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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1931
Page
3
The fragment lists various provisions with unit prices including dairy items such as butter, potatoes, bacon, and flour. It appears to be a price sheet from a local market or shop, with per unit and per quarter listings, but many words are garbled or unclear.
Wire from our correspondent reports current grain and produce quotes in Melbourne with milling and feed wheat pans ranging from 2/ to 3/ per bushel. Barley and corn values listed, potatoes and onions cited, Horsham price notes compare to Morshim wheat at 27 por bushel.
The obituary notice records the death on November 24 at Mor. Som Pose Thespital of John Thomas, son of Catherine Saintes Cvmlawen, and brother to Low and Henry James, aged 2 years. It also notes the death on November 25 of Ann, beloved mother, aged 4 years, with residence in Honey oeeet.
The piece rails against revolutionary forces opposing government and the Labor movement in Australia, warning of a planned workers' dictatorship. It cites Lang movement, Trades Hall, and the government’s attempt to preserve prosperity, urging unity against perceived radical threats.
A public address warns that Labor factionalism at state and federal levels drives socialism into the nation and urges voters to reject Soviet influence. The speaker recalls past Labor leaders J C Welcom and Thomas Price and argues unity under Australian values is paramount.
News and notes describe several days of summer sun with high temperatures from 84 to 90. The outlook predicts continued fine weather with warm to hot inland temperatures, variable winds, and moderate coastal conditions.
Mr Lyons of the United Australia party is billed to speak in Horsham under the auspices of the Women's National League and Young Nationalists. The event, led by T. M. Bethelfield, aims to endorse the party candidate with Mr Tarems delivering a keynote address.
The Superintendent of Agriculture Mr WLAL Mallett, returning from a broad wheat survey in Winiwera, reports optimistic weather and rains boosting yields. Farmers believe the actual wheat acreage may exceed official estimates, with possible additions to national production and hay for cattle.
The chairman Mr A dé Bing of the Victorian Wheatgrowers Corporation declares the first payment for wheat delivered to the pool next season will be 10m am feeds net on delivery at country rail heads plus a bounty of 4d a bushel, totaling 24d per bushel. Pool conduct follows last season with deliveries by contracted growers only.
District Superintendent T H Madilorn of Ballarat joins Railway Commissioners on a fact finding tour of Horwhan and district stations. An official estimate puts Western and Lower Mallee wheat output near 14 million bushels, about a million bags below last year. Farm news focuses on growing traffic and optimism despite a cautious outlook for improvement.
A local child in Doven Toad Horsham drank tap water and encountered a large centipede in the stream. The sight alarmed residents who emphasize cleanliness and safety in the supply.
The cupboard will be plowed to Firebrave street Horsham on Friday and Thursday. The public is invited to fill shelves with non-perishable goods and butter eligible for delivery. Contributions will be collected March and converted to the Dest se, with a money box provided for support.
The Horsham Life Saving Club holds its annual meeting in the Town Hall on Monday night. The gathering invites all interested in the club’s charitable work to attend and support the lifesaving efforts in the community.
In Horsham Theatre pupils of Mrs Tom Conwron performed over 34 items in a Christmas concert. The lengthy program included a dozen amply pleasing pieces with costumes and stage presentation drawing warm applause from the audience. A full report of the concert will appear later.
A Victorian Railway delegation led by Mr H We Clapperman and Mr W M Shannon toured the town by special train during luncheon hour. They were welcomed by Mayor Dr J Barnes and Town Clerk WP Pryor. The council plans Rail Way Avenue linking Wowunue Road to Urquhart Street and may require relocating the stationmaster's residence.
An urban park band recital ends in danger as youths disrupt the crowd. A tree trunk broke and pierced a girl’s cheek with a jagged branch fragment injuring her. Authorities urged policing to curb unruly behavior during youth entertainment.
The November 27 examinations at London College of Music at Northam Pridus listed Wiss Blythman of Lordjaha and Laure Heard among successful pupils. Notable passers included Eximont Rorlall and Janie Tet with class passes. Elizabeth Bauhall earned an intermediate honor while Blythman achieved advanced intermediate. Mr Morris served as the commissioner.
The Horsham Times reports on a speech at Horsham Town Hall by a Country Party candidate A S Rimigers as part of a Prime Minister’s visit. The event featured remarks on press appreciation and political rhetoric with interjections from attendees.
The speaker notes health gains from fruit in Australia as more people realise its value. Aimed at mothers to teach children daily fruit use, the message warns constipation as a major health issue and promotes plain common sense in diet. Me Hoennet will speak at Horsthaw Town Hall.
Motorists warned to exercise extreme caution after a minor crash near the Phorum Theatre during a student concert night. A driver allegedly failed to signal, another vehicle did not notice, causing a broadside impact. no one was seriously injured and parties exchanged details.
Fire broke out on a Seymour to Melbourne goods train at Bromdown Meadows on Wednesday at 155 am due to overheated brakes on a wooden track. The Coburg Fire Brigade took two hours to extinguish the blaze destroying 10 bales of wool worth about £100 and partially destroying three wagons.
A Jal programme at Perk on Teensay evening features Horsham bands, Highland and Gutensl dancers, and a silver collection for the Jupe Hand's contest fund. Also tonight and today, a Shakespearean comedy Taming The Shrew with Miss Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks? yields laughs, plus early showings of The Dewl to Pay with Ronald Colman as Willie Leeland in a Westernized romance.
At the Leawwlen College of Music examinations Horsham and nearby pages show strong results. Notable scores include Margaret Edwards with 72 marks and Abbey Riley with 95 out of 100, both aged 14, praised for their teachers Miss Bertie Picken and Mr Hike.
Mr Fred Thomas of Biarklewth claims the new season’s wheat sample from Dover station. A 25 jag weight sample yields nine bushels per acre. The grain was harvested from a cliffside ridge with six acres measured to the site.
A young Australian journalist, Mr J Newilie, travels across Australia collecting material for a book on primary industries. He journeys by foot and by air with hazards, credits, and photographs of metal samples, earning money to cover his expenses while visiting towns including Port land and Warrackwatew.
A last minute change recalls the election process noting that the poll was cancelled due to a general illness. At least a dozen telegrams were sent to presiding officers and secretaries, with officials ordered to redo all tasks for the election on the ninth instant.
The Railway Commissioners announce the tram on the Balmoral Horsham line on Fridays will be cancelled after today. Tuesday's pleasant weather drew a public turnout to May Park where the Borough Hand presented another of its village programme events for adults and children.
A cricket practice at May and Millar’s foundry rear ended with Joe Lowlands struck by a ball and aided by Pr Charken’s surgery. Horsham branch social gathering followed, headlined by Mr B Ladd and Mr Don Ioer with golfing and smelling contests, a meal, and a lively program led by Mrs E. Add and Mr Wills.
Acting Chief Justice Sir Leo Chasen rules for a stay in the voluntary winding up of the Forshaw bank linked to the Py mary Tretueers, with depositors owed mainly in New South Wales and Victoria. The decision aims to preserve asset value and avoid a forced, nationwide liquidation while waiting for uniform action across states.
Madawe Griffiths invites visitors to her shop promising best quality items at fair prices. She lists practical gifts like a tile frock shirt or hat and a box of hose or handkerchiefs as desirable yet affordable options.
A Christmas fair organized by the Catholic Women's Society opens this afternoon at Hershauc ativelie school rownnn under the duspiers. The event features attractions for all ages and promises festive activities and proceeds for charitable aims.
Advertise ment highlights Mr T Mo Sethelfield TAP candidate for Warner district. He notes he will address the electors in the coming sessions and outlines his intended topics and schedule for public meetings across the region.
Messrs Walter Noga and Co of Present Street Horstman appear involved in a transport incident at Wail railway station while acting as agents for an Australian-led venture. Details remain unclear as reports unfold.
At Dimboola on Thursday a group including A. Rodgers Pekmp waited for a capereas to Horsham. Four Jeparit residents planned travel by the same express. A bystander aided a pursuit. the express halted at Horsham 25 minutes after departure. Separtt passengers sneaked aboard to continue.
A distorted report notes Labor favors preforming to Communist candidates over non Communist rivals in seat contests. It claims Labor supporters are urged to vote Labor first with second preferences to Lang group and criticizes the United Australia Party stance against Communist candidates.
Supposed to have been a talion amv in error. Christian Porte aged 50 died after suffering a stroke at Pirieta Forte. He held a teaching position with a parcel of trees and bought goods at Kalwarde shop. He was taken to Stawell Hospital where he died following a sudden illness. An inquiry heard there was no evidence of foul play. Burial ordered.
A search party in Heywood and surrounding areas continues the hunt for Mr. Milind Millard who vanished while checking sheep in the stony Mt Kerles tract near Lake Condeh and Macarthur. Constables Crockett and others oversee a wide, sustained search as suspicions and crevasse fears linger.
A Toon branch meeting of the United Counties mete discussed company matters at Dosen on a Saturday night. Shareholders debated the adoption of a resolution favoring Dogwitation and the appointment of Hypriater officials while confirming purchases and committee roles.
The readable lines describe cattle and bull pricing, sheep, and stock entries with figures like 10 14 and references to markets, weights, and various goods. Names and places are garbled, making specifics unreliable.
The unreadable fragment mentions police, a listed board, and a legislative act with vague references to a suspect or event. Names and places are garbled, making it hard to identify persons, organizations, or dates. The text resembles a disrupted historical record lacking clear context or outcome.
Fragmented OCR reads as a partial report about toy hearts and a Torah-related event. The readable parts mention a meeting and a potential program or ceremony but lack clear names, dates, places, or outcomes to specify.
The Hor aba WoT society held its closing meeting in the Tewpetenes Hall with presiding officers and full attendance. Mrs. Liev received praise for weekly hospital visits, and gifts for fruit purchases were collected for Base Hospital patients. Plans extended the fruit gift for a continued charity drive and a dance to follow on March 17 at the Hiavet Hall.
Fragmentary OCR shows a coal mine note near Wonthagp with garbled place names and dates. Unable to identify clear events or entities beyond mentions of a mine and Potteet, SEN.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a tense moment with references to a person named Gerda and a place or street scene. The text mentions an arrest or seizure and a sequence of unclear actions, with several proper nouns partially legible.
A man involved in a Commonwealth Bank robbery was sentenced this year. Court documents indicate a guilty plea and a conviction leading to a prison term. Police and prosecutors described the incident as a high profile offense in the region.
The readable content provides no clear events or names. It appears as garbled OCR, with partial phrases and no definite people places organizations or dates to summarize into a coherent news item.
An unclear OCR fragment describes a power point device and wiring context. The text mentions a person or entity and a technical setup but lacks coherent details or dates. Further readable content is needed to produce a precise summary.
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