Town Council ceremony honors patriots and community volunteers
Citizens packed the Town Hall as the council lauded patriotism with remarks by Dr. Wilmoth and Mr. A McAutoy of the Returned League. Tributes followed from Mayor Wilwoth and others to Corporal J A Matthew and Private py Takes, with donations to the Mamet fund. A town car accident on the railway site interrupted the event.
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T. Watchers
Tyre
Aimilariy
Behal
Wilmoth
A. McAutoy
Wilwoth
Ale. Watts
Mathers
Srehinldt
J. A. Matthew Vhstantry
Mamet Fund
Matthews
Rachyoune
Tuan
Hervem
Lionery - Railway
Aravel
Prorions
Arnol
Pasmenes
Potter Viniey
Lilla
Arnold Sea
Hawr
Iowa
Cater
Kewell
Perth
Tome
Siebott
Melbourne Produce Market Update and Prices
Market report from Melbourne notes varied produce quotations with listed prices and suppliers. Trade includes beans, fruit, and greens with several entries showing prices per unit and supplier identifiers. The report references several entities and locations, including Melbourne and regional traders, but specifics are obscured in the transcription.
Funeral details for James Gill announced by Mutcheson and San
The relatives of James Gill inform his commands will be interred at Survatist Cemetery. The cortege will use the late residency at 2h PHS LAT UP Wednesday See See Ae fhe howest 215. Funeral directors Mutcheson and San of Horsham issue the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Gill
Mutchesson & San
Horsham
In Memoriam Wes UC and Family Remembrance
An in memoriam notice honoring the memory of a deceased son and daughter with family tributes, noting years and affection. The piece references a memorial date, family members including siblings and in laws, and a heartfelt remembrance from a Western State reader. It preserves the tone of a local obituary, listing names and kin while avoiding graphic detail.
Weather and sports notes from a stormy week
A fumbled weather report describes cold unsettled conditions with rain and mist across days. It notes Saturday’s 34 point tally and Sunday and Monday showers, a windy spell, and mentions sporadic fielding and continued precipitation forecasts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pom
Tomato market controls and producer fears surface
A fragmented letter from trade representatives discusses tomato pricing for canning and sauce, warning of potential price increases and market manipulation. It notes opposition to marketing schemes, calls for fair handling by buyers, and outlines proposed constraints on producer costs, storage, and distribution while citing associations and grower concerns.
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Juanton
Mar
Privet
Nas
J Mowwalne
Sime
Tonia Rowers Association
Utica
Tenat
Bentz
Ml Ronnie
German Mese rs exhibition at Horsham Town Hall
A damaged account describes a German Messerschmitt exhibition linked to the royal prize apparatus and inventions judged by the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria. It notes dates in August and events at Horsham Town Hall with demonstrations, prizes, and exhibits by local organizations and inventors.
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Ora
Horsham
Invenmon
Froundey
Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria
Mesare Phillipa
Gimonie
le Diasteau
Maia
Patrat Attorpris
Jsfler
Eld
Judens
What a Life and Television Spy in Cinesound Review
A light hearted escapade follows a resilient hero in What a Life as he redeems himself and aids his community. Paramount's Television Spy stars William Henry and Judith Barrett, with a plot about a brilliant young scientist protecting long range TV tech from spies. The Cinesound Review previews Antecs and British troops defending the Holy Land with Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Tel Aviv, and the Sea of Galilee in action as Australian and New Zealand troops counter the threat.
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Will Dackle
Mae
Agein
Paramount
William Henry
Judith Barrett
William Collier
Ann
Anthony Guinn
Richard Denning
Courageoual
Market Report and Local Developments Include New Gate at Mt Arapiles
A damaged OCR produced a rustic market report listing poultry prices and produce values with many misread words. It also notes a forthcoming New Gate at Mt Arapiles Centenary Park, with permission granted for construction at the reserve corner near the new road, and details about fence renewal and rail work by authorities.
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MT. Arapiles
Lee
Engagement Announced for Miss Flora Roch Daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Falmonda
The engagement is announced of Miss Flora Roch daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Falmonda of Toronga. The wedding planned for Wednesday features Ena McDonald and Gladys Doreen in the bridal party. The ceremony will be at John’s Church of England with Rev Canon Retell officiating. The reception will follow at her parents home with notable attendees and formal attire.
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Frank Falmonda
Toronga
James Herwin
Herbert Harley
Kew
Wanalia
Ena
Elest Daughirer
Mum
K McDonali
Danisyale
Wilnecore
Punch Smith
John's Chureil
Ngland
Aorsham
Gladys Doreen
Eecomal Sgauhter
Smith
Fernteich
Hox
M. Tietholt
Toombul Rheinte My
Deiwoll
Canon SS. Retell
Uy Ieey
Ratuenion
MRC
Tiraths
Nero Yale
Rydhremiea
Mir
Menzy
Tahoe
Leerman
Rasorel
Farewell for Horsham district resident Mr Bennett
Mourners gathered in Stawell and Horsham to bid farewell to Mr Bennett, longtime Murton ranch accountant at the Commercial Bank, who served the community since 1815. He held hospital committee roles and road works positions, and to Melbourne he moved for final duties. his widow and thirteen relatives survive.
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Murton
Commercial Bank
L Lst
Otk
J. Armatrong
Stawell
Bennett
James Metltonh
Bans
Ferry
Heyml
Fe Aira
Tee
Horsham
Somrs
Horshamt
Ramiate Mt
Mctntesh
Gramnplans
Mironte Lanett
Allert
Edenhope
Narracswarte
George Alegumnter Belcharda
Chirteen
Sarin Murrow
Wei
ORD
Pereonml
Prisoners from Syria move amid uncertain reports
Fragmentary text notes prisoners from Syria including Jason, Bundae, and Alhied in North Syria. Mentions Mezze and Meryvun and a possible release or transfer, with unclear details and many garbled terms.
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Jason
Bundae
Andy Aer
Syria
Juelubel Awetralian
Mezze
Meryvun
Iris
Australian m fl Spring Te Binh tute reports atten
The minister for the Aqui disclosed that Australian forces faced heavy losses in Syria and Vietnam era battles. He cited reports of Australians wounded killed missing and captured across multiple units and ranks amid ongoing fighting.
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Sycia
Australia
Qetanis
Wand Bn Wena FM
Wml
Mimsing
Weil Wow
Partsos
Glasser as Venatins Uma Legal Bidding Case
In Practice Justice Macfarnan, an order halted proceedings against Mrs Kane Frances Tonare without Supreme Court authority. Attorney General's counsel contested between January and June, noting nine writs against individuals claiming 3000 danars. Court actions targeted Mrs Jaeace with a sum and vexatious billing accusations.
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Justice Macfarnan
Obituary notices for several local residents in Horsham district
An obituary notice outlines the death of Mr Binds Maye Nnake at Hare Shia Hane Hospital and details the funeral arrangements. It also reports the sudden death of Mr James Gill, a former ex-plunger, plus extended family tributes, cemetery duties, and community roles. The text preserves names, places, dates, and relations, noting services at Presbyterian Church and Horsham Cemetery and listing mourners and pallbearers.
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Hareshia Hane
Binds Maye
Mn Aganton
Wiley Ter
Horsham
Death of General Sir Neville Smyth VC KC at Konghoo Bal Moral
Notice reports General Sir Neville Smyth VC KC, prominent in the Wratern District, died yesterday at his home Konghoo Bal Moral. Born in Westminster, educated at Westminster School and the Royal Military College, he served as second lieutenant in the Queen's Bays, participated in the Zhob Valley Expedition, Kitchener's expedition, and the Sudan survey, earning the VC in 1896-00. He held commands in Khartoum, with the Australian Infantry Brigade, at Gallipoli and Lone Pine, led the 1st Australian Division, retired in 1924 to Victoria, and became honorary colonel of the 87-52 Battalion.
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Wratern
Neville Smyth VC
Vawity
Balmoral
Westmwater
London
Westminster School
Royal Military Collee
Queen's Bays
Zhob Valley
Kitchener
Hie V.C
Sudan
Nile
Abyssinia
Khartoum
1St
Gallipoli
Lone Pine
Victoria
Neville Smiyth
Misa Evelyn Olive Wiliams
Demond Williams, Bart
Taily Smiytt
Menmin Wannen
Thue Cement Weil Danke
Atone
Tonne Westueadiay
Otis
Wong
Sunday Football for Charity Drives Local Support
Charity football events organized by Our Cormmpesdrat and Missive groups draw community support. Despite garbled reports, the Sunday matches aim to raise funds for church relief efforts and local charities, with organizers calling for participation and noting spiritual motivation.
Fighting in Smolensk front as Russians resist German advance
Amid ongoing conflict in the Smolensk region, Berlin reports fighting, desolation in Smolensk, and thousands of captured Russian troops and materiel. Moscow says fronts remain active with no major changes, while Soviet claims of sabotage and encirclements mirror a broader war effort.
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London
Hitler
Rus
Berl
Novgorod
Volynskis
Smnols
Berlin
Smolensk
Moscow
Polotsk
Neval
Smeleny
Volynsk
Miet
Conti
Anther Point
Stalin
Daily Telegraph
Romania
Engineers to Strike for 24 Hours in Melbourne
About 11 000 engineers, many in war work, will cease work tomorrow and attend two-work meetings. The Amalgamated Engineering Union criticizes the Arbitration Court for delays in awarding a new pay and conditions deal, likening it unfavorably to a prior 19 percent cut during hard times.
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Melbourne
Arbitration
Heminsula
Leait
Wells
Air
Maher Orsantsr
Amalgamated Engineering Union
Evacuation of Japanese Colony
A fragmented World War II era note reports evacuation activity involving a Japanese colony. The text mentions Manila and related movements but lacks complete names, dates, or clear actions.
Unionists' Attempt Triggers Political Crisis
A chaotic wire report shows Unionists seeking action to precipitate a political crisis amid unrest in Wales. Claims of labor minister involvement surface as parliamentary tensions rise and court decrees influence actions ahead of potential war conditions.
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Unionists
Wales
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