, December 12 at 3 pm.
Warrtombowl Rotary members from Tul with their wives visit Horsham Rotary Club tomorrow for the weekly luncheon at Merring Cafe. After dinner the women go to a theatre party at Horsham Theatre while the Rotarians join an interclub discussion. They return Sunday accompanied by members of the Horsham Talk of War a Wartook group.
Delegates from Horsham Cavenii Coleraine and Port Fairy attend the UAP gathering under AWN and NNSL banners. The group endorses Mr Schulford as candidate amid talks on electoral strategy and postwar policy.
A central committee decision within the Country Party sparked a sudden challenge to Mr. Bruce in the Flinders electorate. The move drew criticism from National and State Country Party members who warned it could derail the alliance and risk seats in upcoming Senate contests.
A correspondent describes chaotic haying on Kel Kine farm with accidents. A worker cuts a turkey at its post, severing its legs, and another man amputates a rabbit near a bend. Amid the mishaps a stock mishap and a dropped binder knot are noted as the men proceed with the thrashing and tying.
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