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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 19, 1949
Page
1
News notes a planned monthly petrol quota system by oil firms for garages while asserting no immediate shortage fears. Residents report inconsistent notices at gauges and garages with some claiming no quota or notification. Local officials and workers discuss delays and apparent uneven implementation across stations.
A blaze broke out at the residence of Horsham mayor Dr W R B Lawrence on Roberts Avenue Friday night. Fire crews contained the flames with damage estimated around five hundred pounds. Authorities say the cause is under investigation and no injuries were reported.
Heavy snow and severe frosts sweep the Wimmera over a week long freak weather event. Snow blanketed Stawell and Pomonal for the first time in decades with up to nine inches at Hall’s Gap and watches in Hamilton Ararat and Cavendish. Roads cars and roofs were affected while towns reported record cold and widespread snow in district.
Arthur Stanley Vogel 20 of Scott Street Warracknabeal died in hospital after a road crash on Donald Road six miles from Warracknabeal Friday night. The car collided with a truck driven by M. Colotino. the vehicle was wrecked. Deputy coroner W Dally opened an identification inquiry and adjourned it.
Sunday night blaze at Garth's International Harvester workshop on Pynsent Street was triggered by gas restrictions. Firefighters faced explosions and liquid spray as the top blew, while the fire damaged machinery and tools. The fire brigade responded promptly, with the team securing the area and investigating the cause.
Officials say Horsham’s reception for a National Ballet visit could prompt the Council for Adair Ednox ton to bring the National Opera Company to the country. Director Zoli Dowie noted strong audience response and indicated further city interest if similar enthusiasm appears elsewhere.
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