Grass Burring Debate Moves Town Toward Central Baths
Hor tham Town Council meeting discusses grass burning ban and central public baths site. Debate covers rent for library room, Red Cross needs, and transport advisory report amid sheep found near railway and May Park concerns. Mayor Dr. F W Rodda presided over full council.
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Hortham
Conneil
Tien
Red Cross
Bat
Yacda
State of May Park
SRS
F. W. Rodda
Modern Baths Proposed for City to Help Drowning Prevention
A city council committee weighs a proposal to build modern baths aimed at preventing drownings. The report cites surveys showing many children cannot swim and requests feasibility data from neighboring towns to inform decisions.
Burning Grass Cleanup Sparks City Debate
The fire brigade and mayor discuss handling street grass and tree debris along with residents' protests. Plans consider removing or preserving trees while balancing public safety and aesthetics. Public officials pledge a meeting with fire and safety committees to review the situation.
Infectious Diseases Reported Diphtheria Immunisation of Children
The report notes diphtheria immunisation efforts for children, listing various districts and responses. It mentions registration forms and applications for vaccination, with many parents complying or declining, and a focus on the timing and coordination of inoculations.
Red Cross Branch A Deliberation At Bent Public Library
The Horsham district Council faced requests from Red Cross Branch A led by Mr A Kimberlay and Mrs McAuley to continue rent support or provide alternative accommodations. Deputation members urged council to cover rent or offer space. council agreed to pay temporarily, pending funding sources, while discussing room use and future arrangements. Additional notes covered town services, staffing, animal control, and roadworks in the area.
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Horsham Bellenag Heamed
Mrx
A. Kimberlay
Mex
A. McAuley
Bligh
Dr. Bowden
Kimberley
Chobrah
Wilmoth
Morshan
Red Crim
Melbourne
Jane
Manle
Rome
McA
Disgraceful Park Neglect Draws Council Attention
The council discussed conditions at May Park where path damage and neglected shrubs were noted. Dr Saunders and Mr Cahill urged action while the Town Clerk cited curator Mr Lord’s restrictions and wartime priorities. The gardens committee was asked to refer the issue for resolution.
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Hill
May Park
Pkt
Horsham
Saunders
Menadae
Railway Yard Mystery From Fragmentary Report
Fragmented text references a railway yard incident with unclear actions and names. The garbled notes hint at a conflict or event involving personnel and possible investigation, but most specifics are unreadable and no clear outcomes emerge.
Rest Room Housewives Association Promotes Council Cooperation
A Wimmera Shire Council water conference discussed a proposed Rest Room Housewives Association cooperation. The group offered to provide space and cover part of room costs, with Bowden and others detailing access for the mayor and clarification of aims.
Horsham to Ration Petrol for Key Services Plan
Horsham Transport Advisory Committee discussed possible petrol shortages and prioritized limited fuel for sewerage pumping, treatment works and fire brigades, doctors, ambulances, funeral services and clergy. The committee urged local bodies to prepare with horse drawn transport and rail deliveries and to inform hospitals and growers associations.
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Horsham Transport Advisory Committee
W. P. Pryor
Transport Regulation Board
Horsham Committee
Urong
Chamber of Commerce
Wrming
Bospital
Rourm
L Ang Wool
T Wing
Growers’ Association
Feala
Concen
Bosra
Horsham
Charles
Agricultural Department Endorses Power Spray Sheep Dip
A letter from the Department of Agriculture discusses the installation of a power spray sheep dip and emphasizes attention to details in the process. The document outlines recommendations and considerations for proper use and safety in dipping operations.
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Agricultural Department
Department of Agriculture
Hegde Bends Ten to Hir Sheep in Old Way
Fragmentary report notes Hegde bending ten to hir sheep using an old method. The method proved effective and did not disrupt the workers. The town work referred to determine if the old practice could be amended.
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Hegde
Abolition of Marketing Records Debated by Industry Groups
A letter from leaders of agricultural and food groups argues for ending the Marketing Board. Members of the Potato Growers and Egg Trade associations push against coercive controls, while others warn that price setting and market manipulation harm producers and consumers.
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Dr. Suyith
Fetter
Peesides
Pood PP Defence League
Auntretia
Vegetable Growers Association
Egg Men's Toague
Vitoria
King Lake and Disgeor Potato Growers
Victoria
Potato Grivwers
Mh. Barker
Library Seeks Increased Grant Amid War Strain
A wartime report from Horshnoi Public Library details financial strain as hall usage drops, prompting a request to raise the annual grant from £15 to £40 and seek reductions in electric light charges. Councillors consider routing the request to the appropriate committees for action and unresolved questions about room lighting charges.
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Horshnoi Public Liberary
Bund
Commeil
Conmiite
Bk Way Diivertad
M Cay
Hewean
Leas
Disease outbreak among cattle and pigs reported by local Abattoir superintendent
The abattonrs superintendent D A Blithurn reported widespread illness among livestock including cows and pigs. Partial infections with a disease resembling aterosis were noted. one pig culled for generalized infection. Other animals showed signs of illness, with varying severity across the town and surrounding area.
Horsham Council debates funding and municipal projects
Minutes reveal discussions on funding for civil works and various municipal projects. Debates cover the establishment of facilities at Horshing, wage provisions, and potential conference plans among nearby towns. A letter of thanks is approved for Rev J F Coughtin regarding inquiries, and a local boy incident is noted with an apology accepted by the council.
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Frenne
AbeLen
Melis
Birwni
Mosby
Jone Hole
Maha Bodhi
Air Avlyis
Municipal Association
Rvebtusi
Lowa
Hetwony Mn
Sutton
Ina
Puyol
Dinibouli
LB. Reha
Shaw
Dinihgola
Binlemaiah
Rouneil
Ehalee
Teelhaber
Horsham
Gamdmanns
Charlon
J. F. Coughtin
Wumnera Bridge
Anak
Faded Ledger Snippet Hints at Bank Notices
Fragmentary OCR shows mentions of a bank, dates, and street addresses with garbled terms. Readable bits reference a municipal context and possible financial entries while obscuring details.
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Bay Satis
Olappan
Thaison
Csmirnea
Senting
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Haakon
Sacha
Emma Wail
Smith
Maryborough
Merhein
Swan Hil
Citizens and Fire Brigade
Tlorillant Fire Brigade
Hutoheaon
Stu Vals
Wwe
Ste. DL Wiru
Joan Premiane
Bovest
Housing Commission
Bees Marke
Jothal
Rmetramvan
Thistle
Huaner
Railways Department
Citizen's
Read Sheep ix Railway Yard
Wimmera
Assovimtiun
Bowden
Horsham Transport
Celtics
Ain
Lightargan
D. A. Blithurn
Nice
Department of Agrivul
Lamiderom
HH Forpapal, Romeeton
Woaerer
Mien L. Agrtoton
Bank Pelnaere
Municipal Wad
Eheetyiy Hight
Privere Streets
Abattelm
Debenswre
Beam
E. H. Bye
Watt
Wibkbrace Street
Htoksham
SF Foren
Howth
Metimurne
Sn Duaigo
Tie Gall
Dunlop Tyre-Bulden
Yanery
Dunlop
Bank of New South Wales
Australia
Bank OF
New South Wales
Tervalfans
Snc
Omant Bros
C. McDougall Ladies
le Plastrier & Sutherland
ATR
Aeorce
Nurstam
Uniteriak
Carine Bros. & Duncan
Prantereoe
FIERO
Panesaver
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