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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 12, 1939
Page
5
Fragmentary report describes unsettled conditions with atmospheric disturbances and shifting skies. Mentions forecasts fading, winds from the west and south, and potential impacts across the ranges and communities, with limited readable specifics.
A town hall opening ball planned for May 4 will raise proceeds for a local benefit and feature supper. A separate motor vehicle incident on Wilson Street led to a court appearance with details heard by the National Police Station.
Readers extend sincere thanks and sympathy to families and friends for kind words flowers cards and memory. The notices list names and addresses of those expressing condolence and acknowledge support during a time of bereavement with funeral and religious observances.
Youth Week lessons highlight future friendly aims as teens and children engage in community projects. Officials emphasize responsible testing in homes and schools, with sports and leisure activities framed by cultural balance.
Fragments describe Ambulance Association members and officers preparing for a first aid examination. Mentions Mrs Semmens, president, and several attendees like Mary Malone Greta Me and Mary McLean. Notes plans for a gathering with debates, music, and organized team work for whist and social events.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe cheque drawer references, refugee question, and military service eligibility. It mentions Major Ainsworth and 45-year service rules, plus names and dates, court and debt items, and various notices about payments and auctions. The text is garbled but preserves entities like Hershey Police, May, and Victorian names.
Fragmented text notes a district parade with various groups joining a pipe band and others in a sequence around the Sees sl Gale ddidu Boothe. The readable fragments mention the Sivan Fill Pipe Band and a show at the Vige Sbegtine D, with scattered names and places from uncertain context.
An bustling community event features music from Proage's Orchestra and a lively program for children aged seven to sixteen. A temperance union fair at Victoria's Temperance Hall plans a Paddy's Market and a £50 loan for kindergarten expenses, with proceeds to support local activities.
A jumble of fragmented notes reports activity at Grain Bicentennial site and silo completion, plus a firehouse event in AshitoN and a theft at Myssyrs Bound & Sons. Police investigate amateur theft from Gouts money-bag and a Gym Bowlen Estate sale by executors of W J McCann with 625% acres and 2500 acres land.
A note announces a gathering on Friday May 19 at 240 to plan and finalize arrangements for the Wyol Fair. Organizers expect participation from local residents to coordinate activities and logistics.
A committee formed to promote the Echuca tower and clock celebrations on October 7. The event includes a special train from Melbourne with holiday excursion fares and a welcome by the Governor. A 50-foot tower and a four-dial clock feature, with a 1140 pound bell, honor Mrs. Betty, and a reception will follow. The city plans a public function at the assembly hall. The Girl Guides annual meeting will be held at St Johns Hall with Mrs. C Guthrie delivering the address after attending the world guide conference in Switzerland.
In Lower Mirah England a fire swept a shop owned by Maurice at 16 Pets Street. A father and two boys escaped through a window as flames grew. Firefighters rescued five including Mrs Tats and two children. The group, treated at Lanipith Hospital for smoke and burns, later recounted their frightful escape and a final dash to safety.
In a Valued century note, Bawird Steguens of Stawell receives many congratulations on his 26th birthday as the Historical Soviet of Vietsria marks notable milestones. The ceremony highlights his longevity claims and a unique distinction as the eldest living male, with reflections on his life and age.
The Paterson Court session sees JT banginida Sons Pty Ltd seek payment order against Lus Timmins for 43/274 with instalments and possible imprisonment on failure. Other entries include an overdue motor garage debt against J. J. O'Brien, a fine for non-appearance, adjournments on family matters, and an accident report at Braniba silo with a worker injured by falling wood.
D E Allan of Harahan is being transferred to the Tuhilta Slavery and Mr K R Cook of Melbourne is taking over. Br Ne St aster of the Behuon branch, formerly of Horshies, is appointed manager to the Wodonga bank.
Mrs B Deckart of Nutherby narrowly avoids death when she falls from a moving Adelaide express at a station. An opening in the platform end saved her, though she sustained injuries and was taken to hospital. Earlier and later incidents nearby left two other women injured by barriers during a similar incident.
Ed Laurie owned a stolen vehicle found abandoned about a mile and a half from Dimboola. Constable Parrant at Dimboola located the car with little people aboard and some damage noted.
Dr A M Watkine of Roseville NSW reports a case where a man bitten by a large black spider in his garden displayed sardonic facial expression and dancing movements. The event followed venom effects with rapid deterioration then improvement after treatment. Authorities identified the spider as Alta rowinatus, linked to several deaths.
A despicable act at Ystaiven Hospital involved stripping a lemon tree. Nurses and staff were alerted. suspects fled when torches were shown. The act occurred around midnight and appears premeditated, with police informed.
The article reports on a ministerial discussion about inviting German families to migrate after the war, noting reluctance from some parties and exploring whether old German settlers in Australia or elsewhere would benefit the Commonwealth. It cites memories of German farmers who previously worked farms successfully and faced uncertain futures.
Melbourne reports a Nurses Board conference on nurse shortages. The board calls for an 18 year old entry course, a revised curriculum, and expanded training for male nurses. Professor Allan chairs the board, with the Health Minister pressuring capacity measures.
The Minister for Supply, Mr Casey, introduced the Supply and Development Bill in the House of Representatives. It aims to plan munition provision, oversee assembly of shortfall stock and materials, and coordinate cost control and production policies for national defense.
A chaotic scene today as police captured Sigmond Cullen aged 30 and George Grauman aged 96 following a pursuit between Rutherglen and Xarmawomen. The incident involved a white Wer Sug vehicle and prompted stern actions by Beechworth Company officers.
Obituary records the death of Koi 3 Wolh Laewn in the Quantwue district, noting long residence in South Australia and connections to Galway, Ireland. It lists survivors including children and grandchildren, details the funeral at Bunyeus Cemetery led by Rev A C Harrison, and mentions other local obituaries and mourners from Beaufort, Marwoo, Kilmore, and Carawadia, with dates and ages.
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