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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1932
Page
5
Melbourne market quotes feature wheat 3/ to 3/3 and oats 1/11 to 2/1 for milling, barley ranges 1/7 to 2/3 English and 1/11 to 2/6 Cape, maize 4/5, potatoes £3 5s to £4 5s, onions £18 10s to £20, chaff £3 5s to £4 7s 6d, eggs 1d to 1s.1d. Horsham yesterday saw wheat at 2/7 per bushel.
William Thomas beloved husband of Alle and father to Ada Gladys and William. aged years. Funeral to Tor sham Cemetery from Horsham Base Hospital today Friday at 1:00 PM.
In loving memory of my dear wife and our dear mother who passed away in July. Fond memories remain tenderly kept, and we, her loving husband and family, remember her with sorrow and affection.
A memorial note recalls the death of a mother on the Sth July and notes a year has passed. The family speaks of crushed hearts and deep sorrow, with grief described as a lasting wound. Wished by her sorrowing family.
The State Electricity Commission faces scrutiny for high costs and dwindling liability as it expands trading beyond energy supply. Critics, including Wonthaggi representative McKenzie, say the semi public body unfairly targets smaller coal producers while relying on government funds. The controversy includes apparent display of costly stoves in its Flinders Street premises and concerns over political influence and losses.
Brief item notes mil lions and recent showers with nights yielding seven points. Official forecast at noon called for more or less cloudy conditions with further showers, chiefly fine elsewhere, light winds and some fog.
The Homham registrar Mr A A Rogers supplied the eetOF eating dates for June 30 with 23 males and 25 females registered. Deaths totaled 5 males and 5 females.
Dr D Anderson criticizes current rates for poets without Gov support while sewerage projects promise better service. Dr Langlands calls sewerage and water schemes vital for health and long lasting, noting Mount Zero as a century lasting project. Government favors the scheme over dole, with Colac and Mildura supporting coverage despite tough conditions.
The Mayor Dr J Barnes harshly criticized the Argyle Ministry and the Country Roads Board at a borough council meeting on Tuesday. He said road funds should be spent on roads and condemned borrowing without repayment while urging the B A L C V to back the motion. Councillor Langlands seconded the motion, which passed.
Com F Langlands told members that in 1928 a 4d per 1000 gallons charge was proposed by the State Rivers and Water Supply Commission. The trust favors its 16 inch Mt Zero main plan, noting State tests and government interest. Support praised chairman Langlands for securing attention and potential grant.
Town Clerk letters complaints about May Park prompt Sergeant G. H. Docking to report frequent police patrols and a personal inspection. No objectionable conduct observed and no further complaints recorded. Councillors joked that cool weather kept culprits away during the Tuesday council meeting.
In the last issue an error stated £0 was forwarded by the Horsham Salvation Army to the Blind Auxiliary of Victoria. The canvass funded the Eye and Ear Hospital appeal, and the collected amount was sent to that hospital but charged to the Blind Auxiliary instead.
A brief advertisement notes a large selection of hats greatly reduced and on view at Madame Griffiths on Fire Brace Street. The ad includes a phone contact 470 for orders or inquiries.
Discussion covers an appeal to the Prime Minister and measures amid public works cuts, noting land as an alternative focus. It mentions Mr Parkhill’s NT visit, a Sydney figure criticized for promoting waste, and government action. The Wimmera Scout County names districts Horsham Dimboola Ramnbow Jeparit Nhill Diapar Lorquon Netherby Winiam Natimuk Goroke with emblem wheat and Fleur-de-lis Be Prepared motto in green and gold.
At the Horsham Police Court before Messrs. D Anderson and G L Ray on Wednesday an order for 2 pounds 10 shillings was granted in favor of Gladys Lambert against Charles Wilde. The complainant said she lent Wilde 14 pounds 19 shillings 6d and he had paid back 2 pounds, leaving a balance of 2 pounds 10 shillings 1d. Costs amounting to 1 pound were allowed.
Ballarat Aero Club recorded its first mishap when a Gipsy Moth assigned to Civil Aviation failed during return takeoff from Mount Wallace. Pilot Lt Barker and passenger Mr Levitt escaped injury as the aircraft overturned, sustaining propeller damage. aircraft is under repair.
In Horsham Church of Christ Mr E. B. Nicholson of the Victorian Prohibition League spoke on Maori legends of North Island eruptions and showed slides of New Zealand towns. He presented statistics on licence restorations, dry periods, and increased hotel values after de licensing, noting rises in convictions for drunkenness and illicit grog sales.
At a monthly meeting Town Clerk W P Pryor urged council guidance on setting fees for the rear Town Hall kitchen and gas facilities used by caterers and ball committees. Past charge was 10 shillings per night with about 4 shillings for can gas. Mayor K Barnes suggested a slot meter via the gas manager. Dr L Hotchesson noted a complaint over a 10 shilling bill. The council agreed users should pay for all conveniences.
In a town column the Borough inspector will instruct the fasued instructor to act against hawkers. The Town Clerk W P Pryor notes action against offenders. The Borough Nursing Association plans a ball on Monday July 25 after last year’s success. A meeting in Town Hall is invited tonight to discuss the event and its support.
Representatives of the Presbyterian Young Men’s Society and the Horsham M.U.1.(0.0) debated whether horse power is more valuable to farming than tractor power. E Smith B Carr and T Vickers argued for the affirmative. W S Davey G Tippett and TD Melotyre spoke for the other side. The contest, held at the Presbyterian hall, drew a large audience. Judge J E Menadue ruled in favor of the M.U.10.U.F. with a close result of two points separating the teams, noting up to date facts and references to Russia’s Five Year Plan and Western Australia activity. A vote of thanks to the adjudicator and chairman Rev F G Petherck was moved.
Lieut Colonel Mackey led a week of services for Horsham Salvation Army campaign with a large turnout despite rain. Totals show 10 converts after a schedule including holy meetings, open air service, youth events, home league, children's programs, and a 116-strong after school singing contest.
The Hor sham Debating League held a general meeting at Memorial Hall on Tuesday night. Mr A Flack resigned as secretary, citing heavy duties and distance. Mr J M Hannigan noted Flack's service and D Thomson was elected secretary. Memorial Hall apologised for a missed match against H.A.C.B.S. due to unresolved issues. A Natimuk Optimists' Club team will visit Horsham next Wednesday to debate at the Presbyterian Hall.
Compared with June closing rates, Australian wool submitted by auction at the London sales on Tuesday shows prices up for merinos and crossbreds. Medium and inferior merinos gained 5 to 7 percent, good merinos 7 percent, crossbreds 5 to 7 percent for medium to best, medium and coarse crossbreds 5 percent, and fine crossbreds 10 percent higher.
Australia’s largest tobacco leaf auction held at Newmarket stores by Dalgety & Co attracted 1000 growers. Despite some high quality Horsham and Pomonal leaf, overall bidding was sluggish and about 60 percent of leaf remained unsold. Experts urged support for the budding industry amid limited purchase limits and variable demand. Local Haven growers returned hopeful after strong showing, while buyers planned district visits in coming weeks.
A weekly dancing class led by Mrs Carruthers at the Town Hall grows in numbers. She trained under Professor Harcourt in London and trained the ballet for Chu Chin Chow. Fees are £11 per quarter with all proceeds donated to the Base Hospital.
Dr. F. W. Norwood, of City Temple London, argues chaplains link religion to warfare and calls for disentangling the church from the war system. He questions if chaplains can serve as free agents, pledging neutrality and avoiding subversive acts while aiding soldiers.
A meeting of the new Returned Soldiers League branch will be held at the Town Hall on Tuesday at 6 p.m. All ex-soldiers are invited to join and elect officers, with provisional officers and a committee already in place. The branch expects a large roll as returned men seek to connect with the league.
Despite poor weather nearly all Horsham Methodist Ladies Guild attended a Jubilee Hall session. Mrs. W P Pryor noted the president Mrs H F Allen’s return. Plans for a spring floral fete and a six week hence ode bell show were set, with stalls and preliminary preparations arranged to boost funds.
The Sul Troop of Girl Guides donated knitted baby singlets to Horsham Base Hospital last week. Each girl knitted a singlet, and the parcel of 1 singlet was delivered to the hospital where it was warmly welcomed. The effort drew commendation from the committee.
George Arties stars in The Man Who Played God at Horsham with a portrayal of a genius deafened by fame. The film, praised for intelligent casting and direction, includes a Bobby Jones golf demonstration series and features High Pressure with Powell as Gar Evans. Supporting feature Under Eighteen shines Maring Marsh, with Regis Toomey and Warren William in key roles. matinee Saturday at 2 15 p m.
The Primary Producers Restoration League pressed Parliament for a temporary moratorium but Cabinet did not consider the proposal and recess delays action. Ministers cite competing financial and urgent matters, with a general policy to be prepared when Parliament resumes. A Catholic social event and a Jolly Miller dance with prizes and supper are noted.
Reports from London detail Shanghai Scouts mobilizing under a state of emergency. Boys over 12 manned outdoor roles, carried messages, ran errands, served as messengers and clerks. The group, led by Commissioner Millington, reflects the global scout movement’s response.
The Director of Postal Services Mr H P Brown announced that expanded lines would let an Australian subscriber connect with any world subscriber. Calls from Melbourne to London would travel in English, then to Budapest and finally to Bucharest, with translations enabling contact in the language of Russia at the final leg.
The Postmaster General's department fined Lorna McAlveden of Blue Day Messenger Service seven pounds for carrying a letter for reward and others five pounds each for permitting or delivering letters. The department claimed messenger deliveries deprived the Commonwealth of tens of thousands of hours yearly and supported a push against private messenger and parcel services.
Education Department officials responded to complaints about absent fires in schools noting that where central heating was absent an allowance was made to heads to cover fire costs and other supplies. They stated there was no reason for any school to lack heating during the cold period.
Ballarat sales show 116 cattle with two bullocks and many prime and good stock. Priced tiers for prime heavyweights £11 to £11/32/6, medium £10/0/ to £10/10, light £7 to £8. Calves reach £6/16 and cows £8 to £9/5. Sheep yarding strong, lambs scarce due to rain hindering transport. demand remains steady with prices holding until late sales before easing. A dance benefiting Kalkee Football Club is planned at Phil Greenaway’s barn next Wednesday.
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