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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1942
Page
2
A fragmentary note logs a missing man case, mentioning a transfer event and rifles, with references to local creeks and wells. The readable text lacks a clear location or date, but indicates ongoing search efforts and a township context.
A week of effort by Senhors ReserraL and Horsham Base Hospital supporters yielded a strong fundraising total. Contributions from several local households and groups, including Ellis Hose and Stel Gignom, aggregated to a respectable sum with various goods donated, reflecting a community push to bolster hospital needs.
A garbled OCR of a historic commerce section lists names, places, and goods. It mentions military terms, dates, and stock items, with scattered references to products like onions and cheese. The readable fragments show billings, places, and names but lack coherent narrative or clear outcome.
The Horsham Times states it is published every Tuesday and Friday. AFB Tear appears as a fragment, with no clear current event or named entities to describe.
The Horsham fund campaign closes with strong local backing and a total receipts of £457 10s and overall contributions reaching £645 10s. Prominent names and groups rally in town to boost the drive, while observers note continued effort and community spirit amid the appeal for funds to support the Hed Genss Society.
A garbled wartime notice references a prisoner of war named Lattes, with scattered mentions of Stalag and German captivity. The document lists names, shipper marks, and assorted goods, including food signals and parcels, amid unclear directives and requests for letters, with a tone of wartime correspondence and morale appeals. It mentions individuals such as Frank Trin and Drang Dring and hints at postures of aid and propaganda within a prisoner of war context.
A birth notice records the arrival of AQESSON at 32 Lemara y Avenue Yarraville on date unspecified. Parents report the newborn named AQESSON and indicate family or guardians present.
A memorial notice honors Sather aged 90 with a rest in Dalppyns. The tribute mentions his wife Faull, Cher Lake, and suggests enduring memory. The fragmentary text references tours, insine, and life events, preserving the regional tone of a local memorial card.
A fragmented local notice describes a church hall event for Red Cross fundraisers in aid of Oakholic Woman's Social Wail. It advertises a afternoon program with cards and bridge on Friday May 10, plus an Aug bridge, and notes a social gathering, prizes, and expected attendees.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a butterfly farm with references to hatching, egg distribution, and a unique diet. It mentions individuals like Frederife Gielind Hopkins and Vie penten, plus operations at a farm setting. The text hints at chemical work and experimental rearing practices within a controlled environment.
The Tullaroop Shire Council will appoint inspectors to impound any palms found wandering at night within the shire. A recent incident reports cows in Adelaide Lead attacked and destroyed by a fire.
The Southwest Pacific communique notes Allied reconnaissance and bombardment north of positions near Rabaul and Lae. Allied bombers attacked transport at Rabaul and wharf installations at Lae, with some enemy bombers on the ground destroyed. Interceptions by Zero fighters were inconclusive. several Zero fighters and seaplanes were claimed damaged as Allied planes returned safely.
Washington official communique notes ongoing limits due to weather and great distances. In recent days weather hampered operations near Kiska where Japanese ships in the harbor were bombed. a transport and cruiser were damaged. The report says Japanese defense is limited by weather, not by American action, and predicts more weather impacts from the west coast to general activity.
Frontline reports say Tobruk fell after German and Italian forces attacked from the dike while heavy artillery pounded defenders. Western Desert notes claim 12 fortifications captured and a 25 mile wide advance as Allied air strength was conserved for future operations.
Fragmentary Japanese invasion report and military planning notes appear in a Seattle dated item. The text references Allied defense, an Alentida theater, and aviation planning, with garbled names and unclear events amid wartime suspense.
London reports on two internment camps near Yokohama where Japanese subjects and other nationals are detained. The facilities include running water, electricity, dining rooms with hot meals, medical staff, sanitation, and space for exercise. Camp life allows family visits, newspapers and games, with prisoners covering some living costs and limited self-government.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss Waltzing Matilda and Australian poets, mentioning Banjo Paterson and a failed theory about authorship. The text references Australian characters and a broad critique of national verse, with scattered names and phrases.
Damaged OCR text describes a submarine attack near the Malay Peninsula and Strait of Malacca involving Japanese ships and a convoy. Details are unclear due to garbled characters, but references several submarines, torpedoes, and ships with partial names.
Report from a post incident scene describes older youths criticizing a girl for wearing lipstick during a gathering. The piece notes objections from peers and authorities, with mentions of a learning environment and potential disciplinary actions. The account highlights teen scrutiny and safety concerns at a local venue.
Fragmentary text mentions New York Sumy and naval aviation reports. Cites Hue Canadian Donmean Pangmbat and Pearl Harbour links. totals adjacent waters 386 since Pearl Harbour. Mentions Caribbean and Atlantic theater with unidentified ships and reports from latest aviation days.
In Melbourne amid a tense standoff workers resumed duties following a stoppage that left several plants idle. Managers reported limited operations as remaining workers filled roles, while officials aimed to stabilize production and restore normal schedules after the disruption.
Reported Thursday in Horsham as Sir William, charity official, visits Charities to inspect a new system of hook-beojting slated for public hospitals. Mentions Betty Oldiela head pier, telegraph messenger Stanley Smith promoted to clerk in Melbourne department of metier, and St Yocont’s Hospital inmate progress at Melntyre with expectations of 40 weaving milestones.
Fragmentary text describes a proposed educational crusade for girls with a focus on sanctity of marriage and personal conduct. Mentions streets and person names are garbled, but indicates a campaign or movement aiming to influence female education and social behavior.
An opaque article fragment discusses wounded soldiers, injuries, and treatments during a British wartime context. It mentions infections, tissue damage, injections, and the role of chemists and new compounds in wound care, with references to British Army practices and medical observers.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a social notice about a daughter named mis or mis s states, with references to Wolsteail and Harsivin. No clear event, date, or complete names to confirm a full item.
A lengthy obituary notes the death of Mrs. J Mivrert late of Minvlp. It records her marriage in April 12 19%, to the late Mr J Mivrert, and mentions her residence at Kewell. The notice lists surviving relatives including five daughters and numerous in laws. The funeral is held at Warricknaheal Cemetery with a large family attendance and multiple associated mourners.
A quirky local note describes a rambling incident involving Bhaw and a misrouted run. Scribes hint at a muddled sequence of places and travelers with a playful tone. The fragment references Maby, WA and a stray phrase about seratich and ves eval, leaving a curious, lighthearted tease.
A dated report details pigeon homing trials including losses and returns. Results reference names and locations, noting some birds returned after long journeys while others did not. The text preserves historic tone and mentions specific trainers and terms from the sport.
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