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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 05, 1931
Page
7
The writer recalls Brussels highlights during a five world tour stoppage. Descriptions cover the Grand Place area and Hotel de Ville architecture, Guild houses, ornate interior carvings, and museum collections. The piece notes Brussels as a cultural center with late 19th century civic grandeur and German occupation context.
The report notes ongoing rainfall delaying field work and hindering fallow recovery. It mentions crops like hag weed, weltn, and chicken weed spreading, slow wheat sowing, and cautious farmers amid late autumn conditions. Local scenes describe harvest rhythms, animals, and villagers reacting to shifting weather.
A chaotic note describes a Wednesday April 23 gathering at Haven Chapel led by Mrs. Payne, Horvian branch president. Speakers discuss community progress, temperance, and women empowerment, with emphasis on education and civic involvement. Attendees hear about Tasmanian tours, practical demonstrations, and upcoming events through an informal program.
Amid recent beneficial rains across Minimay and Rooroopki districts, pastures grow rapidly. Protx from Frome reports a profit near £20. Moin plenic minces conclude accounts show improved Miniway Mechanics. Sheny wrcket notes market gains with Border Leicester rams and several wethers improving in quality.
Fragmented report notes farmers expect a likely period of good weather to allow sowing of wheat. It mentions rain delays, upcoming conditions, and the need for a dry spell to finish field work and planting operations.
A rough weather report notes inconsistent rainfall across the district last Tuesday and through the night with totals varying by area. April rainfall is higher than last year’s, while August saw the record for a single month. farmers anticipate a stronger start to growing season despite pockets of drought and weed concerns.
The report notes a wet week with frequent rains and rising temperatures boosting crop growth. Subsoil moisture improves as April rains ease and farmers expect earlier harvests. supplies and food stocks show rapid growth.
A weathered report notes ten stays of wet conditions and a splendid rainfall that renews crops. despite favorable skies, rain hindered harvests with abundant grass and sparse grain rows. beekeeping and honey runs suffer as crops remain small and uneven across fields.
Local lore recounts monumental oaks in Darley churchyard and nearby lanes. A 1200 year old yew is said to stand at Wendy Dorbyshire’s church site, while the great oak near Romulus churchyard is described as centuries old. Histories mention Major Rooke and antiquities within the forest and village, with tales of hollowed trunks, sacred branches, and long-ago gatherings.
Reports note poultry owners struggle with wet weather and high humidity. Hives and damp conditions strain flocks as farmers brace for winter.
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