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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1938
Page
5
The listing shows dairy and farm commodity prices including butter, eggs, potatoes, onions, bacon, pollard, bran, cheese, and flour. Figures are incomplete and scattered across the OCR, with several items partially legible and units varying by item.
Wire from our correspondent lists Melbourne and Horsham prices for Wheat Oats Barley Maize Potatoes Onions Hay lucerne hay chaff and related feeds. Wheat in Horsham fell to 2 per leosteel as of yesterday indicating a price drop.
Friends of the late Thomas G. Oulton are informed his remains will be interred in Horsham Cemetery today. The funeral departs St. John’s Church of England at 5 pm for the Horsham Cemetery. A F Weight & Bons, Funeral Directors. The Masonic Lodge of Victoria invites members and Brethren to attend a Ledge of Sorrow at the Masonic Temple at 2.25 pm and the funeral of our late Bro. T G Oulton today. The cortege leaves the Church of England at 3 pm. J P Hoskin WM TD & Wallis Secretary.
In loving memory of Thomas Buffham who died December 22 1937. No more will footsteps ring or be watched as in days of yore. Inserted by his wife and daughters May and Hannah.
Harris obit notes a deer friend Jonnie and Gene from Horsham District Motor Cycle Club in memory of a life lost December 25 1937. Mcinald memorial honors Charles Stuart McDonald who died at Hampton December 27 19 4.
An essay notes Christmas as a season of peace and forgiveness with roots in pagan feasts and a noble ideal of brotherhood. It recalls a WWI trench Christmas where enemies sang together, laments that spirit fades, and honors carol origins from 13th century priests to Restoration revival.
Harvesting runs ahead as yields drop but samples exceed prior seasons. Mild ripening weather kept grain presentable while some fields yielded six to eight bags per acre. overall wheat belt averages remain far below normal. Farmers weigh diminished returns against earlier gains and note relief in districts with total production failure.
The article notes soil fertility around Horsham supports drought resistance and argues that current hardships echo past challenges. It recalls eras of low wheat prices and little government aid, urging settlers to remain confident that nature will restore balance and better yields in due time.
Pleasant conditions on Tuesday and Wednesday gave way to unsettled weather yesterday with overcast skies and enervating air. Temperatures reached 86 on Tuesday and 85 on Wednesday, while Thursday spiked at 99. An official forecast promises a return to fine warm weather, followed by a cool southwest to westerly shift and isolated coastal showers.
Horsham Post Office observes Christmas and New Year closures with altered hours. Details include December 24 closed all day, December 27 open until noon, New Year’s Day closed, mail handling changes, and pension payment dates adjusted. Banks, solicitors, and council offices follow holiday timing. health officer available 2 to 4 pm daily except holidays.
Horsham auctioneer Mr John Bolton plunged into the Yarra River near Princes Bridge after 1 am to save a woman from drowning. Hetty Smith 25 of no fixed abode was resuscitated and admitted to Royal Melbourne Hospital. Eyewitnesses could not swim. Pipe Band to greet New Year in Wilson Street.
An eerie Town Band will perform on Wilson streets with a program of bright popular numbers and Christmas carols. A collection will be made to augment the funds of the group.
Mr. M Giebow of Melbourne escaped serious injury when his car was struck by a goods train at the Murton level crossing on the Murton Horsham line. The back of the car bore the impact and he was thrown onto the track before medical aid and hospital admission followed. He suffers fractured ribs and internal injuries.
Property owners are notified that water storage levels require restrictions. Hose watering of gardens is prohibited except when held in the hand, and watering hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. to conserve supplies.
The Horsham Times will not publish on Tuesday December 27 1938 and Friday December 30 1938. Correspondents, subscribers and advertisers are urged to bear this notice in mind and arrange accordingly.
The Wimmera Presbytery held its quarterly session at Marti on Theses. Welcome extended to Rev Shields newly inducted to Kupainoop. Nhill to be a separate charge and Kaniva a home mission station. Absalom to Minwip for term. editor nomination for Presbyterian Messenger discussed. Youth rally at Ararat and home mission festival at Warracknabeal noted.
A Wednesday concert at the infantile paralysis after-care block of Horsham Base Hospital featured pupils from the Horsham State School led by Mr H W Radford and Miss R Duncan. The entertainment earned applause, with presents bought from funds raised at a prior State School event.
The Rotary Club of Horeham held its annual Christmas dinner at King's Café on Wednesday evening combining the bi annual ladies night. President R C Newton chaired before handing to G B Wood Fate for the day. three novel brain teasing competitions entertained a large gathering with vocal items and a quintet singing carols.
Horsham branch of the R A SS L LA held its annual reunion in the Masonic Hall with about 130 members attending a smoke social. President C J Farrington chaired the event and led a toast to the King.
On Wednesday the Hoshi Court renewed licences for several individuals including Cortiers-Abbote, Kelly, Cul, Strowaix, Sawyer, and M. P. Kellys. The ceremony confirmed renewals for the listed parties amid routine proceedings.
Excitement rose for several minutes around 2 30 yesterday when a chimney fire was spotted around Sterlins cafe adjoining Langlynds Sons in Firebrace street. Miss O Farrel and staff raised alarm. fire brigade attended but shut down as fire burnt out at its origin without spreading.
A fine turkey owned by Mr. L. Harvey was stolen from its pen over the weekend in Horsham. The missing bird has not yet been recovered, prompting readers to guard their poultry houses and beware of further thefts during the festive season.
A court case at Horsham Petty Sessions adjourned to Wednesday to allow review of distance map validity. Scott faced a £2 fine plus costs after admitting skin procurement outside the 25 mile radius. Oatlands Park hosts Apex Club New Year Eve event with swings and a see-saw. tea 6d. Rates in Wimmera Shire to be collected after Jan 31.
Inspector Kurst presented evidence that Fookes worked long hours without proper time cards. He claimed he filled cards but did not keep them, and admitted earlier confusion over regulations. The bench fined £5 plus costs for the first charge, £9 plus costs for the time card issue, and £Wy plus costs for entering details on a time card.
Members of the State Parliament Public Works Committee will hear engineers from the State Rivers and Water Supply Commission on extending irrigation to the Wimmera. On January 16 they will inspect the Glenelg River to study a water supply project for the Wimmera Mallee district from a proposed Balmoral reservoir at Rifle Butts.
A monster carnival will be held at Lake Marina Murton on New Year’s Eve featuring a bathing girl contest for Miss Wim mera 1999. Dancing on the lawn, Aireworks display, a confetti battle, and various novel attractions are planned for a memorable evening.
Mr. T. Lynch a carpenter working on building operations at Town Hall Tuesday morning fell from a five foot high scaffold. He injured his back and was admitted to Horsham Base Hospital for treatment.
Horsham State and High schools closed for Christmas holidays. State students return Tuesday January 31 while High school reopens a week later February 7. Last period brightened by boxes of lollies donated by Snaddon's Stores.
The Geelong Woolbrokers' Association reports an average price realised of 12.99 per lb or £15 10s 8d per bale for wool sold on December 14 and 15. The average bale weight was 288.12 pounds.
A coroner ruled Annie Wiseman aged 62 and Phyllis Wiseman aged 75 died from asphyxiation at Glenroy in mid February. The inquest, led by Coroner Mr Tingate, heard evidence supporting the verdict. George Lepeen, charged with murder, is bound for trial at the Supreme Court in February.
A brigade alerted after a reported incident on McPherson Street North near the mailway line prompted a quick investigation. Authorities determined the call was a false alarm and no danger was found.
In Metto Sessions court, Wednesday allocations awarded to Waniie and Son for 2715 pounds plus costs. R. Maddern and Son recover 115 pounds and 11 pence with costs. Lime roth versus Rowing Helens Wilson awarded 15 pounds with costs.
A dated holiday goodwill note from Finkemewor and staff at 62 Firebraen Street Horshan. They thank patrons for their support during the year and express wishes for prosperity in the New Year. They promise to maintain attentive service and friendly regard to retain patronage in the coming year.
Thieves broke into Munro Stores Pty on Elizabeth Street Melbourne early today stealing six raffle sets three typewriters and a machine worth an unspecified total. A man named Mician AWAW was seen in a motor car nearby.
Miss K Davis of Searle Street Hor sham receives an acknowledgment from Rev J A Mather super Int of the Methodist Church in Ceylon. The note thanks her for contributions to Christian Endeavor actions used to buy Christmas toys for children in the circuit. Best wishes are sent to Miss Davis and co workers. greetings also come from Miss Howlenha and Hopkins of Baltimore.
A Geelong centenary celebration concludes with a prize of 24 guineas awarded to a leading participant. Officials report a successful gathering, praising community turnout and local support for the milestone event.
The engagement is announced for Mavie Jean to John Leypeumgest. Miss Know Leng will wed Leslie Morris at the Church of Christ chapel, Horsham, on December 31. A social evening for Miss Ross Ashwell featured gifts, speeches, and entertainment, with a wedding to occur at the Horsham Methodist Church on the evening of December 29.
A telegram from Mr Thorby to Mr Curtin expresses regret for heated remarks and outlines a desire to prevent Peeling from undermining Christmas spirit. He extends personal greetings to Curtin and his family.
The Horsham region reports church and civic moves including a unanimous call at Brighton Beach for St Leonards and personnel changes. The Rt Rev K For B D advised a call, while Rev Rick’s congregation weighs Brighton Beach matters. A two year service term ends for a missionary and staff shifts at the Horsham Bar relate to Christmas greetings and seasonal plans.
The funeral of the late Mr James Barnes of Minyip followed a long wake with a two mile procession to Minyip Cemetery. Barns, a long time resident and carpenter, was beloved for cheerfulness and charity. locals formed guards and tributes at the residence and graveside. Notables from Horsham and district attended including Mayor Dr L Bowden and Rotary members. The second obituary notes the death of Mr Thomas Galton of Minyip aged about 70, a former Linton native and local builder with partnerships and varied town service. He lived in Searle street later and remained active in art and football circles. The Masonic farewell was planned for St John’s church before burial at Horsham Cemetery.
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