Council May Build New Auditorium Report Reveals Cost
Hor sham Town Council debated a proposed new hall after a consultant warned the existing structure may crack. A new hall would cost about £6500 and a special meeting will follow a financial report by the Town Clerk. The fountain's removal was opposed by the majority. The mayor was Dr J Barnes, with councillors Wilmoth Hutchesson Smith Bowen Bieske Menadue present.
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Horsham
Dr. J. Barnes
R. J. Wilmoth
Lt. Hutchesson
W. Smith
R. Charles
L. Bowden
R. Bieske
J. E. Menadue
Municipal offices expansion plan discussed with Hubinshed report
Colonels and committee reviewed architect Hubinshed’s report on new municipal offices under construction. A proposal to add a pret room entrance was raised. concerns over wall support, buttresses, and potential cracking were debated. Estimated extra cost for a larger hall would be about £6500, with overall value rising due to remodeling savings. The Town Clerk to prepare a report on the pavilion for a special council meeting soon.
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Hubinshed
Joe Bwmioe
Une
Suunewiors
Taughent
Inspection of Abattoirs and Aerodrome Site Reported
The council committee conducted inspections of abattoirs Recreation Reserve and dressing sheds aerodrome site options along the Wimmera River and Solomit Building. The report notes satisfactory work with minor interior staining issues at the recreation complex and proposes arrangements for painting and a contractor allowance.
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Wimmera River
Wimmera
Tream
Victorian Railway Crossing Proposal In Horsham District
Dr Whitneth reports on interview with Mr Clapp chair of Victorian Railway Commissioners regarding Wawunna road crossing. He notes council sought subway plans but the department is busy. A 60 ft bitumen approach is quoted at £20, rail yard work costs around £3500, with a 30 ft track width proposed. The council may fund £520 upfront with half to be repaid later, contingent on Clapp's approval and council endorsement.
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Whitneth
Clapp
Victorian Railway Commissioners
Comeil
Wawunna Road
Horsham North
Horsham
Railway Staton
Railway Avenue
Mr. Watts
Requisites For New Offices Horsham Area To Be UsI
Council plans new town hall offices with heating and climate control options. Architect evaluated coke and oil fired radiators, air cooling, and gas appliances. Quotes reviewed for central heating and telephones. gas demo deferred until Gas Company demonstrates console heaters. Bricks for inner walls to be Horsham bricks where possible. architect to verify burn quality. Electrical system chosen with a central coke boiler and two additional radiators. two more radiators added in supper and foyer. Gas installations planned for kitchen. overall cost and procurement under review.
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Council
Council For Inopeetcom Tetephiers
Intersiier
Dtetograph Tele-\Phonies Ltd
Buddle
City council backs tree planting drive for Sunnyside Park
The Outlands Fuk committee seeks to replace damaged trees with a plan to plant 200 new trees, funded by the mayor. A garden committee will approve a suitable tree type and location along David Street while replacing dangerous electric wires. The effort aims to restore tree cover this year with curator oversight and community support.
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de Mieniniue
Outlands
Wave Tree
Dé Baneg
Atc
Apex Club
Menedue
Bleske
Sunnyside Park
Fountain removal on Firebrace Street debated by council
The May council meeting considered petitions seeking removal of the Firebrace Street fountain to ease traffic. Supporters argued seven accidents nearby since October and police caution. opponents cited sentiment and public safety. The mayor and several doctors urged keeping the fountain or relocating it, and motions failed or passed on various related public works and footpath repairs.
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Duuimes
Fountain
Firebrace Street
Prabaline
Spain
Charles
Millar
Morchad
New South Wales Crb
Millard
Bieskewid
Town Council Minutes Highlight Street Lighting and Budgets
The council discussed public lighting and hoardings with the Finance Committee. They recommended street light installations at key intersections and along Delville and Dertot streets, plus restoring the engineer in charge’s salary and approving several municipal payments.
Gras Tennis Courts Financing and Planting Plans
The gardens committee and Gras Tennis Club discuss building eight grass courts and four bitumen courts with tenors of rental to cover expenses. Estimates A through E outline construction and ongoing costs for various court configurations, including area and equipment. Council will review in committee and await a further report on tree topping and planting along local roads.
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Gust
Horsham Lawn Tennis Club
Stawell Road
Hagulton Road
Country Roads Board
H.W. Ranford
David
Eueet
Poorstead
Railway Rene
Voltage Regulation Report on Outlying Districts
A preliminary report by consulting engineer D B Smith on voltage at the power house and in outlying districts shows voltage well below Order in Council limits. It outlines costs to bring voltage to 480 volts and to prepare for a future AC switch over, with estimates awaiting further data.
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D. B. Smith
Order In Council
Counell
David
Witton
Urquhart
Firebrace
Decen Road
Nouth- Yabc
A.C
Othe Wike
Consisfersbie
Bmilth
Foundations Completed for 600 hp Neon Siena Engine
Electrical engineer Mr E Connell y states foundations for the 600 hp engine and rotary converter for Neon siena are finished. Neon sim cables completed and the converter set was designed in Melbourne on June 33. Electricity north of the railway was cut May 23 from 6 to 10 pm to allow green concrete work beside the existing 300 hp engine. Mayor commends job, noting completion in 24 hours with no complaints as workers ran from 2 pm Saturday to 2 pm Sunday.
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E. Connelly
Melbourne
Woollen mill proposal seeks council aid and site details
Horsham council considers inviting a woollen mill and other large industry, with Mr Friedman presenting four potential sites near roads and utilities. Mayor supports industrial growth but demands site location and utility cost specifics before committing. Council to request written cost estimates and discuss infrastructure needs including roads water sewerage and electricity.
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Wollen
J. Fried
Horsham
Ayadi 1 Eate Ce
Friedman
Cere
Unemployment Tax Debate At Williamstown Council
Town Clerk requests council support to cut unemployment tax after fewer unemployed men. Dr Menachy and Dr Wilmoth clash over politics versus policy. Mayor supports delay, council votes five yes three no on the motion.
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Williamstown
Dr. Menachy
Horsham
Wilmoth
Cotnesh
Visitor's Criticism of the Gardens
A Melbourne resident A J Bampton complains the Horsham Botanic Garden camping conditions do not meet the guide book standard. The Mayor questions responsibility while the Town Clerk cites council proof. The council plans improvements including gas water and sewerage access and development of the western area with wardens to ensure better amenities.
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A. J Bampton
Melbourne
Horsham Botanic Gardean
KACV
Silent cops plan proposed for intersec traffic control
Dr Charles Cheries submitted a plan for silent cops at intersections and no parking zones. He cited Melbourne Sydney Tasmania New Zealand as examples and quoted a traffic superintendent calling it the only practical solution. Dr Bowden supported silent cope and a safety council recommendation. The mayor opposed immediate adoption and the matter was referred to the works committee for report at the next meeting.
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Charles
Charries
Melbourne
Sydney
Tasmania
New Zealand
Bowden
Bt Safety Council
Crafe
Cherie
Weetmers
Cr. Miyake
Pirebeses Arcot
Wilmot
Charter
Howden
Mayor Pushes Bicycle Racks to Ease Street Traffic
The mayor urged city action on bicycle accommodation in streets. He proposed side street racks to prevent bikes from leaning on posts and blocking drains, reducing hazards for cars and pedestrians. Council carried the motion and will report back next meeting. The Country Roads Board inquiry on purchasing a spray at £290 led to a hire recommendation with fallback options if hiring fails.
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Chamber of Commerce
Tyhia
Works Committee
Charles
Couc
Boaru
Stillle Aires
Gunst
Wefal Viclicivens
Delirmtessen
Unclear OCR fragment hints at upcoming sale and schedule
Fragments describe a close down and Sunday event with June timing, a ranches sale listing, and assorted numbers. It mentions 100 pm class diagnostic, Saturday closing, and a descriprin sale item for Mare n with 320 gm clusters.
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Werthin
Ted
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