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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1946
Page
5
A fragment notes a gathering of servicemen and children with a marked parade and a tribute to veterans. It mentions the Diggers and a mobilization nearby, with references to a turnout of around 400 at Horshave Theatre and a spring program.
Frank Edward Marks, a Balmoral laborer, was committed for trial in Dimboola court for the murder of his uncle Murray Kennedy after a drunken brawl on the Wimmera River near Dimboola on December 7. He was remanded to the Melbourne Supreme Court on February 17.
Mr T R Johnston of Rupanyup grows Dawn oats on 95 acres yielding 234 bags per acre. The same ground previously yielded wheat and oats averaging 17 bags. The Horsham Times promotes season supplies available to all citizens including servicemen.
Mrs. A E Kimberley arranged a Christmas organ and vocal recital at St Andrew's. The program featured Maunder and Gounod numbers, Mendelssohn and Bach solos, Handel selections, two carols, and the Hallelujah Chorus. Rev J Fairlie Forrest chaired and praised the performance, noting broad audience appreciation.
Melbourne, Mara December 1946. The 70th annual meeting reported record new business with 182 609 life policies and 22 127 522 pounds in premiums. Accident department more than doubled, funds rose to 50 268 300 pounds, and war and security contributions reached 24 788 865 pounds. Directors praised life assurance for stable savings and tax concerns noted.
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