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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1954
Page
2
Yesterday's sale prices list butter and animal products in Horshem stores. Includes butter factory price four shillings and two pence, potatoes per ton, pollard and bran per bushel, with a note that blocks for bran pollard and pollard meals must be supplied.
Brief condolence message from the Gollan family thanking relatives and friends for thoughts and letters. Mentions appreciation for specific individuals and ongoing support during a bereavement period.
In loving memory of my dear wife and beloved mother who passed unexpectedly on June 2. We mourn her loss and feel profound sorrow, yet cherish her memory and the years we shared. Her husband Bon and family extend heartfelt sympathy to all who knew her.
Fragmentary social notes mention several individuals and locations but readable details are limited. The item references times and places in a provisional, garbled form without clear events or names that can be accurately identified.
Residents of Wail especially farmers oppose the Victorian Railways Department plan to remove the shed at Wail Railway Salon. They argue rail line viability hinges on broader economic choices, noting government bureaucracy and welfare states shift power from local to central authorities.
A Salvation Army organized gathering at Bethesda Hospital Hall featured Senior Major Patterson and Major Patterson addressing attendees from Morham to Hymeville. The event highlighted hospital services, patient care, and community support, detailing staff and patient figures and a call for ongoing aid from visiting dignitaries.
Mr Mark Rutherford director of men’s work for the American Brotherhood of the Churches of Christ in Australia spoke at the Horsham Church of Christ on Tuesday night. He outlined a four point program including personal visiting and strengthened fellowship aimed at expanding men’s involvement in church activities.
Community notes from a city church page describe stained glass display and the Horanam Ghuarety event. The Young Wives Club held its monthly meeting with a sewing machine demonstration from Singer representatives.
A capacity crowd of church representatives from Portland Hamilton Ararat Stawell Kaniva Warracknabeal Minyip Grim Gimboola Haven and nearby churches welcomed Mr Mark Rutherford of OBA on a Tuesday night offering aimed at funds for his travels. Mrs Rutherford said his itinerary includes 180 gatherings in 60 days covering Commonwealth churches before he heads to Manila tonight after Ballarat morning meetings.
The Church of England reports a special refresher course of Bible study led by Mr Boo May of Longer eoong College. The program runs through Trinity season with a focus on basic Christian doctrine and the meaning of church life.
Pastor Ko Kuchel of Adelaide preached his first services as minister for Horeham National Green Lake Parish of the United Evangelical Lutheran Church. He serves in Pastor EW Fischer's absence aboard a ship en route to Europe and will be chaplain to migrants arriving in Australia.
A brief social notice notes a kitchen tea event for Beth Bauer. The ceremony occurred at Metrvaria Hall in Horsham with attendees including Miss Hier Wika and a focus on celebratory hospitality. The report emphasizes a lovely gathering and well wishes for the guest of honor.
A stained glass memorial window honoring the late Miss Elsie Davis was installed at Hersham Methodist Church on Tweeday by Mr Tander Kellock of the Mallarat Scha Mines. The window depicts the biblical story figure Dorcas with a basket of fruit and honors Davis for her good works and care for children and the sick. The inscription notes memory of Miss Elsie Davis and her many charitable deeds.
A three month evangelist tour led by Mr Rutherford travels across Australia from May 30 to April 20 planned stops include Ballarat Ararat Horsham and Bardewtown with wife Ebhiel assisting church women amid a strenuous schedule. The aim centers on spreading religious messages and promoting world peace through church influence.
The Horsham Ladies' Choir conducted by Mm. GC Brand will broadcast from AB.C. The program includes songs such as The Bird United States and Sure One Song. A Melbourne recording unit prepared some works under Mr. Brian Dunn.
Visitants including Mr Go Rh O Dwyer advance manager for Victorias Traveling Theatre discuss Pygmalion at Horsham Theatre on July 21 while Ian Lang returns to Melbourne after over a year in Horsham. Local residents Major J Hundley, Bob Wallis, and new Rotary president A Beynon feature among civic or military updates and social engagements.
Lexie Freeman was hosted Wednesday afternoon at Mrs BE Sleep’s home on Robinson Street Horsham with 30 guests. Attendees wore varied frocks and Mrs Sleep presented a Daphne plant while speakers offered warm wishes and gifts.
An American evangelist addressed a Horsham Church of Christ on Tuesday promoting cross national church concepts. He and wife Kihel Rutherford highlighted shared beliefs and urged Australians to adapt new methods to strengthen churches back home amid growing global knowledge.
Mme M J Ellis, co founder of the Penguin Club, was the guest speaker at the Fortnightly meeting held at the Presbyterian Sunday School hall. The club leader is touring Australia to promote Penguin Club activities across the country.
Margaret Hickson of Horz won the first of five heats in the Queen of Danceland contest at the Min saynic Hell on Wednesday night. She wore a ped cardurey vel Erpek ensemble with a black patent leather belt and matching accessories. The contest is judged by Sian Saunders' Orchestra on dancing appearance and carriage.
The 28th wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs HL Wilde was celebrated with a joyful party of friends at their Stawell Road home.
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