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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1929
Page
9
The notice lists selling prices in Horsham stores for items such as butter honey potatoes oats flour and tea. Prices appear in old style currency with per bushel and per quarter measures.
The piece argues that postwar Britain and Australia face labor needs and that government aid withdrawal will not halt migration. It notes Britons seeking new lands like Canada and Australia will find opportunities, while settlement expands northward with Arctic prospects and new wheat varieties.
An editorial warns British youths about emigrating to Australia noting long winters in Canada and better living in Britain. It argues harvest work in Wimlera and Mallee is scarce and many migrants suffer hardship. The piece cautions against chasing an easy life abroad and urges prudence in migration plans.
Two Indian hawkers named Talo Ram Dharmen and Lucea Singh paid subscriptions to Baise Hospital. They have collected for about two weeks, with hospital payments always made before hawker livelihoods. Police noted the regular giving during the Wednesday patrol at the public event chaired by Mr Fl. Saul.
Court records show a cheque for 2201 from Mir WL Vamerdm of Horsham was rejected as part of an appeal challenging a decision affecting Mer Bandinetti and his motherless family. The action centers on the financial dispute and related relief sought by the family.
Promoters announce a Wednesday event at Horshaw High School with a dramatic program. Mayor Dr Ander som will distributeHemor certificates while the Mayor's Chorus delivers performances and plans for a large audience amid a tense setup.
At the Royal Agricultural Society of Melbourne monthly meeting the council decided to appoint Mr. H Schwieger as manager and Mr Louis Moment as secretary to expand the society’s interests across the state. Mr Glynn was named relief secretary.
The fortnightly meeting chaired by Miss Lebel in the Masonic Mall approved arrangements for a Christmas tree event and a carnival mystery stall on March 1. Mir Gmwat installed officers as attendees discussed children limits and health centre reports.
At the Rallarat Supreme Court on Tuesday the Crown Prosecutor Mr Nolas announced there would be no presentment in the case of John Freavis Picken who had been committed for trial on a charge of murdering his wife Emily Picken at Casterton on 20 October Picken has been certified insane and removed to a psychiatric asylum.
The council discussed a letter to school committees with swimming facilities, urged by Dr Bull and supported by Dr Crannige, for progress associations. Edward Samuel Hampton of Birchip, a gauage proprietor, is insolvent with liabilities £6872 14s 2d and assets £2257 1s 8d, deficiency £414 15s 0d, due to drought and inexperience.
James J. Brokenshire, 77, of Ligar Street, Ballarat, was struck by a driverless motor car on Armstrong Street. He suffered severe wounds and possible internal injuries, later improving but to be examined by X ray. The car, parked near Hay Market enclosure, drifted off course in strong wind. He faced potential further treatment as doctors assess internal damage.
Rotheeting of the DTlersham Ladies Hospital Committees will be held in the Town next Monday at the usual time affiliated with the local hospital group.
Early Wednesday a town clerk of Ararat, Mr Repert Clarke, died after apparently falling from a third floor window while staying at the Turf Hotel. Clarke, 45, left his room after a late conversation with Mr. Ro Anderson and walked to his sleep. he fell from a window onto the road and was mangled as he was taken to hospital. He leaves wife Wisswat and four children. The inquiry into his death continues as authorities review the circumstances.
Police recovered the dead infant from a dam near Coleraine. Phyllis Hutching was arrested on a charge of feloniously killing the infant and admitted to bail in three sureties of £200 each. The case will be heard in Hamilton next Monday.
In a local decision the Homtam Police Court granted hawkers licences to Tala Ram Dharmey Loven Singh William P Jeffrey James C McDowall and James C Adama under the hawkers licences scheme.
A fire at Mr. E Evans’s house near Rowan Catholic Church caused rapid water pressure problems but firefighters saved the dwelling and a car. The church escaped serious damage as a light west wind helped. insurance not held on furniture though the house was insured for £1000. A Dodge agency transfer and local entertainment notes follow.
Trophies awarded as the Memorial Hall Club concludes its chess and draughts tournaments. Tom Cameron won the chess trophy donated by himself, while 3tz Piegon Way took the draughts prize. Upcoming handicapped rounds are planned, with more details to come.
An article warns that poor dental health can poison the body and shorten life. It asserts Amoeba and pyorrhea cause systemic harm, with removal of teeth curing the disease and affecting speech and aging. Mr. Thomas offers consultations at the Exchange Motel today from 2:30 to 5:00.
The League of Hope held a year end HopPrapr in Temperanous Hall with residents and friends enjoying songs revues and acting arranged by leaguers. Prizes awarded for fancy costumes and character roles, with Mrs Northey and Mrs Pearce expressing thanks. Christmas gifts promised for town children with £15 set for toy purchases and a committee to arrange tomorrow.
Mr W J OKeefe, noted om m ties of Swanston street Melbourne NH, will visit Horsham on Friday December 12 and may be consulted at the Exchange Hotel. No deposit is noted. Glasses can be obtained for Camden trial is given before payment Ay 1.
Summer requisites for farm and home include reinforced blinds, tents, tarpaulins, water bags, and heavy reaper canvases from A Arnott & Co at 81 Firebrace Street Horsham. Also notes on Brigade membership for Mr. BK Colliver and price changes for matches due to tariff shifts.
A varied display includes lingerie, handkerchiefs, and millinery with gift potential. Public accountant R B Eyres starts practice in Horshaw. NSW rail material budget rises to £2,000,000 yearly. overseas engine imports not yet, and Hawaiian tourism spends £500,000. Lord Stonehaven hints at leaving Australia soon. Eildon Weir repairs have placed 261,695 tons of material. Trafalgar farmers use sheep to combat blackberry pests. Wealth evident in staff and property holdings including a hotel head waiter, a £800 car, a £5,000 home at Coogee, and other large real estate.
In Melbourne on Thursday, the New South Wales Government bureau in Sydney backs volunteer coal miners. Many have applied for Seeoty program assistance.
Fragmented historic and mythic notes describe cows as sacred sources of milk healing herbs ambrosia and gems across ancient civilizations from Babylonia to Rome and Africa. The text links lunar and celestial cows to fertility and provisioning, tracing cultural reverence through centuries to influence on daily life and warfare.
Mr Thirodore in the House of Representatives denied Seinster Beit's claim he received £10,000 from the Queensland Licensed Vitu sllers Association for interfering with liquor licenses over three years.
A disputed New York dispatch reports a prison mutiny at Auburn State Penitentiary. Eleven prisoners died as guards were overwhelmed. tear gas and machine guns were used to restore order. Troops police and militia rescued inmates as rioters demanded mass releases.
In Somerset Athelaey area dykes brace low lying Sedgemoor villages as floods surge inland. Winds whip high waves while broad areas inundate farms and towns including Bridgewater and Wye Valley. Hundreds of houses in Worcester area are reported flooded.
The president of the Worsted Spinners Association says Australia’s tariff increases are the result of Dominium giving up preference and then asking for help. He asserts they did not mislead and will only receive what is deserved.
Five passengers were injured today in Enfield London when a tram collided after a driver swerved to avoid a cyclist. The tram and a bus were overturned as a result of the crash.
Lost from Deen Nori two Ve tino Ewes with CorriedaleKam breed info tending to their recovery. Kit of tools between Pauls wells Bridie and Horshiung. Reward on returning something to WEMMWEREA Apes TOR GARAGE Horsham.
Brief church notices list multiple services and meetings with times and leaders across Thor silam East Kemlaw Horsham Haven Pimpingo and The Salvation Army. Rev Harold F Alten Rev Tierelt F Mlon and Rev F miki lead morning and evening worships with additional gospel and holiness meetings conducted by local ministers and commandants.
After a lengthy debate the House of Lords considers the government’s Egypt policy with a motion expressing regret at the participation and the risks it entailed to imperial security and unity. The discussion focuses on the strategic implications and broader impact on relations within the empire.
The steamer Leonardo Davineii arrived in London today with art worth £14000. The collection, painted by Frialian artists, is to be displayed at the Italian Exhibition in London after a fierce sea voyage.
A Suva dispatch reports residents fearful as a hurricane loomed from the north. Rescue efforts by police in a boat saved 300 natives and Indians yesterday amid the turmoil and danger.
Walter Lindrum scored 6800 to Willie Smith's 5180 in a fort night billiard match. Lindraere breaks for the day included. SRI 548 and 435, Smith's Deest breue was m4.
The Turf club did not hold its annual meeting as planned. Members reported inability to convene and the event was postponed amid uncertainty.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Forme of Trorkers and a term dated Fer SHMUEL S00 fap with unclear context and no identifiable event, organization, or location.
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