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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1940
Page
2
CORSA commercial intelligence reports yesterday’s provisioning prices in Horsham stores. Prices cover staples and various goods, reflecting local market conditions. The note outlines rates for meat, dairy, grains, and produce as observed in Horsham retail outlets.
A garbled weather note reports warnings of more rain this week and the weekend, with mention of a cool change and unsettled showers. It lists names and places such as Wimmera region, Hopetoun, Morsteam, and several individuals, suggesting a public update or bulletin with limited readable details. The fragmented text hints at trains or travel timing and local notes about weather behavior.
A muted bereavement notice notes the passing of a family member, with names obscured by the damaged text. It references mourning rituals and a service, asking for prayers and support from friends and relatives during the loss.
A damaged obituary fragment presents garbled personal names and dates. Readable clues include a family note and possible memorial reference, but most details are obscured. The fragment hints at a memorial event or tribute but lacks coherent facts for precise identification.
The Loyal Quetrolian Air Force recruiting staff at Horsham Town Hall interview fit young men, with strong interest and good numbers. Staff plan to continue into Wednesday evening to process hopefuls. Horsham results show best recruitment so far, emphasizing availability of fitters and air force roles amid wartime needs.
Ex-chairman F W Fricke urged support for the local press, saying it speaks for countryside affairs. He was honored by the Wummera Shire Council with a complimentary dinner, lauding both metropolitan and country press for fair criticism and support.
Charles Daly of Brimpson was struck on the forehead when a misfire while splitting a post caused an axe to glance off and gouge a three inch gash. He was taken to Horsham Bury Hospital for examination and later X rays to assess the wound. Local notices urge residents to salvage scrap and waste materials for war effort and educational collections.
The notice states Paudys Market will sell stock on Friday Aust 2 at the sale yards with other goods at Young's Horse Bazaar provided free of charge for convening. Details will be in next issue. Residents are asked to inform the Town Hall of planned purchases to aid arrangements. A separate item notes an amputated limb incident at Mr Hare’s Nowam property with injuries.
The report blends a Church of Christ anniversary with a long list of community notes. It notes attendance, local leadership, and missionary focus, plus a separate item about a White Ant attack on a farmer’s haystack and a young Polk party at the Masonic Hall. Market and petrol rationing items follow, with a wartime spinning wheels feature from Britain.
The Director of Agriculture forwards to the Vienna Wheat Growers Association a note from the Wheat Advisory Committee. It warns that thistle presence in heat crops affects milling quality and increases infestation risk, urging vigilance and timely actions by growers and officials.
An article fragment reports a knitting needle accident at a school causing a girl to be injured when a needle penetrated a finger. It also mentions a science note by Watson Davis on carnivorous plants and their prey capturing methods. Other short items cover a petrol theft incident at a dance hall and a cat named Bote that enjoys baths.
A report from Meron covers the Prestistery of Wimmera meeting with ministers and officers present, discussing a vacancy and progress on missionary funds. Several clergy and lay figures are named as they outline steps for the ensuing year and local arrangements for services.
Britain expands use of reinforced concrete in shipbuilding citing lower cost, lighter crews, and equal sea‑handling to steel vessels. During 1914 to 1922 concrete ships reached 150,000 tons with some up to 6300 tons, and recent research boosts compressive strength and reinforcement, enabling 27 000 psi tensile strength.
A reported study notes pilots face fatigue and safety risks during long flights. Researchers indicate physical strain and stress may influence judgment and performance, with tests aiming to identify warning signs and limits for safe operation.
Neton officials investigate a training incident involving a G plane that overturned during a scheduled exercise. No injuries reported, authorities say the aircraft sustained damage and an inquiry is underway to determine cause and safety protocols.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a food shortage in Belgium and related actions. Mentions Mayday training, a forced landing after low cloud, and concerns over German soldiers seeking rations, with references to London and Belgian supply issues.
Reading from a disjointed wartime era report, officials discuss oil potential near Lalor and ongoing mining concerns. Government and private parties weigh exploration, with references to Lakes Entrance and Victorias authorities.
A terse item notes government push for gren gun production amid wartime demands. Officials emphasize coordinated efforts between industry and military procurement to speed up output while maintaining safety standards.
The British submarine remains overdue after extended patrols in the Atlantic. Authorities say no further updates are available, with families awaiting word as naval search efforts continue and weather conditions hinder sightings.
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