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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 10, 1941
Page
3
Citizens gathered Tuesday for a public celebration marking a victory and paying homage to patriot young leaders. Mayor presided as speakers highlighted progress, with performances, music, and speeches drawing wide attention along the street.
The town mayor speaks on the costs and meaning of victory in wartime, praising Australian enlistment and sacrifice from 1900 onward. He highlights courage in facing crises, mentions Gallipoli and other battles, and urges continued support and unity for freedom. The speech emphasizes national youth, gratitude, and resolve to uphold the war effort despite hardships.
Fragmented OCR voice recalls Allied resolve during air raids. Canon Been waiting for copies, praising Dunkirk era courage. Spearhead mourns fallen, vows unity with Britain and Commonwealth, urging support for postwar peace efforts.
A patriotic concert featured "Soldiers of the King" and "Come Home" as local musicians performed a stirring program. The audience warmed to wartime songs and recitations, led by Mr Ken Davidson and Miss Bevellzy Tunn, with strong community support and echoes of national sentiment.
Fragmented war brief notes aerial actions and ground raids with unclear dates. Mention of Greek advance and RAF raids destroying stores and machinery. Prisoners reported along with naval actions and civilian casualties. overall combat activity appears widespread across multiple theaters.
Fragmented notice lists requests for quilts and related items with garbled names and scattered phrases. Mentions Holy Communion, St Andrews Press, and local notices. Unclear details but indicates a small-town classifieds item seeking quilts and related goods.
Fragmented rental notice describes a living space in a shared house with renovations and blinds. Mentions address 108 Bailie Street and a person or agent Hiwey Gales. Provides sparse details about availability and contact for application.
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