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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1921
Page
6
Fragmentary text mentions ballots, workers, rates, and a “BIG FIGHT” with references to international topics and marine engineers. Specifics are unreadable, but the snippet suggests electoral results and labor issues amid unrelated maritime notes.
Fragmentary text references Mitchs, Fareo, and a date 27 with unclear events. Mentions retailer, flow, and various garbled terms. Unable to determine clear people, places, or outcomes from the given readable fragments.
A dramatic court scene features Vincent Hymdoe found guilty of forging and uttering authority to obtain money for the Returned Soldier League. He allegedly drew a revolver as the verdict was read, the judge stating the weapon did not explode, and Hymdoe collapsed then claimed innocence as the presiding minister and officials considered the outcome. The report also mentions theft of drapery and funds recovery efforts linked to the case.
Obituary notices report the death of Warracksaben resident David Augustus Edwards aged about 74, born at Port Fairy with four children and a long Victoria life, a service at Balmoral cemetery. John Thurston also died, aged 80, longtime Me resident with a broad family. The notices note the graveside rites led by Reverend Kemsey Church of Emgivnd and reference local interment at Balmoral cemetery.
Australia maintained winning form as Tennyson and Maley starred with resilient batting to chase 131, Andrews and Bardley opening for a fluent start, Remnant and Wagt bowled fiercely but Australia rallied to reach the target with Bardley, Andrews, and Durston contributing. The match featured strong bowling from England and a notable display by Australia's pace attack and fielding in a high stakes test.
Great interest centers on the Horsham and Warracknabeal game for the Winmere trophy with a large Warracknabeal crowd expected to travel by special train. Teams and past results are noted, along with local football developments, protests and administrative actions.
In a North Western Association meet at Horshaut, Misfit won the Welter Race while Shining Star took the prize in the trial event. Winners at Maryborough included Marlborough Taees and the Welter for farlinge, with bets around 5 to 4.
A men s handwea day event next month will be organized with volunteers taking turns in alpha order to run rounds in the afternoon. The proceeds go to support elix funds and a forthcoming club meeting to discuss a proposed golf hall.
Amid ongoing debate over foreign policy and dominion relations Prime Ministers and officials conduct interviews as Britain seeks to reassure allies. Reports from Times and other papers reference South Africa Canada and Australia, with plans for a conference naming and potential policy adjustments ahead of August travel.
The report notes British and Zionist tensions in Mesopotamia and Palestine after the armistice. It cites reduced rationing capacity from 700 000 to 200 000, estimated yearly expenditures of up to 35 million pounds in the region, and potential formation of an Arab government or state allied to Britain. It warns Arabs fear Zionist migration and says Britain may reduce garrisons while pursuing settlement policies in Syria.
The Victorian June wool sales in Geelong show strong demand with high averages. Private sales of wool suggest the market can absorb around 16 000 bales, while the week’s auctions featured large lots and steady bidding. Leading firms Dentius Lascelles and partners reported healthy forward lots and continued active competition among buyers.
Tender notices for groceries provisions and funerals goods and supplies announced by the Bywater Board of Munugs. Auctions cover half year ending December 12 and June 2 with full values provided by the secretary at the hospital.
The ad promotes Bim MAG and Bimeated Magnesia as instant relief for digestion and fear of eating, urging readers to buy at a chemist and check the wrapper for the trademark to ensure product quality. It notes the quick digestive benefit and cautions against imitation.
Fragmentary OCR lists church services and preachers across locations including Horsham Greenland Vectis Bast Kalree Remew and Remeaw with times around 11 am 2 pm and an afternoon session. Names like Jay Watson S Pengelly Wong and G Wo appear, but many words are garbled.
Fragmentary text lists church, evangelist, speakers and page counts including Bert Millar Albert Boswell and Mr. Haven. It offers a welcoming message but lacks coherent details or dates.
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