24 Feb 1950
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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 24, 1950
Page
1
In Horsham the interviewee Mr Hipworth praised the pre-cat unit built with five rooms and completed in nine days. He claimed the design could cut costs for home seekers and suit most settlers, while noting government assistance could aid broader adoption.
Fragmentary text describes efforts to improve freight roads and coastal routes aiding trade and markets. Authorities and local groups discuss projects and funding, with focus on infrastructure and regional commerce.
In Horsham fruit sellers report a Tasmanian crop shortfall driving higher prices. Apples fetch 1s 1d to 1s 8d per lb for eaters and 10d per lb for cooking apples, with retailers paying around £2 for a vase.
Norris, alias and multiple aliases, convicted in Horsham on a string of forgery and related charges beginning in 1925. Court heard he cashed cheques on interstate banks with ease, aided by business stupidity in accepting them. Sentenced to 18 months for forgery and an additional terms for other charges, with seven more fraud counts to be heard in Melbourne.
A Brisbane discussion argues suspending or cancelling licences is more effective than fines. Mr P R Bizein says heavier penalties have not reduced drunken driving and that licence suspension prevents further driving for a period. Police remarks by Gray are cited.
Fragmentary text states Britnia heads global gas turbine production with unknown details. No clear names, dates, or places are readable to confirm specifics. Further readable content needed to produce a precise summary.
Acting Housing Minister Mr Hipworth said Horsham is not forgotten and the new Housing Commission is allotted. Commission architects negotiate with a contractor as the Government aims to spur local industry to erect homes. The Commission has built 97 houses in Toreham with tenants and plans 16 more if sand is available.
A new Medical Centre for Harrow will open on March 2. Dr M Starr of Eden Hope will make weekly visits to the centre, following plans announced almost two years ago.
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