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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1952
Page
1
Rupanyup residents report vandalism near the Returned Servicemen's League sub branch. Damages include windows and a memorial area as locals fear ongoing attacks by vandals, with community leaders urging restraint and police vigilance.
A political report notes broad support for the Labour candidate Mr. Mibund amid celebrations in War racknabeal district. Speakers praised Mr. Moore and Mr. Milin for achieving popular backing while urging continued outreach to Borung electors and allied party members in Parliament.
A cheque for 100 pounds was presented to the Hordum Apex Club by Mn We Prion in recognition of fencing work carried out on Iy Brung South property by Apextana. Mr Prine served as President for the Morskam Bowling Club.
Friday council discussed a Lowan Shire proposed aerodrome scheme costing about £3000 in the first year. Attendees included Cy Armstrong and Mr S Fell as inaugural conference delegates. debate centered on funding, reimbursement terms, and potential takeover by the Aviation Department with mixed views on feasibility and community impact.
Mr Williams stated that traffic and revenue favored the air service plan. Delegates discussed air travel from Nhill by air, and Dr Armstrong noted no clear advantage. The conference report said Hormham City Council would hold another meeting to select a representative willing to support the plan and determine contributing funds. The Shire Secretary and 63,000 were mentioned.
An Australian Army sergeant visiting Horsham reported to the Windsor family that Noel Windsor, wounded in Korea, is recovering in Seoul and expected to be home or on leave early next year. The message described ongoing war duties involving patrols and heavy bombardment with shrapnel injuries common among units.
An announcement from City Hotel describes building a beer garden costing £600 near the fountain area. The deck will seat over 100 guests with bright umbrellas and verandah features. Plans include a small playground at the hotel rear to entertain children while guests enjoy refreshments.
The Junrean agency notes rising demand for seaside holidays and Pioneer Tasmanian and Sydney tours. Adelaide tourism centers report many private homes booked for bed and breakfast amid New Zealand and South Pacific travel interest. Horsham Travel Bureau plans group departures with Wimmera residents anticipated to join next month.
The superintendent of the Worsham and District Ambulance Service urged rapid hospital transport at a meeting. He stressed that during harvest times the ambulance should be readily available to move injured workers to medical care.
In Horsham the Christmas shopping rush is described as less pronounced this year with many shoppers starting early and shopkeepers noting steady but not peak demand. Large items such as refrigerators and washing machines see heavy interest while children’s toys and floral displays also draw steady traffic ahead of Christmas.
Well attended meetings of Doven district farmers debated regulating wheat deliveries. Agreement to maintain last month’s allocations at harvest start, with space released as storage becomes available. Remarks praised the Noon Railway Station and stationmaster My de Harting. A judging panel for the Wheat erup-commetition was to select today.
Guest houses at Hull Gap are booked for Chris man with many regular boarders returning for holidays. One guest house reports full bookings for Christmas and January. Guests include visitors from Adelaide and Melbourne, and rent runs throughout January.
A committee discusses May start for Kinder garten work and aims to increase morning sessions. The Director and Mine E Shirlaw are named as appointing officials while health rules cap group size at one child per 38 square feet, permitting about 40 children per session.
Fragmentary notes describe a Horsham beer event tied to Christmas assistance in the Wimmera region. Mentions licenced victualler revolution and individuals Mr Le He and Mr Butler with Leyla Natt among names. Unclear details but signals community support and delivery concerns.
The Horsham Brass Wend performed at Wimmer Dass Hospital on Sunday afternoon. Christina selections delighted patients as the band moved through unique hospital sections. Matron Chim Usue welcomed and thanked the musicians.
Horsham guides urge shopping before Thursday as shops close Christmas Day Friday and Saturday. Postal delivery on Christmas Day, Boxing Day morning postal services, Horsham Post Office opening until 10 am on that day. Telephone exchange operates normally Friday but with limited hours on the following day. Garage fuel restricted on Christmas Day. garages open half day Boxing Day. New service starts Saturday from 1 am to 1 am Sunday.
A fragmented notice recalls a past event where a plumber named Glen Harris, while repairing a house on Henry Street, found cats in a backyard. The account references George W and notes the scene as a rare moment in local memory.
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