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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 05, 1932
Page
4
Market listings show wheat at 2/7 per bushel in Hor sham with other commodities like maize onions and butter recorded. Melbourne council reports warn recipients of relief money may be required to work to repay funds, and a water committee discussion is to be submitted for council action.
In loving memory of Hill Dunn who died July 4 1925 with a sister and brother in law Nell and Arthur Dunn expressing daily remembrance. Also noting Whittweed who passed July 4 1938 with family inserts from parents and siblings. Also a tribute to Heather William who died on July 4 with heartful thoughts from relatives.
A blustery spell grips the region with rain and cold winds for several days. Forecasters warn of lingering drizzle, chilly temperatures, and a damp period as a cold front pushes through.
A horse spooked a spring cart on a rural road, throwing the driver clear and injuring a passenger. Witnesses say the horse bolted and reared, pulling the cart off course into a near pond. Paramedics tended the injured while a bystander restrained the animal. The incident is under local inquiry with no further details available.
A motor truck travelling slowly hit a stump near Hor Sar watchful of Patrick Kelly. The collision, described in crude OCR, notes the vehicle loaded with wood and mentions a Deong south foal moar Mp AL Aemutt erm. No serious injuries reported.
A two day show was approved at a Morahan Agricultural Society meeting. The committee considered safety conditions and postponed earlier plans. Mr Winslowgate moved the motion, seconded by Mr Crosstey, with a vote to proceed as opinion noted.
Mtss G Lamb, secretary of Murtoa Hospital Committee, forwarded funds to Horsham District Base Hospital. The donation exceeds last year, boosted by a fundraising ball and the support of residents.
Agricultural officials were elected at a Horsham meeting with Latrmonth as president and D. L. Bades and W. R. Dahlenburé as officers. A technical committee was proposed to study sewerage works and concrete issues. Donations were noted for show prizes, including a silver cup donated by Crono Fretiliners and the Arm of WAL Blake.
A garbled Horham Axmcuttures Society report outlines a contested sale and delayed notices. It references Langlands & Sons Pty Ltd and a last day of July 15. Borough Council discussions center on providing work and compliance with specifications. A telephone message suggests Mears v Anglion involvement and Horsham Bricks demand.
A social gathering faced a rough start due to poor planning by the committee appointed to boost the membership of the Hoseden Agricultural Society. Efforts to attract fresh members were discussed by representatives from different areas as part of a drive to restore the rolls.
A committee of the Homstorm Agricultural Society met on Friday with voices backing a suitable delegate for Ottawa and farmers’ issues. The Ottawa customs minister was targeted in a telegram push while films at HAM Theatre included The Cheat and Compromised with stars Funny Ward, Tallulah Bankhead, and Juliette Compton amid a busy week of showings and news.
The Horsham Society reports a sparse attendance and welcomes an honorary member. Finances of the branch were deemed satisfactory, and the main act had to forfeit its engagement due to difficulties in selecting a tent. The meeting planned carpet howls for the next session and included an instructional talk on "The Victory."
Rear opportunity to obtain either full frock or coat at very low prices. Large selection of dates 19 choose from, all greatly reduced. Items viewed at Fire brace street. Phone 478-iAdrt.
A fire report describes a burned wheel and a woman believed to be involved in a frail incident. Authorities investigate the clue as investigators seek the truth behind the blaze and the identity of the wan person connected to the event.
ORSHAM MARKET REPORT notes prices on poultry fruit and vegetables with various per unit costs. Also reports Clare Behulte of Mura sustaining a broken rib in a motor crank incident at a local event, likened to a past similar mishap.
A 16 year old girl in Sydney suffered a painful accident when her hair was caught in the belting of a large sewing machine at a show fete. She screamed for help and bystanders stopped the machine, but the hair remained caught and some remains were pulled free.
Vague OCR notes describe Queensland and West Australia contests. Mentions a Nationalist candidate winning a seat and Labour struggles. References unclear names, numbers, and dates, with scattered figures like 400 and 17 amid disjointed phrases.
Letters from Victorian poultry bodies reveal Ballarat Poultry Society refusing to affiliate with the Central Council. The debate includes parallels with other societies such as Kaniva and Heywood, while a Ballarat inquiry questions the council’s required affiliation. A separate court case reports a theft at a Williamstown dance where supper baskets were stolen, with a 15 year old charged and witnesses examined.
A jumbled report notes a debt dispute over an unsettled payment and legal threats, with council deliberations and calls to seize assets. It mentions a dope and registration denial, plus a postponed decision and higher prices for a local lamb sale organized by W Blark of Cariayn with sales at Wanittom Corpirstion yards.
Ambiguous OCR note describes Miss Amy Jobwson visiting Mull to pull cup for the lord wast. The event, which was prefiied with a maner given by Mig Johaan Ny Hidwey, aimed at distributing items to children on the castun of her solu Bight ty Attralia. The gift will be fundaned ome Subp fur stepts ne herr iste among Mull children.
An excerpt discusses Australias view of London influence and the Times dominant voice, noting how Australian readers and leaders gauge Britain’s impact on the empire. It reflects on renewal, recovery, and the bond within the Commonwealth as it considers future roles and relationships.
In Bread Street, St Mildreds in Bread Street Chapel recalls early ties between England and Australia during a memorial day in January. The article notes St Mildred’s history, Milton’s birthplace nearby, and Shelley’s marriage at St Mildred’s church, along with the local memory of past events in London.
A fragmentary account from the Ararat Advertioen describes wanton destruction in a garden. It cites vandals damaging a purple magnolia plant and uprooting roots, causing extensive harm to the yard and expressing concern over similar mischief in the community.
A 19th century trade brief discusses shifting wool measures from bales to pounds and weighing methods. It stresses prudent adoption, calls for tighter money control, and notes potential wage impacts and price changes if lighter bales are used or if pounds become standard for movement and payment.
Commonwealth Statistician reports April to May price shifts across states with Victoria and New South Wales marking small declines while meat prices stay steady. Versus April, overall consumer costs eased slightly in May as some items like potatoes and bread fell in most towns. Victorian stores recorded May prices at TOY and 74 for two time points.
The report recounts a long string of curious notes about dogs and animals, including the loyalty of a famous dog at White Cliffs, a digging dog’s instinct to alert owners, and a tale of a dog guiding hunters. The piece blends scientific curiosity with sensational animal anecdotes from the era.
A fragmented aged text references patriotic mobilization, government appeals, and wartime policy, mentioning Exchequer officials and discussions on repayment routes. It appears as a garbled wartime transcription with numerous distorted phrases and names, lacking clear event dates or outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR describes Japan floods causing damage and evacuations. Confusing text mentions people unnamed and places unclear, with references to storms and rising water. Government and responders are hinted at, but exact locations and figures are not readable.
Fragmentary OCR text references an alleged offense involving a young girl. Details are unreadable and scattered, with many garbled terms and unclear names. The readable portions do not establish a clear incident, location, or date.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses a tribute to Briand, mentions a plea for farewell and a formal note from a sender to Briand. The garbled lines reference philosophical or political themes, with unclear names and places, reflecting a damaged historical document.
The French government stalls on a sweeping economic bill as factions clash over spending provisions and parliamentary strategy. Radical socialists and other groups push for policy concessions while ministers seek a compromise to advance the measure.
The report recalls farewell scenes on the road as The Paper Legate departs. Names Thublén and Seamer appear in fragmented form amid notes of MTL durety Memethks lam and related details.
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