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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1940
Page
2
The report lists June rainfall across regions with measurements and comparisons to last year. It mentions showers and forecast conditions for various states, plus community events and acknowledgments tied to local sponsors and organizers.
A late 19th or early 20th century column lists prices for various provisions and goods including marmotine, tea, meats, and staples in Horsham. The notice references auction lots, depots, and municipal oversight, noting expected sales and potential adjustments to supplies and rates. Names, places, and figures appear in fragmented OCR form, with emphasis on cost and procurement dynamics.
Fragmentary death notices list names and kin with unclear details. Obituary lines mention family relations and locations but are largely unreadable, offering few concrete facts beyond a few scattered names and dates.
Fragmentary OCR item mentions venues training stepete and Army Service Cory. refers to examinations of permits, medical or military topics, and international figures. Readable names and places are minimal. overall content is garbled and unclear.
A fragmented report describes a vehicle incident with a driver slightly injured. The legible text mentions the crash in a street setting and alludes to bystander reactions and potential authorities responding.
A group of youths and Presbyterians assisted at the Wieke- Htowpltat on Saturday for an informal gardening project. Under Mr Wy IR Bowater leadership they prepared soil, planted vegetables, and discussed continuing help to grow more produce for hospital needs amid national appeals.
The steamship on the Ballarat line faced calamity with extensive damage described amid a report of the German freight of ore. The piece touches on rail and port disruptions, counting costs and broader wartime impacts, including statements from officials about regulation and transport strains.
The report cites an assault case and a hospital cheque of £400 tied to a carnival fundraiser. It notes hospital needs at Moti East and mentions an annual meeting and charity appeals. Local market report lists poultry and produce prices with varied figures and items.
Ford Motor Company executive Henry Ford announces full support for U S war aims and defence production. He urges adherence to national lines, praising allied nations and detailing plant roles in Australia Canada Britain and other countries. The statement outlines production goals and the unity of industry for homeland defense.
An official report notes the death of Daveral con Friteeh in a violent incident during a disrupted U'srondien event. The circumstances involve a plane diverted by Ale Sambal Hale Malley and four Vibe members, with investigations ongoing at the general headquarters in Toudon.
A partially recorded Air Ministry briefing lists civilian deaths and injuries from air raids over several Midlands towns and southern England. Bombing near Bristol Channel and scattered strikes caused damage with three fatalities and multiple injuries.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe German planes over England and British forces responding to air activity during a wartime context. Names, places, and precise details are unclear due to transcription errors.
Britons bombers continued patrols over France, Holland and Germany. Heavy damage reported to chemical factories, marshalling yards, canal traffic, and aerodromes. Coastal command attacked Willemsoord and adjacent depots to hit facilities and supply depots. returns noted. One machine did not retire from North Sea patrol duty.
A damaged report describes Romanian and German holdings captured. A German general and goods reportedly seized as forces clashed along the Prot River, with losses for the Austro Hungarian side and Russian reinforcements crossing into the contested area. Reports mention Hulls and bridges seized and various troop movements, with lingering confusion over who held which territories.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions an almanac, a wyrm calendar, and a list of unreadable terms. It references names, dates, and locations, but the text is largely indecipherable and contains numerous misreads and nonsensical phrases.
A collection of obituaries and community notices from Stawell and surrounding areas. Highlights include tributes to Hector Comtable Sloan and James Beale, details of funerals for Patricia Wong, Margaret Stephens, and Elles Dally, and references to local civic events, church activities, and education department correspondence. The items mention Warracknabeal families, Box Hill Cemetery burial, and regional society roles.
A collection of obituaries from Hore aml Tlakket and Horsham area detailing the deaths of multiple residents. Profiles mention family connections, years, and burial details with notes on spouses, children, and funeral conductors. The notices reference local churches and the Hor shh Desbytery and note survivors across extended families.
The Porter star advances into 33 motion pictures and radio programs. He has phonograph successes with Fours he in My Blue Heaven and Live Mountain Blues. He also hosts stage performances and screen appearances, delivering witty shockers and popular tunes.
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