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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1922
Page
6
A North Western New South Wales boom sees men from all classes hunting rabbits for high skin prices. Reports say boys earn pounds and men collect skins worth substantial sums while a method using chopped thistle roots is popular.
The page lists scattered reports on wartime conferences, industrial plans, and community notices. It mentions a teleconference recording on a port project, talks about the Fares Union, and references to steel works, trade, and local events. Several personal notices and brief items follow, including a death notice for Charles Forbes Tracker.
London reports latest Irish results show Pro Treaty leading in key counties while Anti Treaty performs poorly. Notable shows include Erskin Builders falling to 372 votes in Wicklow and Mrs Pearse losing in Dublin County as anti treaty gains dwindle. Cathelic hierarchy endorses government actions against sectarian violence.
London reports a statement by De Valera on Ireland’s election defeats. He claims Ireland’s wider threat voted as Ringland desired but asserts Irish sentiments remain unchanged. He says the constitution is no draft and doubts Bail Kireann would pursue relief, stressing the public confusion and republican honesty.
The Prince of Wales returns to London amid a tumultuous reception at Paddington Station. He rode in a triumphal procession down beaconed streets lined by thousands of cheering subjects. Royal guards, crowds, and dignitaries marked the moment as a grand homecoming.
In London the government faced defeat in the House of Lords on a motion condemning the Palestine mandate as unacceptable. The opposition argued it breached pledges to the people of Palestine and ignored the will of its majority, with Lord Balfour asserting a mandate aligned with broader imperial policy.
A fragmentary report describes a Hague conference discussion on forming a general armistice under a supreme council. Key figures include the chair and various committee leaders, with names obscured in the OCR. The text hints at proposals about German and Soviet roles and a potential international agreement to restrain aggression.
In Paris authoritative quarters agree that a loan to Germany is necessary to prevent renewed strain in postwar recovery. France views the measure as essential to stabilize relations and the broader European situation.
Latest reports from United Service indicate Lenin has shown evident signs of overstrain. The dispatch notes tension and fatigue affecting his health, with officials cautious about progress and future events.
Fragmentary notes suggest a Davis Cup arrangement with France and Belgium in preliminary rounds. Mentions Australia, England, and opposition between Anelahe and Tron amid confusion over host locations and dates.
The sale disclosed uneven wool prices with declines in some grades and advances in clean lots. Buyers at Victoria and South Australia bought finer lot classifications while broader ranges saw no strong premium. Catalog sales featured multiple consignments from Fernbank Harrow and Lake View with mixed bidding and a small overall price adjustment.
The Director of Education says sympathetic consideration should be given to returned soldiers’ teachers. He notes a rising butter market in London and a serious shortage in supplies. Queensland holders are urged to ship every available box.
Archie Semmens, 37, surrendered after a shooting at Mrs Ada Eliva Maswell in Malvern. The incident occurred at her home yesterday morning when a revolver discharged as Semmens confronted Maswell. Detectives located the revolver on vacant land. Semmens is to appear at City Court tomorrow morning.
In a Victoria court today, Mes Field and related parties faced a verdict. The husband received six months for possession of stolen property. Damages awarded amount to one shill ig for Field and others. Proceedings address police seizure in a controversial search.
The Beltana arrives with a large immigrant party aboard, including many families seeking new lives. Officials report arrival details and the ship’s docking at the port.
A German seaman who broke his hand and went to the American Consul fell into custody yesterday. He faced a court on an offensive behavior charge but due to war stress his case was withdrawn and he returned to his vessel.
A shuffled fragment notes unemployment in Adelaide with unclear details. The readable portion mentions joblessness levels and local economic concerns without specific figures or dates.
The obituary items record the funeral of Jolie Smith at Horsham Cemetery with a large gathering and a list of mourners. It notes the death of Charles E. Turner in Ballarat and mentions N W Turner of Horsham as his kin. It recalls the life of minister Mr Michael Welsh aged 86 and the long service of Rev Henderson born 1820 in Dalpatrick Scotland who preached in Victoria and Balmoral and retired in 1907 with a tribute at Balmoral Mechanics Hall. The Balmoral funeral occurred on a Wednesday.
An ad touts two or three Bisulated Magnesia Tablets after meals to neutralise acids and prevent symptoms like gas and dizziness. It emphasizes checking for the Biemag trademark on the wrapper as a safety measure.
Early returns indicate Republicans fall short in several counties with Coalition and Independent gains. Sean O Kelly wins in Muslim seat while Labour dominates in other wards. counts in Carlow Kilkenny and County Cavan reveal broad shifts toward coalition and anti Treaty candidates.
An analysis shows votes transferred under proportional representation helped Meeers Cale and Milpow, pre Treaty candidates, with Mehaven Gully, a state elections agent, noting PR's impact in Tre land. Dublin City tallies indicate 2255 votes cast for the Trewty, with independents and Lal candidates faring poorly.
Unclear preview of a postponed statement by Winston Churchill as Colonial Secretary regarding Irish affairs. The message shows garbled or incomplete phrasing about timing and intent, with references to the Irish question and possible forthcoming release.
A damaged report hints at a political internees system aboard an American vessel with strict regulations and restricted access. It mentions voyage constraints, upper deck access limits, and tenure rules affecting detainees and crew on board.
Winston Churchill as secretary of state for the Crown alleged the government aimed to investigate the murder of three officers abducted near Cork. He emphasized continued efforts to uncover the culprits while warning against political interference. He urged international cooperation to expose brutal murders.
Mhomeshire Juniors face Jung tomorrow with a selection drawn from Thornley to Watson. Riverside’s Tarnon side vs South expected to field at 2 30 pm with players listed. Protest from Wowwondah East over Horsham residents Bell and T playing. Cadets travel to Stawell tomorrow with Bowden Brown Rye Ben Gerlach Derlach and others named.
The Rev. Thos. Gray retires as minister of Horsham Presbyterian Church at month end. He will lead last services this Sunday and then at Doven in the afternoon. The congregation plans a farewell meeting and a gift to the North Perth church candidate Rev. E. G. Petherick, amid acknowledgments of Gray’s long ministry since 1847 and his health.
A fragmented notice describes a child named Dear Little Cuddles turning three and mentions croup common in July. It references baking a cake for tea and a remedy called Woods Great Pepper mint Cure, implying relief for the illness.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a fictional address in Horsham with references to private notes and a Rem. lw vitae. The text mentions a CFB and saunas, but lacks clear context or full details.
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