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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1951
Page
1
A 27 year old war violinist Gloria Foley recently returned from Europe to Australia after living under police state conditions. She says she now seeks anti-Communist freedom and reflects on her experiences abroad and at home.
The Horsham council heard Dr L E Reid describe dangerous pedestrian congestion in Firebrace Street on Fridays as crowds block the way. A Horsham Progress Association proposal urged Keep Left signs and repainting white lines from the penny drive on the footpath, with the council voting to erect signs and push public education to stay to the left.
Horsham council pressed to have the by law enforced after Dr W J Morson urged police cooperation. He cited worsening congestion and vehicles parked near the 20th Century Theatre and Firebrace Street. The council tabled actions to request more police and to inform tourist firms while considering traffic diversion via McPherson Street.
Victorian Transport Regulation Board Inspector Mr. C. H. Gilder in Horsham declared no excuse for drivers lacking permits for loads. He noted low permit fees in Victoria versus NSW and explained permits can be obtained by phone with a telegram approval, valid for part time use until payment.
A minor blackout occurred on Gleed Street around 15 minutes past the hour on Tuesday as lights in several homes failed for about 20 minutes. The incident affected local residents and caused brief disruption before power returned.
A local council discussed a rigorous approach to curb law breaking with a plan to strictly enforce rules on hedge heights and property maintenance. The debate included potential penalties, enforcement methods, and concerns about fairness, with residents urged to comply or face action.
District Employment Officer Horsham L Bowden urged students and apprentices to seek national service deferment. Applications must be lodged within 21 days of receiving a registration certificate, with grounds citing mid year calls disrupt studies.
Stowell Borough Council debates extending train services amid coal shortages. Premier McDonnell and Transport Minister Hyland reportedly back deputation led by J. Morton and W. J. Milius MLA. Rail restoration depends on coal supply, with concerns over Melbourne and Overland service cancellations delaying Thursday mail delivery.
The derailment happened at Kelsall Street crossings toward the stonebers line. The cause was runaway points not chocked after opening as a precaution against spare trucks. An engine pulled the tender from the ice, then to Aranek for overhaul, with another engine carrying trucks to Roseberry for repairs.
A farmer was severely gored in the leg by a bull at a Vernon County farm during milking hours on Tuesday night. The injured man, identified as Smith of Gries Place, was admitted to the hospital with multiple stitches after the attack.
Mr. Hunter nears the end of his Wimmern tour speaking at Apsley Goroke Natimuk and Dim boolean. He noted unanimous support from Natimuk growers and described broad backing in Minglp Warrack, Donald, Birchip and Horsham areas once full facts were explained. He cited administrative costs of one eighth of a penny per pound and urged ongoing active discussion.
The post office will open for one hour next Monday from 9 to 10 am as announced by the postmaster in Harsham Mr Lowe. Telegram and mail service will be available during the hour and other shops and offices will be closed for the day in Hor eam.
Mrs Anderson of Horsham, a longtime fundraiser for the Wimmera Base Hospital, received the MBE in recognition of her charitable work. She has raised over £12,000 for the hospital across decades, starting collections in 1920 and continuing with hospital events and drives across the region.
The council approved gifting a block of land fronting Robins Street to the Arnot Stem for any purpose the council desires. The grant aims to support the community, with the specific recipient Gratierh granted rights to use the land as needed.
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