Flannel Fabrics and Manchester Yard Goods Ad
An advertisement lists fabrics for sale including worth 1/6 yard blousing flannel and lue and wincetttes in stripes. Prices shown as 6d per yard and Manchester fabric noted.
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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1932
Page
7
An advertisement lists fabrics for sale including worth 1/6 yard blousing flannel and lue and wincetttes in stripes. Prices shown as 6d per yard and Manchester fabric noted.
Eight thousand tons of wheat and four thousand tons of flour are loaded for shipment from Williamstown as part of a large Soviet order totaling nearly 38 000 tons. The deal includes payments in London on loading, with specific ships and origins listed. The arrangement features prompt payment by the Soviet and independent quality checks at port, reflecting new trade and price exchange dynamics between Australia and the USSR.
Australia reports a steady rise in flour exports for 1930 1931 and 1932 with nine month totals reaching 6 955 060 centals 7 437 643 centals and 9 049 325 centals valued at 2 710 683. Hawker notes gains in Hong Kong Netherlands East Indies China Japan and other eastern centers while price factors influence market distribution. A London suggestion to include flour in promoted trade benefits is under review.
A new latex processing technique, developed in Europe and now licensed by the Dunlop Perdrian Co in England, produces lightweight durable polyurethane like cellular sponge rubber. It enables high strength upholstery for public transport and other goods, with improved comfort and long life, including car seats and gloves.
Archdentom Bes of Ararat denounced an extensive transatlantic book‑selling propaganda during a Holy Trinity Church of England service. He warned that agents from California and New York attack Christian faith and church unity, causing distress among families and sparking hysteria in Victoria.
A proposal before the Chief Secretary to empower Victorian police to fine motorists on the spot for minor traffic offences is strongly opposed by the Royal Automobile Club of Victoria and by the police. Critics say it mirrors British methods and could invite bias, corruption, and court congestion. They argue fines should remain in the hands of established courts to ensure fairness.
An American insurance company may claim saloons are not as safe as open tourers but the statement is too sweeping. Safety depends on build. Modern saloons with pressed steel bodies and Triples Glass offer greater protection, with all steel one piece bodies that do not crumple.
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