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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1952
Page
5
A cluttered OCR fragment lists deaths, memorials, and funeral details from a local paper. Names include Anwar Condlently, Geoffrey Hols, and Huth-W. locations mention Ballarat, Weyward, and Towne. notes reference hospital care and family tributes. The piece reads as a memorial column with deceased individuals and bereavement notices.
The Labor Party is criticized for using a smoke screen to hide the election issue as the state vote nears. Critics argue the two for one redistribution plan benefits Labor in metropolitan seats, with CAIN and Hollway figures cited in the maneuvering.
The speaker laments insufficient funds across state departments to sustain projects such as rail freight, roads, and public works. He argues price controls harmed the economy and notes ongoing government-private sector financing for national projects, citing large sums directed to public utilities and transport.
Obituaries report deaths of Mrs Henry Agnew at 84, Miss Lampard of Pryor, and Janz Amelix McLean of Rupanyup. Services held at Horsham Church and Rupanyup Cemetery with ministers Rev P J Thomas, Pastor Jackel Winsch and Pastor Cremin. Survivors include spouses and extended families. funeral arrangements listed.
A collection of memorial notices honoring departed mothers and relatives. Messages express love and remembrance from daughters Floy and Jeane, with mentions of dates in December and family names like WOKEBEY and ADa and ght SMITH.
A local pamphlet questions labor candidates pledges amid a heated debate over water supply and redistribution. A letter from A G Turnbull of Falmor Street Portland argues that the Labor plan fails to deliver and warns voters away from supporting the party.
A heated council session disputes Hor sham water quality with Councillor Saunders calling the supply putrid and unsuitable for human consumption while Commissioner Morson notes a report finding good quality water. The debate centers on satisfaction with the town’s water and the system’s reliability for residents.
The report lists residents and staff connected to Winsmer Hospital and Bulge Co. LAG, noting appointments and recent admissions. Names include Mr A Gluaebroog, Hashim Raskeuu Ola, Rowilin Peters, Matwie Ral, and volunteers connected to Buran Pharmacy and Cyclux.
In a local note, Wallup residents Angmera and Wok Tormana travel to Mil Dure for holiday. Alan Peterson, caretaker at Wallup Kant State Hospital, remains hospitalized with pneumonia.
A 16 lb Murray cod was landed by Stan Baume of Hornham at 9 Tayloon Lane on Monday. The fish weighed 16 pounds 12 ounces. Anglers from Stawelh Bimbo Hornbean Marton and Warrackaabeu were active all week with good catches.
Unclear OCR text outlines proposed council committees and names several members and locations. The fragment mentions committee roles, chair choices, and potential assignments, with scattered references to wards and city agencies.
Fragmented social column recounts a wedding featuring Jean Edith daughter of Mr and Mrs R Sones, and Patrick of Mr and Mrs Gr, with bridal party details. It also lists guests, attire, and procession moments, plus a social round-up of local residents and mentions of vendors and venues.
The Herwan City Council discusses painting lines on Main Street with Turaday night set aside. The Country Roads Board informed the council it had no objection to the project and will oversee the painting of the Bia segment.
The Horsham Speedboat Club plans a lively program for a pool speedboat carnival during Foundation Day weekend. Sponsored by the Bolton Park Committee, the event features races, exhibitions, and activities with local enthusiasts and supporters.
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