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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1934
Page
5
Faced with garbled catalog style lines, the ad promises to buy, repair, and dye furs and skins. It mentions coats, necklets, fox skins, dyed hides, and rabbit skins, with placeholders for various fur types.
Yesterday's commercial notes list prices for dairy and grains in Horsham stores. Items include butter, cheese, honey, and eggs from Ballarat factories, with quantities in quarters, bushels, and pounds. Prices for oats, barley, and pollard appear alongside dried goods and fats.
Wise from our Correspondent Melbourne notes wheat price moves with milling at 2/3 to 4 and fed 111 to 2/1. Eng sh figures show declines and various caps, with Cape and lanier listings, Lucerne and chaff values listed, and oats and chaff prices noted as shifting. Wheat price advances are mentioned with a quotation around 9s per bushel.
A bereavement notice from Mrs Martha thanks friends and relatives for floral tributes and kindness. Special thanks extend to Mr Charites, Matron and staff of the hospital, and Mrs Hades Mead Mes. Signed AL Baker and family.
A government inquiry weighs if reform should alter how Western Australia Tasmania and other states are represented in Parliament The discussion notes Western Australia and South Australia hold weaker seats while New South Wales Victoria and Queensland gain influence The petition argues the Senate should reflect state rights and balance against a party dominated House of Representatives.
Low pressures off the head of the Bight fade, rain prospects stay poor. A stationary system near the SA coast weakens, a moderate low drifts to southwestern Western Australia and may bring light rain. Forecasts call for fine cold nights with frosts fogs and variable winds.
A conference among Horsham Town Council the Retained Soldiers Association and Memorial Hall Club discussed transferring the trust from Dr Black to the Town Council. The Mayor Dr Barnes chaired and a future meeting will refine the transfer terms and arrangements for the hall.
Hor sham Town Council met Tuesday with Mayor Barnes stating a resolution urged a public meeting to revive the association. The president of the organization said the group is not dead, having money in the bank and a functioning elect, though some members had left since hard times.
Dr L Hutthesson reported at Horshien Town Council that whitewashed paint on a fence at the foothill matches stained visitors clothing. The issue was sent to the gardens committee for action before the next match. Mayor Barnes advised oil coats to prevent flaking.
Music lovers welcome revived popular sessions in Horsham with singing after church on Sundays. The program starts at 8 30 pm featuring Miss M Butler and Jason Fraer with Mrs T Cameron guiding, proceeds go to the Horsham Fire Brigade.
Under Hersham SSP Glam Serkety auspices a two wool chasses event will occur at the Thorstein SOW Zrounds. The first Mer course runs from Atetat 20 to Ateast 20 and the second from August So to September 7. Particulars are antvertised.
Last night the Har show Choristers appeared in a varied and delightful programme at Mordhim Tiven Hall. The performance featured glee and pat songs with the wet balancehow, Mr Stay Jones of Bollvrat entertained with a resonant verse, and Mise Gren Baker impressed audiences. The Horsham Town Band, the Orpheus Men's Choir, and Mrs O R Freneham assisted, with Mr T Cameron conducting. A detailed report will appear in the next issue.
The Mayor Ballyconvent invites citizens to a public meeting at the Town Hall next Thursday to hear an address by Judge Foster president of the Victorian British on The League of Nations Union.
Horsham ratepayers face delays in sewerage connections as cooperation lags. The designer Mr Byron seeks prompt applications to reflect ratepayers’ wishes on average connections and to ensure economical main hookups. The Horsham Sewerage Authority chairman Mr W P Pryor urges owners to assist the process by submitting their preferences.
The Horsham High School ex students reunion featured basketball, hockey, and football against current students. Ex students won all three games by scores 13 to 3, 3 to nil, and 12 to 6. Girls hosted Metis for afternoon tea, and a dance followed in the evening with Miss Pegier's orchestras.
A 10 45 pm school supper at Mersiwin High School ended in chaos when someone tampered with the coffee and milk dregs. An empty oil tin and a note about a prank surfaced as students faced pea supper and a disrupted program.
At the Horsham Town Council monthly meeting Councillor Bolton cited a Royal Automobile Club of Victoria letter about sign boards. The ACV would provide boards if erected, and the council agreed. The Mayor Dr Barnes noted a direction had been confirmed at the Firebrace Street south turnoff into Callamons parade.
Gordon Anderson, a former 9 Murrayville Wheat official, enters the race to contest the Wimawera to Mp seat as an independent. He is described as a prominent local figure and ex 4 cent speaker with wartime service in the Tth Battalion and later a commission in the Indian Army.
Mivhime Griffiths declares a new venture will begin on July 1. She notes no customers yet for their gene ros sapperp offers but promises harmonious counts, Treks and milliners with fresh goods and a high standard. Opportunity awaits.
Horsham Theatre management says progress scores of the Testis will be screened during evening performances. A direct line from Hor sham 3 H & stilio has been installed to the operating box and patrons will be advised of every interesting event during the night show.
Miss TH Pouter of the Colonial Gas Association Ltd visits Horsham to advise housewives on optimizing gas usage. She will attend the gas showrooms at 7 Wilson Street this evening from 7:30, offering discussions on gas comfort and installation with interested residents.
Haven and Riverside residents attended a Riverside ball meeting Monday night where A. 8. Rodgers spoke for the Primary Producers Restoration League. The Riverside Haven branch was formed with J. Devlin as president and A. Parish as secretary treasurer.
A national jamboree to be held at Frankston welcomes about 1000 Scouts and leaders. Similar gatherings have drawn tens of thousands in London in past years, with plans to repeat every four years. Mr. C W Game of the Victorian Boy Scouts Association promotes reduced fares and early entries while Horsham hosts speakings to parents and town leaders.
The Hor sham Tent of the Rechabites held its May meeting with the installation deferred to June due to business. Officers inducted by Past Chief User T. Crouch and assisted by Past Whief Ruler 2 Lewis included Chief Ruler A Vollins and Deputy Ruler ?. Treasurer 7, Seater, and other posts were filled. junior superintendents were sworn in. Members visited Tung Tety for its anniversary. sick pay totaled £25 15s, four new members joined. G Seater named tent representative to the Melbourne annual meeting for the Centenary conference.
Mr. Cy Schurmann of Natimuk reports meeting Carl Schurmann who was married at Natimuk Police Court last week for possessing an unregistered wireless set.
The Federal Cabinet met briefly and adjourned after under three hours. It will reassemble on June 1st at Kerra Jbue, aiming to dissolve the meeting and enable the Premiers’ Conference. Ministers debated timing and UAL leadership, with unity on taxation reforms to be pursued.
Teenight features "Men Must Fight" and "Tilly and Go" with Dison Wynyard in a commanding feminine role alongside John Barrymore in "Taspantin and the Empire" and Sylvia Sidney in "Jennie Gerhardt" plus "Purse Strings" as the supporting film detailing a modern marriage crisis.
The weekly meetings attract strong attendance as the St John’s group reports growing interest in the ETOUp system. Members praise Miss B Fer kindes and Miss M Barker for loyalty, while Miss Burton marks 14 years of service. Miss Arthur from the Tuse Hospital gives an engaging talk. A cheerful gathering with a surprise benefactor donation from Mr AL Wehards of Bartonestrom supports the room safety fund.
In Morita Horsham and Jung aid Dave North officials set for judging by the young farmers club at the Stitle tis leer rominemced. Hershey etal will see Jibs test under conditions in Tee tuebe bitt er this vere. Some chambers in the district have not entered and parents of likely entrants are invited to watch the judging on Monday.
Melbourne stock brokers allegedly act for several clients seeking 1,000,000 in facilities. State advice notes town roving finances with 3 percent interest and possible price controls. Commonwealth Government considers names and subreceivers, with many applications likely delayed and only partial stock or bond allotments for investors.
Thirsty Wilfred George Nicholas, 21, of Benam-Ta, was remanded in custody today in Melbourne after Clifford Joseph Warkes, 22, charged in the same case, testified Nicholas confessed to shooting Markus during a confrontation with the victim’s friend.
Fragmentary text notes a debate within the party over referendum reform and redistricting. It mentions parliamentary work, a claim the redistinction of elects mitet will be gone, and a chance for Gre poppy to address the question by a referepane.
Jury convicts Arneet Edwards and co defendants of manslaughter in the death of Willka Melwwish at Glen Biews camp. The judge sentences current proceedings with Emerey Bielwuhils noted in the court record.
The Water Board reports a drastic supply drop with Teddington Weir yielding 310 million gallons, far below the normal June average. Authorities warn the drought mirrors a century and a half of dry spells, prompting reduced allocations and a seven-day relief plan.
Estimates show global wheat stocks totaling about 1.0 million tons, down from roughly 60.6 million on the corresponding date in July. The report highlights tighter supplies and shifting stock levels across major producers.
President Honsevelt outlines relief measures for widespread hardship caused by drought in the nation. He notes relief efforts may include aid to affected areas while weather delays hamper recovery efforts.
The relatives of Commander Alan Chemot Casey RAN allege his death was caused by his dismissal from the Navy for medical fitness reasons. They assert a health report contradicted the dismissal and demand an inquest into his death. The case notes a possible suicide, with no clear confirmation.
Melbourne judge Weidtait convicts Nunnekah bank officer Kenney Galbraith TR of felonious omission to record a 230 pound 20 shilling deposit at Janney and Duval. Galbraith pleads guilty to thievery and receives an 18 month term at the General Sessions.
Fragmented notice details a by election in London with names and conflicts unclear. References to candidates and local figures are garbled and partial. The text mentions deaths and forfeited seats but lacks coherent facts or dates.
In London the House of Lords discusses wartime debts to America. Lord Stanton, leading the government, says Britain has honored prior terms but seeks a new settlement with America at a time favorable to the American government.
The Railways Department reports minor shifts in revenue for the recent period. Passenger revenue stands at £77, with a £7,814 deficit versus last year. goods and livestock rise to £120,702, after a £USOTA increase, while dining services fall by £700. Total ten day revenue reaches £74,580, down £24,950, and annual power revenues total £81,197, down £2,246 from prior years. Rotary Club receives charter in Ballarat ceremony with visiting dignitaries and gifts.
Police allege Fra A Brien aged 34 killed his wife and three children then died by suicide at Richmond, with the suspect later deemed not guilty by insanity. The case sparked a mental examination and long court proceedings.
The conference discussed a forty hour per week proposal with Goreva and French union delegates supporting it. Dateline Plovers representatives opposed the plan citing potential production cost impacts.
Railway workers face a ten percent wage reduction under a financial policy. The measure aims to cut costs across the board while providing partial protections for certain staff. Public and union responses are mixed as the policy proceeds through negotiations.
Paris reports the Finantwe Commission approves government credit measures to aid France. The plan covers land, air, and sea defense with new credits and aid for defense devices and systems. Officials indicate swift action will follow.
A collision on Ballarook road between a wagon driven by W J Keena and a motor car driven by W G Miller injures both men. Keena suffers a broken left leg and facial injuries from glass. he is admitted to the hospital.
In Wyre Micknabers Court Chris Gomez was fined five pounds on each charge and given ten days imprisonment for assaulting his mother Mina Merie Gone and for resisting a constable. The mother, an invalid pensioner, testified Gomez entered Saturday evening, struck her, and broke a glass. Gomez fled, was chased, jumped onto a moving car, and struck at the pursuing officer before being handcuffed.
A Tungamah Shire conference on the Closer Settlement Act urged amendments to protect shire councils from future land rate liabilities. Delegates warned many municipalities cannot operate without government security for rates on closer and soldier settlement lands. Doctors Wasdleson Smyth Peters argued national responsibility and warned revenue losses threaten local governments, noting a debt of £220000000 and widespread hardship.
Report notes no official statement yet but air fare is expected to come solely from Matfield Aerodrome. The plan suggests machines will be started by a tag at half-minute intervals, with a communication system linking the aerodrome.
The Daily Herald reports Germany plans a large Reichmark devaluation to lift exports by increasing price competitiveness against Britain. The move targets broader sales overseas and could affect European trade dynamics during the period.
Elna Waugh, second eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Waugh of Kaniva, fell from a horse she was riding. She was unconscious when found and medical examination confirmed concussion of the brain.
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