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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 13, 1925
Page
12
Rural news from Horsham covers Harvest Festival plans and church events at Presbyterians and other local venues. Details include harvest services, confirmations, and community notices with employment, public meetings, and local entertainment highlights.
Insurance of a petitioner’s return to a former partner is granted as the Inver Court examines claims of estrangement. A related case notes a man’s finances, a sale of a business, and a threatened debt, with 11 million pounds mentioned in context. The Police and government figures discuss labor and policing actions with fines levied on ship agents for allowing German crew members ashore.
Contingent reporting from Minyhp Whee Jaa pes shows a day focused on wicket play and innings development for the fourth test count at Melbourne. Warrackiaben hosts from 1 pm to 6 90 with referees C McPherson and EL Mutheman. Admission fees apply. New South Wales players at selection include Cil igan Chapman Hobbe Sutcliffe and others.
A fragmented note outlines a Horsiam Amateur cycling event weekend with riders and sponsors. It mentions February dates, Brampicus wall, Santos, and Selpia, with plans for hor slime and a community rite. Details are unclear due to OCR errors.
A fragmented report lists multiple horses and entrants with unclear spellings and numbers. It describes races and placements including names like Rubinns and Mamlicap with various times and distances, reflecting a busy racing program.
Personal notices from Marsham NV and nearby areas detail visits, migrations, and health shows. Residents such as Miss Crminep Fowwharai and Miss Viv. Maclernan are mentioned with others preparing trips to Queenstown and Abbotsleigh. Dr Chearthin, resident at Gevlong Hospital, plans a late month visit as regional ties and education in Melbourne are noted.
The report notes a large motor lorry transporting Australian avian prizes to a trap shoot near Horsham. Officials criticize the event as cruel with calls for a ban on pigeon shooting in trammeled conditions. Victorian Society for the Protection of Animals chair A T Latham urges stronger penalties and legal action.
Geelong wool sale week continues with Dalgety Co and partners marketing merino, comeback and crossbred fleeces from the Western district and Wimmera districts. Prices show irregularities amid strong demand as buyers attend large wool exhibitions. standout lots include high quality merino and crossbreds, while several sales emphasize careful stock management and potential price stability.
The fragment notes a marriage involving Anne Graeie Hobbs daughter of H E Hobbs at a Horsham church on a Wednesday in February with a second event on a January date. A second party is linked to My wad Mew E W Pritchard of Dimbools, with references to military service and a reverend at Geelong.
The obituary notes the death of Slynday, wife of Mr W Pen dlebury of Willenabrina, in a Warrackua Kent private hospital after prolonged ill health. It mentions James White of Devon Park a prominent pastoral figure in the western district and Mitchell a longtime Mont Gambier resident. She was the daughter of the Yanodame Triford and born in Victoria Square Adslane.
Members of the Horsham Amateur Cycling Club announce a weekend motor trip in the mountains for Saturday and Sunday. The notice invites all participants to register with the club secretary by February 17 and mentions meals and arrangements.
A concert by tl Horsham Conese Preig will be held at Sailors Home Hall on Thursday February 26 at Vall Avenue ward SPANIATREET Wt Sswinl Manintitton.
In aid of the Maternity Ward Appeal the Jay Comet Party presents a charity ball at Wonwondah East Hall on Thursday night February. Artists include Tom Cameron Mrs Alan Kimberley Miss Margaret McClounay Mr Jack Hoakin and others. a dance and concert will follow to raise funds for the appeal under A J Stanistrets social committee president.
Notice from Cresco Fertilisers Limited calls an ordinary meeting of directors at the registrar on Thursday February 19 at 12 o clock. The notice is dated February 1925 and signed by secretary Fm Lucas.
Nominations open for all events except Hack Race. Friday and Saturday race days set for February with events including Pony Race, Murton Cup, Flying Handicap, Trot, Haack Race, and Marma Stakes. Special trains advertised from Yanpeet and Warrack for attendees.
A garbled note cites mercnd-kaod sve hiner and mentions different males for mie with near new runditios. The text references MISTERX and a secretary role, leaving unclear details about people or actions.
Readable fragments show a Methodist circuit planning a Thanksgiving service with choir involvement and noted speakers. The snippet references a grand choir concert and community activities, listing names and times in a local church setting.
Notice offers Dodge car available for hire with day or night service. Includes contact details and assurance of satisfaction.
The article notes Miss E Griffiths Hine resumes a Taltion at Viabofyrie, seeking permission to apply for Remuson Sea’s private residency. The action centers on her residence request and related legal steps.
The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria invites members to the Horsham branch first annual meeting at 9 o clock on Saturday March 1. Members should bring a pen and complete details will be announced at the gathering.
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