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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 19, 1950
Page
5
A family expresses heartfelt gratitude for letters cards and flowers after the death of Max Udall and other relatives in recent days. The notice honors the support from relatives and friends and notes the loss suffered by the Goddard and Uzzan families and others.
Gordon Lucas, Boer War veteran and Horsham district figure, died at Wimmera Base Hospital aged about 70. He served in ten wars, led the Victor contingent in South Africa, and fought in Gallipoli and France in World War I. He was longtime secretary and librarian of the Mechanics Institute and later the Public Library. He is survived by a brother William Lucas and Miss Hebe Lucas. The funeral was conducted by Canon N S Flametell with RRL service by Horsham Sub-Branch and bearers named.
Tonmerton the pianist and Clemens Leslie will wed Miss Dorcas Noxke in Hamilton with Rev G A Leslie officiating. After marriage they will reside in Adelaide where he is appointed to teach at the University Conservatorium. MilneNeeRe is noted as a contestant of Mrs G Nuako-Hroan.
The piece mocks a faction claiming immigrants in New York oppose government and sow disruption. It portrays the group as restless, seeking amendments and order casualties, describing them as discordant and out of harmony with unity. See
A tribute to Mr RO FE Charles of Horsham lauds his extensive public service and generosity. The piece salutes his selfless acts for the city and its people, contrasts modern materialism with service to others, and notes the difficulty of replacing such a devoted contributor.
A public gathering featured remarks by the Apex Governor, addressing local issues and emphasizing development plans. The event drew residents including community leaders and workers, with discussion spanning infrastructure, jobs, and civic improvements.
The notice outlines engagements and forthcoming nuptials among Horsham families, listing dates, names, and venues. It references Mavis Elizabeth and Peter Lan, plus several other couples and social events, with ceremonial plans and guest details across local streets and venues.
Marewell to Mr Ant Des N Gross held at the residence in Geelonz Ontario. Norman Gross were entertained at the home of Mrs Le ML Gree of Nathnak Row. A pleasant social evening with farewells and well wishes for their future happiness in their new home.
Mr and Mrs ALE Kinsher of Bowen Street plan to depart Jorsham in coming months. Mr Kimberley steps down from Monsteilder Co. Limited and, with Mrs Kimberley, will relocate to Melbourne. Both have strong ties to local groups, including WMeretts Law, the FLL, the Voltinterr Defence Corps, and the Ages cultural Society, with Mrs Kimberley notable as choir mistress and music club president.
The article reflects on Johann Strauss and his famous father and mother shaping a musical dynasty. It notes that Strauss followed parental wishes and produced some of the world’s most beloved waltzes, with references to venues and performances across Europe.
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