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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1930
Page
7
District agents David Anderson and Co based in Horsham Natimuk and Goreke coordinate regional services. The firm handles property sales and consulting for clients across rural districts, emphasizing local knowledge, prompt responses, and professional guidance.
Commercial intelligence notes today market prices for provisions in Horsham. Butter sold at a listed rate, potatoes and bacon also shown with per unit and per quarter prices. Prices appear in old style currency and include various weights and measures.
Thursday notes show scrambled figures about wheat prices in Horsham and surrounding areas. Mentions include Barlow, Milne, and various currency marks with unclear amounts and destinations.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions overseas Intel, Horsham Tine, and New Zealand vigies with reservations. The exact event or entity is unclear, but references suggest a notes summary of international information sources and reserved items.
Florence Jane King, beloved daughter of William Henry King, died at home in Cheling West on June 1. She is survived by sisters Agnes and Newel as well as brothers Alfred, Cherrieit, Matthew, Arthur, and Allpe. Funeral details not provided.
A garbled bulletin references a past event as banners fall and hearts ache. It hints at a convoy or family crisis, mentioning sadness and perseverance despite turbulent times. Strong entities are scarce due to the text damage.
The article argues for stronger Britain Australia cultural ties through film and sport. It praises cricketers and cricket as drawing attention to Australia and promotes British productions and talkies over American ones to foster empire unity and reciprocal business. It notes entertainment as a tool in diplomacy and trade, urging support for British over foreign productions.
The Church of Christ in Kaniva appealed for help during hardship. Mrs Gill’s department arranged transport for eleven children, arriving in Horsham where sisters handed out warm drinks. A Queen competition funded the Alice Springs Hostel, with Mrs Littlejohn telegramming Mr R J Young to thank him as the Queen of Sports was crowned, and total funds reached £428.
Mer Rennison reported at the committee meeting that Mr Baskin earned the first 25 value in a gesture of appreciation. The group planned further thanks for hospital staff, noting hearing Mr Hoskin sing. A hospital collection drive gathered local interest with a meeting scheduled near Welwester for more detailed planning.
Tuesday hearing reports examinations of striatal defects and a review of the central contracts. Committee debates safety measures and recommends brace with zeros in Conner DMs. Hospital acknowledges thanks to numerous named individuals and families for support and donations.
The text lists numerous school names and places across regions but is partly garbled. It describes a scenario where a district inspector receives a report about hospitalizations or injuries linked to schools, with unclear actions and locations, showing many place names such as Creek, Mepsiain, Natimuk Lake, Will Fast, and Dr. Lock, among others.
The Methodist Ladies' Guild held its monthly meeting on a recent Wednesday in a large room. Mrs Allen presided and new officers were introduced. Invitations were sent by Miss Paps Kasie, with members enjoying light refreshments provided by several ladies.
Misfortune at a Horsham mill when a machine belt caused a worker to suffer a serious injury to his right forearm. He was hospitalized at Boxe Hospital and is said to be making satisfactory progress under treatment.
Fragmentary probate note shows Henry Josiah Harris estate issues. Court records discuss assignment to creditors and potential liabilities. unclear totals, with references to securities held by creditors and estimated property value around £140. The text is garbled and partial.
An advertisement item notes new welding and wedding frocks arriving weekly with bridal gowns, bridesmaids’ dresses, and accessories. Marketed by retailers with sizes ranging across the SW area, the notice promises steady stock and made to measure options.
The article outlines a new Stamp (Unemployment Relief) Act taking effect later this month for 13 months. It imposes a duty on salary receipts of at least £1 per week, charging one penny per £1 and fractions, with employers required to stamp on behalf of employees. It also touches on debates about language origins, critiquing the bow wow theory and noting historical linguistics views.
Secretary ALF. Catthed reports advice from the Chief Fisheries official to stock 0rling yearling trout above the Meken Creek Falls. Trout arrive February 20 from Ballarat. Wartook hatchery construction by J B L Cranage and OLOW Peehler proceeds. Once complete the hatchery will receive ova from Ballarat Acclimatisation Society. membership is 3 shillings.
A new group is dispatched to the Mirra Murra water project amid questions of progress. Subscribers are urged to continue payments as the committee plans a report on Monday detailing the ongoing works and recent donor donations from two ratepayers.
A theatrical season highlight promises the original operetta The Prince Consort directed by Ernst Vadja with Chevalier and MacDonald in key roles. The program includes Sing of the Cromidiers and Portis Stay the Same, plus a Lupine Lane comedy. Sunny Side Up with O'Farrell and Miss Gaynor leads the all talking act with Eskimo dance interludes.
A censor prohibits children aged six to sixteen from attending next week's matin exhibition at the Horsham Theatre. The embargo applies to the current session of The Lave Varade and its Queenon event, with no matinees in the program.
A. Arnott and Co advertises draught harness and winter saddlery including steel plows and plow shares, armour, tents, and cattle gear direct from Fergus and the best steel plowed hires. Location is 81 Firebrace Street, Horsham.
At the M C LOO F banquet in Perking's Cafe, Bro frine refuted the sister delegate's absence and urged a larger sister turnout, provoking mixed reactions from the crowd. Horsham branch reports a strong Poultry Breeders meeting electing officers, confirming 21 members and plans for a September poultry show with varieties including white leghorn and black or pingtons.
A plan outlines teachers and parents jointly preparing a morning tea for students. The proposal describes stationing helpers, distributing cups, and serving the beverage between 7 am and 1 pm, with duties assigned to fit the school day.
The Horskain Swastika Club held its second spot gathering Tuesday at Mechanics' Fretiate. Dancers entertained as Mr RR General partour won a spotlight wake Monte Catho event. a supper was served by Mr Peprine. Next dinner set for Toeaihe July. Club mentors urged attendance. footballers prize results announced May 8 with winners Myers H. Gillies and others.
A garbled notice describes an annual meeting of a local group on a June date with unclear location and a postponed sale previously set for Wednesday June 18. The text mentions Guin Winnow Funds and a postponement to a future date, with references to a sales event and a town meeting in vague terms.
The Rev. EL Petherick conducts Sunday services in Horsham at 11 am and 7 pm. A vesper service follows at 3 pm. In Horsham the twinning event will feature a Nature Study talk by Petherick and a presentation on hardship and resilience. The Horsham Cement meeting is scheduled for Wednesday at 7:20. The PW meeting on Wednesday afternoon drew good attendance with a debate on whether the Governor General should be chosen from Australian citizens, with Presbyterians backing the affirmative and HACHS the negative. All parishioners are invited.
The Church of Christ marked its seventh anniversary with evening services and spirited singing led by Mr Blair. The choir presented two fine anthems praised by Mr Helmer, with hopes to continue the uplifting spirit. A Maryborough preacher will lead morning service and Mr Payne the evening, offering a hymn-filled program. Attendance was strong.
Melbourne reports Prime Minister Scullin announced in parliament the government will place £1,000,000 on the estimates for next hour to be distributed among states for unemployment relief. Victoria will receive £257,000.
Aimy Johnson arrived at Newcastle to a grand reception with many thousands greeting her. She received numerous costly presents as the crowd cheered and celebrated the occasion.
Mr T Ashworth president of the Peers Federation claims the government leads the financial riot. He cites state municipal and public mobilizations with citizens participating amid widespread economic strain.
The Afiniater for Defencd Mr fipees states that the feeds of definer eleisign state will be transferred ce ther pilling servicer departments of retreme bin.
The Miniewer for Defence Mr Green reports that the Naval College will be transferred from the senior service to Plitders in Victoria. The decision reflects a strategic reorganization within defence, pending formal approval and relocation arrangements.
Disrupted air mail service halts operations for routes including Melborne Kehura Demtheaia Mae Narraotern Cyotaimunden Militurs Adelaide and Broken Hill due to the war era. Officials report no immediate resumption date while securing alternate delivery methods for affected regions.
Police Sergeant Shenker of the Federal police force faces dismissal after appearing to inquire into charges at an estate ariel litter processing site. The terse report notes his authorities and involvement in the case.
A dispatch from Aseatoninne describes rain making experiments conducted by Vee Veen of Laydon University. Military aircraft tested above the elomin area. A whewer of cain fell, causing a fatal event near Marken in the neighboring region.
Fragmented text reports district weather effects and economic concerns, noting frost impact on crops and power or work disruptions. Mentions a government response, stock implications, and regional conditions affecting farming and daily life in a multi-entity setting.
A large audience attended a concert at Sailtees Hall featuring amid a program with Mr Maller and Jenkin among performers. The event included a well received progression of pieces and addressed by Rev. Aula Sehnft and Rev. Wether Wasebairtte Althomel, with several local farmers discussing the garden grounds and community initiatives.
A report from Hieton describes a disastrous oil tanker incident as the Ablaae crashes near the coast. The Fairfax steamer and the Pinthix tanker are cited, with casualties and a passenger swamped by oil as the vessel splits and sinks within minutes. Several men are said to have jumped, while one passenger clings to debris and is rescued to Bristol.
A dispute from Carrotty claims the Bouthing of ttrarcont trleamen on the northwest frontier of Lolin is by his wife aiding the revolt. Femlers deserted by tear folhenets. Wreghe ot MW1igivus and Ned 6 serious elabhos injured, with others hurt in Barely.
A British airship capable of carrying passengers at a rate described as Wiggles an hour is to be tested or prepared for use. The fragment notes suggest plans for a large aircraft project, with emphasis on capacity and readiness, but details are incomplete and unclear.
Report states Stee Heaty Ségrave achieved speeds over 100 miles per hour in a motor boat trial with rival Mike Etictan. Details remain unclear but the test suggests the craft reached extraordinary velocity well beyond typical limits for the era.
Dispatch from Leipzig describes a chaotic chase involving a tank, revolver shafts, and machine gun exchanges amid a high profile crime. The attackers reportedly fled, marking one of the city’s most violent incidents in recent memory.
J A Miller presented a talk titled The Hope of the Word at Haven. The event drew local interest and featured remarks from MF Pernt with Punpinia serving in attendance.
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