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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1926
Page
7
A dated prose fragment reflects on pride and boasting with quotes and sayings. It cites martyrs of bragging, a British anecdote about Goliath and a boy with a stone, and proverbs about pride leading to downfall.
Wembley Private Hospital on Pynsent Street Horsham advertises medical surgical and midwifery services provided by Sisters Booth and McClennan. Telephone number 475 appears for inquiries and admissions.
Stock Share and Investment Brokers advertise offices at 5 Bank Building ThezsU Callus Street Melbourne with central telephone and telegram contacts Moorberry Selbourne.
Firespace Strest Horsham phone 239 with unknown event note mentions Schwennesen and Pereengs in a fragmented item.
Daily selling prices for various provisions in Horshaw Storna are shown with figures for items such as goats, dairy, oils, and grains. The list includes multiple units per item and factory produced goods, indicating a broad local market snapshot.
Unclear OCR listing from Melbourne produce market shows prices for maize potatoes onions and chat. Values appear garbled with fractions and misreads but indicate a market report of assorted staple commodities.
Relatives and friends express gratitude for support during the bereavement. Special thanks extended to Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Tayle for their sympathy and visits to the family during this sad time.
Pohereby express iy sierte Mnaks to the Matrasik Noses at tlee Pla slam Wospital for thete Kind attend one during my dear wife's illness. FOUN J. U'SIEA.
The Horsham Times notes its 63rd year of publication with regular Tuesday and Friday issues. The brief item marks the newspaper’s milestone and ongoing circulation schedule.
Council supports tightening trespass laws amid statewide push for stricter rules. Four hunt owners advocate tougher measures to curb unauthorized entries and protect property.
A fragmented report describes mushroom seekers and campers harming private property by forcing gates, breaking fences, and leaving openings. Farmers lament fenced land breaches and warn that noncompliant trespassers provoke penalties, while respectful sportsmen are contrasted with careless campers and dog owners.
Wartook correspondent reports on Keelelmonks as a menace to sheep. A hawk is captured after four traps lure it. the bird escaped with four trays dangling from its leg showing its strength.
At a council meeting concerns surfaced over the Marsham Electric Light Co after the death of partner Mr McRae. Rumors of selling to the council circulated while the company sought rate increases requiring Electrical Commission approval. The commission will be asked for an expert report to inform the council if a purchase is feasible.
Four government subsidised freezing firms in Ballarat Ben digo Murton and Donald agreed to merge into one company under cabinet supervision. The new body will be controlled by a four member board with an independent government appointed chair. The arrangement aims to keep all plants running when the freezing season starts in September.
A staged narrative blends love and honor in A E Mason inspired tale The Winding Stair shown tomorrow The plot follows a youth who climbs from disgrace won from his father a deserter from the British army The program also features Waterfront Wolves and a suspense filled adventure on the sea coast Monday offers a varied lineup.
The Allan Wilkie Company brings 30 leading Sydney Melbourne actors to Horsham for performances on June 13 and 16. Petruchio will be played by Allan Wilkie with Miss Hunter-Watts as Katharina in a lavish production featuring period designs and special music.
The Presbyterian Men’s Club shifts Monday meetings to Tuesday due to moving picture attractions. Next Tuesday Dr Keith McKenzie of the High School will speak on A Trip through Holland his travelogue tracing Europe experiences. The talk will be at the Presbyterian Sunday School Hall and open to members and others with a games tournament planned using funds from the High School ground fund.
A fine exhibit of lambs wool given by Mr. John Russell of Melrose is on view in Allan's window. The wool is noted for extra long staple and is regarded as equal to the world’s best. Also shown is another fine exhibit of ante, exhibited on Melrose estate.
In a Melbourne forecast J Harcourt Gidlans of South Yarra predicts a fine frosty start for the year with rains in July and August. Mountains may see snow mid August. September and October bring mixed wet weather with periods of rain. November partly fine with late stormy rain. December expected fine and warm with a good harvest.
At Afelbourne licensing Court on Monday the transfer of the Railway Hotel Pimpinio from Mayo Revnolis to David Kennedy Smith was granted.
Dr Barnes reported unfair treatment by Enilwexs department as Borogh Council challenged demurrage charges on trucks. Railways allegedly delayed returning empty trucks and pushed consignments apart, causing repeated disputes and time delays. The district treasurer moved to seek regulars and justification of the charges, and the motion passed.
A letter from the Relweirs department proposes a train tour from Melbourne leaving July 1 to inspect state nurseries Cresie secondary industries and areas around Real Clils Morin Curwarp Rol Clits and Daylesford. The 15 15 shilling tour includes visits to wheat grazing areas and mineral springs with a return July 4.
The finance committee reported that the imminent tax for the stand receipts totals 250 1448 dies to be paid. It recommended charging the site to the Recreation Reserve and withholding portion from football facilities. The council approved the plan as gate takings rose to 13 percent and the club agreed to contribute toward wages.
Dr Barnes at the Borough Committee meeting expressed alarm over unauthorized posters and damaged street furniture. He urged authorities to remove torn posters and deter nuisance by banning bill boards and old materials obscuring town streets. The motion was passed.
Messrs Wilson Bolton Co report property sales totaling £39,849 across multiple parcels in Morton Beulah Ouyen Natimeal and Ashens while Horsham WAC branch holds a meeting presided by Mrs Johns. Letters of sympathy planned for ill members Rickers Cran. A temperance event by Byrdney King teased for Horsham next month and business stands deferred to the annual meeting.
Ballarat Fire Brigade captain Clymo reports a water pump on the mill's hydrant cannot pump directly from the main without a vent valve. Dumping from the hydrant does not relieve pressure, as the pump creates vacuum and fails to draw. He cites recent fires showing increased pressure from the water pump.
The council heard an Otterton application to operate a rubbish cart along O Connor Street. The town clerk noted the current staff already fills the full time and more extensions would require extra personnel. Some councillors urged ratepayers to manage waste locally while others favored extending collection borough wide.
In Westminster the House of Commons approved by 249 to 67100 a motion of thanks to the King for the proclamation renewing emergency powers. The Home Secretary can prohibit banks or individuals from handling money or securities imported to be used against public safety. Labor MPs led by Ramon MacDonald argued the regulations are now unnecessary given public conduct during the strike.
Chiro reports a surge of sensation over Judge President Kershaw and two Egyptian judges who last month ruled in conspiracy trials tied to Sir Lee Stack's assassination. The resignation cites verdicts as contrary to evidence and a grave miscarriage of justice. The British Government sends a note to Egypt reserving judgment and not accepting the verdict as proof of guilt, while Mesohition, under Rear Admiral Stanley, is dispatched from Malta to Egypt.
Derby day stretched into a long ordeal as heavy rain created deep mud on roads. Stranded vehicles required motor tractors with caterpillar wheels to tow and push them to firm ground. Nightfall saw continued tractor-assisted rescues of victims and delays across the route.
Mr Re Tishup, manager of the policy department at a London shipping brokerage, drew Corquach for the Calcutta sweep valued at £120. The ticker stake was disposed of, and all winners received their shares.
Wire report from Melbourne states federal authorities will release nearly 200000 tons of coal in New South Wales. The aim is to keep essential services in the state functioning during a coal mine strike. The move signals government intervention to prevent disruption in energy supplies and public utilities.
A late Mr. JL. V. McNay executed a trust deed shortly before his death. It is expected to provide about £10,000 a year to support organisations working to improve living conditions in island Australia.
All patients from the Cunt Held railway accident are recovering. Medical officials report stable conditions as treatment continues and families receive updates on individual cases.
No change in status for Mrs. Gwendoline Reise of East St. Kilda following an incident with a mentor yesterday. Authorities confirm her condition remains critical and under medical care.
The ceasar of the Commonwealth services reports a cost of LASSMe for 1585, £000 below the previous year's total, while that prior year stood £5,000 higher than the year before.
Nearly 50 buses in Rushcutters Bay New South Wales halted service today forcing HW drivers conductors and staff to strike work leaving passengers stranded and services disrupted.
Norman Conquest, 24, appeared at City Court charged with robbery and assault against Henry Pellot. Bail set at £2 with £200 surety. remanded until June 1 for further hearing.
Engineers resolved a disturbance at the Clyte GOS.W engineering works in Wayloon with the trouble settled and orders restored. Local crews reported no injuries and operations resumed status quo.
A large fire swept the town of Riviere Di Lono in Quebec, causing extensive damage. Officials estimate losses at about half a million dollars as residents assess the wreckage.
Three Ku Klux Klan members attended a school event in disguises during a Monday evening masquerade. The hall featured costume characters from Victorian to Eastern themes with music by Wilson. numerous guests appeared in elaborate outfits.
In the first May Day round of the Walker Cup foursomes, the American team defeated the British side by a narrow margin to take an early lead in the tournament.
On Tuesday the Borough Council approved kitched facilities in the Town Hall and renewed the awning curtain. The finance committee was to inspect for further improvements.
At the last Borough Council meeting Warnes proposed beautifying the river bank from the weir to the bridge. Willows would be planted along rows to bind the bank. The rows committee should consider lighting the river to create a beauty spot. Dr Millar recalled Progress Association funding £25 for fencing and planting after a flood washed trees away. The motion, seconded by Dr Radda, was carried.
Council heard a striking vandalism note Tuesday evening noting that half the brick channelling along McPherson Street had been uprooted and bricks scattered across the roadway.
Meo Tl and Nerthey organise popular Friday night gatherings. A nursing elabts hreesings meeting and a dance will be held in the Tera Ehith on Tuesday evening for visitors planning to attend.
This notice touts Limans and animals alike and highlights Madame Griffiths frocks hats boots and hosiery bearing a stamp of quality. It claims her goods are superior yet affordable and invites a visit to prove the value. It ends with a phone number to call for advertising.
An OCR fragment lists tarpaulins motoring coats and rain gear with items including solid leather coats, Dueck rain coats, plain and fancy styles, plus ladies and gents leggings and other apparel. The passage reads like an old catalog or classified ad block.
The Moralig Dust reports coal owners invite the Miners' Federation to meet over appointing an independent chairman to form a proposed committee. The Post notes this is the first real gleam of hope since five weeks of mine closures. The Government or the Speaker may nominate the chairman.
Mr W Price, Hor sham stationmaster, is off duty through illness. J A McGillivray resumes duties at Melbourne heads office after eight months away. G A Sinclair of The Austr asian is laid aside with typhoid fever. once principal of Longerenong College and chair of the Council of Agricultural Education. Mrs Tulloh of Longerenong College has recovered from serious illness. BD Smith, 12 years Lawlen Shire foreman, receives a gold fountain pen from council as he departs to Pimpinio, where he buys the Pimpinio Hotel. W T Edmonds of Clear Take is recovering after an operation in a Worsham private hospital.
A long-time Warracknabeal brickmaker Mr Frank Milton Booley died at Warracknabeal Hospital aged 77. He lived about 20 years in retirement and enjoyed reading good books. The notice notes his years of work in the town and his quiet later life.
Specially selected coats frocks evening robes and hats have arrived for Madame Griffiths. These garments are made to her order and feature distinctive quality and good taste. Phone 470.
Fragmentary notice recalls a church governance crisis at Horsham with trustees divided amid a crisis in the cultivation of church work. Names such as Mr Yeu and Reverend Petherick appear among leaders, warnings about delays and dangers to progress, and references to a fatal outbreak impacting church affairs.
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