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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1923
Page
5
An unreadable OCR fragment references a Presbyterian church event or service with notices about removal and terms. The garbled text mentions Lake Street and a local meeting place, with personal names and dates not clearly legible.
Fragmented OCR text references Methuen and surrounding areas with unclear names and events. The readable portions mention community news, possible notices, and local figures, but specific actions, dates, or outcomes are not discernible.
A fragmented letter discusses defense mall concerns and wartime plans. It references preparing to defeat a threat and mentions officials, dates, and names in a tone of urgency and vigilance.
Condensed report reflects tangled cable notes from London sourcing wartime diplomacy and German negotiations. It mentions Allied and German positions, potential coercion, and references to officials and places with fragmented names and unclear dates. Troop movements and political strain appear amid uncertain phrases and partial quotes.
Disagreeable next portions forced cancellation of the planned match between the Horsham Club and the Bat Golf Clubs at Ararat on Saturday the 6th. Local lake activity drew a crowd though course conditions were not ideal for gelding with water pooling in rough areas. Wigley led the day with 78-6-72 while other scores included Mefiinn 74 and Goody 78. The Canadian foursome event saw Cathcart and Marding win at 47-10-17 with a large field and arrangements urged for new partners.
A notice records a committer meeting for the Horsham Trotting event to be held at the Town Hall Friday evening at o clock.
In a drenched Wimmera League clash at Ararat, Horsham and Ararat battled through near continuous rain as wind and poor ground shaped a tight contest. Ararat led 3 4 to 2 2 in a rough, defensive third, with Calahy and Mellan scoring for Ararat and McCleunan and Coutts among Horsham’s best as the game wore on under worsening conditions.
A fragmented, period style report details a dowdy wedding at Aniguwny Labor Hall with a long procession, satin gowns, pink accents, and a large guest list. It mentions the brides and their families, ceremonial attire, and a reception tied to May 3 with dances and supper.
The notice records the death of infant William Samuel iorge, son of Wr wet Mes Geo Corks, after three days. Also reports the death of Amines Boneh, aged years, a contractor formerly of Ararat, at Horsham Hospital. Condolences are extended to the families.
Ararat led by strong marks from Crenmane and Brady secured a 5 goals 8 behinds to 2 goals 8 behinds finish, while Horsham fought hard through Me Chowan Sheahan Lei Coutts and Jokneun, but Ararat's backs, especially Homburg, kept the ball from the goal mouth. A rough but spirited contest ended with Ararat in control and Horsham needing a late surge that never materialized.
The report lists AFL style scores with several teams such as Melbourne South Melbourne Carlton St Kilda and Prahran. It includes goals and behinds figures like Melbourne 0 16 and Carlton 5 19 and notes associations with Williamstown Brunswick and Hawthorn.
At the Inet meeting of Horslau AAA branch President J T Armstrong lauds the Chief Vice President's uplifting discourse from the previous meeting. He credits strong ANA enthusiasm led by Mr Ginn and urges wider member engagement. Directors to extend thanks for the recent address and prizes donated for the forthcoming half year.
Partial ledger notes show Wimmera Shire payments totaling £62 1/3 with valuations for 085 raised. Reported outstanding balance and receipts indicate £787 6 in total repived to date while Borough of Horsham town hall records were unavailable last night for further details.
The continued wet spell holds up farming operations in Natimuk district with a few weeks of fine weather hoped for. Rain during the week slowed seedling work while land remains slow to dry. Sunday school anniversary at Methodist Church noted, with services led by Hey Thompean and children led by A Woolmer. Notices seek household help and hospital probationer posting with applications via secretary WG Hell.
Fragmentary notice promotes a comedy The Rage of Paris and Down on the Farm with David Wark Griths News Picture. Westminster Glee Singers from external cathedral choirs perform era of songs including English quartets and Welsh and American tunes.
Tenders are invited for the construction of a brick school at Minnipla and for related materials. Tenders close on Saturday. Specifications and further details may be inspected at J. I. Braly's Merchant.
Ambiguous notice references guardianship and a warning about the propriety of actions. The text names unclear parties and procedural advice, with incomplete phrases suggesting a legal procedure or claim related to guardianship and property.
The Public is invited to attend the unveiling of a memorial tablet honoring the late Ex raytain We Wright. Chief Officer Marshall will perform the ceremony at Pine Brigade Hall on Wednesday at 415.
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