Bustling Bosseam Retail Maree Reported
A brisk retail surge reported at Horakam stores with yesterday’s pricey provisions selling fast.
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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1939
Page
5
A brisk retail surge reported at Horakam stores with yesterday’s pricey provisions selling fast.
The report describes rain and snow affecting Horsham and Green Lake areas with a cold cloudy pattern overall. It notes cloud cover, scattered showers, and heavier snowfall in higher eastern ranges, while coastal districts see rain and light winds.
A Tuesday fire damaged the Midland Theatre Ararat injuring the stage area and burning curtains. Insurance covers losses estimated around £1500 with reopening projected in about three weeks as fire brigade and investigators assess the scene.
The induction service for Tev. J Faire Forrest will be held at Horsham Presbyterian Church on Thursday June 29 at 70 p.m. Moderators and ministers of Wimmera Presbytery will conduct, followed by a social at the Methodist Jubilee Hall. The Horsham community also hears of a vestry meeting, a main ball, and club activities across the week with varied attendance and notes on social events and committee matters.
The article covers the Maloo8 annual meeting with details on attendance, awards, and a district secretary receiving a wristlet and wallet. It also reports on water bore spending by Ararat Town Council, a wheat transport licence case in Nhill, local charity events in Horsham, and the Felton bequest distribution among regional hospitals, plus Methodist Ladies Guild gathering notes.
From Our Correspondent Melborne notes a mixed grain market with Danay Milling feed at 21 nominal and barley at 2/4 nominal. Cape potatoes quoted £10 to £12 14s initial £18 to £2. Hay and chaff ranges recorded, whet price drops noted in Horsham with uncertain per bushel quotes.
A personal bereavement note offering sincere sympathy to a family. It expresses condolences and mournful sentiments for a loss and urges supportive thoughts during a difficult time.
In memoriam for Wemits and Weare Laab and their father who passed away on Tune 25. Beautiful memories linger as family mourns with lines of tribute from Mrs. and others. The widow recalls shared moments and enduring affection that survive the loss.
Residents North and South of Baillie Street centre receive invitations to view the new town hall on two separate Thursdays, June 74 and July 6, with viewings for two people per household and a reception by the Mayor and Mayoress in the main foyer followed by a welcome address and music. A separate incident at the White Hart Motel in Pirbrace Street ends with police involvement after a disturbance leads to eviction and a man leaving the bar.
A fragment mentions Gersham Chaos, Pele Beery, Trestay, and Pike as part of an omh tour. Details are unclear due to damaged text but names and a tour context are evident.
A 1950 report shows 1453 deaths and 2640 injuries from road accidents in Australia. Victoria and Western Australia have the highest per capita deaths, with ongoing trend of increasing accidents nationwide.
Members of the Har Services Society met at the Town Hall for a brisk gathering. About 48 members were requested to attend and participate in the discussion.
A group of Austrian residents seeking work in Melbourne asks about hospital employment options as a female doctor aged about 35, with strong credentials, cannot obtain permission to practice. She offers to do pantry work or mend, highlighted in the Hospital Magazine. The Shoret of hospital fees and charity inspector pressures accompany the committee’s discussion at Horsham Bates Hospital.
Victorian vocal duo Minas Viola Moerie and Victoria Anderunm Rome proved popular with Juushe lovers and Aspiring listeners after a successful route to Fue Joint and Aisles. They returned to study and toured under the Suatratinn Broadcasting Commission to perform Purcell Macley and Arrahus Thigor with careful tone shaping and expressive shading.
A scrambled wire report from a correspondent cites an address by a general in Od”y Pao and mixed phrases about stopping the war instantly. The legible parts mention a confounding mix of names and places, with unclear sequence and outcomes.
From Our Correspondent Vrishuune Phare reports a small group of Jewish refugees arrived today aboard ships carrying valuables. The dispatch notes only a portion of the travelers owned gold and wealth, while others carried fewer possessions and sought new homes amid uncertain times.
The wool industry faces severe strain as demand falls and prices drop worldwide. Producers in Britain, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, and Britain report reduced output and tighter credit amid uncertain prospects for wheat, cotton, rubs, and other fibers.
The article reports on the prime minister addressing farming issues tied to drought and climate conditions. It cites experts on pasture crops, seed quality, and seasonal growth, noting impacts on cattle and sheep farming. Sources include agricultural officials and industry leaders expressing cautious outlooks.
Fragmented OCR text mentioning Ottawa, Grad Hang Ring, and multiple personal or place names in a garbled 19th century style. The readable parts reference locations like Ottawa and events at unspecified tents or fairs and a sequence of unclear names and actions.
An obituary for Pietsch recounts a long life marked by service in the community around Warracknabeal and Green Lake, including church roles at the Baptist and Theran churches and work as a contractor. Survived by husband and daughter, she resided at Hawthorn and was active in local civic affairs. Funeral conducted at Warracknabeal Cemetery with interment in Hills Cemetery.
In Burhan Downs a wartime air crash killed the King's jockey A. Sromek and crew aboard a combat plane. The tragedy occurred during poor weather as the crew attempted a flight, with reports noting a foul deal and the substitute jockey Loadon among those involved.
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