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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 10, 1946
Page
5
A large meeting of local groups in Horsham approved a Monday June observance for Victory Day. Citizens are urged to fund a procession and events at Recreation Reserve with an estimated cost around £60. Mayor Roe Charl invites donations at the Town Hall or Horsham Times offices.
Inspector's report discusses council approval conditions for dwelling permits and surface fill to AT feet level, with council responsibility for watercourse access. J Tait reports March sales of 16,858 sheep and three cattle, dues £36 18s 5d, four-month totals 78,238 sheep, 31 cattle, four horses, dues £175 8s 4d. Request for advice on crutching target for sheep in Oamaru.
The Horsham records show Abattoirs Bank balances to April 30 1946 with funds in municipal and lighting accounts, abattoirs and private streets, plus loans from State Savings Bank. The Horsham Sewerage Authority lists house connections revenue depreciation and a Commonwealth bond. The Waterworks Trust notes sinking funds and a large array of year to date animal counts and disease status. Local notes propose tree planting and improvements at works, with refrigeration upgrades and pest plant declarations for Tribulus terrestris and Salsola Kali.
The C.R.B. announced that the Nalimuk road extension from Wilton street to Firebrace street is now a main road. Dr Hutcheson notes the deputation’s requests a year ago are fulfilled and a motion to thank the board was approved.
The report notes maintenance work completed with 38 meters repaired during the week. No pipes are yet available for Housing Commission extensions. The document discusses meter installation costs, Water Act effects, and future appointments and approvals related to water supply trust operations.
Monthly report details road works by Lymoth Streep including 13 chains road repaired gravelled intersections at Kwiter Road and Francis Street. Noradjuha Row to Coolyath repaired with gravel and geuvet. Dover Road culvert laid new under channel, Boundy Road culvert enlargement planned. Kee rwation Reserve repairs ground clearing, arena area fencing and signs riveted. outer yard to be paved.
Finance Committee reports at Town Hall on April 2 1846 and May 6 1946. Present: Lawrence chair Charles Hutcheson Smith Emanuel Saunders Bennett Bielke and others. Accounts approved for payment including Municipal fund and electric light. Abattoirs and Health Inspector reports received. Subdivision plans referred to engineer, Mayor, and Works Committee. Fees and conditions set for crutching shoe and pepper trees. Several negotiations and referrals to committees noted.
The Works Committee at Town Hall on Thursday in May discusses avenue repairs and footpath upgrades. Members include Houtehnsain, Lanier Wares, Vanawael, Small Trou, Batbay, Vitentiay La aua, Houdrag Chop, M ain Street, and Stewart Strout. Recommendations cover road repairs and footpath improvements near Exehance Hotel and Prestige factory, with reports referred to the Clvievain altt Witenes and Foreman for status.
The Gardens Committee at Geurtems Ca World met at the Town Mall off Phare ms May 16 with chairman Autcheson and members including Charles Bennett and Cook. A letter from Horokain Cricket Apeeci Hina outlined two permanent committees Sunnyside and Ostlands Parks. The committee suggested delaying action until the next meeting. The Sunnyside Pack Committee’s views were to be confirmed. Basketball Association, for May Back, was recommended for park use with conditions and authorization for arrangements.
Engineer W Sinclair reports on Mubali Shiva plana detailing subdivision at Lymety to Mill Streets with flat ground and soil levels. Drainage method discussed and proposed, with main drain to Lilac Street west end and lower levels set near 417 feet. Council considers forwarding details to the Commission for approval and drainage responsibility.
Fragmented OCR record lists financial totals, payments, and accounts from a municipal utility or surveying ledger. Names, places, and amounts appear jumbled, but items include electricity charges, public works costs, trust funds, and various individuals linked to accounts or deliveries.
During the month, mains and jumprops to connect houses erected by the Housing Commission were completed. Extensions on Doven Couch and Sunnyside rear areas proceed to link new housing. pumping station and treatment works progress satisfactorily. A proposed sewerage plan for Area No. 8 outlines boundaries and extensions, available for one month inspection. Severn funds and departmental arrangements noted, with winter bacteriological concerns and calls for Public Works involvement.
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