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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1941
Page
3
Fragmented notices describe personal visits and hospital stays in Horsham. Personal transport, a farewell party for Mrs Tay, and staff recognitions at Warrockeabeal and Wembley private hospitals are mentioned alongside routine duties at local firms.
The death of Kaward T Molloy aged 69 in Horsham District Hospital is reported. He leaves a widow and children including Margene Gathering Molloy, with brothers Pete, John and others named. funeral details noted in the Cork church. Also reported is the death of Myrtle Gladys Mason aged 22 of Atoyston, wife of Lee Maton, with parents and sisters named. funeral at Moystan Comintieys with service at Moystan church.
Lord Mayor of Mubourrne asks Horsham readers to donate to a national fund aiding the navy by presenting a second “Sydney” cruiser. The appeal honors the ships Emden fame and the Mediterranean fame, and pledges support for the gallant sailors. Donations can be left at the Times office or Town Hall.
Horsham Agricultural Society and the Department of Agriculture oversee the 28th field day at Longerenong Agricultural College on a cold December day. About 135 visitors joined tours of experimental plots led by W B Miller and B McKeon, while R O Newton welcomed guests and outlined seven key wheat-focused demonstrations. Despite labour shortages and gusty winds, the event highlighted district cooperation and ongoing experimental work.
A large audience witnessed field tests and lectures at a college hall on Quadrat wheat variety and rotation farming. Mr Miller highlighted Quadrat superiority, discussed mineral tests and rotation benefits, and praised staff work while noting limited superphosphate supply and plans for future demonstrations in the Winn and Wimmera districts.
Saturday competitions at Croquet Nomsham Club note winners Mrs Wy Tucker Mrs Zippel Mrs Ward with hostesses Mesdames Kay Tucker and F Tucker. The page also advertises used vehicles and farm equipment including a Dodge and Chevrolet models, a Talor Ballers item, and a Harvester etc from Motors on Pynsent Street.
For sale from Grabsch Pty Ltd and others. Listings include a 104b McKay Has Nester late model tractor and a single disc McConnmack tractor. Also mentions bulldozer, steel wheels, 32 6 tyres, and transport services. Names include Hy R. Dunter and W Grabsch Pty Ltd.
Fragments describe a half bred Airedale dog with a curly tail and a reference to an offer or arrangement involving a person named Terry and a company in Woonbeach Victoria. The legible bits hint at a quirky archival listing or notice with unclear provenance.
AUSTRALIA'S NEWROR ROL Bedders are invited to Aemila af the career of a dates wildiers who have been tilled in well, wounded or missing for ublisation i these columns.
Fragmented OCR recounts Greece evacuation and escape stories, naming Bolton and others as prisoners or evacuees. The text hints at wartime peril, movement toward land, and dramatic dangers faced by residents and soldiers amid conflict.
Appeals for further donations to the Toa Horsham Patrol and related charities follow a partnership with Thos Young & Co and Tibopty Lodge. Local supporters, including the Horta Bowling Club, respond to the drive.
Auction style list of used equipment including Shearer, binder, harvester and Massey McKay gear. Items described as in good working order with some needing minor repairs. prices quoted in pounds and shillings. Indicates Bower Stores in Woomblang area with manager A H Boucher.
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