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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1923
Page
7
A display lists Xylonite products including clocks brushes mirrors trays manicure sets and powder pull gloves handkerchiefs trinkler boxes dressing cases Indasia sets and soaps in decorative boxes. The presentation emphasizes variety and luxurious packaging aimed at gift buyers.
The Shire of Wimmera met last Friday with all councillors present except Dr Baker. President Dr W Johns led as the government auditor A L Sutton completed the audit of 1923 accounts. Arrears of rates rose to 284 19/9 with extra estate £214, two dog tax entries missing.
A Horsham Times correspondence questions the selection process for a water ranger and related salary and expenses. The writer alleges circulation of a petition, calls for transparency, and argues for independent review of the appointment and terms, including annual pay and mileage of living costs.
A torn note from A. Scott references a king and a past event, mentioning oaths, a shower of soldiers perhaps and a precarious structure. The writing hints at a lament or remembrance with scattered phrases about bones, citizens, and a penny roll.
The Week's Rainfall totals across stations show Swan Hill and Withers from mil reporting low values, Venera Srenee and Apolty Bay noting small numbers, Marysville and Romsey recording modest totals, while Mitta Gipperied and Konanibarra report higher totals. The data covers multiple districts including North Central, Central, North East, and Gipperied regions with varied rainfall measured in points.
Auctioneers report sales at Corporation Yards on Friday December 7 with merino wethers 31/ and lambs 21/, Edenhope sale on December 5 lists merino wethers up to 20/ and ewes to 20/6, Toolondo clearing on December 6 features draught mares 25 10 and cows 4 10, 55, wool prem 16, wagon 28 10, engine 26 10. Total sales cover many properties including numerous acreages and named parishes. wedding and invitation cards printed at The Worsham Ties offices.
Stawell won the A grade match at Horsham by 83 points on Saturday with a fast drawing green. Petherick and Rowlands led their rink to victory. the day included a 13 point win for Horsham A grade over Stawell and detailed rink results for multiple players and clubs. The day featured hospitality for visitors and noted selections for Horsham versus Commercial Travellers.
Members are reminded of a general meeting tonight at the green to hear the debate on forming and joining the Wimmera Bowling Association. Continued on Page 5.
Fragmentary list shows varied items including Pickles Teas glassware utensils and household goods. Pricing appears reduced but details and sources are unreadable.
A letter from 1938 discusses dental plate plates, their fit, and differences between systems from W. E. Thomas and other dentists. It cites patient experiences with multiple sets, suction powder, and claims a Thomas system allows eating with natural teeth. It mentions locations in Australia including Adelaide Melbourne and mentions France and England.
Travel bags and suit cases advertised with high grade compressed Gore and locks. Various models priced in shillings and pence. note mentions different items like cow hide bags and kit cases. Adds a money order request addressed to Matthews Junior, 42 Armstrong Street, Ballarat, around February.
Fragmentary notice mentions Scott's Cafe and adjustments in prices and stock. It notes fish hams and cooked masts in stock and references timing with a busy period and start in Times. The text hints at pricing changes and ordering notes without clear specifics.
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