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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 05, 1931
Page
2
A fragmented market note lists per quart prices for potatoes and per pound prices for onions, with unclear city or date details. The text includes unit prices and brief product mentions, reflecting a retail market snapshot with several garbled tokens.
A brief wire note from Melbourne dated Monday reports prices and items at the Melbourne Produce Market. It mentions traders such as Bart Inglish and Vania with prices like 18/6 and 8 to 5 12/8, and notes a death of someone named Pitnes in Horsham and Harahan Yad.
Fragmented obituary fragment mentions Wises and Fajnenl Pe, Florsha Penley, and references to a funeral and remnants of a will or service. unclear details on dates, places, or full names due to damaged text.
The Horsham newspaper announces a Tuesday publication pattern with termday and Friday issues in its 68th year. It lists a May 5 date and references TURSDAN as part of the item.
The text argues for a broad shift of leadership in Australia amid calls to reject factionalism within the principal parties. It warns against continued division, urges unity among sincere Australians, and emphasizes the danger of partisan strife to the nation’s future.
A fragmented weather note notes rainfall appreciation and general expectation of a wetter winter. It cites widespread sentiment that adequate rain will secure a favorable spring, with emphasis on rainfall improving soil moisture and crop conditions.
A wild dog attack devastated a flock near Talk Street, with several sheep killed and others injured or driven off. Residents report fear of further incursions as authorities consider patrols and deterrents to protect the countryside and prevent further losses.
The article notes optimistic remarks by Mayor Ur Longlinds during the North anniversary celebrations of the AXA of Victoria. He highlights farm and community progress and hints at overcoming past adversity with anticipated prosperity.
A feature on the Hor Hun Boranie Gardens highlighting scented perfumed retreats and garden scenery. It notes ornate borders, fragrant flowers, and a strolling path inviting visitors to enjoy the visual and sensory display as part of a celebrated garden event.
The Horsham League of Hope held a weekly meeting led by Mrs Kemp. Members organized a program of songs and games for the junior group with Miss Tansy Kemp assisting. About 9 30 the children enjoyed a coffee and snacks in a decorated room. all helped with the entertainment. The group sang the National Anthem before leaving. Thanks go to Mrs Rens for supporting the work among the juniors.
Keen interest in the Awastion Chub's dance at the Tower S on May 1. Invitations extended to Nhill Dimboold Waprack Murton dancers with a strong turnout expected. The committee plans careful hosting with orchestral entertainment and reception arrangements led by G Porting.
Horsham Tractor Owners Association prepares for its annual meeting at Horsham Town Hall. Details of business to be discussed are advertised.
A letter from a fruit of agricultural machinery Port informs about new Contokia Acts compliance and the impact on pricing. It explains duties, impositions, primage, and charges totaling over 489 percent on equipment referred to, urging readers to consider the real export and shipping costs.
Pioneer Motors plans a six week round trip from Melbourne to Alice Springs and Darwin via Cloncurry, Arnhem Land, and the Great Barrier Coast. The expedition uses specially equipped motor cars starting July 25, with a return route through Melbourne and back to Cloncurry, featuring a stop at Hermannsburg Mission and Palm Valley.
In Horsham the Australian Labor Party reports a surge of new members at Saturday evening events. The president spoke strongly about unity and progress, noting future policy papers and public questions to be addressed at upcoming meetings.
Fragmented notice describes a fatal incident linked to a damaged report about a toxic substance and multiple deadly effects. Names and details are garbled, but mentions a person named Thomas visiting Wareham and a Motel exchange from 2 to something unspecified.
A refurbished boot and shoe store announces change of ownership to J Lang and R one Pty Ltd. The site undergoes alterations for a modern Rot and Rhoe department and exclusive merchandise display. Matthiase will oversee repairs and showroom events inviting public visits and demonstrations by an expert repairer.
A fragmented notice describes a private sale of a horse property and a forthcoming public auction. The text includes references to individuals and places, but the legibility is poor and several names and details are unclear.
A dense, reflective piece on the pitfalls of book buying and tenure among readers. It weighs social expectations, borrowing ethics, and the value of literature, noting struggles with desire, debt, and communal standards in a frayed argumentative voice.
A horse named Adelaide Roryne struck a calamity at Millbrook crossing on Friday night. The animal’s value is placed at £4. A second horse, Value MT ETS, was also killed after being struck but both animals were thrown clear of the limits.
A public health demonstration titled This Thing Called Health will be shown at Harshass Theatre in May. The event is presented by Miex Hertha Monks Corsellene Conm vellor and will run at the Show Room on Langlands & Hons Pty in Sewre 1.
A garbled report describes two men near the Wim mert bridge at Quamtemg, one hooked and pulled from water. A life member of a group and other associates are named, with unclear details about their roles and the rescue effort.
A cable from the Australasian agent of the P D Company outlines a new travel venture aboard the Royal Mail steamer Mongolia. The Mongolia will depart Australia for return service, with low tourist pricing drawing praise and public interest. The PM Company plans advance bookings and facilities to meet demand for Avalon and New Zealand routes, featuring promotional materials and a pictorial advertisement.
The readable fragments describe a chaotic scene involving a weapon and shooting but lack coherent names, places, or a clear sequence of events. The text appears garbled with offensive language and no verifiable facts to establish a specific incident.
A storm near Mr We Grime Yard isolated Gowls, with Natunuk under watch as families faced damage. Local workers scrambled to secure property and assess scenes amid high winds and leaking roofs.
The act outlines restrictions on wildflower collection within certain regions. A local gathering at Hvinskeey on 28 Spell drew poor attendance. The balance sheet showed liabilities and a total line of 2 pounds, with officials appointed to review the area’s conditions.
A 100 man search party is organized to locate the missing Southern Cloud crew. The group begins today near Mount Misupmnt with plans to cover broad terrain and signals.
A garbled notice quotes Mr. Lyont praising Anatralia as a bright spot while mockingly dismissing a destined future. The fragmentary text weaves mispronunciation and odd phrasing to imply satire or a coded message about regional regard.
A fragmentary report describes stowaways attempting escape from Arvest and a remote vessel, with sparse details about locations and people. Readable names and concrete actions are limited due to text damage.
Fragmented text references relief related to NSW State Savings Bank and a military or organizational context. The readable fragments mention relief, State Marines, and protection in a fended or fort-like setting, but specific events, dates, people, or outcomes are unclear.
Unclear OCR text reports a steward facing charges tied to a disordered incident. Names, places, and dates are unreadable, with mixed garbled content obscuring specifics of the case and involved parties.
A summary of a meat workers strike and related labor meeting. The report notes tension between employers and workers and mentions a vote or ballot among members about future action. Names and specific places are unclear due to garbled OCR text.
Partial readable text shows garbled phrases with scattered proper nouns and dates. The line reads like a fragmented historical note or diary entry with references to places and people but lacks coherent events or context.
Chief Judge Dettifid informs Australian workers union about wage adjustments and stowage agreements affecting power plants and markets. The case hinges on how wage rates apply to workers and recent price changes in the industry.
A Unitey Roads Board releases tender notices with unclear phrasing and mixed jargon. The document lists several projects and bidders but key specifics and deadlines remain obscured by garbled text.
The notice describes a wool display by a Fen ensemble and furniture market plans at Pyaswat street with David Anderson & Co. postponements and a Riverina Movement initiative. It mentions new coats and evening wear, and a financial update about an extra 100M, with Sydney Ferries Limited schedules affected.
A condensed schedule lists dates from Hopetoun Warracknabeal Kaniva and Moulmein for October shows. Entries include Mewlah Sill and Mieyin with specific days noted as October 1 2 13 15.
A vintage notice outlines experimental air routes linking Australia and the United Kingdom with details on mail service, postage, and offices. It mentions flight schedules, post office handling, and proposed charges for international mail prior to a regular service.
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