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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1941
Page
8
Seemingly garbled local notes from 75 years ago describe weighbridges to be built in Netherly and Yauwe for harvest operations. Predicted wheat yields, school orders, and community actions are referenced alongside weather cues and a referenced event at Lee Ge Hurers.
The town reports the heaviest rainfall in years with two inches falling early Saturday. Crops are damaged including wheat, and a horse was killed by lightning. Several men have left town seeking work amid the weather disruption.
The article reports a quiet session with debate on the Money Lenders Bill, the implied penalties for default, and amendments debated by Mr. Cain. It covers the Tory and Ships Bill, the State Development Bill, widow pensions, coal mine regulations, and farm protection measures, noting ongoing committee work and anticipated debates next week.
The Royal Agricultural Society and Victorian dairy groups promote fodder conservation through educational competitions. Backed by government and Commonwealth boards, the effort aims to save surplus fodder in peak growth and store reserves for drought.
A Melbourne area report outlines housing and sewer upgrades, population estimates, and public works. It notes hospital services, timber developments, and a stated total sand output from Cardinia region, with contractors erecting structures in the East District.
Notice to subscribers asking those who have not recet... wait this is unreadable.
The gabbling text notes the establishment of the Fodder Conservation Board Victoria amid labor shortages affecting fodder crops. It urges release of labor and harvest to prevent waste and to secure fodder, stressing cooperation to meet upcoming seasonal demands.
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