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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1934
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR lists prices for potatoes lucerne cloth and various goods. It mentions Melbourne Thislay Wirt milling and Engle with several price figures such as 54, 29, 24, 34, 245 and 5 10 in uncertain units.
A blaze Tuesday swept through the 60 foot front of Me. BT. Dixons general store at Rupanyup destroying stock valued at about £1500 with £1300 of stock saved. The fire also damaged nearby fences walls and threatened Miss Trotter’s residence and Mr A Callander’s bakery but was contained by brigade and volunteers amid low water pressure. The cause is unknown.
The piece argues the unemployment tax relief funds are being spent in city projects like Yarra Bend and Allert Park, with expensive material purchases for sustenance relief work. It notes opposition from the Employment Council chair and questions the allocation, highlighting nonurgent needs and possible misuses.
The Victorian United Countey Party argues over central control amid calls to reform the Federal organisation. Critics say Parliamentarian influence harms state governance and resignations may help restore party unity before the looming federal poll.
Weather notes report light showers only in the Wimmera and Mallee with urgent rainfall needed. Agriculture Superintendent J. Drake says at least 7 3 points are required, crops are generally fair though feed is scarce. Snow and frost observed in the Victorian high country with several inches of snowfall near Mount Donna Buang and St Bernards Hospice.
In Firebrace Horakam a car nearly collided with a motor truck after a driver misread a turn. The truck struck a sedan owned by Mr V Parkin son near the curb, while Mrs Short halted to avoid a girl cyclist Amy Francia who was knocked from her bike but escaped injury. The sedan’s mudguard and running board were badly bent.
An 11 year old girl, Gwendia Sawyer of Henry street, suffered a fall while attempting to climb over a gate at Horsham High School on Wednesday night. She slipped on a water pipe and was taken to Wembley private hospital where several stitches were required. She is progressing favorably.
At Horsham Police Court on a Wednesday Leslie C. Wright was fined £1 for riding a bicycle without a light. Sergeant T. Foster prosecuted. Wright, who did not appear, claimed his battery had gone flat and said there were complaints from the Wimwera Shire Council about the practice. The magistrate said the offence was serious and imposed the penalty.
Horsham ladies committee of the Boy Scouts aims to raise 100 pounds for a dedicated scout hall. They host euchre parties at Cheeseman's Cafe and an “Low Mood” dance at the Mechanics Institute to boost funds and attendance. Junior sections expanding with two Cub packs and a Scout troop using an old depot on Wilson Street, seeking a permanent building.
The Horsham A N A met in the Masonic Hall with President A A Knowles presiding. Officers and members discussed payments and accounts, welcomed new and clearance members, and heard reports on the Carpet Bowls Association and Horsham Centenary conference. A letter of sympathy was sent, next meeting set for 7 30 pm, and Ladies Night featured a dance with a competition won by Miss E Hunter and Mr T Shearwood. Supper and dancing followed until midnight.
Norman Harris, son of Mr and Mrs Vivian Harris, vanished from a Donald area farm home six miles away. He was later found drowned in a water channel half a mile from the house as the parents had been attending a funeral.
The Nora Foot Club ball attracted visitors from Stawell Rupanyup Dimboola and Natimuk with a Fiesta band providing music into the night. The ladies committee served supper and the event ran smoothly under E Muller as pianist and E Umant as MC. Grace Trompf N May served as secretaries with assistance from A E Watts and A A Koonlee.
At Horsham Police Court on Wednesday, a hotel licensee Edith M. O'Shea and two men were charged under the Licensing Act. John O'Shea admitted responsibility for the premises with two men found stamping together in the yard. The magistrate fined the licensee £2, one man £0 30 and the other £1 after plea.
Horsham prepares for a new Apex club after a May Rotary luncheon. Mr. 41. EC Nattrass elected president and Cedric Wettenhall named secretary. Inaugural dinner set for July 14 with visitors from Bendigo Ballarat Geelong and Dr. W TH Beiseher presiding.
Madame Griffiths states she has disposed of her business from July first and thanks customers for support. For the next weeks she offers bargains in coats frocks and millinery with all new goods up to her usual high standard. Phone 470.
At Horsham Police Court on Wednesday Bergean T KR Foster applied under section 47 of the Police Offences Act for an order to sell a stolen overcoat. John Devine was previously charged with unlawful possession. he was convicted and imprisoned. The overcoat, identified by Davey, Davey & Co, had not been claimed. police inquiries had been made. The defendant admitted the overcoat was taken from a motor car. The PM Mr F W Morris granted the order.
Electors should verify their enrolment status and promptly file a claim if missing. Claim cards are available at post offices. Failure to enrol risks a penalty up to £2, and moving within a subdivision requires notifying the Registrar.
Wednesday judgment given in several undefended debt actions by P M F W T Norris. W H Cox versus Harold Wild valued at 10 pounds with 26 pence costs. W Cook & Son against H Main valued at 11 pounds 18s 4d with 26 pence costs. Harold Smith against E P Hoepner valued at 21 pounds 15s 4d with 26 pence coats. FP Tucker & Son against F W Braune valued at 11 pounds 14s with 6 pence costs.
At the quarterly meeting of the Bursham Junior Rechabites the following officers were installed Chief Ruler Greenberger Deputy Ruler Langley Past Chief Ruler Hunter secretary Collins meary steward James writ ing steward Wilson levite Stephens guardian Mathews. Prizes again offered to High and State Schools students for the July temperance examination. District officers offer prizes for junior tents for best conducted meeting. Horsham juniors enter the competition. Next meeting syllabus item is peanut races.
Tonight and Saturday the Horsham Theatre screens Sitting Pretty, about two song writers on a cross country trip to Hollywood with Ginger Rogers. Also Four Frightened People features Claudette Colbert and Herbert Marshall in a jungle survival tale. Monday to Wednesday shows Mae West in I'm No Angel with her signature style. Zane Grey's Under The Tent Rim with Stuart Erwin joins the program.
The Rev. EB Warren, president of the Victoria and Tasmania Conference, will visit Horsham this Sunday and preside at the Methodist Church. He is noted for cultured taste and literary gifts and will be a featured speaker during the visit.
After years of traffic, original timber settled on Moolay by Sawyers and Devlin. Bidders, mainly farmers, bought the timber at excellent prices from the Wimners and Ampires Shire Councils. Bridge work included new timber fitting.
Voting is compulsory at the by election to be held on Saturday July 14 in the Martin Division New South Wales to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Hon W A Halman. Absent voters may vote by post. postal vote certificate and ballot forms available at Commonwealth Electoral Offices across the State and at the Divisional Returning Officer for Wannon Postal Buildings Hamilton.
OV Keefe, a qualified opttelan, visits Swanston Street area to consult a practice expert every six weeks for two years at the Ex Change Hotel. This ad offers an opportunity to consult a practitioner.
The Horsham Girl Guide committee plans a July 9 ball in Hersham to raise funds for a Guide ramp home near Melbourne. Mrs H. But cher, the district Commissioner, urges public support as music novelty dances and ballroom exhibitions by Mr Jack Tydeman and partner accompany a nine‑course supper in a premier hall of the season.
Melbourne introduces a modified wheat bulk handling bill requiring tender calls before construction to fix project costs. If 80 percent of wheat passes via silos, an estimated gain of 24 bushels or £275,000 on 24,000,900 bushels is expected. Board to issue £2,000,000 in debentures. 2 percent of capital to labor. Debate adjourned to Tuesday.
Stud sheep sales concluded today in Sydney with the strongest turnout since 120. The total price received for rings was £2 0s 8d, compared with £23,7588 last year.
A Sydney special report to the Council of Scientific Research quotes Dr J A Gifroth stating the Northern Territory cannot attract European settlers. He argues the land is cheaper in the south and the territory cannot support a viable European population, making it a menace to invite invasion.
Canberra reports federal circles expect British restrictions on Australian exports to be less severe than feared. Ongoing negotiations with foreign powers may prompt Britain to adjust its stance to avoid losing the Australian market.
Veteran actor George Arliss stars in A Successful Calamity at Horsham Theatre with Mary Astor David Torrence and Evelyn Shnapp providing strong support. The Warner program also screens Her Imaginary Lover with Laura La Plante and Percy Marmont, plus Lay Tree as grandmother and Emily Fitaroy. A film on McKay harvesting machines and the Cinesound Review are noted.
Thea Rowe, son of Mr and Mrs E A Rowe of Prope follah, fell from a gig returning from school with four other children. A wheel passed over his head causing serious scalp wounds. He received five stitches and was admitted to Nhill Hospital where he is progressing favorably.
A settlement in the Pitman will suit was announced in Melbourne on Thursday. Family members who contested the last will of Mrs. Margaret Pitman withdrew all accusations of lack of testamentary capacity and of undue influence by the eldest daughter Margaret. Probsto was granted by the Court.
A Sunday evening singing event for the Horsham Fire Brigade returns to the Horsham Theatre. Due to last week's success, a larger audience is expected with more songs shown on screen. Assisting artists include Mrs. Lloyd Hennessy Mr. E Muller and the Fiesta orchestra. Admission is by a silver coin.
Mr J W Scott of Katyil mourns the death of Major Douglas a valued stallion after days of indifference and bowel inflammation. Imported by W Dableabure Nhill from NZ breeder R Kennedy Coverdale Drummond the sire stood in Scott's farm for eight seasons producing about 600 foals. His loss weighs heavy as no insurance coverage was held.
The advertisement notes a July 1 rate change with secured overdraft limits at 5 percent and a 4 percent overall reduction. It emphasizes ample funds for advances against approved collateral, highlighting a downward trend to maintain financial stability and fund production needs.
Walter Frederick Lane pled guilty to unlawfully smoking in the Yahl Memorial Hall during a public event at Mt Gambier. A constable and officers reported seeing a defendant seated four yards from the door smoking. The bench fined him five pounds with costs of one pound and a three day default, plus a month to pay.
Mr J Martini was knocked over by a motor car on the road into Stawell from Fel lelien. Rev Father Close aided him to hospital where he suffered bruising and severe shock. Separately Henry Thomas Eva faced Natimuk Police Court for failing to return license plates after registration expired.
Geelong residents recall mid 19th century land sales with a purchaser at 22 Foot 30 ft frontage on Yarra Street corner, who failed to obtain titling. The sale stalled by years of paper issues, municipal rates paid only by the buyer, and vendor paper decay uncovering aged problems. Partial notes mention two early settlements along the banks and near the bay.
Foxes are numerous in Timmer vin and threaten lambing percentages. Several were fined at Cee gent for having sold.
The unreadable OCR fragment hints at an Irish Free State event with names like Leela and Volera, mentioning a president and a municipal or political context. Exact details are unclear due to garbled text.
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