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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1940
Page
2
Market report from Melbourne shows varied grain and fodder prices including wheat at several bulk levels, barley feed at different quotes, maize and oats, onions and lucerne hay priced per ton. Reader notices mention fluctuating rates and auctions with limited legible figures due to OCR errors.
Fragmented text outlines memorial mentions for Paros and Devine with scattered names and phrases. The readable portions reference a line of verse or elegiac tone, devoid of clear events, dates, or locations. The piece resembles a garbled obituary fragment from a historical page.
The report outlines a proposed state endowment plan to fund child allowances for families with several children and dependents. It discusses eligibility, funding, and administrative details, with committee members scrutinizing proposals and potential impact on earnings and welfare support.
The report notes a brief heat spike reaching 102 degrees on a Wednesday with a north wind, followed by persistent heat and a late arrival of relief. Rain began overnight Thursday and by six o'clock last night Horsham recorded 80 points, while Quantong noted 6 points. The Horsham Post Office maximum reached 75 degrees and the forecast called for a warm sultry start with a cool southerly change and showers mainly in the ranges and highlands.
In a Thersham hearing, George Phixdethwatte and Ayre Ville Hermie faced charges over a chaffcutter used at a farm. Defendants admitted ownership and described efforts to guard machinery, with penalties set at five to three pounds and a single fine adjusted for ignorance.
A large audience in the Town Hall attended the Hotabam United Artine's Company Christmas Tour in Ns Ten reesurte oreika of the Hu stunt Haoy Hospital. The cartier por Pormynse in the same bi pase by thi ta ee lente company, but the angeles 'of the ¢ Horhom pub erecting were pabliebed pest iene.
In the Gull of Besalons case J T Moar, a Won wontah farmer, was convicted of a crime tied to regpmadidiiites for cattle and wool transport. First Constable A Drowes testified that on September 27 the defendant aided a trailer with wool, then denied intent to register the load. The court seeks a more precise registerint sentence and a suitable penalty.
The monthly stock market report notes activity on January 18 at the Westdon exchange where investors and merchants watched the market closely. Officials at the New York hotel hosted a briefing for a large audience.
The Horsham Times will publish on Friday and Tuesday after Christmas and New Year. The notices urge subscribers and advertisers to hear the intimation and make arrangements accordingly.
The report lists several footpath obstructions and lighting issues dated midweek. It notes a vehicle fuel incident near a railway station and repairs at a curb junction. A late 16 event fixed a pedestrian area near Balvanih street and a crane operation occurred on Wilson street.
An illustrated Nativity pageant performed for prize giving drew a small parish audience. Cast members included Cheryl Druce Stele and Margaret Bitton with supporting roles by Lorin Ketrell, Hotty Drewrp, Neem Lawes, and Barbara Pettelt. The scene depicted shepherds and angels as a celebratory mood filled the hall, with musical pieces performed by an accompanist.
The final yearly gathering for the Red Cross Emergency Company occurred Monday in the Town Hall supper room. Members praised contributing sisters and nurses, with Matron Arthur and others receiving thanks and gifts. Practical training opportunities were offered, and gifts were presented to Sisters Conteges and Ha ir, with notes of successful lectures and a Nativity Anthem sung.
The Horsham I branch of the Australian Women's Association held its usual meeting in the Fire Brigade Hall with president Miss L Kelly chairing. Discussion covered early year flag bridge tournaments and the annual Christmas tree event for local children, followed by Father Christmas and performances by Joan Mentha Lesley Hatneld Ken Murphy and Don Kay. A social afterwards featured raspberry vinegar and treats.
The Avy tendian Waalver Aasoe held a fortnightly meeting on Tuesday at the Public … presided by Mr. Stel. Tease. Reports covered ticket payments of 30413 and a shooting competition with participants Hutchesson and E. Liddell. Harold Richards on the Hamilton Horsham road sustained an injury while wood cutting and fashioned crutches from floor boards before seeking treatment. Scholarmip exclusion and petty deaths are noted, with minor local notices and a Telegrams to the UK Prohunte section referencing Australia code and customs changes.
Mears. David Anderson & Co conducted a successful sale for Walter M. Greenberger Harriett Street on Tuesday with a large attendance of buyers. Items sold included garage equipment and furniture at road-side prices such as valve faces £7 10, trailer £97 10, truck £15, billiard table £8. Fire in Pine Plantation. About 60 acres of extensive pine plantation at Mt. Percy near Mt. Gambier were destroyed by fire on Wednesday afternoon. Volunteers fought the outbreak until it was controlled late in the evening, with most pines owned by C. L. Spehr and G. Bier. Softwood Products Pty. Ltd., an Australian company, plans milling by end of next month and held option over the balance of pines with insurance on the trees. The blaze started near ongoing work on another plantation, fanned by a strong north wind.
At a Friday meeting the VRC discussed a request to Tar Claoh for permission to conduct the Methon 6 ria it mates in youthron heli with the Puglish Derby. With the Derby canceled due to the war, Calentey sought an alternative race and Melbourne Cup was considered but the VRC granted permission to proceed with a different arrangement.
Reported snakes eight inches long and centipedes with deadly bites are blamed for injuries and eerie incidents around a park project between Parkin and Bird. Workers face retinteion and neglect amid ongoing complaints and hazardous conditions.
London reports place Australian and Indian forces at the front of the Libyan coast battle for Bardia. An Australian commander vows to press on, seeking to match World War I feats as Italian column parts are reportedly seized by Australian mechanised units. Free French fighters back British, while rumors say Germany may reinforce Italy in Libya and Albania.
A chaotic New York dispatch cites German forces and aviation activity near Spain with speculative invasion concerns. The Daily Telegraph is referenced as the source, noting passenger strikes and heightened wartime tensions as editors chase the developing story.
Fragmentary text references ships, captains, and routes with many garbled names. It appears to describe maritime travel or wartime movement but lacks coherent events, dates, or complete entities.
Italy reports a tactical success on Wednesday as forces in Lissa advance. Military sources describe disciplined actions against opposing units and a consolidation of positions near key targets, with continuing efforts to restrict enemy movement.
Reports from Athens and Salonika indicate heavy Italian attacks along the Aiport Elias and coastal sectors, with Greece denying captures of Telean and Kilern while retreat pressure increases. Officials say homes are being destroyed along the line as weather improves and counter actions loom.
Tramways Trust rejects claims for a seven hour twenty minute stoppage. Employees return all trams and buses to depots at 11 a.m. today, leaving streets without transport except taxis while a stop-work meeting continues.
Wire report from Sydney notes the minister for the navy Mr. W M Hughes announced today substantial progress in mine sweeping near the Australian coast. He cites increased numbers of the vessels and improved trade routes as key gains from recent operations and fleet expansions.
Melbourne report says 500 applications have been filed under the Brough Meter Act to aid Victorian farmers. Premier Mr. A. A. Thomson announced that about £25,600 has already been advanced, with more funds expected to follow. Currency and exact figures noted as provisional.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions waves and figures such as Steve Wels Vorhew, with unclear context and several misread names. The readable bits suggest a local or personal note rather than a clear event, offering little concrete detail for a full report.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names and events but lacks clear facts or context. no discernible date, place, or outcome present to summarize a coherent news item.
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