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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 11, 1928
Page
5
An aged newspaper fragment lists Phons 037 and Phono 475 notices for Wediing and Frembley Private Hospital Horsham. Nearby is LEDsman Ham Specialist at 407 Sturt Street Ballarat offering hairwork and permanent waving with claims of guaranteed success. Established 1988.
The text argues that in government reshuffles ministers may lack practical subject knowledge while permanent departmental heads provide the continuity. It criticizes the recurrence of portfolio swaps, notes that civil servants supply detailed information, and highlights a cabinet reshuffle roster affecting posts like Defence and Railways alongside Customs and Postmaster General.
News and notes recounts delays by the Electoral department and the branding alterations to an advertisement campaign. It mentions auditing of returns, notices about papers, and references to individuals and places in a fragmented report. The text includes memorials and notices as part of the page mix.
A long, garbled article describes political debates, wartime service, and local civic concerns. It mentions a returned soldier's health episode, false fire alarm, police court actions, dental work promotions, and theatre listings. It namechecks Horsham Dimboola and other local places, with scattered notes on politicians and public figures.
Mr A Charlton urged government to curb migration saying unemployment rises amid arrivals. The reply stated the government has no intention of refusing migrants to enter Australia, asserting ongoing admission plans despite concerns.
The notice lists auctioneers Mir C Versen and Wilson Bolton selling livestock and farm implements in Mellnaree Wilster Street. It records Merino ewes and wethers prices, machinery such as a Bartram engine, binder, and hay equipment, plus a May 4 sale at Warrackanden with quantities and prices. It notes education funding and Shrine of Remembrance support and a sheep salt at Nivtimels, with various prices and lots.
A fragmented notice from Horsham district records a farewell event for Constable Mortier, with invitations to attend at Moning's Cafe. The document mentions budgetary notes, a local committee, public health offers, and directions to inform borough officials about the proceedings.
An unreliable dispatch claims Captain Wilkins, an Australian pilot, fled a landing site after a dispute at Katorte Mabe. The crew allegedly refused to take off, with delayed actions and unclear details surrounding the incident at a distant location.
A garbled report notes Empire Broadcasting and Dutch Air Service extending links to Australia with an inauguration planned during June. It mentions export routes to Australia and a potential establishment between Australia and Hatavin, plus talks of royalist opinions and North Pole expedition tension involving marines and the pole voyage expedition.
A fragmented report previews tomorrow’s matches in the Wimmera region. Dimboola and Warracken show potential while Stawell and Stawell draw interest, with teams weighing form and lineups amid speculation on key players and possible selections. Local committees discuss plans and campaign for improvements as season hopes rise.
Contested items recount the expulsion and travel plans of Prince Carol with ministers and porters moving through towns. Names like Mark, Aliwek, Frederick Walt, Wood, Netherway, and Turnbull bridge are noted amid details of a return journey and arrangements for a public event. The article mentions a board or committee and a Surrey context with dates and locations toward a formal expulsion ceremony.
Fragmented report on golf championship with jumbled OCR text noting Stewart Posetton and a list of players and umpires. Mentions Briggs and Wimmera Umpires The VFL and upcoming matches. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicates commentary on officiating and results. Potential references to Reilly and Warrackon Bute.
A scrambled OCR note reports floods affecting Ontario communities and regional junior teams. It mentions Havre, Horsham juniors, and a first win for Sodinry with fragmented references to Second Eighteen and Beeeewtee, plus scattered names like Wallis and Ki.
Fragmentary notes reference British aviation advances with all-metal aeroplanes and a major school project in Morshant. Mentions bids for remodeling work, temporary teaching posts, and department letters from the Education Ministry. Several officials and educators named in a period-press style item about wartime standards and public works.
In a fragmentary notice the text references a service arrangement and various entities including Teuter's World Service and Intel, hinting at a comparison with The Torshum Throws and selections tied to Avstraton god New. The readable portion suggests a broadcast or publication note with multiple involved groups.
A historical note indicates a local paper named Che Horsham Times published on Tuesdays and Fridays in its first year, reflecting a twice weekly schedule and early editorial cadence.
A deputation representing a local association pressed the chief secretary for stronger protection measures. The meeting, chaired by Mr. Vandergast, discussed crime trends and requests for additional resources and a formal response from authorities. The council will consider proposals at the next session.
A reporting of church services and concerts across Sinmley Harsha and Horsham. Methodist and Church of Christ members will attend prayers sermons choir performances and Holy Communion with special messages from pastors and a concert featuring hymns and sacred songs. Tickets and further details available at the church office.
A scrambled report notes Italy defeating Auvetealia for the first time in a test romenh of the Dhavde Maye. The match featured tight scoring with De Mor Gurge and Stefani from Italy contributing strong plays.
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