Horsham Store Prices for Provisions Record
A listing from Horsham shows current asking prices for basic provisions including butter. The sale data reflects local market levels and positions butter among staple groceries.
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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1938
Page
5
A listing from Horsham shows current asking prices for basic provisions including butter. The sale data reflects local market levels and positions butter among staple groceries.
Mild conditions gave way to forecasted warmer readings with Tuesday at 77 and Wednesday at 72. The official outlook added vague notes of cloud along the coast and light southwest winds, with higher daytime highs expected tomorrow and a continued warm pattern.
The Slate Rivers and Water Supply Commission plans to pump water from Taylor’s Lake to Rainbow and Jeparit using a 12 horsepower steam-driven pump to access water not obtainable by other means. If drought persists, a winch pump may be installed at Pine Lake for supply in emergencies. A fire destroyed a house and contents at Edenhope belonging to Mr. D. M. Callow, with extensive property damage noted.
A funeral notice honors Jean who died recently. The editor notes memories, support from a loving family, and enduring affection from her father sisters Mary Ina and brother. The item reads like a heartfelt card from relatives.
The discussion outlines rising population worries in Australia with foreigners settling and family migration increasing. It explains the then proposed but unsettled Aliens Registration Act to track movements of individual aliens and prevent unrest, noting past suspensions and ongoing government efforts to establish a continuous registration system.
Wires from cup correspondent Mathworth report May 5 noting potato and cabbage prices, May 24 figures, and general market activity. Traders observed steady wheat and butter values as shoppers in Melbourne buy produce with modest price shifts.
A circular saw incident injured Sam Weeehart at Mr Georgie Green property leading to hand amputation at Horsham Hospital. Reports note swimming in Wartook creeks and proposed river regulations. Leonard Furphy sustained a double green fracture from a bicycle collision with James Kelly. Music exams at Mrs T Conroy’s school show honors and credits. Horsham Band concerts at Firebrace Street corner and May Park raise funds for Christmas cheer and Rise Hospital. District secretary elected at the AULOO.K conference. Horsham Lodge officers named. Meat prices rise at Horsham butchers due to abattoir costs. Car crash and fire leaves A Beattell Causer’s car destroyed. Christmas air mails to UK and Europe announced. Rosebrook race club event planned for Jan 3, 1905.
At Stawell Police Court four Horsham men Tedmine Milpatrick Frank Dyson Ernest Kroschel and Stanley McPherson faced charges of embezzlement and damage to Stawell Borough Council property. Evidence from Horsham constables linked them to plant uprooting and seat overturning at Cato Park Brawell on November 6. All pleaded guilty and were fined £1 plus costs and ordered to pay 2/6 each for the damage.
The notice urges holders to convert before December 15 to avoid affecting the current half year’s interest. Bond and stock holders converting now will have the year’s interest credited. Buyers are warned to convert promptly or keep bonds in safekeeping for immediate action at maturity. Related items include a new Australia loan and local property tenders.
The document notes a Hilton related project at a Turkish site with a planned cost around £80000. It mentions provisions for accommodation and housing hundreds of people, though specifics are unclear due to damaged text.
Swan Hill reports a correspondent note from the Wir. Pent desk with brief observations tied to December activity on the riverfront and local events.
The body of Mr. Thames Whittingham, 78, of Edenhope, was found by his horse, dog, and a neighbored search party after he apparently suffered a heart attack and collapsed beside a jinker in a scrub area. Investigators traced tracks for miles before locating the body. He had been deceased for several hours prior to discovery.
The document records a petition to the Memey Marr Litt. court with a nominal £20,400 sum and an execution for money alleged. It notes actions by the Werrapalonnae Cy and states charters remained at the compe enceston with orders and a prevention measure affecting a proposed sale.
A London column reports on colonial policy with quotes from Mr. Amery and Mr. MacDonald. It discusses whether colonial peoples are content under British rule and the line between colonial responsibility and imperial power, noting reactions from observers and press.
In a drive to raise local militia, units increased from five to ten and tents, with the Pirat Armoured Mar Megiment and others receiving orders to double strength. The Wimmera regiment shows the largest potential expansion as muster returns near submission. Drill hall activity continues with vacancies to fill and outreach to recruit at Horsham and nearby towns.
A chaotic clipping reports that about 30 Britons return from Spain following a difficult campaign. The piece notes fatigue and relief among the soldiers and mentions ongoing debates in Britain over policy and neutrality. The report reflects wartime sentiment and uncertain futures for those involved.
Vague notes describe a Tuesday event titled Happy Man Competition with mentions of Dos Meaillan aiumaaitiee and a musician group Mutchinson's Orchestra. Secretary Tippett and secretary of arak en are referenced alongside pasties at a diner. Rhody iis 1 appears as a fragment.
The Tun Gouncil adjourned after a lengthy Tuesday session with Mayor Bowden presiding. Reports highlighted health issues of the Mayoress, university ties for a local graduate, and church commitments by Rev. Forster. A memorial for a former resident and notes on upcoming examinations and visits by dignitaries were also recorded.
Obituary record summarizes the death of Kathinen May and mentions her family, including Mr and Mrs 2 Wires of Vieapinie Thymmet Tad. It notes a failed operation on Monday and a subsequent decline. The piece references mourners, local officials, and community figures, including WATBON and MME Uther, with details about the family and funeral arrangements.
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