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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1935
Page
5
The firm promises sympathy and tact in funeral services with 40 years of experience. They offer guidance on mortuary arrangements aligned to financial means and uphold a high standard, listing A F Weight & Sons at 25 Wilson Street, Horsham with after hours contacts.
In loving memory of my dear husband and our dear father who died suddenly on June 18 1926. He had a nature you could not help loving a heart purer than gold. His memory will never grow cold to those who knew him and loved him. Inserted by his wife and family.
A memorial note recalling Edith May Reid who died on 15 June 1933 and May who died on 15 June 1953. Messages from children, sisters in law Abby Nellie mother and father and siblings. The notes honor their memory with words of love and gratitude.
Wire from Melbourne reports milling wheat and oats values with ranges for barley maize and potatoes. Potatoes and onions show typical price bands, while chaff rises to £4. Wheat price in Horsham noted yesterday as 2/9 per bushel.
Members of the Taxpayers Association welcomed the premier’s readiness to abolish retrospective taxation assessments. The deputation’s argument was heard but not granted by the previous government, though concerns about easy access to officials remained.
The text attacks taxing policy as unstable and revenue driven, citing cases where courts and tax authorities altered interpretations harming business. It notes a Victoria manufacturing venture risking 300 jobs and a £100,000 enterprise facing potential new tax judgments, urging the Premier to remove the anomaly.
The article outlines a proposal to fund £102,000 of a £401,000 nine-town sewerage scheme in Victoria with a third share from the Commonwealth. Towns include Kerong, Bairnsdale, Shepparton, Lenolla, Castleville, Em uilton, Kyneton, Dandenong, and Warragul. Labour needs and project costs are detailed amid ongoing state federal correspondence.
Six officials from Wangaratta Base Hospital visited Horsham on Sunday and met with President, Secretary, and Mrs. The group toured the hospital, compared layouts, and reviewed January machinery and steam plant during their inspection. The visitors also toured hospitals in Geelong, Bendigo, Colne, Warracknabeal and Stawell.
At Horsham Police Court on Tuesday hawkers licences were granted to Richard Barnes George Rickell James Shillington Luccaaghwnd Robert Byres.
Weather reports note widespread rain since the weekend with substantial totals in the wheat belt. Registrations show varied shower amounts from Swan Hill to Underbool and Quambatook, with notable figures at Natimuk and Dimboola. Forecasters expect improved sowing conditions though some districts report scattered showers and foggy, frosty conditions east to north.
Tangible recognition for doctors chemists and hospital staff emerges from the monthly committee meeting. The president notes good work and a proposed annual payment of 100 to state funds, to be divided among actors. chemists may receive up to 30 pounds, with two-year support, as the committee plans interviews and formal agreements.
The Horsham Town Lals annual ball, decorated and hosted by the Horsham Fire Brigade, drew visiting crews in uniform. MC W Gleeson praised the event, the supper by the Ladies committee, and the dance by the Westa orchestra, with a hoped profit around £30.
A fragment from a 19th century column references Brown Eyed Rit Ford Charlton in a terse note. The readable bits suggest a local mention or rural social item without clear action or outcome.
A fragment notes EL Thomas, a dentlet, visiting ELT on Friday to consult at the exchange. The garbled lines suggest a brief meeting or discussion tied to the exchange location.
A large group gathered at Dring South on Tuesday June 6 for an enjoyable evening of dancing and card games. The report includes garbled names and stray phrases reflecting a local social event with thanks to a district hospital and comments on a Monte competition.
About 500 trees were planted at Horsham schools endowment site on Wednesday by scholars teachers and school supporters. Since 1987 roughly 4000 trees have been planted with 60 percent living thriving after drought years. Credit to Mrs Inlayson D Clark J R Browh KR Thornley W T Smith Remlaw and Hor ngham teachers for transport and support from Horsham Town Council and oil owners.
Tonight and Saturday feature The Merry Widow with Maurice Chevalier and Treanctio MacDonald in leading roles. The story blends romance and palace intrigue in Marshovin with vivid stage scenes and a celebrated Waltz. Also on offer are shorts and a color musical reel Star Night In Cocoanné Grove and Conan Doyle mystery The Triumph of Sherlock Holmes starring Arthur Wontner. Divo Denis O Neill sings Danny Boy Come Back To Erin Mountains of Mourne and more. Saturday tickets use block Bumbered seating.
In three months about 200 persons in the Division of Wannon were fined for failing to comply with the Commonwealth Electoral Act. Penalties included ten pounds for a first offence and higher totals for subsequent offences. notices obtained at all post offices.
The Horsham Football Club Queen competition shows growing votes with Miss Shieh Byrnie of Brimmien leading and Miss Becky Giddings of Fal Kee close behind with strong support. A police court order related to a separate case was obtained against Parfett with costs and a Money held dispute was noted in the proceedings.
In a halted discussion the Horshall Base Hospital and the Benevolent Society request a recess until the year’s end. The town’s inaugural appearance draws attention as residents await further action and official guidance on the matter.
A Horsham agricultural sub committee approved restoring the vegetable section at the 1930 show and adding seed planting classes including cabbages cauliflower carrots turnips and more. A broadcast address by president G G Woodgate on the movement's history is planned from Horsham at 3 45 p.m. next Wednesday.
B S Finkemeyer proprietor of "Matame Griffiths" advertises a winter sale featuring a complete clearance of winter fashion lines at greatly reduced prices. Emphasizes friendly service and reliable quality at Maidaine Griffiths 62 Fire Brace Street Worsham.
Town Hall meeting presided by Mayor Dr. J. Barnes agrees to plant an avenue on McPherson Street from Wimmera bridge to the railway crossing in honor of fallen soldiers. Vari varieties chosen ash jacaranda and red flowering iron bark. donations total £50 2/3 with £40 hoped from Horsham RSS.LAL auxiliary. relatives to plant trees. guards cost around £20 each.
The Young Australian League backs a tour of Australian girls to the Orient with ten reservations already made from a total of 0. A New Zealand representative is included. Ken Sito leads the Osakh Muainicni Economy Mission to Australia and favors the venture, predicting strong reception for the party in Japan. The piece notes limited ages and unclear details as the plan develops.
Fragmentary line reads age seven miswritten as eight point nine zero days per operation AR agoraRe. Lacks clear context or identifiable entities for a full summary.
An advertisement offers a 36 page baking book titled The Batter Way by J McAlpine & Sons. It features two color photographs of sponges scones cake and more and claims easy to follow tested recipes. Send name and address to obtain a free copy in Melbourne Abbotsford and act quickly due to high demand.
The Horsham Debating League opened at Methodist Jubilee Hall on Tuesday with the Methodist Young Men’s Club affirming the motion Is the Present International Nace for Armaments Menace to World Peace. The Church of God’s Men Society argued the negative as six speakers presented views. Adjudicator Mr. Kt. De Bielke awarded victory to the Methodist debaters by two points. individual tallies show J. Watts and F. Morcom as top scorers for the Methodist side.
Mr Dr Anderson of the Australian Wheatgrowers Federation told Dim hoola Agricultural and Pastoral Society that 30 percent of wheat growers were bankrupt or insolvent. He urged the adoption of Wheat Commission recommendations and requested support from federal MP Mr Scholfield and state MP Mr Lamb for marketing legislation.
J D Morton of Vacuum Oil Co. demonstrated Ethyl petrol in a standard car engine at Horsham Big Week. The test showed up to 10 percent more power under normal road conditions with the spark fully advanced and detonation avoided. Economy also improved with the higher anti knock fuel.
A fatal crash on the Coleraine road near Hamilton at noon on May 18 killed a driver identified as Mrs Walter Francis Chesser, 35, of Hamilton, and injured William M Charlton, 18, of Warrnambool. The deputy coroner held an inquiry finding accidental death while driving at dangerous speed amid unsafe rail conditions. Dr Fitzpatrick attributed death to brain injury and chest crushing. Charlton recalled Chesser attempting to corner at 704 miles an hour during a demonstration, then losing memory after impact.
A letter received this week praises the paper as an advertising medium and notes strong stock demand from the Horsham district. The extract is available for inspection at the office.
FiChanges report that Mr. Ithman of Coleraine will take charge of the branch shop of Mr. Keith Wilson on Wilson Street.
Shop property on Wilson Street Horsnam sold on Wednesday near Firebrace Street. Messrs Sawyer and Devlin acted for the seller. Purchasers were Messrs Siaddon Ptys Ltd of Colne. Price per foot estimated around £150.
The Waiata Maori Choir will give a concert at Horsham Town Hall on Thursday June 20 under the Methodist Church auspices. The group, famed across New Zealand for its Maori culture program, includes Polynesian music, haka dances, Maori and English songs, and dances, drawing large crowds in major venues.
The Horsham branch held its ordinary meeting with President W H Cox in charge. Accounts totaling 3 10 were approved for payment and three members were listed as sick. A £20 endowment cheque from J A Anderson was received for the branch.
The Horsham Butter Factory advertises today updated paying prices replacing those listed in the issue. Prices shown include 1, 114d and 104d DerIb, with the factory urging buyers to note new rates.
At the Horsham Apex Club dinner the members gave impromptu speeches after topics were drawn from a hat. Speakers included Apexinus Nattrass G Griffiths W Lawrence and V Sharpe delivering humorous remarks on subjects like Disease is a necessary evil and That Horsham is entitled to the status of a city.
Stray dogs attacked a flock of ewes on Af Tym's farm about three miles from Rafntioye. Approximately seventeen sheep were killed and many more injured, requiring destruction of the affected animals. خس
A record price level this season for tin and a strong wool market are noted as traders report Japanese buyers and a steady rate at closing from last week. Merino sales to 191d are mentioned with inquiries from Japan and Century the market ruled fully with firm action.
Fragmented notes recount convictions in a local parish judiciary during a drought affected season. Mentions of Mr N Rourke of United M aieral Association and delegates from New High Wales critique prospects amid poor rain. Also notes a civil hearing in Lance Court with names like Sir William Fine and Ernest Evers, and a Royal decree granting maintenance and desertion cases. Concludes with fruit grower concession talks in Adelaide cabinet offering 5 percent reductions and potential revenue impact.
The Hipon Council reviews a departmental request on art of returns and whether a city may waiv e water fees. A letter from the Semi for outlines the issue and a proposal to have a designated department handle the work with possible municipal assistance.
The Mount Barker Courier reports a council ban on publishing meeting reports, arguing the council lacks power to suppress such notices. Ign Elliott claims changes at a recent meeting were misrepresented and that the council's move faces opposition from many towns. The article notes district tension and debates over media access and governance.
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