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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 10, 1936
Page
2
The fragment references wheat trade terms and rates with partial figures. It mentions Cape and Malte amid a noisy garble of numbers and abbreviations. The readable parts point to agricultural or shipping shorthand without a coherent event.
Fragmented text discusses an inquiry into banking practices and proposed reforms. It references the Royal Commission, Commonwealth Bank relations, and potential new powers, with mentions of Australia and the United States context and calls for evidence from witnesses. The wording is garbled but centers on financial policy and commission recommendations.
The narrative describes Bradman’s influence in a Perth era clash between South Australia and Victoria, detailing his expected omnipotence with bat and stroke play. The piece notes crowd size around 18 000 and praises his form while outlining the challenge of surpassing past limits in the Shield contest.
Weather disruptions hinder harvests and cropping progress as unusual conditions sweep multiple counties. Farmers report stalled yields and delayed field work with forecasts hinting at continued cold and wet spells that could worsen crop outlooks. Local reports record variable impacts on wheat and other staples, with advisors urging protective measures and cautious planning for upcoming operations.
An unclear clipping mentions a dentist and a person named Thomas with dates and times. It references a long day and evening schedule with Saturday and Tuesday notes. It lists names like Susan, Volancine Myuen, John Astuen Bin, Norman and Wald.
The Hurinam Police Court heard a case about driving on the wrong side of the road with fines noted. A detailed theatre listing follows with Wallace Ford and Miss Marshly in productions, plus other acts and local entertainment at Norsam Theatre tonight and upcoming shows.
Historical police case unfolds at Doorn Honing with a constable and King Meester in court. A ride by bicycle and a public disturbance at 10 pm on December 4th lead to a claim of a fine of 18 shillings.
The report notes a slow wool market in Sydney with limited buyer interest and weak inquiry. Buyers evaluated selections while prices hovered below earlier expectations, with limited demand from Britain and France and Germany, as opposed to Christmas sales and shipments.
A report from Horsham details charges against William Cole and Mary Cale for an alleged vehicular incident at a railway station. Court testimony described suspicious lighting and conflicting statements as investigators pursued the truth behind the scene.
An unreadable OCR fragment hints at a conference meeting in April and a possible alignment between groups SODA and GOW with members discussing a party and ministry. Names and places are unclear due to corruption.
Describes Melbourne migrants traveling to Ararat and beyond for seasonal work. Young laborers walk long routes, face sparse food provisions, and negotiate long rail and road trips across rural Victoria. Competing motives mix resilience with uncertainty.
Clarence A Taterper and Taherare faced two Licensing Act charges at Bull FaMG Muth Fiske. The men, caught at 10 85 p m December 1, were found with beer while the licensee allegedly stood at the door. Witnesses described observed discrepancies and questioned the travellers’ intent.
Fragmentary OCR text shows varied references to public works, excursions, vermin destruction, and highway planning across Australian localities. It lists officers, towns, and dates in a garbled form, with mentions of January railway excursions, February vermin campaigns, and state highway concerns connected to local government and infrastructure.
A fragmentary Horsham C. I. S. report covers a weekly meeting on Tweeday night presided by President A. Newtooh Mtr. af. Mays discusses cricket matches with the Mercantiles and Pootbellers, hospital at Christmas, excursion to the Bea, and the Next meeting. Also notes on the Wheat crop, a railway yard incident, fines for unregistered dogs, and the East West express disruption due to heavy rains affecting passenger and goods trains.
Cattle, sheep, and lambs sold in Ballarat yards after holidays with keen demand for prime bullocks and steers while secondary stock remained common. Prices ranged from £0 7 to £28 for various grades, and lambs showed mid to high quality with some ready for sale before Christmas. Meanwhile court cases in Brisbane and Sydney involved identity disputes and alleged theft linked to local businessmen, with investigations and mixed outcomes.
Unclear OCR text reports a seamen strike weakening support and mentions unions in multiple areas. References 20 and 69 counts, 130 workers employed, and names that appear garbled. Overall context suggests labor action impacting employment.
The readable fragments mention Broadgbasting High School programmes and a schedule hint with music and events. Names like Huncheon Beeston appear, with scattered numbers and times, plus references to a market and a 1920 Witch's Tale.
Delegates met amid rumors over boy transfers and possible roster changes. The group discussed alleged interleague dealings and clarified reasons behind refunds, with emphasised hopes for stronger reserves and upcoming signings to bolster the Mid-Wimmera club.
Coroner opens inquest into death of Luly Marchéal 58 and Giacomo Tote 40 after human bones are found near Lilydale. Witness Henry Richards explains discovering charred clothing and remains, with suspects offering bribes to hide the body. Additional testimonies describe farm activity and a possible murder plot.
A notice outlines services at Dove and Longerenong College with Mr A J Bincke as preacher at the Horatiiols runtytertan Card on Sunday. Mr FL Price will conduct the service listed by members of the Pallowskie while ENT services are produced at Prume South Saluruz and East Wonwondah.
In page text, teams for tomorrow feature mixed players with unclear spellings from England and Canberra. The note mentions nudist rituals, a Canberra colony, and a lighted spotlight, with references to officials and possible social controversy surrounding events and venues.
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