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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1939
Page
3
A fragment discusses a British government position toward the Far East, referencing embassies and potential actions. It mentions reservations about existing treaties and possible changes in policy in response to regional events and negotiations, with emphasis on economic and political implications.
Fragmentary text discusses nationalism, history teaching, and abolition of separate histories. Mentions Wells and a call for a unified, consistent global history, with critique of current schooling and national narratives. The piece reflects a historical pamphlet or essay style about education and cultural history.
The report lists Mr John Kennily of the Sydney Ranging Company, a trustee at a midlands hospital, and Mr J. G. Comures stepping down after 34 years as headteacher of Orion State School. It mentions Mr Wy Tool visiting Horsham and officials from the Bartabool Shire Council and Forshaw Post Office, noting transfers and promotions in local duties.
The engagement is announced of Ellie Flick, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Bea J Flick of Pimpinlo, to Gouttres Eawaril, eldest son of Mr and Mrs C E Mars of Losil Street, Murran.
Elina Jane Kilpatrick wife of Georges Kilpatrick of Span Hah Dneeyend ywan died aged BL years at her son's residence on Ashivorh street Albert Park She was eldest daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Alesandey Bintowle and sister to Mrs PL J Ralpatenek of Nhill She leaves a widower six sons and four daughters.
Forester Motors advertises deeply discounted used cars including 1939 models and older. Listings mention Chevrolet and Dodge vehicles with cash prices, registration, and quick sale appeals. Also notes motorcycle and roadster options with inspections and test drives.
Goroke race meet held at Pleasant Bare arse drew fair crowds but bush fire threat cut attendance. Yaapeet rider K Fisher dominated events with four wins and one runner up, secretarial duties by J Rice, and F G Robertson presiding. Tote shows a Busy program with Mack and Hospital Handicap results and a Rainbow Cup money event set for January 30 Australia Day weekend.
Horsham club schedules a section meeting with enthusiastic participants and a full programme of races. Prizes total around £100 with cash rewards and medals noted. event includes flying handicap and mile heats. The meeting takes place on Saturday February 4 with entries and notices to members.
At Ealimna Park Club, fair attendance marked a Saturday croquet competition. Win by Sts with a 7B count while Miss Arnall gained top honours in a separate pile croquet contest. Robt Smith noted as a winner in a later match amid terrace prizes.
The piece describes the Wimmera championship to be held Saturday with anglers competing for 4 sanction entries and 27 for neuulia and 17 for women and junior members. It notes a trout theme and mentions Warwicklinbea District Anglers Club's past perch catch and inquiries into river waters suitability.
Readout lists multiple tennis pairings and scores from Natimokt events. Names include Hyde, Brown, Mir, Watts, McKenzie, Miller, Miller, McKensie, Diller, Kroker, and others with scores such as 10-7 and 8-7 across several matches.
An unnamed correspondent reports on a defence briefing mentioning Australian and British air forces. The text notes tensions and questions about engagement plans and signals concern over operations and strategic stance. Details are obscured by OCR errors but preserve reference to air force cooperation and potential exercises.
Fragmented ad copy shows multiple names and items including needles, gowns, and fabrics. It references Wynne & Son and Wilson Street with various prices and offerings. The garbled text suggests a local ad page listing goods, services, and notices without coherent structure.
A noisy entry from Horsham Race Club lists purses and stakes for February 1 with details on classes, allowances, and conditions. It describes races such as the Moremass Cup handicap, a distance handicap trot, and a Welter Handicap with weights and nominations closing on a specified date, naming officials and entries.
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