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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1952
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names such as Maureen, Chaney, Wilton, and Chase with scattered references to a rally, a competition, and a committee meeting. The garbled lines describe a pageant or salon event, a winner named Vander or Vand, and a note about a performer or contestant. No clear date or location is legible.
Members of the Horsham Apex Club toiled throughout the day on Sunday installing about 10 chains of rope and fence along a project site. President A. Toate stated the group did not seek payment for the fencing work.
A discussion in the Wimmera Regional authority considered using photographs for an early historical review of the region. Mr Godkin suggested adding moustache photographs to enhance the review, noting potential interest for the audience.
The Arapiles Shire Council directs Engineer A Hall to consult Health Inspector W M Jordan on setting a date to install seepage pits for Natimuk ratepayers discharging affluent into street channels. A prior briefing noted plans to clean drains and run tunnel channnels, with residents to be informed and reasonable terms offered for the works. Local officials aim to schedule works and secure cooperation from residents for the seepage pit project.
Fifty-one percent of 46 students passed the intermediate exam as the headmaster reported. In Form 4A about half scored eight or more subjects, with several achieving seven or six subjects. Form 4B showed varied scores, while sixty-one pupils pursued Proficiency Certificates and 48 were recommended for certificates, with the rest to be promoted to Form Four.
The President of the Wimmera Shire Council G Ward Ar told council meeting visitors at the opening of the Ladsarum Hall that the hall would belong to the community. Cr J C ML thanked him for the remarks and praised the work of the Hall Committee.
Western New South Wales officials announced at a Horsham Agricultural meeting on Friday the establishment or recognition of Bolton Park in Wagga. Langlands and Team referenced the park as a key local project with future formalities and commemorations hinted.
The mayor honors students with certificates across forms including ICT and Form 1B. Recipients such as Maxwell, Robert Queale, Stephan Hur, Kevin King, Ronalt Poult, Colin Wills, Joan Molt, Elaine Hide, and Margaret Lackrannan are listed among many others with high percentages noted for achievement.
The Hordham Football Club elected a new president amid a Tuesday night meeting with nominations from Mr Nekley and Mr At Pee dating. The retiring president, Mr Ata Re, was mentioned as likely to be replaced, with committee members expressing confidence in the chosen candidate. The club plans a February special meeting and a March meeting to discuss the transition and upcoming events at Bolton Park.
A caretaker named Mr Grartley will serve the Horsham pool facilities. He will be on duty at the Wilmer River pub from 4 to 8 pm this week. Duties include assisting children and overseeing daily operations.
The weekend forecast shows varied conditions with readings around 11 and 46 degrees at times. Saturday is expected to reach about 72 degrees, with Sunday cooler and more unsettled. Local parks and outdoor events may see late sun and a few showers.
Fragmented OCR text notes a meeting about a royal show date and changes to schedule. Mentions names and local officials, with unclear dates and places. Article fragment references postponement and edits by Mr Dullenburg and Mr Me, plus mentions Horsham and Stan.
Local bowlers gathered Saturday for a women’s bowls contest with notable participants including Mrs Warrick and Milbi. Competitors from 001 WE, Namhawttnya, Mire Pnaeante, and others enjoyed a tuneful, friendly event, with Wit om an Sh owl iying tie and JTo bal Meswlaumes among those present.
A fragmented report notes Tronnan defeating Arnold Mens in a final at a local meeting. Women’s events saw Anilwr and Arnott prize among names like My. a. Arnott and Abieenethy. The text includes unclear references to venues and dates but confirms competitive outcomes.
More than 200 people attended the funeral for Brest f a Ginnie Foothill Club member who collapsed and died at 2 pm Friday. The service at Minvin featured a guard of honor by Minyin Football Club players and church officials, with Wimmera Parkhall League represented by President Mtr Cais of Marto.
Former Ararat forward Bill Smeaton was appointed coach of Ballarat Fast. His career included stints with the Melbourne Football Club and Ararat, with notable goal tallies and appearances.
Tom Dawson and Mina Pat McManua won the mixed doubles tournament held by ia Doorn Tennia Chih on Sin burday. They defeated R Thotter and Ming 1 Lehmann 6 0 in the final. Seventystwa play to comind.
The Hersham Postmaster Mr P Lowe urged Horsham residents to post Christmas gifts and greetings as early as possible to support the P M C amid wartime strain. He noted extra war-related work and outlined postal rules including prepay and December deadlines for holiday mail.
At a Melbourne meeting of the Victorian Storekeepers Association the push to extend shop hours in country towns was debated. Delegates supported retaining present trading hours while noting benefits for venues such as Mildura Kerang Benalla Shepparton Benalla Bairnsdale and Moe, with members urged to keep open hours that serve the public.
Fragmented late advertisements show a laundry apply notice for Mrs Blot and a mechanical item price listing. Mentions Fy Allan and Dari aire with indeterminate locations and garbled names making precise details uncertain. Strong entities are partly legible: Mrs Blot, Francis Suvet, and possible price £250.
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