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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1937
Page
7
After a spell of fine weather, Friday showers drenched the region ending in a steady overnight downpour totaling 98 points. The soaking improves seed germination prospects and prompts plans for sowing once more fine weather returns.
The Murton Agricultural Society held its annual meeting with the treasurer reporting a starting balance of £11 9s 10d, reduced to £2 2s 6d. 68 bags of wheat were valued at about £40. A. E. Sprake declined re election after 19 years as president. B. H. Evans elected president. H. G. Cram re elected secretary. A motion to urge Government to offer Murton Breezing Works for unconditional sale was carried unanimously.
Natimuk reports a three year old boy Graham Woolcock injured when the car hit a rut and shattered the windscreen. The town discusses flood control schemes for low areas with creek diversions under study. An annual district effort for Horsham Base Hospital raised funds in a sacred concert with £14 at the door and additional gifts. Community events include a tennis club wind up dance and a Ladies' Guild meeting with crafts prizes and handiwork displays.
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