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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 06, 1934
Page
5
Yesterday's selling prices for provisions in Harham stores include butter cheese flour and sugar with various brands and unnamed items. The list shows mixed pricing and packaging details, indicating a busy wholesale level snapshot.
Market listing shows Methopelle Thoresay Wheat prices at 2 shillings per hundredweight and 2 pounds 5 shillings to 2 pounds 4 shillings for Cape, with maize and potatoes at several pound ranges. Wheat price in Horsham noted at 23 pence per bushel, reflecting regional pricing.
By July 5 a son was born to Mr and Mrs Ed Keal of Horsham at Abbotsleigh Seivete Hospital.
In memory notices speak of loss and remembrance for family members including mothers, brothers, sisters, and friends. The text lists names such as Vera and Martie and references emotional reflections on departed loved ones, with lines about absence and enduring affection across generations.
Municipalities across the state welcome a move by the State Government to obtain parliamentary power for councils to provide landing grounds for aircraft. Officials from the Commonwealth Government and aviation bodies have urged this, arguing landing fields are essential for air travel safety and regional development.
The official forecast indicates fine weather in the northwest with generally calm conditions yesterday. Elsewhere a few showers are expected, with westerly winds veering eastwards and fair weather developing toward the Penn region.
Walter Snaith of Green Lake inspecting a petrol tank in fog when a following truck driven by Joseph Rovebone of Kuanger struck his vehicle. The impact injured Mr Kaeohone with hip and thigh injuries. Mr Smith continued to Green Lake and reported the accident at Horsham Molhee Station.
At the Hor sham Town Council June meeting the Town Clerk, W T Pryor, reported a letter from the Public Health Commission on fire prevention regulations for theatres. The council debated enforcement and proposed banning smoking in the main hall except on smoke nights, with ante rooms allowed. Mayor C Barnes supported the move as a remedy to objectionable smoke during demonstrations.
At the Horsham town council monthly session Mayor Dr. J. Karnes reported street litter from gardens and ragtime debris along Robinson Street. He noted jam tins near crossings and drains with worm diggers left exposed. The inspector is overburdened but promised publicity of citizen complaints.
At a Horsham Town Council meeting a transfer from Wimmetta Shire to Horsham Town was discussed for Remian row and Urquhart streets as the shire held titles. The Town Clerk and solicitor worked to tidy records, with street titles now to be put in order. A separate Ler shaw council session mentioned plans to erect a drovers’ shelter and related road work issues.
At the Herston Town Council monthly session a wireless branch letter listed interference-causing machines. The council moved to require motor suppressors, with the town clerk noting owners must provide suppressors if their devices caused interference.
A Horsham Town Council meeting notes a citizen donated land at the Henry and Searle streets intersection. Mayor Dr. J Barnes moved to thank the donor, and the council approved a footpath improvement at the corner as part of the gift.
The Horshiain Town Council discussed naming a west side street after Mrs Jane Duff Turntatt. Mayor Dr J Dares noted Mrs Tornhall’s longtime link to Horshiain and supported honoring her with the maiden name street. Anderson seconded the motion, which passed.
At the monthly Horsham Town Council meeting a letter from the Company Tomes Heard forwarded a copy of road orders. The regulation sets conditions for vehicles on state highways with temporary permits and deposits required. It details when side tracks may be revised and the need for cooperation with the board's engineer for compliance.
Members of the Horsham HAL ILL.AL women's auxiliary are reminded by advertisement that the monthly meeting will take place at Memorial Hall on July 13 at 3 p.m.
Dr. D Anderson urged councils to foster schemes employing sustenance workers to help farmers with fencing and dam cleaning. The Mayor thanked him and outlined support under a farm labor program with wages of ten shillings per week for willing men, plus allocations for veterans and Navy personnel.
Fragmentary notice notes spring goods arriving in weeks with a sacrifice of autumn and winter stock including coats frocks and hats. Mentions quality as well known and prices described as ridiculously low. Overseer inspection by a named party referenced in jumbled text.
Rotarian Kk. R.dirant was inducted as President of the Horsham Rotary Club during a Tuesday night luncheon styled as Ladies Night. Past President button awarded to Waomigate and formal badge to secretary RR. Newton. A interlude competition was won by Mes ames J. Barnes and G. Forsyth. Musical items by Hussell and W. Lawrence with Mrs A. Kimberley and others enhanced the evening.
At Deputy State Commissioner Lally Chauvels suggestion a July ball near Melbourne will raise funds for a Guide camp house. Dances in districts will use broadcast music with the Rex Melbourne event described from the ballroom to reach Horsham Town Hall attendees.
The Horsham Mechanics Institute hosts a 1000 up challenge billiards match on July 1 and 14 between two town champions. The two sessions of 600 aim to attract residents to witness the contest at the institute.
John Harvey a clothes peg seller of no fixed abode spent a brief stay in Horsham and appeared at Horsham Police Court charged with being drunk and disorderly in Firebrace Street. He claimed he met a friend when asked about his conduct and was convicted and discharged on condition to leave the town within 24 hours.
The famed soprano Florence Austral, highly sought after in Europe and America, will give a single concert in Lor sham. She has limited domestic opportunities and plans a comprehensive overseas tour, with Jon Amaldie as guest artist and a gala in Melbourne planned by manager AL Ty M. Jongdon.
Tonight and Saturday feature Carole Lombard in White Woman and Ann Vickers with Lene Prowne in leading roles. Sorrell and Son stars H B Warnes in a British film debut on Monday to Wednesday, with Henry Edwards and Pat Ward as supporting players in an Irish setting.
The Wheat Commission reports anticipate a formal release with essential comments and a forecast of prices and rail freight reforms. The plan includes efficient marketing, mortgage relief for farmers, and government action details while urging haste in preparing a longer report.
The State Rivers and Water Supply Commission released district water storage readings. Pine Lake shows 41,727 units, Taylor's Lake reports 23,405 units.
At a well attended Horsham Apex Club meeting held at Perrins Cafe last night the group decided all dinners will be dry. The inaugural function is set for Saturday July 14 with President J. E. L Nattrass and Secretary Wettenhall confirmed, and vice presidents W Lawrence and L S Wallis elected along with eight board members.
The annual report by Mr G Holland of the ROSS DLA outlines Centenary celebrations and a special Mort frac the lodzoe curing thy Centenary. A petition contest for the best written piece is planned with prizes totalling £200 funded by Siberian vic. Armistice Day features a Gloucester address and Shrine dedication on Melbourne Grant ground. an international ex-soldiers golf event accompanies the program.
Another session of community singing will be held at the Horsham Theatre on Sunday night to raise funds for the fire brigade. The Mouth Organ Balis will perform with several members, and Mr. BR. Metjou has consented to sing. Music for the slides is kindly provided by Mr. HR. A. Jenkin.
A meeting of subscribers to the Thur sham Base Hospital convened to discuss funding and governance. Officials outlined proposed allocations and future board elections to support hospital operations.
The Postmaster General outlines two new telegram forms for birthday greetings and congratulatory messages. The colored designs of the forms differ by purpose, and the words birthday greetings or congratulatory telegram should be inserted before the witness line when telegrams are laid. Forms are free of charge for the greeting words, envelopes are provided, and standard rates apply for messages sent on these forms. Full details available from Mr T Whiter, Horsham Postmaster.
Melbourne report says 12 year old John Matthew O Day of South Yarra was struck by a motor car and hurled under a tram on the way to school. He died shortly after the incident.
A robbery at a warehouse near the Mer river leads to a chase and a shooting as Stephen Bradley confronts two thieves. One suspect is overhauled after a Nile chase, with explosives and stolen goods linked to the incident. charges include possession of explosives.
An Air Force aircraft struck a tree near Melbourne yesterday, causing serious damage. Sgt. Peter Pechon and Sgt. Elizabeth Kelloway sustained minor injuries and both escaped serious harm.
In Melbourne Thiorselas the Federal Attorney General JG Lathe announced policing reforms as part of a new oversight plan. State Attorney General Meneies suggested as a candidate for a key role, while Mr Latham stated there would be decisive action ahead of the election.
The Premier defended Victoria against a sweeping financial emergency proposal praised by opposing labs factions. Opposition claimed all states would lose autonomy, while the Premier emphasized Victoria’s substantial funds and the bill’s emergency context, arguing swift action is needed.
Licensing Court chairman backs severing Hamilton for modern sewerage. debate centers on plans to alter the Commercial Hotel at £800, noting Hamilton’s limited sewerage. Officials cite need for municipal action as State Rivers and Water Supply Commission reviews the issue. Only one hospital has a sewer system. public institutions rely on septic tanks.
At the Victorian Apiarists conference a veteran beekeeper questions how the Bees Act will register all hives. He notes bees inhabit unlikely places from church steeples to beer barrels and roof boxes, challenging inspectors to locate every hive as officials seek broad registration to curb unregistered apiaries.
The Midwest Canning Corporation of Rochelle operates the world’s largest fleet of Twin City tractors, entering 31 new machines since initial orders in 1990. The farm giant runs over 17,000 acres yearly, using 100 to 125 days annually with high daily hours and strong reliability as praised by its president.
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