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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1939
Page
2
A war touch of summer weather marked Sunday with high temperatures and hot readings. The report mentions readings around the low thirties and forecasts continued warmth for the near term, noting planning for Saturday and theater events amid the hot spell.
About 10 o'clock on Sunday morning Mr Terry Cook of Wallup suffered heavy losses when a 60 ton haystack burned. Neighbors aided with water to check fumes before fire brigades arrived. The hay stack was destroyed but stables and a shed were saved. hay value estimated between 100 and 150 pounds.
Vague remnants describe a discussion about Veitiene and rainfall impacts. Mentions mayor and regime, attempted stabilization by vegetation, and references to forests, rivers, and a distant time with unclear dates and participants.
An irregular market report from Melbourne Produce Market shows garbled OCR text with stray phrases. The fragment mentions prices, items, and vendors in unclear form, lacking coherent names or specific transactions for reliable summarization.
A public session outlined aid programs and eligibility rules for family support. Officials discussed funding sources, application deadlines, and required documentation. The meeting highlighted steps to access assistance and the roles of participating agencies.
Fragmentary readable text recalls a local scene with names such as Peewee Dunn and Dine Same. The note mentions a venue and events tied to Silverdale and a parade or gathering, with unclear dates and roles. Further specifics are unreadable.
In Horsham a local event referenced as Cimes Puliichot Leery Voowlas took place on Friday. Details remain unclear due to garbled text but indicate a small community gathering or notice with uncertain participants and outcomes.
The article discusses soil erosion issues at a research site, noting air quality impacts, county and university oversight, and planned remediation. It cites fieldwork dates from February and March, names scientists and departments, and highlights expected project duration and production constraints.
An unmarried man, Albert Oliver Hall of Kuniva, died in Horsham Base Hospital after a riding accident on Goroks property. He was tossed from his horse when the animal bolted, breaking a rib causing internal injuries despite medical care. The funeral was held at Hursham Cemetery conducted by Rev W Chaet. Hall’s brothers and sisters include Robert, Melhourne, and Lily. Safety note: a later incident near Natumuk involved Mr Stanley Dorr’s trailer overturning. no injuries.
Marsbar Country Women's Association members prepare eight hampers for the young men of Moreham who enlisted in the Segend ALP. Gifts mailed with CWA best wishes to their unit.
Inthic Lodge holds a midyear gathering at Horsham with guests and a formal reception. A challenge from Morrone and others follows a pledge to support at the conclave, then list of attendees and officers.
The Horsham Carnival Committee plans a February 24 event featuring a 60 foot Chinese dragon, similar to the Mulbourne spectacle. Melbourne secretaries expect the dragon to be the headline attraction with bandage supports and surrounding crowds. The show will travel through the town with a guarded procession and local organizers promise further details soon.
The Ladies' Benevolent Society held its monthly meeting at the Town Hall with good attendance. President Mrs Edmonds presided as thirty cases were aided in the past month. A charity stall on Firmbrace Street Friday seeks donations of Christmas puddings preserved fruits potatoes and onions plus money.
A Sydney conference discussed uniting the Anglican and Methodist churches. Arch bishop Head noted the forum explored two church matters, with the proposal favorably noted and sent back for further study. Also mentioned are school events and a Horsham Town Hall dance fundraisers with local bands and refreshments.
The Regent Theatre in Dimboola hosted a fine program led by Mio Th Mutvogh. The Dimtooist Shoral Society performed a 30 Wales piece last week. Proceeds go to the Red Cross branch with tickets sold before the concert. Juan Jones and Hewat impressed in several performances.
At a Ki fee Shire Ceumett meeting Maziers filed a claim over a mob of sheep driven by a truck owned or used by the council. Sheep were killed or injured when the truck descended a hill and braked, with losses valued between 12 and 13 pounds per animal. The matter was referred to the insurance company for settlement.
Helsinki reports a Finnish communique claiming the Air Force destroyed a moving column of tanks and armored units on the front. Russian bombardment continued along the coast and fronts, with gale fighting noted at most sectors except Peteamo.
A Paris incident reports a goods train colliding with an army lorry, resulting in six soldiers killed and eight injured. The crash occurred near a military depot, with troops and local responders at the scene. Officials announced preliminary findings, and investigations are underway.
A damaged OCR fragment reports alleged casualties and chemical weapon claims involving Russians and Finns, mentioning gas, Lake Tanlo, and unclear events. The text is garbled with nonsensical words and dates, making precise facts unrecoverable but indicating a wartime accusation of poison gas usage and mass deaths.
A garbled OCR fragment recalls Maginot era air squadrons and casualties, mentioning Britain, famine, and named figures. The text is disjointed, with many unreadable sections, but indicates a discussion of casualties and military actions during a historic conflict.
Fragmentary wartime notes describe German aircraft over Suffolk with no sirens or gunfire heard. The text references supply denial by Germany and scattered mentions of various names and places, but content remains garbled and unclear.
In a wartime appeal irregular text describes Jewish volunteers offering aid to France and forming an auxiliary corps. The garbled caption hints at mobilization and international support during the conflict.
Fragmented OCR reports shops in England closing for holidays with notices to reopen January 2. A Suffolk tithe campaign features Mrs Rash facing £200 tithe payment as farmers attend a public sale. The article recounts auction details, local figures, and reactions amid contentious tithes.
Mr H Butler of Riverside, formerly Grass Flat, was seriously cut while oiling a machine while horses moved and he was caught in the knives on a grazing last week. He was admitted to Horsham Base Hospital. Arrears of sanitary rates in Kowree totalled 525 pounds before collectors were instructed. only 42 pounds were collected. The council debated enforcing the act and considered further court action if no payment or arrangements were made.
In Warhacknab eel, excavation work advances with progress reports noting completion percentages. Details on the project scope, timelines, and governing authorities are briefly described, highlighting the pace and expected milestones for the levee construction.
Horsham reports a Christmas Night Messiah program in Melbourne with Joan Janes engaged by Motime Philharmonic Society in collaboration with the Australian tread gating Commission. Miss Nance Osborne joins from Horsham. Mrs G J Woodgate hosts a post tea gathering. Constable Myffess departs Horsham for Pinimanal. Cyril McPherson progresses to State Rivers and Water Supply Commission head office in Melbourne. Rev W Clinch oversees forms and hymn sections. Miss Fletcher and Miss Lipsiovie connected to church groups. Community figures and church groups are noted with multiple farewells and engagements, including a social at Bartletts Cafe and various committee activities.
A lengthy obituary outlines the life of a local educator and community figure. It records his role as principal, mentions family members, and notes his service to the church and school. The piece reflects on his character, contributions, and the impact of his death on the town. Names, dates, and affiliations appear in a carefully catalogued tribute.
Australian innovations in warfare are highlighted with Bryn Jenkins and the "Peber graph" aiding anti-aircraft actions. The piece cites Gallipoli era periscopes, desert warfare gear, and belt designs by Muirhead and others, noting paper belts and new machine-gun components.
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