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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1924
Page
11
Local bowling pennant results include Horsham and Dimboola teams securing wins. The Horsham College visit produced close rubber counts with mixed results for J Cameron Brooks and teams, while West and Presbyterian fete events drew community turnout and raised funds.
Report covers Warracknabeath versus Ort and other matches with players named such as Petey Pith, Anthony Meher and Kinethe Thaler. It lists scores and outcomes, plus Ararat Athletic Club Boxing Day events and Hersham Club shooting results with winners and shoot-offs.
The Horsham Swimming Club hosted a carnival on the Wimmera River at the weir with 160 members, 220 state scholars participating, and exhibitions by lifeguards. Mayor Dr J Barses praised the band and opening of the revived club while Nellie Warrick’s bravery receiving a certificate was highlighted.
Hugger, a Geelong footballer, has accepted the coaching position at Wynsord Club in Launceston with a weekly guaranty of £15. The appointment was reported by Ittas.
At South Wonwondah Estate near Horsham on December 9, 6820 sheep sold under the hammer to buyers from across the state. Prices ranged with 700 four tooth ewes at 2 15/6 and 452 two tooth ewes at 43 to 4 4/p, while top bids included 74 guineas for a ram and firm sums for several classes. Cattle, horses, yard equipment and stocky gear also fetched strong prices.
Correspondence from v.H Werber general secretary of The Top Assistants and Warehouse Employees Federation urges women and girls in Victoria to complete Christmas shopping before December 24. He argues it eases the busy period for shop workers who endure long hours and fatigue.
A long outdoor celebration at Haven grounds near eucalyptus trees featured glow lanterns and a piano as Horsham visitors arrived by motor trucks. Dancers moved to music into the early hours while Mrs Sayer led the organizing efforts and lanterns were crafted from old bottles. Local helpers supplied lighting, fruit and drinks, with Miss Myre Mahoriaon and others performing.
Last Friday hot weather swept the district with temperatures near 105 degrees and 108 degrees on Friday. Haymaking progresses as hay cutting nears completion while a fire at Wairacknabeal Public Hospital caused alarm before staff and volunteers saved the main buildings.
Last season the WPC labeled an adepteanian record for quantity and price by selling a lot of 90 bales from John Russell of Melrose, Surrabiel. The consignor sent the lot to a large store at Macaulay Railway Station for sale.
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