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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 06, 1938
Page
7
Correspondent notes Melbourne market activity with milling and Cape varieties listed. Wheat prices steady around 4/0 and 2/6b in Horsham, while onion and potato figures show varied bids. Strong pricing signals for wheats and root crops reflect regional demand in southern markets.
In loving memory of Getr Nostaind and Cather who died in May 1088. Also memories for our dear brother Rameo who passed away at Quantong May Sth 18S. Sincere thanks for kind deeds and tender memories from family members and sisters.
Article outlines May 1938 parliamentary debate on unemployment relief reforms, touching on abolishing tests, income guarantees, taxation measures, and the government’s approach to funding welfare. Highlights include potential shifts in policy, party positions, and economic pressures shaping discussions.
A cold spell gripped the area after a mild stretch yesterday. The forecast called for clear skies then a south wind with light frost and sharp morning chills. Strong winds and frosty surfaces were noted as a brisk front moved through.
Horham Town Council holds its winter meeting at the Public Library to discuss the new municipal offices and the old town hall project. Mother's Day is recognized on the Second Sunday in May with churches urged to honor mothers and display flowers for family devotion and community care.
The report discusses plans to rebuild and restore damaged historic structures in a town area, aiming to preserve local architectural heritage while improving Witeon street and adjacent sites. It notes contractor involvement by Mr. R. Bainwall and outlines needed funding. The rainfall section records Horsham received seven days of rain last month with 422 panes registered and 19 paints fell over three days, totaling 244 rainfall units for the year, compared to 1987 figures.
The Wimmera district hospital committee set May 28 as the initial training date for the institution. A Victorian public policy debate on national insurance and forestry revenue is outlined, with opposition to compulsory military camps and concerns about taxation and local economies.
Report shows very low turnout at United Country Party meeting with members criticizing leadership and stalling on a sewerage plan. The poll totals read Yes 72, No 830, informal and mixed votes, amid disruptions and local tensions.
A long fragmentary report covers a social wedding at Formtelah where Gladys Thoreethy Inecond, daughter of Smith and Sear, married Rag in a ceremony at a Methodist church. The piece then shifts to a burglary at a local hall or church with thieves entering through the roof and stealing jewelry and a flag, detailing the security, witnesses, and attendees. It closes with further wedding notices and social events, all rendered in a dense, period-voice style with many garbled names and places.
The text records multiple weddings and social events in Horsham with details on gowns, ceremonies, venues, and attendees. It notes the May 14 ceremony for Mary Ellis and Hector Charles in Horsham, with officiant Rev Crwiters, and references elaborate bridal attire, bridesmaids, and reception arrangements. Further lines describe other marriages and wedding parties across nearby parishes with similar ceremonial specifics.
In Dumboola, Mr Frankborn slipped and fell at his father’s shop injuring his collar area. A doctor attended and stitches were required to close the wound. The incident prompted medical attention.
Wire from Our Correspondent reports Canberra where Labor leaders push for a select committee to examine defence expenditures and curb profiteering. The Treasurer Mr Casdy says the government will not delegate responsibilities and asserts every item has already been scrutinised.
Wire service reports P. Falk & Co. jewelers on Little Collins Street suffered a burglary. About £2000 worth of jewellery and ware goods were stolen in the heist. Police are investigating the break in at the Melbourne warehouse.
An early year built motor ship Port St John on its maiden voyage from England ran onto a reef about 40 miles from Gisdatone last night. The extent of damage is unknown as the steamer Cannonbar stands by and tug Carlock is en route from Brisbane to assist.
The report lists Rev C E Thile of Lath. stan. Church Horsham leaving Wednesday for the general synod at Tabor and notes his absence. It mentions Warracknabeal society planning a tribute to secretary Mr WS McMultin, Macum Lashte master at Mur ton, and a memorial for Rev Solar Melita. Victoria Freemans Homes life-quiver arrivals, and Dr Douglas Hyde’s Dublin election as first president. It records estate details for farmer Hermann Christoph Johns Lange of Nurimuk and a widow’s entitlement following his death on January 3, 1031.
Fragmented obituary item lists Matson with unclear dates and place names. The text references a Stawell area, a hotel, and a funeral context but lacks readable details. The readable fragments imply a death notice and burial in a town setting with aisles and a motel involved in the surrounding description.
Fragmentary OCR text references a strike, civic events, and figures like a Supreme Court and local committees. The readable segments mention Westnemans, Cranseriek, and a 1% fin ramport. The exact events, dates, and entities remain obscured, yielding a hazy summary of political and social unrest in a historical page.
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