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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 03, 1939
Page
2
A family expresses gratitude for sympathy and support after a bereavement. They particularly thank Mrs Htedes, Mrs Warner, and Mrs tesa WH for their kindness. The notice lists surviving relatives and memorial sentiments from siblings and extended family.
Fragmented OCR text reflects a New Year message urging peace and restraint amid unrest. Mentions urging harmony, civic duty, and reflections on violence, with references to a public moral stance and hopeful outcomes for society.
The article discusses plans to increase water supply for the Wimmera region and surrounding towns. It notes that while many measures are suggested, the key issue is ensuring a reliable distribution to those dependent on the channel system and calls for reducing wastage until new storage options are considered. Local officials urge prompt action to conserve water and meet essential needs.
Holidays pass quietly in Hor stom with many visiting family, restoring routines and enjoying bracing air. Weather remains propitious though travel and caravanning grow in popularity while business braces for resumed activity after the holiday lull.
A local property deal closed for four Firebrace Street shops in Horsham. The sale involved Messrs Thomas Young and partners, with Mrs L Laidbrook as purchaser after a fire gutted a shop and other items such as jewellery were transferred. Rainfall figures for Marsham reported at 462.90 inches, varying from prior years.
Locals celebrate a charity event honoring Mr B Hardingy as the Horsham Town Council and its committees receive swinging assets from the EEE Club. Weather and water concerns rise as creeks run low, while the Benvolent Society assists families with Christmas provisions and safety notices follow a fatal dam incident.
Police arrested Ernent Hough on murder charges linked to a violent incident at Moon Home in Gillenhad. The accused allegedly used an explosive device during a confrontation over custody involving Moon and Daniel Sloan. Moon was fatally wounded in the struggle.
Winstrem Gue reports Melbourne correspondence that the Pushent entity may fare in Rome while the Varwan ventos in Amstralia seek establishment. Authority notes Lop as independent within its own remit. Redhue’s administrative role in the church and privacy changes draw scrutiny.
A correspondent describes a broadcasting session marked by mutiny during its progress. The event saw interruptions and late completion, with AV Ramaley as VARA secretary stating no objections to new regulations. Several concerns about prior issues arose during the discussion.
Brisbane Monday Mere reports the body of Dom enico Palumbo was found near Sarina with bullet wounds to chest and face. Michele Freming, 40, an Italian, was charged at Mackay Court with Palumbo’s murder.
An aged clipping notes a Saturday lawn event won by Mrs. Smith in the A and B grades with Mise Parker taking the C grade. It also reports widespread fires in Crown lands, storm damage in Western Australia, drought conditions in eastern regions, and rainfall impacts in Victoria and New South Wales affecting exports and agriculture.
A jockey named L. Sampson from Port Pine, riding for J. Fisher at Yaapeet, was thrown onto the inside rail and died from a fractured skull and shoulder injuries. Onlookers witnessed the fatality during the annual ArtoaspinES and Rotebrook Race meeting, with emergency staff and witnesses present at the scene.
A crowd was scattered after a horse incident injured an onlooker and a small girl near a fair’s ring. Mr. W. Bunner, son of Scarleetree, was struck. an ambulance took the injured to hospital. Coroner to hold inquest. burial planned for the deceased.
Funds opened for dependents and a first donation recorded from a local lathe trust. The engagement is announced of Gladys Gay Stewart, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs J Stewart of Fisher Street Beawen, and Mr W Sullivan of Dimboole Roma Northam.
A Melbourne and provincial wire of 1919 era notes highlights speeches on voluntary enlistment and forming training units. Mentions Mr Schotfield urging Secuitien access, MLA Hamilton Lamb at Seaford with Rodan family, and visits by Dr and Mrs Wilmoth to remote centres. Also lists New Year Honours recipients from Victoria including Sir George Goudie, Dr Frank Gordon Bekolen, Dr James Thompson, Alderman Charles Brown, Prof Wilfred Agar, Jabez Carnegie, and Miss Sybil Irvine.
A Telegraph report claims Catatonia front lines are set for a major clash. Franco's forces hold a 5 mile defense with heavy fighting and significant costs to rebels as Republican resistance stiffens. Barcelona and Tarragona appear not to be in immediate danger amid ongoing engagements.
Cables Prague says under the December 23 agreement with Hungary, up to four individuals receive pardons for political crimes and related actions. The amnesty covers cases tied to CHRD enforcement and armed attacks, with fewer prisoners affected than expected.
A fragmented OCR snippet references a government official and a lord named Lawrie, signaling a formal decision or decree but lacking full context or details.
Obituaries and notices recount the death of Reuben Will Hand, aged 46, with his career in Morahen and Horsham. Funeral services, church honors, and local arrangements follow, noting associations with local firms and wartime service. Also listed are notices for Thomas G. Oulton of Minyip and details on residents Bela and Dethridge along with council and guild mentions.
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