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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1949
Page
2
Yesterday's prices show butter bacon onions potatoes and bran with bags required for grain flour and potatoes. Items noted include lard Butter Pork and Globe onions with prices per pound and per bushel where listed.
A string of memorial lines and dedications from a local paper noting deceased family members across names like Mary Morey and Desmond Dunne. Includes terse verses and insertions by spouses, children, and grandchildren across multiple homesteads and towns.
The Full High Court ruled that the National Security Liquid Fuel Regulations are invalid and petrol coupons and rationing are cancelled nationwide. A Moratorium Act housing provisions for ex servicemen may also be abolished. Trade notes state butter exports from Australia rose 22.08 percent to 1947 48.
A jumble of names describes Mrs Culver Matis and daughter Elizabeth returning to Moraca Eastato Port Moresby with Miss Mary Anderson. Edwin Wy yHllis of Heywood visits Horstsun with Mr EL V MacLeod. Victor Hobler arrives to supervise publicity for Australia Sions. Firer-Constable Burrs Clawes transfers to Horshan East hospital staff. Great Peppermint Cure stops coughing.
An obituary notes the death of Goulis Host at Kalkve on November 8. The service was held at St Mary’s Church and at Pimpinio Cemetery. ministers Rev Walle and Rev Afru. Te details include surviving relatives and funeral arrangements by Hutchinsen & Symeoneitte.
A local committee seeks public support to fund a winter meal program for Victoria schools. They plan a donation drive and appeal to residents, noting a target of 250 to cover essential costs. The appeal lists several donors and addresses where contributions may be made.
Publicity for Horsham's centenary will be displayed at 250 Victoria railway stations. Officials announced the plan yesterday, with notices posted by the Horsham Centenary Committee and the postal advertising unit.
Mrs. Lewis Hobbs of Douglas was found to have a large drawing splinter like object near her knee after months of pain. Doctors X rayed and discovered the needle had entered her leg. She could barely walk and endured until the discovery.
A damaged report discusses the effectiveness of diphtheria vaccination, citing figures from immunization studies. It notes changes in cases before and after vaccination and references authorities and dates, though details are partially corrupted.
A late night meeting at the club considered two top applicants for a vacant post. The civic secretary Mr B Boley said the committee hoped for a suitable man but could not confirm a selection today. Interviews were conducted in Melbourne this afternoon.
On Saturday Horstians Gulf Club hosted the debut event. Sta Sto, Holedaut AW one, led a strong field with Sam Bersian and Shuywon, as Hinks acchttoet and Hyntingrlate matched early pace. The cup fell after a short build up, marking an exceptional opening round in light conditions.
The hospital committee reviewed budgets for 1949 50 and debated building and renovation needs. They considered purchasing property in Baillie Street nurses home repairs x ray unit and boiler fuel issues noting wood supply and usage.
Weather conditions were fair for Horsham Rifle Club's practise shoot on Saturday though a firm left frontal wind kept scores slightly below average. The meet covered 500 and 600 yard ranges with several shots to count and top scores listed for 300 and 600 yard rounds. Capt. T Ballis led the competing team with notable marks across multiple positions, as the club prepares for the Western Districts Rifle Club Union meeting at Mildura and Wentworth.
An OCR fragment lists assorted produce items and prices like cauliflowers onions and apples with varied figures. It mentions moves and dates but lacks clear context or narrative.
A special meeting of the Horsham league heard Gordon McLean appeal a Warrack club clearance denial to Watchet-Corack-Football Club. McLean, employed out of town, argued fixture and training constraints. Warracknabeal officials cited prior game play and differing reasons for the clearance. The league upheld the appeal, imposing a brief review period and conditions for migration.
A broadcast by H V MacLEOD MLC traces his family service in Victoria, noting roles as Portland mayor and councillor. He discusses decentralisation, railway reforms, power for industry, water conservation, education health, and opposition to Communism, promising further broadcasts on these topics.
The Associates start their season Thursday with a new lineup and Saturday games. Players invite to join, with extended participation for Donen Associates and nearby youths. Officials assign tasks and prepare a practice to ensure all can participate.
Fragmented notice recalls a planned celebration at St Josephs Owens parish in Horsham on Thursday. Names and places are garbled but reference to Higgins at Xan eoorte and Contyal Cote appear in readable fragments.
Horsham Seconds defeated their rivals in a high scoring match as Mills netted six goals. The game opened tight before Horsham pulled ahead with a series of passes and key strikes from Stevens, Mills, and Wollermann. Horsham’s big forwards included Kallee, McRae, and Hartigan while Nattrass, Sredking, and Giddings contributed in midfield.
In a tense junior football match Horsham defeated Gumwke with several standout moments. Mills delivered a key sequence from Foley’s pass, while Reidy and Raggat combined for scores. The game featured heated moments, late goals, and a strong Horsham defensive effort as the Saints pressed for late advantage.
In a late season day of competitive play Horsham District Imgerenong College and St. Michel's posted results. Key scorers included Jung and Rees Matthews for the first side and Petrie Stewart for the second. Victories also featured Young Venathe and W. Taye with notable contributions across the fixtures.
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