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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 08, 1936
Page
4
A scrambled OCR fragment mentions a person possibly Ar R W E Thomas and a Su-bewe N Deeri sr with references to an exchange hotel and a Friday event. The readable bits imply a civic or social notice but lack clear names, places, or actions.
A fragment suggests yesterday's discussion of provisions related to LeGowing in a case concerning books and moral standards. No clear names or places are legible, leaving the core fact as an ongoing legal or financial matter tied to literary materials.
Melbourne desk notes wheat at 7/4 a bushel in Horeham with related prices for barley oats and potatoes. Milling and feed figures appear for May and June prospects, including fluctuations in barley and feed markets.
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A fragile, garbled notice from 24 Doven Row thanks relatives and friends for telegrams and cards. The readable fragments name several individuals and imply a personal loss or event, with a request for continued support and sympathy from the community.
A May conference between Australia and New Zealand officials will discuss agricultural problems, marketing, and potential trade arrangements. The aim is to ease tensions from rising economic nationalism and to coordinate responses to export industries while strengthening cross‑Pacific cooperation.
The report details a sequence of mishaps and weather notes from Horsham area streets. A horse rider incidents cause injuries while a vehicle incident damages property near Pyne and Kuberte avenues. Emergency services responded and an ambulance was called for the injured.
The governor shows interest in public events and cultural venues, scheduling meetings to discuss test information and potential tours. Officials expect a formal acknowledgment and extended invitations as plans for a governor led visit unfold across Horsham and surrounding districts.
At a council meeting, officials discussed repairing the boundary road to the cemetery as a joint project with the Shire of Wimmera. The town would complete ten chains of bitumen work this year using estimates and unemployment relief funds, while a total Wa-wunna road cost was estimated around £730.19, with the town unable to fund the full project.
At a Monday meeting the Legertionet of bande and Baeves discussed the land known as a cemetery. Members debated if the site should remain a cemetery or be redeveloped, with some supportive of preservation and others urging sale or repurposing. The committee noted the land’s potential to become a cemetery again if preserved. Names and exact roles were unclear due to fragmented OCR.
Tonight at Aorsham Theatre two specials Banders of the River and Preckles close tonight. Lealle stars with Paul Robeson in Banders of the River a Congo set tale about tribal gangs, while The Prelk.es tells of a lone orphan in an Indiana logging camp. Tomorrow and Tuesday Rose of Rancho and Gentlemen of The Navy follow. May 15 brings Mutiny on the Bounty from Australia.
A partially garbled report from a Thursday note outlines Australia’s motor industry as the nation’s second largest sector. The Minister for Transport signals intermediate steps to avoid disruption and protect substantial enterprises, urging careful planning before decisive actions. The piece mentions the motor industry’s size and employment, highlighting its importance to the economy.
Wire report from Melbourne States the new X ray and quantum laboratory at Melbourne University opens today as Sir David Rivett head of the Council for Scientific Research pledges £100,000 annually to Australian universities for research work.
The Court of Criminal Appeal today dismissed the appeal of Giacomo Tarci aged 50 against an eight year sentence for the manslaughter of Luigi Marches at Gruyere on November 1.
Melbourne reports that Sir James Barrett as BMA president proposed relieving metropolitan hospital crowding by transferring convalescing patients to country hospitals and admitting urgent cases to intermediate facilities with special arrangements to handle such contingencies.
The Dimboola Gun Club hosted a multi event shoot with teams from Dimboola, Great Western, Stawell, and Dimbooyin. Competitors including Schmidt Hersh and Baird Dimboola posted divisions for pigeons, sworpetukes and other birds while recovering from illness. Winners shared dividends among Olber Stawell, Howe Sta well, and Foehner Dusboola among others.
Fragmented ad text touts Bayer Aspirin tablets offering rapid relief from headaches toothache and stomach pain. It cites strong claims of quick pain relief and references the historical aspirin origin and product variations.
London reports Italian East Africa forces under Commander Badoglio entered Addis Ababa without resistance today. Jubilation spread in Italy and Rome as Mussolini praised peaceful aims toward Britain. Troops pursued rioters, while municipal services began normal operations amid the claimed restoration of order.
Fragmentary report quotes David Lloyd George criticizing armament firms. The text suggests tensions over war-related contracts, cabinet secrecy, and calls for inquiry into armament supply issues during a tense wartime period.
Fragmentary report details a heated exchange in a parliamentary session with references to Labor opposition, government responsibilities, and accusations. Names and places are garbled, but the piece centers on political contention and candidate positions.
A garbled passage discusses a formidable question about sanctions and the continuation of war efforts. It mentions Mr Awaten Chamberlain's spouse and Eden clarifies the League's role in deciding the whitey future of Choromen af tellon. The Tongue references difficulties in prosecuting war and the work of the Lengun.
A strange report describes deadly reptiles escaping from Mentival Wellestay hotel during a chaotic event. Edward claims involvement while officials initiate a search for the remaining creatures, one biting air and releasing poison gas as the team investigates.
The notice lists church activities including CELEBS mort on Monday night, sporting branch meet on Tuesday, and PM and AM sessions. A Presbyterian service series at Skuse Creek is led by Mr. L. 1, with Women's Mission Ary Unto event set for May 29 replacing May 7. Juvenile convener schedules, youth activities, and a painting project at the church are noted along with Mother’s Day plans and other church hall gatherings.
The Waterworks Trust monthly report details service in April, noting repairs to a main line, a fire plug, and several meters. The report records new meters installed, tests completed, and an extended service line on the west side. Financials show transfers to reserve funds and a balance of C200. trustees reflect on past outages and ongoing maintenance.
Fragmentary text mentions unemployed relief workers and a taxymaid reference with scattered proper nouns and dates. The readable fragments imply a public or relief-related notice but lack coherent details, names, or clear actions to summarize.
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