Official Robes Worn First Time By Mayor And Town Clerk
The Hospitin Town Council held its March meeting in the new council chambers. A caretaker for the town hall was chosen from five interviewed applicants. A £12,000 loan was discussed to fund three buildings, with much of the money to come from ratepayers. The session ran late past midnight with Mayor Dr L Bowden presiding and several officials in attendance.
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Teesday
Hospitin
Sdtkidy
Joeal
Robes and chambers showcased for mayoral offices move
Officials unveil the new mayor and town clerk offices with a ceremonial display. Green velour curtains and satin silver lighting create a homely, acoustically refined chamber. A dedicated robes room, telephones, and a terrazzo toilet room complete the updated public space.
Move to permit Sunday tennis at Botanic Gardens
At the February council meeting Dr Cher proposed amending regulations to allow certain games in the Botanic Gardens and Recreation Reserve on Sundays during restricted hours from 1 pm. to 4 pm. Dr Charles supported the change for youth welfare, noting Melbourne already allows Sunday tennis and opposing only competitive play. The motion passed with Drs Barnen Hutchesson and Menadue voting against. the by law must be altered and a new draft submitted for the next meeting.
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Cher
Botanic Gardens
Charles
Tennie
Melbourne
Cr. Charles
Batore
Drs. Barnen, Hutchesson and Menadue
Improved Lighting Scheme for Firebrace Street
The finance committee reports on Firebrace Street lighting and recommends accepting Mérwry Siemens quote with scheduled rates for light standards and fringe for an improved scheme. The work spans months. a final report will take time. The tennis lab proposal and street light plans are discussed. costs to be borne by the lab.
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Compitter
Siemens
Vapor Lampe
Yoith Power
Baker Madison
Lord
Stam
Avcoupta
River Starts Tennis Courts Proposal Sparks Sabbath Debate
A contentious plan to open public tennis courts near Green Park faces opposition over Sabbath restrictions. Proponents argue social benefits and safety for youth, while critics warn against church conflicts and public spending. Community leaders note courts would be under strict club control with no competitive play.
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Tennis Asiation Tm
Bielke
Hilichesson
Mende
Mr. Water
Rami
New Council Chambers Dissent Delays Construction In Wilson Street
Fragmentary report describes a Wilson street council chambers project facing delays during a meeting. A builder was selected to furnish the room with a quiet, dignified design featuring a double door and polished walnut and satin finishes for the town fathers, reflecting a distinct contract versus the old chamber.
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Wilson Street
Armas Phart
River bank works eyed for gardens project plan
A committee notes river bank intrusion and outlines removal of islands and holes to conform with the river level. It proposes hiring a machine and cable attachments to prepare a new drainage and access, part of a broader scheme from Gardena to the river.
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Mele
Gardena
Mbat Wits
Penn & Provision
al N Ots
Shane
Laughiren
Engineer of Inc
Local loan plan discussed for town funds
The town clerk reported a proposed loan of 12000 pounds to fund the town hall project. Horsham head bats have already deposited 3500 pounds at a stated rate. The loan term remained flexible to suit Wilder’s convenience, with motions to investigate local security options and regulatory steps.
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RAE
Horsham Fead Bats
Somia
Wilders
Drs Charlen
Bilerke
Carina
Town opts to hire local builders for concrete path
The town clerk reports a bid for the concrete path project was incomplete and not including overhead. Residents advocate a local contractor approach to save costs and ensure community control. Dr Murue and others push for local bids, with Dr Charles and Dr Barnes supporting local procurement.
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Tria Ctork
Ioan
Mt. RY
Ang
Maine
Overtead
Ahudis
Murues
Charles Moked
Barnes
Glaring Headlights Raise Town Street Safety Question
The conference last year and police grant were cited regarding headlight use on streets. Councilors debated enforcing low beam usage on Friday nights. Car Act limits cited. Mayor and town officials discussed publicity to promote safer driving and required light use.
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Cr. Barors
Strecia
Morollety
Capreiay
Gr. Barnes
Clothing Fire Sufferers Prompt Wonderful Response in Horsham
The Lord Mayor's Appeal for clothing after the Horsham fire drew a wonderful response. The Town Clerk reported ample clothing received with some remaining for the Horsham Benevolent Society. Councillors thanked Mr Pesnr for his work while Dr Barnes and Dr Wilmoth noted depot provisions and depot adequacy in Melbourne.
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Morsham
Horsham
Chorhi
Arn
Pomanal
Melbourne
Nam Clothing
Barnes
Ork
Wilmoth
Camneil L
Pesnr
Council Deliberations On Street Works And Land Purchases
Cr Barnes moved and Cr Menadue the works committee to inspect repairs on Wilson street south side. Electrical engineer Mr Cornnelly reported the 300 ho power line overhaul and Sunnyside avenue proposal. The council agreed to erect the line with guarantees. Dr Barnes urged bitumen street work. Mr Menadue sought land extensions at Wawunna road and Frederick street for a first class highway to the High School. Land offers of £4 and £2 were set for Wawunna and Frederick streets. Discussions covered tramway crossings, screens and bitumen, aerodrome land near the railway, and priority of Sewerage Authority and Waterworks Trust meetings starting at 7:30 PM.
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Cr. Barnes
Cr. Menadve
Witke Committee
Cr. Charlew
Wilson Street
Firebrace
Urquhart Aredts
Works Committee
C. Hilenesson
E. Cornnelly
Sunnyside Avenue
Barnes
Sardenia Street
Menadue
Wilks’ Lane
Wawunna Road
Frederick Street
Chaptes
Dimboola Road
Wawunnasod
Dimboola
Wawunnarom
Charles
Merubsch
Ahler
Sewerage Authority and Waterworks Trust
Hutchesson Ani
Abattoirs Superintendent Reports On Carcass Quality
The superintendent, My WT Shaw, reviews meat inspection notes and details about mutton cuts, detours, and storage at the Abattoirs. He cites limited issues with certain products and requests no additional changes beyond current practices.
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Shaw
Fragmentary Tribute Letter Sent By City Officials
A damaged OCR fragment records a tribute message from the Mayor and Mrs Howden to district leaders in Horsham. it mentions a Council and correspondence from multiple officials and references a Denatt of members, with unclear action and dates.
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Christman
Mra
F. Howden
Tran
Connell
Enghamt
G Reyly
Rues Council
Mear Lowery
Aie
Fragmented Notes From An Australian Inquiry Report
An irregular report fragment covers inspections in Australia with mentions of inspectors, bills cancelled, and varied notes on hospital work, sale yards, stray dogs, wandering storks, and street regulations. It references sanitation services, building permits, and sustenance applications with dated monetary figures and roll calls.
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G. Woshew
Wuethor
Hanbee
Mteenting Hs
Unclear OCR note on city water work and safety
Fragmentary OCR text describes alleged night work on a water project with mentions of a mayor and safety or inspection concerns. The legible parts reference a plan, paths, sureties, and possible delays. No clear dates, names, or outcomes are readable to confirm specifics.
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Malohessin
Joan Fenat
Mauriiuss
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