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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1940
Page
3
An arch of cheers rose as British and French ships anchored in Alexandria harbor on a Saturday. Australian cruisers and destroyers led a display, with Italian vessels in retreat after a minor clash. The Sydney ship entered the mouth, the band played God Save the Flag, and the fleet responded with waves and cheers.
Fragmentary text notes a decorated commander and senior officer associated with naval or air force ranks and honors. It mentions a Captain Cols Mys and a Companion of the Undervot, with references to a district or theater in London and congressionally styled awards. Readable parts indicate a wartime honors context and distinguished service recognition.
A fragmented page note outlines wartime relief and governance actions in NATIMUK with figures and committees. It lists secretaries, officers, and a resident treasurer, plus arrangements for staffing water and welfare services. mentions Arapiles Skiire Connell and guest facilities, but text is garbled and names vary.
An Australian agricultural debate features Mr J Medahon of the Horse Association of New South Wales arguing against restrictions on warant guns and praising breeding. Critics warn of war drives and loss of heritage while advocates urge modern farming tools, tractors, and better labor use to increase yields and freedom from repeated plowing.
The week’s air offensive reports indicate Royal Air Force and Allied assets targeting Hamburg and Wilhelmshaven with bombers and fighters. Casualties and damage are contested, with distorted German figures claimed and counter claims about losses on both sides.
The article discusses the Gareg bean tree’s suitability for parks and gardens, noting it thrives in similar climates to June, grows 30 to 40 feet, and bears pods after four years. It outlines historical spread from the Mediterranean to Spain and beyond, describes male and female flowers, and mentions uses as stock feed and ornamental shade with two heavy pod crops yearly.
An OCR fragment from City Briefs lists Erandah Blinds and Mable Stripe Ue offering 705 big reductions in lounge suites at a city street address 602 Wien Street. The wording is jumbled but indicates a sale event with price cuts.
Bishop Mandley urged support for Allied efforts during his annual address at the Cathedral of St John the Divine. He called for immediate material and moral aid to democratic nations and cautioned against declaring war, stressing Christian duty to assist allied forces while opposing aggression.
A fragmented article discusses housing stock for livestock, urging proper construction of buildings for cows, calves, and sheep to improve welfare and reduce disease. It emphasizes raised floors, good drainage, slanted roofs, and avoiding ground-level pens to prevent dampness and heat stress. It notes climate influences on animal health and the need for sturdy, well-ventilated shelters.
A 1930s discussion outlines Britain's food needs emphasizing fish, especially herrings, dairy, meats, fruits, and vegetables. It notes potential Dominion involvement from Australia and New Zealand to replace Europe as a supply source, with condensed milk and preserved products possibly boosted. It mentions the herring season nearing completion and concerns about supply continuity.
Fragmentary OCR text references Horsham and District Comforts Fund with names such as Arthur Mise and Linn Mad Hh, plus other unclear names. The readable portion suggests a local fund or charity note and potential attendees or organizers, but many legible details are garbled. No clear events, dates, or outcomes are established.
A chaotic report details destruction of French railway bridges and a market mishap tied to Midland Potala Beatie and associates. It notes unsettled ownership, staff layoffs, and the collapse of communications causing disruption in unloading oil, potatoes, and coal. Names include Jackson, Barker, and Mr Barker among others in a web of listed firms and employees.
In Vichy France a new censorship authority is to oversee newspapers and radio. MM Lavallies is named to head the control body, as a decree outlines tightened oversight of media content and transmissions.
A garbled report notes confusion as troops reportedly occupying cartaily villages near the Sessarabian frontier were misidentified. The item mentions “Mistake Villages” and Russian forces amid administrative errors, with inconsistent dates and locations.
A Belgeate correspondent reports mounting tension between Britain Italy and Germany over plans in the Balkans and Soviet matters. Descriptions mention German measures, Russian accusations, and incidents near Brest-Litovsk with casualties and guard clashes on a July date.
Fire from Cerroapyal ms Amlelbourns reports Monday that the Divorce Court suspends Phillip Goldenberg, a Ponts based solicitor, from practising within the jurisdiction. The proceedings cite alleged admissions and a citation on respondent names, with papers indicating a Vic Prothootary signature.
A fragmented wartime style note on green feed for poultry and orchard crops stresses timely planting for Berseem clover, including irrigation, weed control, and soil preparation. It warns against overgrowth, advises overhead watering, and notes storage issues with petrol tins amidst rising demand.
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