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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1938
Page
5
Yesterday’s prices for provisions show butter and margarine costs, eggs, potatoes, onions, and cheese in various store offerings. The OCR text is garbled with missing letters but indicates a market snapshot of staple goods and unit prices.
Melbourne report notes wheat quoted at Horsham for 1929 season with prices around 21 5. Muling and Cape futures show small barter and feeder price shifts. Hay and lucerne values listed with regional figures such as 14 10 for barley and 5 for chal l.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions individuals and places with garbled names like Wert Wal Waly end SwaLponra and Malle street Norehaw. Doc Jommmon and Che tate Willa Orerr Keleht of Orme appear as part of a distorted local notice with no clear action or date.
In loving memory of our dear mother Shearwood who passed away December 16 1944. Inserted by her loving family Margaret Tronme and Willan and others. Also remembered by daughter and son-in-law Loris and George.
Forecasters expect rising temperatures with southwest to southeast winds shifting eastward. A fire two miles north of Tooven damaged a dwelling and belongings, destroying a house formerly owned by J Parker and causing extensive loss for two families. Local authorities reported extensive damage and assessments ongoing.
Horsham Town Band activities expand through the month with a Christmas programme at the Base Hospital and carols from town churches after services. Also listed are Christmas excursion fares from Melbourne to country stations and a warning about bogus collectors at country shows plus a note on fire brigade officers retiring.
An inquiry by an officer of the Nn branch of the ANA found that a recently returned soldier who died in Shi Hospital was buried as a pauper. Officials pledged cooperation with the government to ensure a decent burial and appealed for local information to aid the case. Donations for a linen day appeal were listed with various local contributors and sums.
Readable fragments describe a chaotic scene near a cafe and streetside embers. Mentions of Hopp, Dereimg’s Cafe, Westerrainy, and various obscure references hint at a disrupted evening with civic figures and a controversial Mayors’ meeting linked to criminal acts.
A terse notice advises readers to note the retraction and adjust plans accordingly. It urges attention to updated information and directions from relevant authorities.
At the Horsham Methodist congress a Wednesday night meeting heard appreciation for the hospitality of Rev. E G Petherick and his church board who opened their church for two weddings during alterations. Rev. BL Lemmens and Rev. G D Brimacombe forwarded a token of gratitude to Rev. E G Petherick.
Two boys appeared at the Children's Court after charges of stealing a weyele and six cash bags from My K. 1 Fas of Horsham. Police evidence led to their committal to welfare department custody. The report also covers an elocutionary display at St Andrew's Presbyterian with numerous pupil performances and praise from the teacher.
Examinations at Horsham highlight high marks in piano and theory with Jessie Florence gaining honors and others earning credits. Competitions at Warrachnab eal and Nill showcase top results in wheat crops and fallow judging, with awards decided by Mr C W Bassett and inspector M Hore. The Horsham Corps of the Balvarion Army marked its anniversary with a Bible address and student prize ceremony.
A historical note reports a bequest aiding Wimmera Hospitals. It covers society proceedings, officers elected, and a carnival committee update, with a half yearly balance showing the branch’s satisfactory financial position.
The readable text is garbled and names or events are unclear. No discernible people places dates or actions are present to summarize into a proper newspaper item. The fragment offers incomplete phrases about clothing trade and transportation topics without a coherent incident or outcome.
Outback notices list Christmas Day items and maker folk references with costs and fees. Names include J L O Shea and RA Melker plus Roy Williams and others, with sums like 7/4 and 15/6 noted alongside costs.
The Country Reeds Board reports 1.1 million pounds spent on state highways main roads tourist routes and Murray River bridges and punts, up 286 thousand from the prior year. Revenue from motor recreation and fines rose to 1.7189 million as collection and refunds consumed 611 thousand pounds.
Latest advices from the USA show Mid-West Canning Corporation sharing 37 Twin City tractors this year, raising the global total to 244. All are in operation including the 1919 purchase. Australian farms lag in numbers but many firms across states own sizable Twin City tractors.
The Wimmera Steam Laundry on Darlot Street installed a new Tuluis Imperial ironing press costing 300 pounds. The machine uses air and steam, with a 100 pounds per square inch pressure, to handle thick garments like nurses’ uniforms and barber coats, improving appearance and delivery speed.
A fragmented report portrays a parliamentary session amid global crises in Europe. Observers note Britain’s efforts to maintain the empire while domestic political upheaval and a ministerial reshuffle provoke shock and debate. The narrative reflects a public absorbed by wartime events and constitutional strain.
A blurred excerpt outlines a likely community performance with music and recitation. It mentions Mrs and Mr participants, a floral display, and a commemorative oratory segment amid a December or August framing. The readable text signals a social gathering with expressions of appreciation.
Obituaries note the deaths of Willan Mery Knight aged 42 a native of Digby with a long Gymbowen career and public service including Kee Ree Shire Council and local church roles. Also mourning is Mulligan a former resident of Quanting and Wal Wal Mre Chassatte Mulligan died at home after a long illness leaving a large family and church ties in the region.
Fragmentary OCR text reveals a report about wind bases and a building in Amman. Mentions banks and a rend tome with unclear context. Details are unreadable, but the fragment hints at infrastructure or finance in the Amman area.
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