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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1939
Page
3
The community gathered at Noorat for a farewell service honoring Reverend Forrest and Mrs Forrest. Local ministers, representatives from congregations, and friends from Growmstoun South attended as tributes were paid to his ministry and support for parishioners during his tenure.
An article discusses the H.M.A.S. Nelson's arrival in Hobart from the Shiplovers Society of Hobart led by Harry Omay. It describes the 120 gun ship launched at Woolwich, notes royal and noble attendance, and recounts Nelson's service history and later fate as a coal hulk before being broken up.
Fragmentary wire service style note from Adelaide reports a man overboard during a Spenger's Ball event and mentions broken weather references. Details are garbled, names and exact timing unclear.
An Australian letter from the headmaster of Detmold Public School in Germany describes receiving two Commonwealth funded films The Golden Fleece and Australia Calling. The writer notes German exhibition of these films to teachers and officials, and records plans to publish a geography book about Australia with works by visitors. He mentions a State Visual Education Bureau in Germany and its funding, projector rollout, and film copies.
A garbled wire report from Melbourne describes a government appeal for a universal training scheme. It notes executive consideration of policy measures and aims to ensure nationwide support, with emphasis on broad participation and orderly implementation.
Last week at the Shire Hall EWoubope Grs Jamierson Grava Dison and Moore reviewed tenders for multiple contracts. Sonego Bros are recommended for Edenhope Enatertan road works, with various bids listed and engineer estimates guiding the awards.
Perfect conditions on Saturday yielded decisive handicap results in two divisions and ongoing match play in A and B grades. A Grade saw CJ Simpson win 5 up over HL Cretchin with other close results while B Grade featured W Gordon and Tullo both finishing 5 down. Additional notes mention upcoming matches, bogey competition, and a Canadian foursome scheduled for next Saturday.
Fragmentary OCR text appears garbled listing names and phrases such as A. chub steak avon hula and A.M. Capiacher. No coherent event or facts to summarize beyond broken references.
On Saturday Latisrim opened with a winning margin at their own ground as both sides faced illness problems. Umpire J Whitty presided while injuries plagued La Harums with key players unavailable for upcoming matches.
Kalimna Park Club wrapped up its season with a Cafe Cecil event featuring flag bridge and 12 tables of cards. Winners included Mr and Mrs Rogetn and Mrs Klows. Mayor and Mayoress Dr L Bowden and Mrs Bowden attended as trophies were presented for A and C grade championships and multiple event cups.
Melbourne hosts a Monday racing program featuring Trial Hurdle bets on Stytst Sir Gsigdan and Shayehal, plus Junior Handicap and Handloap events. The card lists odds for many runners including Blaenty, Robin, Great Salat, Tass, Flying, Double Bard, Hotspun, Kaipara, and Dusty Man across divisions and plates.
Fragmented classified items include WANTED notices for work in firms and travel, demand for ponies, and a list of sales and items. Auction-like entries mention a tractor chain and wheel parts, with prices and short location hints such as Horsham and Elreargen street.
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