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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1930
Page
5
Disjointed wire report from Datseny and Co. on Melbourne market prices for wheat feed barley and oats with mixed figures in pounds pence shown as 3/2 8/4 and 28 1/2s among others. Prices quoted for Cape St Mates and lamb not clear.
A historical notice describes lobbying tactics around a Wheat Marketing Bill with a three year price pool and a guaranteed price. It notes opponents' victory and praises thorough planning and spending, while Minister Moloney defends the bill’s defeat as a result of intensive propaganda aimed at growers.
The text discusses alleged lobbying in parliament, noting Senator Daly’s defense and criticism of the practice. It describes political maneuvering around a bill, party tensions in the Senate, and regional voting impacts in Western Australia.
Showery conditions have been frequent with a pattern of intermittent rain at Horshai. July records show a series of brief showers early in the month, contributing to unsettled weather across the region.
The Horsham Base Hospital will hold its annual meeting for subscribers at the Town Hall on Thursday August 7. Nominations close on July 1 for committee members.
The Horsham branch of the Mina Utility Poultry Breeders Association reports two successful poultry shows with added pheasants in the latest event. Donations from Mosare JL Vickery & Sons Ballarat and Williners Poultry Farm Hor shan support the exhibition as dogs may join the judging. Ribbons will be awarded by the committee acknowledging gifts and interest from the community.
A society announces a hatchery opening alongside a 0000 brown treat sale advertised by Ballin Soenty. The committee is appointed to set an opening date and oversee supplemental funds for the project.
A North Western Motors driver Mr A Hickson of Gorvke escaped serious injury when another car veered into his path on the highway Monday. His vehicle suffered extensive damage while the other car fared better.
A death occurred at a Westmere football dance when J J Marshman aged 55 collapsed and died. An inquest opened at Lake Bolacom and adjourned after evidence. The man was a cricket club member and resident in Westmere. his wife lives in Warrnambool. Also reported is a motor driver fined £15 for overloading a vehicle on the western highway. weight recorded at 10 tons 15 ewts 2 qrs. The case notes a family company run by a father and three sons.
The secretary Mr C R Frencham acknowledges thanks for donations including poultry from Mrs Kirwood magazines from Mrs Woblera men's clothes from Miss Wilks melons from Mr Becker jam from Havena State School jam from Mrs Tonixson butter from Wiest Wail School.
Trawle over Judge Dethridge's achant triggers a regional strike in Moree. Workers halted shed operations as meetings are planned in rural centres. Graziers' Association warns action could widen. a major contract company reportedly signed 200 workers at the ow anwl rite. A Canberra conference between Federal and New South Wales officials is slated as pressure mounts to cancel the new award and remove Dethridge from the judiciary.
The new science of serial aerial photography proves valuable to the oil industry by quickly detailing rock faults and displacement conditions. The Teams Company mapped about 454 square miles in California using DOF negatives, improving accuracy and replacing slower ground surveys with aerial maps.
At Ballarat examination Toover, a noted footballer, claimed unable to meet a £15 court order from 6 September 1926. He cited playing for Fitzroy in 1927, earning a weekly £27 6, plus £8 as captain and coach at NhG, and £5 weekly as coach at Crile Taine, with £5 9 at South Ballarat. Outside football his earnings were minimal. the bench refused a new order.
Horsham High School introduced eight classes covering engineering metal and wool work and commercial subjects. The eltasex were filed and the term is now in progress. The enrolment totals between 16 and 50 students.
Dr H F Richanison MLC told a Melbourne dinner for the Municipal Association of Victoria that he has served with the association for 32 years, as president for three years and vice president for 15. He argued that reducing the number of municipalities could cut costs without sacrificing efficiency, saving ratepayers thousands of pounds.
A U S experiment shows wireless advertising reaches columns easily. A 30 minute broadcast costs 0 and yields two telegraphic orders and 14 inquiries. Across major newspapers the same spend produced 4000 inquiries.
A recent Horsham Theatre presentation included an absurd inventory of items such as 3000 gallons of castor oil, 3622 bottles of soda, 1196 rolls of bacon, 1706 frankfurters, and 1517 sticks of chewing gum. The tally also cited 26,000 yards of canvas and 42,000 feet of flume, ending with a humorous remark credited to a French observer about a statistician’s work.
A Sunday night blaze at Hector Perry’s Black Ranges property gutted a shed with a skillion lean-to and a motor truck. Perry, re lighting a kerosene lamp outside, slipped and ignited papers, leading to rapid flames engulfing walls, furniture, and stock. firemen could not salvage the truck or building.
A 1920s Fox Talking Picture features Joe Wagstaff and Lois Moran in a romantic comedy drama set around a society girl and a rising genius. The plot includes jealousy and scheming rivals with a Derby backdrop and a race track element. Friday and Saturday repeats plus matinee for children with Oswald cartoon.
The Speaker Sir Alexander Peacock announced on Wednesday that Tuesday Seth July had been fixed for resumption of the proceedings of the Legislative Assembly. Members of the Legislative Council will not be called together until next Monday. Work will be taken up though there has been a formal adjournment over the weekend.
Mr. W. F. Thomas will be at the Exchange Hotel Horsham today from 2 to p.m. He will visit Dimboola on Saturday. The next visits are Horsham Friday July 25 and Dimboola Saturday July 26.
In Horsham a Friday evening singing series at McComb's Hall aims to raise money for Warracknabeal Hospital. Mr. W. S. McMullin conducts and Mr. C. BR. Freneham arranged the event with the M U L O O F committee. A £4 at the door collection was noted amid varied reception. June receipts for Horsham rail show total £6005 with passengers and goods contributing most alongside miscellaneous items.
Dennis McCarthy watchman of Sargents Ltd at Errol Street North Melbourne fired at a man leaving the shop on Tuesday. The intruder dropped as McCarthy believed he had shot him, then stood, fled, and was later seen getting up. The burglar left an overcoat. no items were stolen.
South Australia minister W. 2. Denny travels to Melbourne to discuss cutting two weekend trains. Railways deny plans to drop any of the ten services between the capitals. The proposal centers on canceling the Sunday Melbourne-bound trains and adjusting weekday services. REV. J. A. MOSCRIPT'S INDUCTION. Induction of Reverend Donibela Muscript at St John's Ballarat set for Thursday 24th with presiding moderator Rev. W. Eliett and steps by Rev. E. J. Welch. addresses by Rev. J. P. MacDougall and Rev. J. M. D. Forsyth.
The ALMA gathering on Thursday night saw a larger turnout with Mr. Hutchesson presenting a trip abroad. A member Mr. Peters remained on the sick list after an accident and sympathy was sent to Mr. Hutchinson as his father in law died. The club thanked debaters and the chair, with Mr. Bielke expected to preside well after twelve months.
A doll inspired by Shakespeare character Rosalind was displayed at Madam Griffiths shop in Pirbright Street. About twenty residents guessed the name. Mrs FE Eales of Hermham won after Mr AC Warn drew her entry. She receives stockings worth 25 shillings and the Ladies Benevolent Society collects £2 7s 0d from the competition proceeds.
Two youths with little farm experience seek employment. Mr. G L Ray, shire secretary, will supply details.
The article notes a Ses 30 CoD event at the Swastika Club on Tuesday July 22 with prizes for sustained effort. It also covers Mildura Court cases where parents defend uneducated children’s fruit harvest duties under Education Act exemptions and discuss public service salaries and regional road costs in a discussion of governance and provincial spending.
Beautiful wedding gowns and bridesmaids frocks on white satin white georgette and silk lace. Dresses can be made to measure on request. Emphasis on style grace and price with contact at Pirebraee etree phone 10.
The report notes a slight half year increase at Loe autix factory. Mister Mo Stewart chaired the stalled offers with a list of Sisters and the secretary, followed by a carpet bowls event and supper. A notice from Hill Broad about prime wave oranges and lemons is included for August supply.
On Sunday at 4.00 pm a community singing event at Horsham Theatre features Mrs J Mcpneey and Mr Jason Fraser as vocalists to benefit the Base Hospital. Separately Merers, David Anleron & Co advertise a poultry auction today at 90 pon. 34 Francia street in aid of Mer C Bradley, selling 150 healthy fowls.
The will of a Ballarad resident names heirs and property. Bequests include real estate valued at £15 and personal property, with claims to widow and child. Other details reference guardianship and dates, indicating a probate filing and oath taken.
An elderly man Friedrich Samuel Sehwate vanished in Porty Fears after years of illness and family hardship. He left behind a widow and many children, and local speculation ties the loss to broader concerns about danger and community care.
Rep. Fish denounces narcotics networks and foreign smuggling rings blamed for crime in the United States. He urges a tougher federal effort, public education, and a united government crackdown to curb trafficking scenes. He cites large capital and ruthless methods fueling the illicit trade.
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