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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1932
Page
3
The column lists farm goods and prices including barley hog fish maize potatoes and chaff with figures like 2/2 and 4s. The note mentions yesterday's heat price at 2/10 per bushel and references unions and Cape markets.
The text discusses the exclusion of ex Labor Prime Minister W. M. Hughes and examines Lyons and other leaders shaping the first ToA cabinet formation. It notes Hughes as a possible successor to Sir Miele Roric as High Commissioner, with Cowper delaying selection.
The Victorian Parliament faces a heavy workload with about 70 bills passed last session and major measures left unrevised. Critics urge reforms to shorten terms, improve draftsmanship, and address ongoing issues in finance transport land settlement and unemployment ahead of a general election.
A weather note reports 79 degrees and mostly cloudy conditions with a south west breeze. It warns campers to be extremely careful with fires near creeks and river banks after reports of near misses and a big log dump found far from dry grass, stressing fires can cause severe damage if misused.
Matron Arthur of the Horsham Bus Hospital reports cheer despite heat. Donors contributed gifts in a special Christmas appeal and the institution thanks supporters. A detailed donor list will be published later.
On Wednesday morning the following licences were granted at the Horshal Peles Court. Claude Reginwh M Warfiell served as sub agent under the renal state agents ROC Newton for Newton and Miller. Farm produce tid sie carriets leenris noted.
The Hoerhsm Registrar Mr. A. A. Rogers provides statistics for the quarter ended December 1. Births total 51 with 24 males and 27 females while deaths total 35 with 17 males and 18 females.
The Shershan Amateur Cycling Club plans its sixth annual carnival at Recreation Reserve on Foundation Day February 1. The program includes a winter mile championship, sprints, and novelty races with trophies and spectator events, plus a match race for riders.
The lassie officers of the Aarshal Corps receive fourteen months of service and new appointments. Ensign Kathleen Downing and Captain Janet Bourne take posts, to be followed by Captain and Mrs Jewell from Ballat North. Horsham reception planned with a Thursday night fest. Marton and Witboola to be opened as new corps with Capt John Ndlieh and Lt Henry Cale at Dimboola, Capt Bourne at Horsham aided by Liew Johnson. Farewell event slated for Semin next at the Horsham yarded.
Advertisement notes a gathering of the ghee clob on Tuesday at Memorial Hall in Horsham. Officers for 1924 will be nominated, an important letter from a member will be discussed, and the feasibility of an egg laying competition will be decided. Members are urged to attend.
A brief ad from Madame Griffiths at The Pheee 470 urges visitors to purchase useful, lasting gifts. She highlights affordable items like pice frock oT bat, a box of hose, and handkerchiefs, promising quality goods at fair prices and inviting scrutiny of her stock.
British Dimisions Films showcases The Car at the Theatre this week with Mitzi Green and Jackie Sears in Forbidden Adventure a tale of rival mothers and young siblings. John Boles and Lupe Velez star in Resurrection a deep romantic drama from Tolstoy’s tale of love and forgiveness.
Movietone News Reel photographers captured Longerenong College students at work in all sections of the institution. Scenes include grain handling at Dooda railway station and college grounds. Films will be shown at the Horshow Theatre after completion.
Railways commissioners announce lower charges for special trains with a minimum fee set at 5 pounds for day and Saturday school parties and 7 pounds per mile with a 5 pound minimum for single journeys. Long distance travelers to County Town celebrations gain a return fare limit of 4 pounds first class and 3 pounds second class.
A report from the Common Office details a wooden and iron sheep feeder built by Clark and Woodall of Harrow for Mr Heffer nan. The seven by two foot trough holds thirteen bags of chaff and feeds from both ends, with rain protection and a portable design noted.
Correspondence from the District Board invites donations to the Beagle Bay Mission. The Past President's Certificate will be presented to Bra Williamson on February 1 with a smoke social planned beforehand. A hospital carnival committee meeting is set for January 4 with society representatives. A member competition runs from Sunday's meeting, awarding points for attendance and top honors in syllabus items, plus a trophy for the most successful member.
Weldons Ladies Journal offers free patterns for girls day frocks party wear and maternity pieces. The catalog covers children's sizes from infant to teen with designs for day wear evening gowns coats and tailored outfits.
The Country Roads Board operated a tar praying plant near Horsham last week. Five main approaches to the town were treated, with labor recruited locally and progress completing far faster than manual methods. In coordination with the Borough, CRB crews also treated roads inside town boundaries.
Railways Department announces January hop ex curis from country stations to the city. Excursions run January 23 to January 31 with tickets sold only on a specified train each date. Tickets open to other country stations and to the city if the destination is at least 100 miles away. Fares are about half the ordinary rates and allow return within the calendar month.
The Millowners' Association on Wednesday voted a flour price drop of 5 shillings to £8 for a bag delivered in Melbourne. No change was made in bran or coarse products priced at 65 shillings and £5 5/ per bag.
Fragmentary report notes slow movement in wheat with a well known firm Leula Deesfus and Alves cited amid prices and supply concerns. No clear figures or dates available.
Horsham farmer Mr. Ero Barber reports two draught horses on Chosen Road died after they tore bags of grain near a water trough on his property. The animals reportedly fed until death after coming into contact with spilled grain from the torn bags.
In Ballarat on Tuesday James Alexander McNell, mayor, faced a charge involving a merchant and fur trader. McNell pleaded guilty with his defence preserved.
Miss LeContenr of Tiegm opens the field for wheat purchasing with support from Mewsrs Koupton. Miss Joontenr Ine acts for them, applying commercial knowledge and assisting her father in duties. She appears to be the only woman handling the role in the state.
The Cogmicy Komas Board notes wandering stock on State highways creates danger to motorists. Councils issue registrations allowing cattle on roads, raising revenues. When councils refused, the board used police to enforce the Police Office Act to curb depredations.
A boy scout returning from holidays on the Gembrook line attempted a lasso act from a train carriage between Clematis and Gembrook. The rope entangled a passenger and dragged him beside the line until the train halted. The injured boy, treated for neck abrasions, was attended by a doctor.
Fire occurred around the same day with one blaze near a vacant Church Hill house owned by Mr Towns and another in a paddock owned by Mr J Darteloke. The fire was brought under control after one room suffered damage and stubble fires were beaten out. no major injuries reported.
The Forests Commission orders officers and honorary rangers to maintain a special watch for fire outbreaks during a designated period. It seeks to report fires suspected as willful or careless, with penalties of 20 currency units or imprisonment. The proclamation covers the state except for a male district.
Readers learn of fluctuating wheat prospects after the mnap disastrom in Australia. Declines in wheat prices in Janeane contrast with later rises in Melbourne after Britain suspends the gobll standard, as traders assess bounty effects and future international wheat dynamics.
The Consul General for Belgium remarks postwar European tastes shifting away from jazz toward older, calmer melodies. He and his family visited Europe, noting a move from lively modern tunes to traditional music as conditions stabilize.
Melbourne correpondent notes mixed feelings as new year brings high hopes yet reports widespread disruption. Amusement houses falter after early celebrations while several large building plans are announced, including a major project opposite Melbourne Town Hall. Shops report strong Christmas trade but a shopkeeper warns of depleted stock failing to meet New Year demand.
The Rev. Wilfred Stewart of Nor wool Ashelaite faces trial Wednesday on a charge tied to an incident in December. Prosecutors allege Stewart drove the victim to a location in a car and pressured her to pose for a provocative scene.
Incomplete OCR text from Horsham Police mentions Constable Regeon and a sick week with a single venom. The fragment does not provide a clear incident, date, or outcome.
The notice lists engagement and family names from Stawell area including Ethel, Moe Arthur, and Mastin with mentions of Harrys and Myre. The fragmentary text references a ceremony or match in a local street setting and notes the involvement of Metentfe and other households.
The article notes the death of Mr Duncan Rankin, longtime Warracknabeal resident and Pharos founder. Survived by five sons and one daughter, he was linked to the Rankin family of Horsham and had a career in the motor and drapery trade. The funeral was held in Warracknabeal with many local mourners paying respects.
The Kowree Shire Gazette issues Regulation No 1 banning profane or indecent language in rubbish and manure depots at Harrow Edenhope Apeler and Gercke. Regulation No 2 requires all dances and entertainments in public venues to end by midnight on Saturdays.
Large bush fires race across miles of western New South Wales and Dehuer leaving residents exhausted. Many retreat as fire fronts burn out and supply breaks are reported. Government asked to provide crackers for evacuations of Sydney members who signified willingness to a sit the...
Firefighters report a shift in conditions as strong winds hinder containment in the Grampians and western districts. Reports from Melbourne and nearby towns describe multiple fires and high alert, with crews focusing on protecting communities and key infrastructure.
A fragmented report notes a prisoner remains at large with references to police efforts in Victoria and South Australia. It mentions potential sightings and ongoing manhunt actions by authorities amid confusion over locations and names.
A fragmentary report describes a woman pilot returning home after a fast flight. The text mentions a journey from a distant location and references her parents awaiting Christmas, with unclear details about distance and timing.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a committee will question C P Leader upon return next week to define his attitude toward the ovens Coriernieniy committee and related matters. The text is garbled and partially unreadable.
Victorian detective unit investigates a lottery forgery case with Chief Detective Nossle and a team of investigators. The probe targets the sale of forged tickets in the New South Wales area and seeks leads on those responsible.
A traffic inspector was killed in a city transit incident as trains, buses, and ferries faced disruption. Officials warned of ongoing dangers as emergency crews secured the scene and investigated the cause.
A hawker was arrested after police found two packets of cocaine in a shaded area near a market. The suspect faced trial and received a fine as part of the sentence.
A strike by students at the Agricultural College prompted a special inquiry led by President Kelis of the bacterial foods commission order. The plan was announced after a cabinet meeting and followed threats during a campus assembly with dispersal of students.
The Commonwealth Bank announced it will pay depositors in full from the Savings Park division, with full returns available in the old branch. Details on timing and procedures were outlined for customers in Lith.
A garbled OCR text fragment mentions a chairman and various indecipherable phrases. The readable parts provide no clear event, date, or identifiable organizations to summarize into a factual news item.
Unclear OCR text describes a strike near Harbor Bridge amid government salary reforms. Mentions tense labor action and pressure on authorities as workers protest conditions and pay. Details are garbled but the core event involves a strike affecting transportation infrastructure and public works.
Fragmentary report notes ceremony for a bridge opening named Barber Bridge. Text references a planned invitation and federal involvement, with unclear details on attendees and date. Confusing phrasing mentions passengers and a March event context.
In Queens a chaotic scene with multiple candidates and a disrupted polling depots caused delays in vote counting. Election officials and observers awaited a late official update as results and the Senate tally faced postponement amid disarray.
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