Fragmented notes from Friday city sports roundup
Scattered report describes wind affected play and unclear results. Weather worsened with rain and misty conditions as teams faced adverse conditions in Halardas and surrounding venues.
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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1939
Page
2
Marmet and Horsham notes on local industry and drought
A fragment covers Marmet and Horsham matters, noting George Tatnlands firm in Melbourne era, local church and factory sites, and shifting workshop locations. It mentions a heat wave impacting crops, orchards, and fruit trees, with Parrotts found dead under pear trees and concerns over orchard damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Jyhoe
Heed
Harley i Keulish
Wuting
Omchard
Cape
Tiavoe
Mates
St. Potatems
Tynaptome
Dane
Aia
Wheat Price Move in Horsham Market
A Horsham market note reports a modest change in the wheat price amid trading activity. No large shifts were observed as buyers and sellers monitored the day’s quotations and demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horsham
Unclear Health Update From Wentoy Hospital
Fragmentary note reports Mary Trotters at Wentoy Hospital with others named Samedas Jw and Mire Rox Warns Sort. Text remains garbled but indicates some individuals are described as well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sirtay Atys
Mary Trotters
Wentoy Hospital
Samedas
Amd
Mire
Rox
Sort Jaa Se
Ali Hos
Fires threaten lives as community aids struggle with aftermath
Reports describe a large fire that endangered residents while responders and volunteers, including theater staff and local agencies, coordinated relief. Evacuations, property damage, and a call for donations and support dominated the scene as authorities assessed safety and began recovery efforts.
Unwelcome Visitor At Ice Works Disturbs Harsh Winter
An unwelcome visitor disrupted Horstane Wer Works during last week's severe weather as thieves sought fry sacks, burying in straw near a packing area. An employee startled a man lurking inside a crate and restrained him until guards arrived to remove him. Police reported the incident appeared connected to target at Devon port. a vigilante chase followed the thief’s escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Ehuinig
Devon
Child suffers sudden ailment on ride after dinner
Mr and Mim Freeman of tris paen report their daughter Dobe complained of colors before her eyes after dinner. She grew faint and was placed in the car for transport to Horsham where a doctor was summoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mim. F. Freeman
Tris Paen
Dobe
Horsham
Petrol Wagon Crash Near Stawell Causes Wide Spillage
A petrol wagon overturned on the Western highway near the overhead bridge at Stawell on Wednesday. The truck dumped 44 gallon drums, scattering petrol along the roadway. The driver, Mr J Memelsigh of Beulah, escaped severe injury as the vehicle was badly damaged but did not collapse the bridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andi
Stawell
J. Memelsigh
Beulah
Wild Australia Outlaws On Bendigo Rodeo Circuit
A chaotic relic of Australian rodeo lore tells of the outlaw Rocky Ned and famed riders like Thorpe, Handley, and the Queensland star. The Melbourne Centenary event drew Americans, offering £100 to throw riders, while 1900s showmanship and motorized fare dominated the lawn attractions with bucking, acrobatics, and trapeze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocky Ned
Thorpe Bicnastli
Wileow Bolton
Ae Tormr
Hamilton
Firebrace Ubreeta
Australia
Orion
Bingara
Touma Broncbrius
Ami
Handley
Shawna
Sydney
Melbourne
America
Thorpe
Onville
Ned
Billy
Adimtasiog
Horsham Ice Club Annual Meeting Notice
Fragmentary notice indicates Horsham Ice Club holds its annual meeting in February. It lists dates around January 34 and references Thomas Yonpe and a corporation yards, with a publican’s rights and procedural notes for the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hacheont
Horsham Icehu ‘Nual
Mesaes
Thomas Yonpe & UN
the Corporation Yards My
Peiday
Sydney film sold to United States and praised abroad
New York critics laud the Australian film Orphan of the Wilderness also titled Wild Innocence in America. An independent company buys the film for U S release while a Bendigo donor plans gifts to nurses and hospital after a drought relief effort. Ballarat factory shutdowns and drought relief measures affect operations and workers.
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New York
Praing
America
de Belmont Theatre
Daily News
Australia
Chota
Bumsman Tx
Virphan
Wildergese
Gira Cinesound
Horsham Volunteers Battle Bush Fire Relief Effort
A bush fire near Horsham drew urgent SOS calls from Ararat superintendent J Beattie. Horsham police and mayor Dr L Bowden mobilized volunteers, fire brigades, and two hundred men to battle heat and flames, saving about 19 houses as the town fought through the night and into Saturday.
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J. Beattie
Ararat
Horsham
O'Brien
L. Bowden
A. RB. Watts
Clowes
J. F. Slater
Horeham
Bird
Jett
Ampresiegas
A. B Watts
Ares
Gap
Amd
Hersham
Grampians Bush Fire Threatens Towns and Orchards
Volunteers from Horsham aided a massive blaze across the Grampians region last week. The inferno ripped through orchards properties and schools from Bam to Mafeking, with fire fronts spanning dense timber and posing danger to lives and homes. Firefighters, warned by loud bells and nightly broadcasts, rushed to Borough Huts and Pomonsi roads near Stawell racecourse amid shifting winds and breaking outbreaks.
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Veaeen
Grampians Mountains
Bam
Grampians
From 'S Cap
Mafeking
Grefend
Fire relief praised as volunteers aid Wesday fire
Mayor L Bowden appealed on AWY station for volunteers and transport for the firefighters. Citizens provided provisions and the supply was flown to the town reservoir. Concentrated work repaired the damage and the supply was restored.
Tragic Fire Injures Hills Gap Family
Eric Habel his wife and three sons were stranded near Hall's Gap when a trailer tyre blew out. A fire crossed the road burning the children and Mrs Habel's clothing. They were rushed to Stawell Hospital with serious burns and shock. The eldest son Rex died later, others are critical or recovering in hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eric Habe
Hill
Hall's Gap
Stawell ‘Hospital
Eric
Pomonal Fire Ravages Orchards and Homes in District
A destructive wildfire swept Pomonal and surrounding areas destroying orchards, storage sheds, and homes including the post office and school. Dozens of men narrowly escaped, sought refuge in orchards, and later battled the flames with water buckets to save lives and property.
Clergyman Leads Prayer Amid Terrifying Rescue
A terrified party of rescuers and refugees endured a wildfire in Gr Hans country. A clergyman offered prayers as flames menaced a mill area and a 30 mile journey to safety exposed refugees to collapsing trees and burning roads. Five people died as fires raged and strong winds drove destruction.
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Wien
Gr. Hans
Punkeld
Sill
Jese Theresewera
Wits
Feo
Three Horsham Men and Melbourne Students Escape Fires
The article recounts fires near Horsham and Hall's Gap. Three Horsham youths camping near Hall's Gap helped fight the blaze with volunteers and firebreaks, guiding others to safety. Several homes in Pomonal South and nearby areas were burned despite efforts. a few residents saved some buildings.
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Bewiy Trevan
Itves
Qby
Wat Hage
Pomonal South
Moystem
Want
Memrn B
D. McDonald
G. Mcerger
B. Eckhardt
Victor Matar
A. Byrne
Houass
Ingetl
Wheeler
Banfield
Morten
Bolton
Astoria Park
Mrsare A. Shaw
W. Clarke
J. 4. Besith
Road Closed by CRB Near Hall's Gap for Tourists
The 1 CHB closes the road from Hall's Gap to Wartook until an examination is completed. This action aims to protect tourists and other travelers while assessments are conducted.
Narrow Escape of Firefighting Crew in Wind Shift
A party at eleven men on Country Road Bonch was trapped by sudden wind changes near Ramereon's saw mill. They man aged to retreat through Movston district without harm after burning gaps to cover their retreat. Trevan couple, salvaging papers, escaped with a small cash box. Mrs Trevan suffered shock and burns but was discharged from hospital.
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Mrst
Stawell
Borough Hut
Fortuna
Grampians
Pomonsi
Rocka
Wen
Great Western
Horsham
Melbourne University
R. Watts
Baker
K. Baker
Hall's Gap
Taylor
Stowel
Sanderson
Uwe
Evler
Sue B
Bonch
Ramereon
Waw
Movston
Treva Mucke
Wildfire Refugees Seek Safety in Concrete Culverts
A small party, guided by a clergyman, fled through concrete culvert pipes about 18 inches in diameter as flames neared their homes. They sheltered while fire passed overhead, then escaped to a mill seven miles away where the damage was estimated at £8000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howe
Tien Mall
Moyston Resident Charles Cattanach Dies in Bush Fire
A Moyston district man about 50 years old named Charles Cattanach perished in a bush fire while protecting his sheep. His charred body and that of his dog were found on his property Saturday morning. An inquest opened Saturday evening and was adjourned. The fire reportedly overtook him while he attempted to safeguard stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Cattanach
Moyston
Western District Fire Ravages Land and Stock
Destructive fire across the Western district near Hamilton devastated large areas and damaged several properties. Firefighters faced fierce gales and long hours, with landholders counting thousands in losses and volunteers aiding amid harsh conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton
Fire From Black Ranges Reaches Cherrypool Area
A renewed blaze from the Black Ranges crossed the Glenelg River and neared Brimpaen and Cherrypool. The fire damaged fencing and property, burning six sheep and causing 30 missing, with 80 sheep escaping death. beehives were destroyed as smoke drove bees from hives. About 30 residents helped keep the fire controlled with reinforcements expected Sunday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Ranges
Telangatuk
Glenelg
Brimpaen
Henty Highway
Cherrypool
Sernle
Frances Town Saved From Border Fire Threat
A scrub fire near Bordertows erupted three weeks ago and spread toward Frances town. Volunteers joined Goroke Brigade to battle the advancing blaze, which crossed the border and burned about 70 square miles of wheat hay and sheep country before being checked by a shift in wind and Sunday showers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances
Fire Traps 73 Year Old William House in Home
A wire service report from Gar correspondent states William House, age 73, was trapped by a fire that swept his home on Saturday. Firefighters battled the blaze, with injuries not yet reported. The cause remains under investigation.
Former Nat Res resident survived blaze at Natimuk mill
The article recounts a deadly fire at a Natimuk area mill. The sole survivor, Mr. Fore, recalls escaping with a soaked blanket as flames consumed the building. Families mourn the loss of the couple and their three children. funeral services are planned at Natimuk Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
el Wien
Mr. Fore
Yellad
Baller House
Gladigau
Mim
Howe
Natimek Cemetery
Gladigu
August Gladifou
Lolses Gladigan
Natimuk
Basil
Vere
Arthur
Quamtunz
Louis Prank Netimuk
Mansfield
A. F Weight & Song
Bush Fire Relief Appeal Urges Local Donations
A letter from Loy Alapor urges immediate public support for bush fire victims. Nine miners have offered to contribute and donations may be left at the Town Council office or the library is to acknowledge receipts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiluc
Tre Hiesham Times
Alapor
Bolden
Apa
Shaw
Relief fund total climbs amid local efforts
A rough report notes a relief fund sum near six thousand five hundred dollars raised through community efforts led by local volunteers. The figure reflects donations gathered in the weeks surrounding a major appeal and supports ongoing aid activities coordinated by regional agencies.
Ballarat Fire Wipes Out Vast Ballarat Reserve Plantations
Vast destruction sweeps Ballarat district after Friday tremor and fire devastates the Ballarat Welter Commission reserves at Gongo and Leh Creek. Officials estimate losses could exceed 108,000 with the aqueduct segment between Beale and Kirke destroyed and thousands of trees burned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasa
Ballarat
Gongo
Leh Creek
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