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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1912
Page
6
A garbled OCR extract references a labor gathering with mentions of workers, strikes, a mayor, and multiple place names. The text names individuals such as Layne and Albert alongside organizations and dates, but the overall meaning is obscured by unreadable sections and errors.
The report notes diverse crossbred Merino and other stock chosen for wool tests. Superior crossbreeds are highlighted, with lines comparing short and long staple varieties and aiming for better commercial qualities. The document references specific animals and breeding outcomes to assess performance.
Rainfall figures show vale fall to Horsham with notes from the local post office in January 1913. February entries reference children and remedies including Woods Great Pepperumist Cure priced at 1/6. Partial items mention coughing and pepper cures, portions of names and places obscured.
A detailed record of a Wannon district political meeting outlines officer elections and candidate selections. J W Dower chaired the Horstuun branch with discussion on northern division appointments and the role of Electorate Committee in candidate approval amid local branch tensions and calls for joint ballots with allied groups.
A misty week day football match saw Horsham clash with Murton on their reserve ground. The game featured a rough start with crowding and disordered play, while Horsham coped with several missing men and a late surge from Murton led by captain Fartimetom and forward Sprake.
A chaotic Melbourne update reports a brawl at a house where a man demanded a key, Bray resisted and escaped while armed, and a gun was taken. Detectives arrested Frank Marys, a former barman, who denies involvement. Local construction plans aim to employ dozens as the Premier Watt promises jobs. The Federal meeting opened calmly while police warn against floozing. New Zealand agrees to withdraw ships from the Encouter squadron in exchange for cruise details. Government officials face protests over conduct, and a parliamentary report notes alleged failures amid cultural critiques.
A drowning accident occurred at Mall where Thomas Swale, manager of the Monk of Victoria, entered the water with others and failed to resurface. Scott salvaged himself, but Swale and a companion suffered exposure. Swale died at the scene. Widow and family discuss bereavement as inquiries begin.
A fragmented OCR fragment discusses an Inter State Liberal Conference with mentions of Melbourne Thuralias Acmertinge and a broader debate on federal authority regions trade and revenue. It references the Commonwealth government and interstate relationships, with vague notes on taxation and consolidation themes.
The article recounts heatedly how Rodere and supporters applauded a nomination refusal while Power urged yielding to the party’s welfare. It notes Rodere’s defense of acting for the party over personal ambition and mentions public reactions and party tensions amid candidate considerations.
Horsham battled to a hard fought 9 for 7 behinds victory over Ararat in a brisk Australian rules clash. Key contributions came from Sprake, Coutts, Milten, Wallis, and Errington with lively center work and accurate marking. Both teams showed strong teamwork and a friendly yet competitive spirit throughout the match.
A detailed report from the Pimpinio Gun Club covers a large shoot with strong attendance, the Pigeon match results, and a list of prize payouts. The article notes Steele and Calrossie among top performers, with a 50 pound pigeon event won outright by Calrossie. Additional notes describe forthcoming matches, courses, and club activities at nearby grounds and venues, including plans for future interclub contests and welfare of entrants.
A garbled 19th or early 20th century classifieds page lists WANTED notices for a widow with child seeking a housekeeper, a good general for a small family, a respectable person for a housekeeper on a station, a man for scoop work, and a note about boards and lodging. Locations include Horsham and nearby places such as Kelso Morton and Bry yMatitis, with apply by letter instructions to Mrs Ghorgh F Young and others, plus an ad for firewood and rooms for sale.
A complex colonial notice invites Australian women to nominate for a joint ballot in the federal election. The document lists organizers in Melbourne and Ballarat, calls for submission by a September deadline, and notes affiliated parties and campaign logistics. It mentions the Australian Women's National League and several local officials. The notice also contains unrelated ads and notices about knitting, painting, and lost items.
Messrs Tootell and Baum decided to part of their premises to carry on the motor business. They engaged a capable man to manage the new section and emphasize prompt care and engine work. A good stock of duplicales is to be maintained.
MISS VEN resumes millinery instruction in her Firebrace Street South shop. Single lesson one hour 1/, twelve lessons 7/6, eighteen lessons 10/8, terms in advance. Splendid assortment of new winter millinery feathers and flowers. Call and inspect stock at Firebrace Street South next Clarkeon’s.
Tucker's Furniture Arendy opens as a new butchering business and will receive customers soon. Local officials note the venture adds jobs and expands services for residents seeking meat processing and related supplies.
Sunday services at Horsham and surrounding churches include morning gatherings at Horsham Presbyterian, St Helen's, and ROSHACH with leaders like A Wright and Tomien Alter. Evening events feature Rev A Jodkins at BOTS EAST and Mr Harris at GREENLAND bam, plus Brimpan and Olden notices with scheduled times.
The listing notes services Sunday next with worship at 11 am, Bible School at 7 pm, and a Gospel Service. Subject is "The Lost Christ." At Polkеммет an evangelist F J Goodwin leads a Gospel Meeting at 10 with all heartily welcome.
The Goroke Oddfellows announce a grand supper and event at the Sound Hall. Tickets are sold by local organizers including Mr and Mrs Sitschke of Swordl Lui and secretary Wajable M Moonbicht. Proceeds aid the hall and community projects with date details noted as Friday and Wednesday in the notice.
Fragmented notice lists Doocen North Coursing Club events with dates in June and June 2 and June 6. Mentions a horse or dog stake for gold prizes, election notices for local polling, candidates Baines James and Strange Samuel, poll location at G Pelork, and timetable for counting at 2:00 PM.
A by election notice requests votes for a council seat vacated by Dr Mule. Signatories include W RODGEIS G KERSHAW and SAMUEL STRANGE. Polling day is Thursday next.
Miss A Bond notifies the Ladies of Horsham and District she will undertake sewing of garments. Postal inquiries answered. Address for contact given as 14 Humberley Street, Horsham, with mentions of a Chinese doctor and herbalist and a public notice date in June.
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