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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 10, 1950
Page
3
The Ambulance Sub-Committee noted the ambulance traveled 267 miles in November, bringing the year to date mileage to 9 miles. The report records mileage totals and references related tire and service details found in the November entries.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a pipe band uniform fund with a small amount raised and mentions uniforms, ties, and park references. Names and exact details are unclear due to garbled text. The item appears to be a local community appeal or notice about funding for pipe band attire and related costs.
A record number of agricultural societies joined this season's crop competitions in the Wimmera. Judges have completed the assessment, with many entries demonstrating strong yields and quality across diverse categories. The event highlighted regional talent, collaboration, and the growing interest in crop evaluation.
The Victorian Decentralisation League backs inland killing to improve meat quality and reduce stress on stock. President Mr. R E Charles cites long journeys and rough handling at metropolitan abattoirs, arguing buyers should visit the sheep rather than transporting animals. He notes 17 percent return to country markets and supports inland centres despite past city opposition.
Veterinary officers advise sprinkling bluestone mixed with fine sand to form 125 pounds of mixture per acre on suspected snail infestations. Apply around swampy areas from October onward when young fluke emerge. Reapply periodically as effectiveness lasts about a week.
Australian school children donate books pencils chalk ink and exercise books to war damaged Southeast Asian schools under a UNESCO plan. Donors include Clovelly Public School Bolwarra Public School Weer Maithamd Methodist Ladies College Elsternwick and Kilkivan State School. Contributions can be sent to the Commonwealth Office of Education.
The article recalls the 1856 catastrophe on Last Island in the Gulf of Mexico near New Orleans. Wealthy summer residents faced a violent hurricane, rising seas, and wrecked homes, leaving over 200 dead as the island was abandoned and later haunted only by ruined foundations.
Queensland era farming note cites A C T Hewitt Victorian official endorsing bucket feeding until five to six months, or four and a half months with good growth if pood feed available. He advises good meadow or lucerne hay to supplement pasture and specifies daily hay intakes for calves and heifers to sustain growth across winter and early spring.
The complete British television transmitting set, packed in portable suitcase units, was shown in Washington attracting strong interest. Americans praised the picture clarity and tone range, with one maker estimating 15 percent lower cost than comparable American equipment. The 525 line system is set for a nationwide tour beginning at 10 AM.
Mr H Tucker of the Victorian Department of Agriculture warns that cow pox spreads readily during milking. Infection raises temperature and reduces milk for 4 to 7 days, followed by pustular lesions on teats and udders. Young cows are most susceptible. proper milking hygiene and isolation reduce the risk of mastitis and transmission to calves.
Practical guidance for hikers includes walking facing traffic, using right side, walking in pairs or small groups, moving off road to let motorists pass, staying on main trails, avoiding unknown plants, heeding warnings about snakes, watching steps in tall grass and marshy ground, and not poking heads into holes or burrows.
Advertisements unclassified present several offers including a 1938 Buick Sedan, a 1935 Fargo two ton truck, a 1928 Buick Utility, and a Plymouth Luxe with 47 000 miles. Items boast complete reconditioning, faultless mechanics, and typical contact details for Horsham Murton and Charles Motors.
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