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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 05, 1933
Page
6
London reports say the Commonwealth paid interest on 4 percent 1956 bonds in paper dollars rather than gold, a move seen as a 12 percent discount. Banks reportedly protested, with a possible later claim for gold. Australian stocks in New York rose briefly before easing.
In New York on Wednesday the Commonwealth Government paid 1 107 787 dollars in interest due yesterday on the 4 per cent 056 loan. It is understood at least two couponholders tendered payment in gold, but Mogan & Co. the fiscal agents, noted gold was not available under current government restrictions.
The Administration moves to pay interest to external holders abroad, aiming to treat outsiders as international holders. Australian action is noted as worsening concerns, while American response shifts to paper payments instead of current methods.
Dublin reports the abolition of the oath of allegiance bill as law. Debate centered on loyalty to a foreign king and calls for public consultation before broad enactment. Opponents warn of consequences, while supporters urge clear move toward republican status across counties.
Ramsay MacDonald arrived in Southampton and praised the American conference in America. Roosevelt and other leaders voiced high hopes for the world conference and its potential outcomes.
A Soviet editor from a state organ was dismissed amid a disputed claim that Choe was the British Vickers representative. The article notes innocence of the Vickers men and mentions Mr Beguschevsky, with unclear wording about arrest or interrogation in Moscow.
A wartime dispatch quotes General Brlle addressing deputies about a new air squadron. The message predicts a per hour gate speed and rapid advancement for the unit, naming Lathe and other locations as references to the strategic deployment.
Ottawa reports advise that certain government staff are receiving dinner relief costing 6 million dollars monthly. The note hints at systemic waste amid ongoing relief efforts and budget scrutiny.
Hubert Wilkins proposes to sail to southern waters and visit Australia after meeting Ellsworth expedition plans. The voyage would have Waves London departing Dunedin in July and rejoining the expedition ship at sea.
The Aero Club censures Amy Mollison for a Sunday paper story about a 1931 forced landing in Poland en route to Tokyo. The club calls the account lurid and unsuitable and notes the piece describes a perishing private letter without permission.
About 30 students from Horsham High School and the convent joined Rotary Club members for a guided afternoon at Longerenong College. Guided by Principal G. Kd. Woodgate and farm manager T. Tulloch, the group toured farm facilities, machinery, and the college’s living quarters, with a later essay prize donated by Rotary members.
A wedding took place Saturday night April 30 at the Church of Christ Horsham. The ceremony was conducted by Mr J Methven with pink and white chrysanthemums in the church. The bride Gertrude May Hayward eldest daughter of Air Ben Hayward and the late Mrs Hayward Melbourne formerly Stawell wore a white crepe de chine frock and carried white chrysanthemums. The bridegroom Alfred Leslie Atkins eldest son of Mr and Mrs W H Atkins Horsham was given away by T Stokes. Attendant Beelyn Hunter with bridesmaid in pale blue organdie carried bouquets. The couple left to a confetti shower and proceeded to visit the bridegroom’s sister in Fowler Tins.
Calcutta reports Government weighing Gandhi's possible early release as concerns over his fast rise. No forcible feeding expected. A surprise attack on Gandhi targets N C Ketkar, former follower and Hindu leader, who called the threat a variant of highway robbery or coercion for money or life.
The House of Representatives approved an administration plan backed by the Senate granting President Roosevelt powers to increase exports reduce tariffs alter the crisis debt portion and adjust foreign payments as part of the inflation program.
Hor sham Mra resident Margaret McCartie died last night at 9 30 at her McPherson street home after a heart attack. Born at Stawell 71 years ago she came to Green Lake in 1878 and pioneered grazing at Barrett reserve aged 18. She married twice, widow of Robert Fraser then John McCarlie, and followed Horsham Club football. Survived by husband and children Elsie Leila Jamson Thomas Fraser and two sons James and Robert Fraser who died in the war. Funeral Saturday at Horsham Cemetery.
The nine month external trade shows imports rising from 11 to 164 million and exports up from 20 to 24 million. Australia relies on primary products, with wool wheat butter eggs meat and fruits abundant. Farmers fear drought and distant oversea price declines threaten future wealth. US move from the gold standard adds to concerns. Motorist gains as petrol price cuts and proposed registration reforms emerge, with hydrogen gas posited as future fuel and new petrol tax proposed to charge by usage.
The piece notes Anzac Day observance has softened yet grown, tracing a rise from a 4 000 march to 10 000 participants. It warns that weather and aging veterans challenge the current ceremonial form and anticipates a simpler future ceremony after a bridging transition.
SHIRE OF ARAPILES NOTICE announces property rate enrollment and payment deadlines. The Rate Collector will collect rates at the Shire Office Norad Jaha from June 2 to June 11 daily 9 am to 4 pm except holidays. Visit Natimuk at the Mail Office on May 11 and May 18 from 2 pm to 4:30 pm for rate payments.
Church notices list ministers and assignments for Horsham area including Rev. D 8 James of Heidelberg and Rev. TD 8 Jones with several children and local figures such as Mr UG Dent and Mr J 8 Joyce. Entries: Green Park, East Wonwondail, Laharam, Drung South, and other locations showScheduling details for Presbyterian services and clerical posts.
Hor sham and surrounding areas list multiple services with times in the morning and evening. Names Rev F. Woods Rev F BR Woolhouse and Mr Gen Hester T.O appear as speakers or leaders at several churches. Other locations include Greenland Dam Kalkee McKenzie Creek and Pimpinio with varied 3 pm or 11 am slots.
The Shire of Arapiles invites tenders for two road works with deadlines: by 12 am May 9 1993 for 16 chains of grabbing and forming on the Horsham Toolondo road at Norton Creek. by 1 pm May 11 1933 for 2000 linear feet of construction on the Arapiles Gramy East road. Plans are available at the Shire Office Noradjuha and Mail Office Natouk. Preliminary deposits are stated.
Fragmentary notices show church events with Rev Reed and Mrs Fisher. Entries mention Matines and Holy Communion Evensong with services at 11 am 3 15 pm and 20 am confusingly listed.
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