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Newspaper

Horsham Times

Location

Horsham, Victoria, Australia

Date

May 03, 1935

Page

5

Funeral Directors Offer Compassionate Mortuary Arrangements

Mi. C. Wettersall income tax returns prepared. Bank of New South Wales Chambers. A. F. Weight & Sons, Funeral Directors, Horsham, 25 Wilson Street, offer sympathetic funeral services and mortuary arrangements tailored to finances, with four decades of experience and after hours contact numbers 220 and 644.

Bank of New South Wales Chambers A. F. Weight & Sons Wilson Street Horsham Tel

Bereavement Note from Horsham Family

Mr 8 Jones of Millar Street Horsham thanks friends and relatives for letters cards telegrams and personal expressions of sympathy during their recent sad bereavement.

Grenwalf 8. Jones Millar Street Horsham

In Memoriam Notices for Vitthesom Romild James and Family

EAGLES Io loving memory of our dear Vitthesom Romild James who twissed away on 3 May. A painful shock to par with one we loved so dear. Inserted by father, mother and family MAIINES In loving memory of my dear kinghl and our dear father who passed away on 5 May 15. You dive with me in memory still. Not just today but always will Taser put in his loving wife and family WILSON Queenie Anerson In loving memory of our dear daughter and sister Queenie who passed away at Horsham on May 4 1801. Memory like ivy clings. Deserted in her jilients, brothers mil sisters, Moyston.

Romild James Maiines Kinghl Wilson Tuee Queenie Anerson Queenie Horsham Mil Sisters Moyston J. Sawyer Mavis Sewood Noradjuha Duka Boese Ltd Rose Nurrabiel Ami Emeryi Eileen Penny Bey Penny Huler Taffeta Dees Rissmann Brilegren Melrose Huse Beg Fon Suholz Chret Bailey Colin Portes A. Kuswil R del J. Bailey A. Murs Ofers Reg al Kembers Remieres Mra Penny Ms Fascell A. Kimberley Me Davidson Raussian Sydney

Prices of provisions listed for Horeham stores

Yesterday's Commercial Intelligence lists selling prices for dairy and staple foods in Horeham stores. Butter, cheese, bacon, oats, maize, flour, and wheat are shown with per pound or per bushel rates, reflecting local market conditions.

Horeham Ballarat

Melbourne Produce Market Wheat and Grain Prices

Wire from our Melbourne correspondent lists wheat at 3.949 new and 3/20 old, oats milled, maize at 41, potatoes £5 1s to £28 1d, and chaff at £4 20s. Wheat price in Horsham quoted at 2 40 per bushel.

Melbourne Cape Horsham

Statesmen in Australia debate sparks in Melbourne clubs

Opinion clashes over Prime Minister Menzies and Australian statesmanship follow remarks quoted by Lord Hartington at a club luncheon. Previous critiques by W A Watt and others drew praise and sharp responses amid national political controversy.

Leiden Menzies Leider Lord Hartington Mr. Menzies K.C. Ex W. A. Watt St. Kilda Australia Watt

Political Disappointment Taints Deputy Prime Minister Support

The remarks express disappointment regarding the Deputy Prime Ministership and reflect unfavourable views toward his current colleagues and others who have been prominent in political affairs during recent trying years.

Ben

Prospects for Amending Company Law Dwindle in Parliament

The article notes no clear prospect of a comprehensive Company Law amendment this session in Victoria. It cites past investigations that halted certain undesirable practices, urges stronger safeguards for investors and accountants, and mentions a long draft bill of hundreds of clauses awaiting sponsorship amid a shortage of legal talent.

Macfarlan State Attorney General’s Department Victoria New Zealand New South Wales Federal Accountancy Organisation Law Department

Weather and Holiday Observance for Royal Anniversary

Official forecast notes cloudy districts with a shower along the coast and fog inland. Monday is a gazetted public holiday for King George enthroning anniversary. post office hours shortened and first letter delivery. Melbourne reports factories may run. government and city shops close. Hersham Hospital to receive carnival cheque at May 17 meeting. town associations invited to witness the donation.

King George Melbourne Hersham Base

Dust storm tears through Wail causing structural damage

A terrible dust storm swept over Wail last Saturday night unroofing a wheat stack and tossing iron sheets. The wheat elevator was blown over in the station yard and trees limbs and roofs were damaged. Rain was scarce, but Monday brought heavy showers and winds reached 73.

William Bray Pleads Guilty Over Horsham Spotlight Case

In Hor sham Police Court William Charles Bray of Natimuk confessed to driving a car with a burning spotlight in Horsham on March 27. Constable Nelson testified he observed the lit spotlight and two headlights at 8 p m on March 1. Bray claimed a country road permit and regretted the offence. Bray offered a charitable donation in place of a fine but the magistrate imposed 10 shillings.

Horsham Police Court William Charles Bray Natimuk Horsham L. Nelsom Wilson and Firebrace Horsham Theatre Bray Horsham Base Day P.M D. G. Blair

Left Unlighted Vehicle On Wawunna Road

On Wednesday at 7 pm March 22 Constable L Nelson observed a wagonette on Wawunna road with its right wheels on the metal and no light. The driver said he planned to return home early and would illuminate the wagonette later, but was detained in a shop. He was driving north and nearly collided with the wagonette.

Blsir L. Nelson Wawunna Road Lees

Rainfall totals differ between two periods

Over a 14 day span last month 110 points of rain were recorded. For the same interval last year 200 points were registered over wine days.

Snake Discoveries Near Wail Preserve Death Adder

Mr J Martin of Wail found three small snakes after tending rabbit traps. He killed two. a hole yielded many eggs and eight teen young snakes. A death adder about 16 inches long was found and preserved along with a hatching egg. Others were burnt.

J. Martin Mr. Martin

Headlight Rule Tightened as Horsham Police Act

Victorian lawmakers and Horsham Police push to curb driving with headlights on. Edward Cecil Smith faced Hor sham Police Court on two charges for a single headlight and no tail-light. Witness Stable L Nelson testified Smith drove in Fire brace street with one head-light and no tail-light. Smith claimed the tail-light had fallen off and he failed to replace it. A fine of £1 was imposed on each charge by P.M. D G Blair.

Traffc Horsham Edward Cecil Smith L. Nelson Smith Firebrace Street P.M D. G. Blair

Faster Adelaide Melbourne Express Timetable Updates

The Melbourne Adelaide express timetable is sped up. trains depart Adelaide at 6.35 pm daily except Sundays and reach Melbourne at 9.35 am. Horsham to Melbourne departs 3.50 am, arrival in Melbourne 9.25 am. The Horsham to Adelaide leg now runs 1 hr 25 min later, saving overall travel time. extra daily 5.45 pm departures allow same day city business. details advertised.

Adelaide Horsham and District South Australia Victoria Melbourne Horsham Expresa

Voigt Claim Wins £200 Compensation For Lightning Death

Judge Foster rules that Mr and Mrs Voigt of Horsham qualify for compensation after their son died in the Brimpaen lightning tragedy. The evidence shows the employment increased risk during a thunderstorm and sheltering under trees. a steel shovel may add risk. The decision awards £200 plus taxed costs.

W. V. Voigt Horsham Brimpaen Foster Voigt

Hospital Carnival cricket bat auctioned for funds

The signed bat from the Victorian Eleven during their Horsham visit in February sold to raise carnival funds. Ticket No. 81, held by Mr. P. Watson of St. Helen's Plains, won the bat made by A and P Glover of Horsham for fine workmanship.

Horsham P. Watson St. Helen's Plains A. and P. Glover

Man Charged With Driving Damaged Plate at Horsham

Harold Markley appeared at Horsham Police Court on Wednesday charged with driving a car attached to a damaged lumber plate. Constable L Nelson testified he saw Markley pass the police station and could not read the numbers. Markley said a stump on a farm damaged the plate. A fine of 1 was imposed by Mr D G Blair.

Harold Markley Horsham L. Nelson Mackley P.M D. G. Blair Costa J. Wik A. E. Golding M. ©. Wettenhall

Judgments Rendered in undefended Debt Cases at Horsham

Judgment was given in Hor sham Policn Court on Wednesday in three undefended debt cases. Dalgety & Co. v. T B Holland awarded £11 10 shillings with £1 4 shillings costs. Dalgety & Co. v W Q Holland awarded £11 10 shillings with £1 costs. J Langlands & Rona v F P J Hateley awarded £43 13 shillings with £2 7 shillings costs.

Horsham

St Johns Girls Host Chrysanthemum Show in Parish Hall

Next Wednesday St. Johns Girls Friendly Body will hold a chrysanthemum show in the Parish Hall with both afternoon and evening sessions. Entries close with secretary Miss J. McPherson on Tuesday at 9 a.m.

St. John's Girls’ Friendly Body J. McPherson At & A.m

Miss Winifred Steer to Teach National Dancing in Horsham

Miss Winifred M H Steer of Hamilton plans to hold national dancing classes in Horsham. She has taught in Highland and other towns, studied under Melbourne teachers, and has won championships and cups with many pupils. Private lessons may be arranged. contact Box 176 Hamilton or visit 22 Wilson Street Horsham.

Winifred M. H. Steer H. Steer Hamilton Horsham Miss Steer Ana M. Hunter Bendigo Victoria George Hay Melbourne

Choristers Concert moves to Tuesday at Town Hall

The Choristers concert titled a musical evening has shifted from next Wednesday to Tuesday in the Town Hall to avoid conflicting with St. Johns Girls Friendly Society chrysanthemum show. Bendigo Musical and elocutionary events will be featured with 40 voices from Horsham. Competing choirs include Melbourne Geelong Northcote Malvern and Bendigo on May 11. Individual selections will be performed by Mrs J Ainsworth Miss Joan Jones Mrs M Walther Messrs J Hoskin and K Davidson.

Town Hall St. John's

Dominating feature of the new winter collection showcased

The article highlights exclusive designs in coats and frocks with tailored suits and knitted costumes. It praises the millinery, hosiery, and gloves as meeting high standards, promising customers will find what they need at the store. Includes a note on the proprietress and shop contact.

Macame Griffiths Finkemeyer Proprietress Firebrace Street Horshwm

Horsham Club to Host May 13 Charity Ball for Inland Australia

The Hornham club joins Apex Clubs of Australia to raise 500 pounds for wireless service sets for inland Australia. Town Hall will become a cave themed venue with Ballarat equipment. Tickets are advertising and all are welcome. Apexian Peter Davies spoke on a Perth to Adelaide air trip.

Hornham Club Apex Clubs of Australia Inland Australia Australian Inland Mission Horsham Club Horsham Lini Ballarat Peter Davies Perth Adelaide

Surgeon Dentist W EF Thomas to Visit Exchange Hotel Events

Advertising notice states W EF Thomas surgeon dentist will be at the Exchange Hotel on Friday May 10 for consultations He will also attend Dimboola on May 8 and Kaniva on May a for dental services.

W. EF. Thomas Exchange Hotel Dimboola Kaniva

Wonder Bar at Horsham Theatre Tonight and Saturday

The Horsham Theatre screens Wonder Bar tonight and Saturday with Jolson in a famed stage role and a cabaret setting. Kay Francia Dolores Del Rio and Ricardo Cortez star in supporting roles with Constance Bennett and Herbert Marshall. Gracie Fields appears Monday to Wednesday in Sing As We Go with Over The Garden Wall also shown.

Horsham Theatre Jolson Kay Francia Dolores del Rio Ricardo Cortez Constance Bennett Herbert Marshall Gracie Fields Gracie Blackpool Bobby Towes

Horsham Guides Hold Seventh Annual Meeting

The Horsham Girl Guides Local Association will hold its seventh annual meeting at the Presbyterian Hall on Wednesday May at 3 pm. Miss Ling is expected to address the gathering.

Horsham Girl Guides Presbyterian Hall Miss Ling

Horsham United Australia Party Meeting Scheduled

The Horsham branch of the United Australia Party will hold a snital meeting at Mechanics Hall on Wednesday at 2 pm. Officials urge attendance for important business and updates.

Horsham United Australia Party Mechanics' Hall

Cycle race crashes injure riders and local notices

In Nhill amateur cycling heats Bert Christen sen of Dimboola broke his collarbone after a crash, then a seven rider pileup in a three mile handicap saw A E Fanll fracturing his forearm. Other riders suffered cuts and shock while receiving first aid. Also noted are ballroom dancing classes starting Tuesday and local donations to the Phillips appeal. A garnishee order was issued in Horsham Police Court. Queen Mary is celebrated as a mother with Jubilee Fund appeals noted.

Nhill Amzae A. E. Fanll Warracknabeal A. N. Schilling Antwerp Queen Mary Prince of Wales Duke of York Duke of Gloucester Duke of Kent Princes Mary Jubilee Fund Horsham

Spanish War Wives Believe Soldiers Still Alive

Wives and mothers of hundreds of Spanish Moroccan war soldiers from 1921 insist their men survived the Annual massacre and are held as slaves in the desert, while a Spanish mission is sent to verify their fate. In Australia, fraudsters posing as a grazier signature attempted holiday thefts at Stawell stores, cashing £10 cheques for small goods.

Silverter Morocco Stawell

Burns on Misa Bell during shed washing at Marnoo

Misa Christina Bell suffered severe burns to her body when her clothes caught fire while washing in a shed at Marnoo. Her brother T Bell sustained serious burns while trying to beat out the flames. The incident followed a devastating windstorm at Wal Wal that damaged roofs, uprooted trees, and felled fencing.

Marnoo Misa Christina Bell Stawell Hospital Mr. T. Bell Handa Wal Wal

Government plans vast irrigation projects in Hyderabad ruler domain

India’s Nizam aims to spend about £29.5 million on hydro projects over twenty years. Harnessing the Kistna Tongabadra and Bhima rivers, the scheme would irrigate over 4.65 million acres, easing famine in the dry season and boosting crop yields by about 40 percent in some districts.

India Nizam of Hyderbal Kistna Tongabadra Bhima

Postage Rules For Newspapers In Commonwealth Deliveries

Deputy Director warns that many newspapers posted with insufficient prepaid postage are taxed twice or destroyed. Within Commonwealth deliveries pay six ounces rate by weight, not by copies. partly prepaid papers face double tax to be paid by addressees.

Posts and Telegraphs Tf. Tawaon Commonwealth

New Motor Car Factory Plans in Sydney and Melbourne

General Motors and Holden inspect sites in Sydney and Melbourne for a new factory costing 125 000 to 140 000 pounds. The plant is expected to eventually manufacture complete motor cars.

Melbourne General Motors Hoklen‘’s Sydney

Goering Vows Strong Germany During May Day Rally

Berlin speaker Dr. Goering tells May Day crowd Germany will defend its position without compromise at Geneva and asserts Germany will sleep in peace with vigilant men guarding the nation after torchlight procession remarks.

Berlin Goering Germany Geneva

Mr MacDonalds Magazine Article Sparks House Debate

In Lowton on Thursday the House of Commons rang with cheers when Romaay McDonald stated his labor magazine article claimed Germany had broken the peace system. Cocks quipped that it was the sole action gaining labor approval since 1901. MacDonald praised the reception.

Communists' Headquarters Raided in Vienna

Police raided the Communist headquarters in Vienna on Wednesday following a bombing at a suburban rail station injuring four. The operation was a sequel to the attack as authorities pursued those responsible.

Vienna Sit Pele

May Day Celebrations Go Quiet in Paris

Paris May Day celebrations report record quietness with no arrests, contrasting with unrest in other parts of the world as London reports May Day events on Thursday.

Paris

Germans in Australia Plan for German Unity

Professor Mannhardt of the University of Marburg told the National German Council at Kiel that German citizens in Australia should be united by a Nazi spirit to preserve German culture. He noted 40,000 German migrants since 1853 are divided, with German language banned in schools during the war.

Berlin Wellnesdag Mannhardt University of Marburg National German Council Kiel Commonwealth Australia

Champion Sealing Matches Between Pearce and Miller

In Halifax Nova Scotia Bobby Pearce meets American champion Bill Miller in a sea carnival week from July 15 to 21. They race over a mile and over three miles with the title possibly at stake.

Halifax Nova Scotia Wennesday Bobby Pearce Bill

Horsham Theatre Broadcasts and Dinner Music Schedule

Friday programming for Horsham includes dinner music blocks from 12 to 1.30 and 6.3 to 7, with Horsham Times dinner music at 7.30. News services, market reports, and station announcements appear 7.30 to 11 and 7 to 10.30, plus mid day and Sunday service slots and a Youth challenge talk by Rev M W Britten.

Teviny Horsham Kei Horsham Theatre M. W. Britten Judge Rutherford Bae Hersham

Percival's Plane Aims To Lower Record In Cray ton Flight

Captain Percival improves the Plane London Welpesilay The Percival Mow Gull for a record attempt to beat the Cray ton-Pumia time by 33 minutes set by the Comet. Lieutenant Cathcart James and Waller set England Australia return record in the same event.

London Welpesilay Percival Cathcart James Waller

Son seeks £487 from mother's estate in failed property deals

Melbourne Thorasay. George Gordon Heslop a stipendiary steward of the VRC seeks a declaration from the County Court that he is entitled to £487 from the estate of his late mother Mrs Mary Heslop for payments he made on her behalf for property transactions. The sums were lost and documents believed relettered in a fire at Heslop's home. The hearing is unfinished.

Melbourne Thorasay George Gordon Heslop The V.R.C Mra Mary Heslop Heslop

Special arrangement limits overseas intelligence rights in AU NZ

A notice states that by special arrangement Reuters World Service and other entities publish this issue with overseas intelligence material from Australia and New Zealand, and all rights are reserved.

Reuter World Service Australia New Zealand

Local Court Officials and Estate Notices Reported

The notice lists resignations and appointments for Horsham and Ararat officials including Mr. B. Gass departing from Cour t duties, Mr. J. W. Hayes newly appointed, and Mr. F.E. Edwards registered as a trustee. It also records birthdays and obituaries for residents, and details on the estate of Mr. John Starla Nestor with provisions for administration and distribution among heirs and the widow.

Engagement announced in Green Park Worsting for Miss Koons

The engagement is announced between Phyllis, daughter of Mr J Koons and the late Mrs Koons of Green Park Worsting, and Keith of Semoof Mor. The article describes the blurred wedding and reception details with formal attire, bridesmaids, and guests, noting the couple plans a future in Sydney.

Phyllis J . Koonagel Koons Green Park Worsting Keith Semoof Mor Amd Uapey Melbourne

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