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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 24, 1922
Page
2
A lengthy public meeting discussed a proposed Saturday half holiday for the town and nearby areas. Deputation members warned against cutting the town off from neighbors in sporting fixtures while critics argued for economic and social benefits of the shorter workday.
The text discusses the impact of a Saturday half holiday on weekly business, noting potential losses of about £150 and the risk of widespread closures. It mentions traders near Arundel and the fatigue of workers, with debates on adopting a Saturday schedule and concerns about inconveniencing customers seeking water and services.
The fragmentary text mentions a trade or market theme with unclear names and places. It reads like a damaged OCR snippet with stray letters and incomplete phrases, limiting usable facts to a vague market reference and uncertain individuals.
Fragmentary OCR entry lists price movements for pelts including coarse crossbred, gramb chins, merino sheep, and others with many garbled phrases. Mentions shifts in weight classes, damaged pelts, and references to safety and handling terms, ending with unclear vendor notes.
An old discussion on foul breath notes its power to repel others and hinder social charm. The piece urges women to address the issue, links bad breath to digestive problems, and promotes Dr Morse’s cleansing remedy as a solution.
A jumbled OCR fragment lists items and brands such as Royal Show Melbourne and various beverages. It mentions Thornley Wilson Street and references drinks like ginger ale and lemon cordial, with unclear product names and quantities.
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