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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 03, 1932
Page
4
Melbourne Monday Purgety and Co report Wheat prices 72 to 72 per bushel with milling costs 2/ to 2 1/2d. Barley 255 to AM, Cape 110 to 27d, Malas JUL. Potatoes 5/ to 4 4d, onions 3 5/ to 4 1/2d. Prices for Hor sham show wheat at 2/84 per bushel yesterday.
Horsham firemen were awakened by extended alarms to a haystack fire on Mr Weight s property near Lakes, ten miles from Horsham. Five men aboard the motor pump fought tall flames for three hours, keeping the stack from spreading. The stack was lightly insured and practically damaged beyond use. A prior traffic incident caused a near miss as two cars collided on Vaillie Street, injuring no one.
A party of contractors returning to Ballarat from Ararat were badly hurt when their car left a hazardous bend near Burewinbeet. The Tow Clerk of Horsham aided by a farmer helped load the injured into another vehicle and rush them to Ballarat Hospital. Four men were treated. three remained hospitalized with head injuries. The dangerous roadway, recently improved, is noted for further risk.
The notice honors the memory of Clarence Patching who died in 1917 and lists several family members. It expresses love from related relatives and mentions Harsham Mas and dates uncertain, reflecting a family remembrance in a memorial notice style.
The notice honors the memory of Mullecourt Sit May who was killed while serving with the VENG unit. It lists heartfelt messages from loving parents and notes the deceased was beloved by family and friends.
The article praises Rotary and allied clubs for youth guidance through a comprehensive program. It highlights the roles of Rotary Fathers, Junior Youngsters, and community groups in providing educational opportunities and practical interpretation of Rotary principles. It stresses youth initiative, and the need for sustained support to ensure a hopeful future.
Norman Young of Haven was on a black shooting expedition when his carbine misfired during an aim at a bind. He was wounded and is receiving treatment at the Base Hospital.
Saturday’s hunting season closing for 1932 drew few full bags as shooters faced long Salt Lakes ranges. A large party attempted to bag game amid winds and infested lakes, with penalties for duck and trout takers and gear forfeiture. The quail season remains open until the end of July.
Tonight and Wednesday at Horsham Theatre present The Millionaire a tale of a double life with George Arliss. Also showing Chanen Channen and East to West featuring Lupe Veloz and Lewis Ayres in romantic and dramatic storylines set across social intrigue and cross cultural themes.
The Horsham area features a lively student opening of the Horsham High School Ex-Students Association with dancing, tables, and a planned scholarship fund. Other items cover the Girls Friendly Society chrysanthemum winner, Melbourne wool sales, and upcoming social events at the Catholic School Hall. Adelaide express schedule changes, a gate accident injuring a child, hospital donations from local youths, and praise for Australian character from Mr. T S Gordon reflect community interests and regional pride.
QUEENSLAND ELECTIONS reports 107 nominations for 62 seats, with five parties named including Labor and National. Several independents are contesting multiple seats while three women appear among nominees, and the number of seats was cut from 72 to 62 since the previous election. Benjamin Franklin on debt is quoted, warning about loss of liberty and honesty when debt accrues. Maori chieftainess Wiki Pirikil, aged 112, observed near Whangarei with descendants. A wedding march from Geelong describes a dramatic bridal party registry rush and a groom who arrives late, unshaven, then joins at the church in a somber moment.
The Made in Australia Council states that Australian goods match or exceed imported items in quality. It notes a remarkable rise in Australian manufacturing variety and industry effort to expand sales abroad. The council expects competition to strengthen once trade normalizes.
J C Cannell cites Alan Fleet Street calls claiming the Prince of Wales faces teasing over marriage. The Queen vents anger at the topic while insiders doubt a match this year. An astrologer reportedly forecast May 1934 marriage, not supported by any dating, with no woman in sight.
Wholesale fashion ad lists Fan Cloth Coats with fur collars in multiple colors from 50 up. It advertises wool and velvet items, evening wear, and cow rugs at Leweet Petens. Madame Grit Luge promises high quality and low prices with made to order service.
A dense report outlines talks at a Ferra convention and agriculture meeting in Swan Hill. Speakers advocate irrigation benefits for small districts, with emphasis on sustaining dairy and wool industries, boosting local yields, and adjusting prices to raise farmer revenue.
A fragmented report outlines a complex case involving a woman and a disputed legacy. It references a registrar, financial claims, and a transfer of wealth tied to a Mr Anthony. The text mentions yearly expenses, debts, and a request for the balance of the legacy, with names including Mollie Anthony and W. Anthony and connections to Stell Her grand father.
Unclear damaged OCR text reports mice chewing electrical lines and threatening residents in Houston district area. Mentions alarms, bars of wheat, and a corporate reference Avira Corp. with chaotic phrasing and stray names. Context suggests a local nuisance or public safety notice but details are garbled.
An elderly observer from Burkley Swamp recalls finding a peculiar apple with a hornlike seed protruding from a forked stem. The note expands into a broader report about a local leprosy charity fundraiser at Memorial Hall, Lami, and mentions a Manchester correspondent. The mix blends odd horticulture with community news and distant references.
A municipal attorney sought interpretation of land access law amid disputes over road rights. The case centers on whether a private landowner must allow public passage and the state’s authority to intervene, with a ruling that private land controls restrict uses unless explicit law permits otherwise.
Fragmentary report condemns flogging and barbaric practices in prison discipline. References police, court figures, and calls for reform amid alleged mistreatment and legal consequences.
A correspondent reports a person saved from being buried in sand after a collapse. The quick actions of responders and witnesses prevented a fatal outcome as rescue teams worked to extract the survivor. The incident occurred during a Monday event, with details about location and timing partially unclear.
Two Montuini men were killed at a rural crossing near Ames, with authorities reporting a crane accident involving a freight train. Victims were identified as Viriga Wesbai of Turner and Westeritay Wi of Lawrentia. The incident occurred while the train was preparing to cross the tracks near Vine for a routine operation.
Fragmentary readable names appear among garbled text. Mentions of people and groups are uncertain but imply political campaign activity and public interest. No verifiable events, dates, or locations can be confirmed from the legible fragments.
Name reads as a fragmentary report of French elections with unclear entities. The item mentions Earthanake and storks and a person or group Vibert, creating a vague political snapshot. No clear date, place, or outcome is discernible from the readable text.
Acting Premier and Trades Hall President were attacked amid political tensions. The incident occurred as public figures urged calm while authorities investigated the assault and questioned witnesses.
Fragmented OCR portrays a lengthy divorce case with unclear names and scattered phrases. It references parties possibly including Siefie-Vaonaiby Atte and SF Kay and notes alleged misconduct or affairs. The readable parts indicate a court filing process without coherent details or outcomes.
NSW officials publish income tax data highlighting population growth and rising revenue streams. The document outlines trends by region, noting increases in filing activity and shifts in demographic profiles influencing future policy considerations.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Adelaide sustenance relief figures and tourism deeds, with scattered names and entities. The readable parts reference a person named Steve Home and varying local interests, but concrete events or dates are unclear from the passage.
A garbled OCR style text fragment lists items from a 1932 THS AAME debating syllabus. It references names, dates, places, and various terms such as leagues, sessions, and events with unclear context. The readable portions hint at agenda topics and possible university or city names, but the overall content is fragmented and inconclusive.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a disrupted public event with mentions of a parade, sea views, and potential references to officials or organizers. The garbled text names no clear individuals, dates, or locations to confirm specifics.
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