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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1939
Page
2
Fragmented OCR reads like a garbled report on wartime defence, recruitment pressures, and political figures. It mentions VIPs, claims of beatings, and references to organizations, campaigns, and a letter related to public issues, with names and places obscured by poor transcription.
An Adelaide express stunt on a Saturday led to a deadly aftermath as a man fell across a platform injuring 21 others. The deceased was identified as Michael Rosmey in early papers though confirmation awaited. The incident left several with gashes from a scouring blade and a crowded station scene under police investigation.
A blaze near Halls Gap destroyed property and wartime supplies as crowds gathered for the Brim meeting. Firefighters fought the flames after midnight, with reports of a child and several adults injured, and residents evacuated. Meanwhile a large horse racing program generated brisk activity at the Horsham club with vendors and a pool purchase.
An Australasian record notes Mereng WSOL milking event with a new price record at Fauncestoy woot on Saturday. A deadly fire in Denwell Hospital wing trapped a horse trainer and a family, with emergency crews and a large audience observing from Great Hall. Separate items cover wheat conservation petitions and a Jockey named A Rei winning the Hirtiam Cup before touring as an evangelist.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain addressing a crowd in Birmingham on a Saturday. He denounced partisan critics and warned that war would threaten democracy if not resisted by diplomacy and unity. Roosevelt reference appears, urging caution to avoid war.
Fragmentary report notes Barsoe set to fire Teeex Maat aah with Mr Feigtt forest officer in Sars. Masked Berost ramtered with members of the follow ete 73 at 2] Dewaiey mprert.
Fragmented report describes rebels releasing captives amid torture and executions. It cites a plane rocket tragedy, a prison housing 2000 crews, and death penalties imposed with unusual exchange. German and Italian air crews attacked during air raids as General Freman's lines hold east of Holongo and Nawreas.
London notes from the Perpigean correspondent of the Daily Telegraph describe refugees in dire conditions near Gerona and frontier towns. The account mentions ragged, starving refugees for days, blocked roads, wrecked vehicles, and a brutal toll on逃 danger.
Cable dispatch from Sunday describes Nationalist forces advancing from Barcelona toward Loyalist troops. Medical services attend thousands of abandoned militiamen as harbor conditions reveal devastation from bombings and fires. Loyalist prisoners endure harsh journeys toward Juich as separation of innocents from the valley is implied.
The Wall Spring of Mathhes Cate church held a farewell service for the Marge Congregation with sermons reflecting on faith and family. The Reverend Petherick led the evening talk from Hebrews and praised Christ as unchangeable, urging the community to cherish spiritual heritage and unity amid loss.
A local Frama Lawes Union society gathering at Mrs. D. Alsilersons home honored Mev. Ketherick for many years of dedicated service, especially during the depression era. President Marc Edmonds praised her sympathy to the afflicted, and members extended heartfelt best wishes as she departs.
Fragmented OCR reads like a local item involving Gable Salt and a maritime or anthem reference. Readable words point to a public notice or brief about a person or organization, with limited context and no clear actions or dates available.
Social column reports two weddings: Miirtel Esthen and Leonard Reed to be married at Stawell Baptist Church on February 18 at 4 30 pm, and Joann Mary Scott-Power to James Cameron-Porter in St David's Cathedral Hobart. The Hobart ceremony, led by Bishop R Snowdon Hay, featured ornate floral decor, cream and silver bride gown, and pink white bridesmaids attire, followed by a reception at Haikey's Hotel with about 170 guests.
In windy conditions at Savuriay amid gusts and flourishes, seeded players faltered while less favored rivals pushed through. Jack Russell won a singles event on a walkover from Dougal, Leo Schneider claimed the A grade title with tight net play, and Wettenhall Melke advanced in several divisions as tables of results show mixed form and budding juniors making marks.
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