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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1930
Page
7
Commercial intelligence from Horsham shows selling prices for staples including butter honey potatoes onions bacon oats flour and chaff with figures obscured by OCR. Several items list per pound or per bushel prices and vary by store though the legible entries indicate modest wartime era commodity costs.
Dalgety &C. lists Thursday quotes for wheats oats barley maize and potatoes at Melbourne with ranges for English varieties and chaff. Horsham yesterday saw wheat at 2 shillings 1 pence per bushel.
In Melbourne during the national week of prayer Rev W Gansen urged inquiry into personal and societal flaws and warned of a lack of hope. Dr A W Kemp, presiding, said contemporary life shows weak moral stamina and a rush to material aims over spiritual duties. He urged following Christ to overcome difficulties.
In Parliament the Agriculture Minister outlined a bill to impose a compulsory pool with no sidelines, despite farmers’ recent rejection of a pooling scheme. Cabinet lineups hinted at framing details next week as ministers weigh the political impact and potential chaos from early intervention.
Melbourne reports record heat as Tuesday reached 91 and Wednesday climbed to 98, the hottest day of the season. A0 degree reading alongside evening showers and dust marked the day, with forecasts calling for rain and thunder. The paper will go to press earlier on Mondays due to district mail changes and strict ad and sports submission deadlines.
Adelaide reports rain across the state with thunderstorms in the far south. William Creek and Oodnadatta recorded 252 and 187 points respectively, while Alice Springs saw 175 points. Railways say lines were flooded and drainage affected agricultural districts.
The first load of new season's wheat arrived at Jung carried by Mr. Dave Baker of Ryonéviste on Wednesday. Wheat cart operations will not be in full swing for some time as the crop still appears quite green.
The Horsham Waterworks Trust copies a by law regulating garden water use during December January and February. Householders are asked to display the notice conspicuously. Inspectors will be employed periodically and infringements will be treated seriously. Ratepayers are urged to comply to ensure adequate garden water pressure.
The Horsham Borough Band plans a Sunday recital at 2 20 pm in the Botanical Gardens to raise funds for a Pase Hospital relief appeal. Under Mr J R Baillie the group performed popular tunes and hymns to a large crowd. proceeds were about 25 pounds 10 shillings.
The State high and primary schools will start Christmas vacation on Friday December 19 and return on January 27 for primary, February 3 for high and junior technical schools, and February 9 for sea term selectees.
Plath and fancy heavy duck veran dah blinds with reinforced corners and made to order sizes. Also tents tarpaulins motor dust covers guaranteed water bags. Heavy duck leather-bound reaper and binder canvas sea all sizes. Repairs and remodels offered. Complete saddlery stock at 81 Fire brave Street Hersham. adt.
Patrona screens the White Hell of Vitz Pala tonight with dramatic avalanches and plane stunts. Tomorrow and Wednesday feature two all talking films Dames Ahov and Hide Out with Glenn Tryon and James Murray in romantic college drama and comic adventure, but no talkies Monday due to Mrs Cameron's concert.
Mr H. Cornforth, chairman of directors, announced that Vacuum Oil Company Pty Limited lodged an application to convert £160,000 in the Commonwealth Conversion Loan. He said the firm has always backed Commonwealth war loans and believed Australia would overcome current difficulties and progress.
A fine Gallipoli wheat sample grown on virgin Mallee and brought to Kativa this week. Planted by Mr Ord on cleared land, the crop stands about three feet high with heads well filled. Estimated yield near 20 bushels per acre, indicating strong potential under favorable winds.
The papite of Mirw Vieter Cramer will perform pianoforte at Johns Chapel in Birginnd Hall on Saturday December 13 at 8 pm. Proceeds go to the siemployed. The notice mentions quality ingredients and a high standard of service maintained over the counter.
On Friday December 12 at 5 pm Sir James Barrett and Histories Society of Victoria members will visit Harrow to unveil a cairn on the Glenelg River marking Major Mitchell's 1836 route. Kowree Shire president Dr. P Lavery will welcome, district schoolchildren form a guard of honour. On Saturday December 15 the visit continues to Miga Lake to unveil a cairn then Edenhope where a new Bush Nursing Hospital will be opened by Sir James.
A varnish and stain called Sta-Brite has been well received for durability and quick drying. Sta-Black stove polish lasts four weeks with no offensive odor. Lino-Brite is a long-lasting polish that resists marks and dries in ten minutes. Hood Brite keeps leather hood areas waterproof and pliable. Neverstick guarantees to cure the toughest leather or oil skin. Sold by leading stores.
A Horsham N USP B A branch meeting at Memorial Hall chaired by Mr. Ladd discussed delaying regular meetings to March. Exhibits led by Mr. Fletcher featured trios of utility white leghorns and notable prize birds including first prize cockeral, two hens, and tied second in judging.
A local notice invites customers to visit Madame Griffiths to learn how to balance a budget through a display of affordable frocks and machinery. She assures a secret method named Flow to haldinee the budget and offers a paid opportunity upon inquiry. Phone 470.
The Horsham Theatre hosts a December 8 concert by Mr Tom Cameron’s pupils featuring art songs ballads and several operatic arias in costume. Performers include Miss Butler Mrs Alan Kimberley Mim Nancy Studley Miss Greta Baker and Mr W Lawrence with two choruses and the Orpheus Male Choir. The Horsham Orchestra under J R Baillie L.A.B. assists and proceeds go to the Ladies Benevolent Society. Box plan at the theatre seats at no extra charge. The price of admission is not stated.
A Melbourne ad notes Wartook holiday shacks are popular during good weather and open for New Year holidays. Dr Geo E Payne Philpots discusses milk supply hygiene, noting better health measures raise milk quality, safety, and infant formula through dehydrated products and processed cow and human milk blends.
A historic notice warns that widespread dental discomfort, prostheses and indigestion stem from missing wilisticators, suggesting artificial teeth reshape cheek appearance and aid youthfulness.
Mr W. E. Thomas plans a Hor sham visit today consulting at the Exchange Hotel from 2 to 5 pm before a Dimboola trip on Saturday. Future stops include Hor sham December 12 and Dimboola December 13. The Wonwondah Ensat Hall Christmas tree and dance are set for Wednesday night December 7 and a Brim paen Hall dance on Thursday December 9.
A motor car crashed into an electric light pole in Stawell early today killing Ernest Boder a local resident. Police investigated the fatal crash and are examining surrounding circumstances at the scene.
Following a Public Service inspectors inquiry, 200 temporary clerks are declared surplus and 200 reformed soldiers are dismissed. Officers face rationing and mandatory holidays as the Defence department reshapes its staff.
Police officials said no new facts were found in the Mary Dean and Mona Griffiths murders but expressed confidence that ongoing inquiries would be successful.
In committee this afternoon the Transport Bill faced opposition as MPs criticized the bill and called for further consideration. Mr J Cain defended the measure while Mr A Reunimore urged delay, warning of declines in primary product prices and higher railway freight costs.
Town Hall meeting in Horsham discussed forming a swimming club at the weir pool. Mayor Watts and Councillor allies backed plans for improved facilities, a by law on river usage, and a volunteer committee to drive the project with initial funding sought from the council.
An official proclamation announces the Swine Act goes into operation December 1, lowering the duty on pig sales from two pence to one penny and providing compensation to owners of pigs destroyed during the swine fever outbreak three years ago.
Fragmentary OCR notes reflect a discussion of Parliament timing and government attempts to better employ time. Mentions reforming legislation and reheating measures as Parliament adjourns. The text is garbled but indicates emphasis on efficiency and governance.
The report notes a sharp decline in vehicle reparations across clashes, with Dechwiz linked to motor traffic issues. Revenue fell about EW compared to the previous year, reflecting reduced activities and damaged transit conditions.
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