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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1931
Page
5
The Kowree Shire Council discussed closing 70 rural schools and the impact on primary education. Councillors weighed economy against education access, with members expressing concern for students, parents, and the local economy as they considered alternatives and departmental sellouts.
A jumble of poems, quotes, and moral maxims appears, featuring Abraham Lincoln, Homer, and admonitions on courage and strength. It blends verses about planting a tree, duties of citizens, religious scenes, and calls to bold action, with scattered lines on crankery and patriotism.
Reports indicate on a Monday a mysterious illness affected a flock at a farm in Filiope area where sheep showed signs of toxin exposure from imported rare grasses. Dr. Show explained the plant toxins cause decreased appetite and potential mortality, stressing the need for careful inspection and prompt veterinary action.
Last week’s rainfall figures show wide variation across districts with several towns recording measurable totals. Notable rainfall includes 74 points at Br ship, 57 at Rorong Vale, and 150 at Gembrowk, while many areas report single or double digit values and some locations show zero. Winners are listed per region, highlighting Fyroer at Nari ak and Apsley at Bunabt sow with top performances in respective zones.
Local readers tout Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as proven for backache and kidney issues. Mrs M J Sousie of Dimboola reports lasting relief from severe back pain, diverticulitis like symptoms, and fatigue after using the pills, affirming their cure and energy return. Mrs Rousie adds no recurrence since treatment, urging others to try Doan's for relief.
Fragmentary OCR notes show Woollen Tweeds and Fancy Dress Tweeds priced or cataloged with figures, indicating a textile market listing. Mentions include Vangie and Vaunity with unclear quantities, suggesting a trade blurb rather than a full article.
The readable content is fragmented and garbled, mentioning apparel items like handkerchiefs and caps, with nonsensical phrases about mornings and golf. Names, places, or clear events are not discernible, leaving only disjointed items and stray numbers.
A brief entry notes sale or display of toilet sets including 104d oe centre and four mats. Details are sparse but items appear grouped for purchase or viewing, with emphasis on bathroom furnishing availability.
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