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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1952
Page
7
A 30 voice choir from Bethlehem presented a Christmas tale to about 360 attendees at Wit Church. The program narrated the Nativity with shepherds and angels as told in a written work by J A Maunder, with soloists and organ accompaniment under Mss FB Farios and Mr M Fine.
A fragmented, OCR heavy page mentions The Forsyte saga adaptation and cast names such as Greer, Flynn, and Walter Pidgeon. It references production notes, new plays, and TV tie ins with sporadic mentions of theaters, actors, and a sprawling cast roster amid garbled phrases and partial quotes.
Rural Dean presided at ordination as Lewin Langdon Biv of Dinbaolay was ordained the Reverend R. Aradley to priesthood. The Rev Donald Lad Bann attended with visiting clergy from the Diocese of Hatmneat. Lunch followed in the Purlah Tint.
A Christmas program at St Peters School drew students from Peters Senior and Bolwell households. Attendees included Matta, Rewnheimer, and N Bolwell with junior chefs and girls.
The Rev. F A Hagenauer, guest preacher at St Paul’s Caulfield ordination, condemned evil and warned that self serving leaders cannot escape judgment. The lengthy sermon touched on morality, church authority, and the duty of clergy to guide congregations.
The Australian Commission for Inter Church Aid and Service to Refugees issues a Christmas Day appeal through the Work Council at Churchew. The drive invites donations at a designated table, with funds aiding victims in Korea and the Middle East. Deacon Anter-Church Ald. 17 Kwanstan Street, Metbonene.
A Salvation Army holiness meeting was held at the Horatain Salvation Army Citadel at 11 am on Sunday. Mrs Saunders spoke about religious duties and the group announced the farewell to Cape Captain and Mrs. Bapwoll who depart Horatain early in the New Year. Captain Monaghan of Ballarat and Lieutenant Howens of Hamilton will attend in Horstiam in January.
Zone 1 invites entries for a New Year Eve amateur show at Horsham Progress Association. Program details include guest artists and entertainment planned by promoter Mr Meld, aiming for a lively community event with varied acts.
A Sunday night Nine Lesson Carol Service at St John s Church England led by Rt Rev W A Johnston and featuring hymns and readings centered on the nativity tale. The service included traditional carols, prayers, and a procession, with parishioners attentive to the Christmas narrative.
A Wimmera church note recalls Reverend Hagenauer and his father each serving fifty years in ministry. Born in Britain, Hagenauer retired after half a century of service at St Andrew's Presbyterian in Melbourne, with his son also a long-serving minister. The piece highlights their wartime and overseas honors and marks the family’s devotion to church work.
A school official thanked the Horsam Apex Club for providing sufficient funds to improve the sports program at Atorsham High School. The donation was described as valuable, helping the school in sports development and facilities.
The Wirmera Bhire Council president O. K Ward praised Horsham Legacy Club members for their work. He noted attending a legacy dinner and commended the group for caring for widows and children of ex servicemen.
The Horsham Social Club held a Christmas treat at Sungalally on Sunday. More than six children received presents. Races and games were also conducted for attendees.
A writer quotes A. Mugenauer discussing simplifying biblical language for broad understanding. The passage contrasts plain terms with complex phrases and notes the challenge of rendering parables into accessible speech without losing meaning.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions religious terms and a disaster on a June Sunday night. It references the Hirdarexwrd, Marwan eon, and two children among the killed. Saunders discusses the Iuorem level evening tree fevdy. Norma appears as a Christian name amid garbled phrases.
Children at AENEAN 5 McKensie Creek presented an enjoyable program on Wednesday at Chelatmas breakfast. Father Christmas arrived and distributed gifts to the children while the staff and Mr G Godfrey helped.
Grounded report notes a committee meeting of the Horeram Agricultural Society. Attendees discussed event planning, financials, and upcoming exhibitions. Key speakers identified, with dates and locations to be confirmed.
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