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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 03, 1938
Page
7
A wild storm brought heavy rain and high winds, disrupting farming in several regions. The downpour hampered plowing and feeding, with dawn cleanup underway as authorities assess damage and plan relief. Local pastors and mission staff reported ongoing impacts on water supply and shelter needs.
A fragmented report describes bomb splinters striking British steamers during air attacks near Surrey and the Baltic area. It mentions unidentified planes, damaged vessels, and Allied efforts against hostile forces, with references to lingering naval threats and ongoing patrols.
A Horsham project showcases Solo mit straw concrete as a fire resistant, lighter building material. A 12 month plan aims to erect a factory with Langlands & Sons forecasting farm revenue from straw sales while emphasizing durable, cost efficient construction for modern housing.
Report to Horsham Football Club reveals heated discussion over ground rent motions. President Dr Willing and committee members urged clarity as delegates from Witumera faced scrutiny and a deputation was proposed to approach local officials and the league.
A partial readable notice describes a dinner event at Forty Lane venue featuring a French chef Mons Audre Astriess. The supper, titled Forty Lounge Special, drew town interest with plated dishes and an event tone, highlighting culinary artistry and a social gathering.
A field of 30 members competed at the Morsham jinks on Saturday with improved fairways and solid scoring. J W Mitchell won the division with 92 1864 while A grade players posted notable scores including W S Allan 73 2486 and E Wigley 13 80. Listings for B and C grades follow with multiple players and handicaps. Mrs RA Ludbrook led the associates nine holes event, and Mrs Classon won the 18 holes event with 7 26 71, while Mrs Ludbrook took the S hole prize with 47 12 341.
The Punpino club announces a gathering next Saturday with four-some arrangements and specifies invitations for the Horsham district. Names and partial details appear in the notice, including hosts and date references.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a German holiday camp with scattered words and names. The readable bits include references to a correspondent, mothers, and various unclear terms. The text appears as incomplete notes lacking coherent events or outcomes.
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