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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1932
Page
5
A meteor about four feet long and one foot in diameter was observed crossing the pun line. Horsham Town Council approved a general rate of 2/6 in the £ on annual property values for 1932 33 and a sanitary charge of 35/ per annum for weekly service and 10/ per annum for twice weekly service.
Memory of our dear son Walter Bernard Elixe who passed away 23 December. Tender thoughts linger and memories remain through the years. From his loving daughter Mary, grandchildren Ruby Mavis and Eileen. We will always think of you and hope to meet again in heaven.
The article recalls Christmas origins rooted in humble beginnings at Bethlehem and emphasizes faith over luxury. It notes the quiet, widespread appreciation of the event beyond outward festivity, highlighting the timeless joy arising from Christ’s birth and the enduring spiritual significance.
A Christmas season ideal is described as spreading beyond a single day with early church heralds and greetings. The essay notes Christmas spirit endures and uplifts, while Anzac Day is marked with solemn remembrance for fallen soldiers. The writer wishes readers a Merry Christmas.
The forecast predicts fine holiday weather with rising temperatures. Glass registrations note Tuesday degrees, Wednesday 54, and yesterday 90, as the official forecast issued yesterday indicates clear skies and light winds from the east to the northwest.
Advertisements in the Horsham issue announce solicitor offices closed from December 24 to January 1. The Horsham post office operates with limited hours on December 27 and January 2, suspending mail delivery and money orders except for specified services.
Town Clerk Mr W P Pryor reports approval of tenders No 2 to 7 for Horsham sewerage works. Tender No 1 pipes awaits State Rivers and Water Supply Commission sanction, delaying start until late January.
Inmates at Horsham Base Hospital enjoyed a Sunday concert by the Horsham Band in its 30 year tradition. Donations for the Christmas cheer fund reached £7 9s 5d. Church choirs from Presbyterian and Methodist venues followed with carols and hymns, then a flower service at St John’s Church.
An excellent programme of sports has been arranged for children at May Park tomorrow afternoon. The events begin at 2 p.m. and all juveniles are welcome.
Melbourne woolbrokers report a brief market with prices at 8.75 pence per pound for Thursday. Trade activity is described as uneven and cautious among buyers and sellers.
An appeal urges further gifts to provide ample time with cash and goods for patients at Christmas. Donations have fallen short of prior years, prompting the call for additional support to ensure a happier season for those affected.
The Horsham Rotary Club held its annual Christmas Dinner at Perring's Cafe on Wednesday night. Wives and friends joined as Rotarians performed items led by R. Melounan, J. Hoskin, A. Griffiths, F. Charlies, L. Morgan, and F L Enery with Betty Mumme guiding a piano chorus.
The Horsham Times will skip two issues during Christmas and New Year. No publications on Tuesday December 27 and Friday December 3. Correspondents subscribers and advertisers should plan accordingly. Business will resume on venal business days and Monday January 2.
Officials note a £700 rise in Horsham railway receipts for November, bringing total income to £6,077 from passengers £505 parcels £145 inward goods £1,171 outward goods £1,825 inward livestock £91 outward livestock £287 and miscellaneous £49. For November year end total was £5,368.
The last special stock sale in Horsham drew buyers from Birchip Warracknabeal Minyip Natimuak and others with many sheep sold. Numbers included merino ewes aged comback ewes Border Leicester lambs and fat lambs at varied prices. An opening sale of 50K sheep is planned for January. The company praised a strong export sea ton and consignments of 75 000 fat lambs to Thos Borthwick & Sona Ltd with most killed at Portland. Prospects for next season look bright due to better London prices.
Two driving unregistered vehicle cases were heard at the Lor sham Police Court on Wednesday before Justices Ray and Arnott. Bernardo Flozza admitted driving an unregistered car to obtain petrol. he was fined £1. Arthur Fairbanks junior faced two charges for an unregistered truck and a lapsed licence. He cited financial hardship and an expired licence. he was fined £1 for the unregistered vehicle and £5 for no licence.
Salvation Army activities in Horsham over the New Year include the Colac Silver Band performing a special programme at the citadel on Present Street Saturday December 31 at 8 pm. Admission 1s or 2d. details advertise Adjutant Miller present.
Dr Borland conducted exams in Horsham for Trinite College of Music London. Passes were awarded to Masie A TAL Annie Gertrude Powney Rosa Thornley Trixie UI Lorna Ingleton and others in Elocution preparatory and LTCL results. A separate note covers Horsham St Johns Church flower service held Sunday afternoon. children trained for weeks performed well with Basil Talbot directing.
A Horsham firm received a Belfast solicitor’s letter to Horsham Queensland New Zealand asking for clarification on Australia geography. The solicitor apologised for his ignorance about the Wimmera region and its towns.
On Wednesday an auction sale conducted by Messrs David Anderson at Market Prnseny street saw Turkish gobblers fetch 4 to 5 each while geese brought 4 6 to 5 6, turkeys 8 to 7, hens 2 1 2 to 3 each, and other poultry items selling across several small sums. A further sale of pantry items fruit and vegetables is announced.
Licences renewed for real estate agents, sub agents, business agents and produce agents in Horsham. All victuallers billiard table and Australian wines licences due by December 31 to Clerk of Court with in-person payment. late payment incurs WW% penalty. Also report on Murtoa Mechanics Institute students concert at Mechanics Hall raising over £30.
At a special Wednesday meeting the Horsham Town Council examined settled and allowed the accounts up to September 30.
Advertising note presents Madame Griffiths with a range of fabrics and shades at Melbourne prices. A list of useful Xmas presents is offered at reasonable costs. The ad urges customers to phone 470 and compare before purchasing elsewhere.
The Land Bill outlined by the Minister of Lands proposes covenants for selection, purchase, and leases, with incentives for lessees to improve. Clause 4A targets grazing lands for the poor, allowing board power to modify covenants in special cases. Critics say 4A is inadequate and support raising maximum lease areas from 4,000 to 10,000 acres to boost development.
Mr. Dunstan in the Legislative Assembly explained the Land Bill tightens fire safeguards in the Mallee. It replaces seasonal burning restrictions with a stricter rule barring stubble and scrub burning until after February 1, seeks to prevent fires before the 1st of February, and was passed to the Legislative Council.
At Hay Court of Petty Sessions landholders faced action for failing to control the rabbit pest. Carrathool Shire Council admitted guilt noting vast areas and many toads. magistrate imposed a £3 fine. Other defendants received £3 to £5 for a first offence and £1 to £15 for a second offence.
Ballara Corporation Sale Yards held the final cattle sale of the year on Tuesday. About 222 cattle were on offer with bulls leading the better classes and cows and heifers mostly useful types. Prices largely matched last week though late-day easing appeared. exceptional beasts fetched high sums and calf demand remained strong while sheep runs were lighter though quality wethers and ewes sold well. A total of 10 530 lambs passed through, with the overall trade near last week’s firmer rates.
Squadron Leader A. Hinkler told the Australian Press Association that reports of an immediate flight to Australia are premature. He is organizing aviation displays across England and would only fly to Australia if granted leave from that program.
The Herald and the Weekly Times publish the Australian Year Book for 1933, a dense compilation packed with valuable information. It is modeled after popular year books and aimed at serving men, women, and students with a wide range of data.
Dentist Mr. W. KE. Thomas will visit Horsham today Friday and may be consulted at the Hotel Fire brace street from 4 30 p m Friday.
The Soldiers' League met at Memorial Hall on My Inst with President Mr. B Cha presiding. A carnival support plan was approved and a meeting of soldier settlers was called before the February annual meeting to form a sub-committee to address district settlers' problems. The president extended season's greetings to the women’s auxiliary and all returned soldiers.
The tenders committee has accepted claims for six months starting January 1 1830. Groceries awarded to J Langlands & Sons meats to BR Wilson bread to Davies & Finlayson drugs to C H Smepaans and funerals to Weight & f is.
The annual speech day at Hamilton and Western District College featured remarks by chairman Mr. T H Laidlaw praising late headmaster J J E Veal. Headmaster’s report stressed faith in a distinctive small college. Louis Gorden Keech won the Fenton scholarship. Norman George Hyde and Avriln Stewart Leslie claimed directors' scholarships.
Few aware that the December 15 implementation of the new two penny stamp duty requires every cheque to bear the duty stamp. Bank officials face heavier work making the adjustments, while account holders may obtain half penny stamps from the post office to attach immediately.
A German visitor to Australia noted in his book Clarion Call that a woman owning fewer than a million sheep mattered little. He claimed sheep are driven to cities for shearing and then returned to the countryside.
A Melbourne public meeting of the Council for Sunday Christian Observance urged railway and transport changes to divert Sunday traffic, urged sports and recreation restrictions on Sundays, and called for maintaining Sunday as a day of rest with backing for government action. The session was chaired by Major-General Sir Brudenell White with Archbishop of Melbourne as president. A Horsham Police Court judgment in the case R. Cheees v Gordon Blay was recorded.
A prospective passenger arrived at Mildura Aerodrome with a thermos and small parcel. after advice he avoided eating mid flight. The parcel contained a safety shaving kit and hot water bottle. the pilot thought it a joke until the man shaved in flight over Mildura. In Perth Assembly Mr Church offered 24 or BH from Western stations for removal of something.
Dame Mary Hughes praises the green economy and Rowan family ties while in Melbourne. The King and Queen attend the Royal banquet with Lord and Lady Forster and notable figures. reports note a cheerful mood as society circles adapt to changing fortunes. Separately a NSW cow ingested sand and nails, causing medical concern.
Parliament nears but delays persist in receiving Allan’s report on bulk wheat handling. The Agriculture Minister promised a fortnights report after months of consultation with experts, but weeks have grown into months with no materialisation. A Cabinet committee formed to study the issue seeks a course for possible legislation when Parliament reopens.
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Fragmentary note describes an English visitor to Australia recounting a tale about a pig called Somome pork. The story hints at a humorous mispronunciation and a warning about pork consumption followed by a moral regret at home.
RHI Smith a 55 year old Parauotet resident, described as fearless and dress minded like a man, has lived a varied life across Queensland to the Northern Territory. She has worked on farms, as a drover, trained racehorses, and delivered milk around Dundas while disguising as a man for much of her career. a former employer’s wage suit led to medical inquiry revealing her gender.
London scores show England leading Australia 23 100 to 21 7R2 in the latest test. Lindrum discussed an experimental rule impacting work rules. Leading professional matches offer a £100 prize, reflecting a stronger payout than last year.
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