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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 20, 1932
Page
5
A fragment lists market rates for potatoes onions bacon and bran with per quarter or per bushel prices. Flour is shown for a 150 pound bag. Units and exact figures are partially obscured but indicate a historic household goods price list.
Dalgety and Cow report price ranges for wheat 3/ to 3 3/ per bushel and feed wheat 1/6 to 1/8, barley 2/6 to 2/3 English and 1/11 to OT for Cape, maize 4/, potatoes £2 10s to £3 10s, onions £13 to £15, chaff £3 5s to £4 7s 6d, eggs 1s 3d to 1s 7d. Yesterday wheat in Horsham was 2s per bushel.
The article notes General Higgins and Mrs Higgins visiting Melbourne amid major public events. A Salvation Army demonstration at Exhibition Building draws about 10 000 people from across the state, highlighting the Army’s relief work in depression hit metropolitan areas and its role in soup kitchens and shelters. W A Watt, former Victorian Premier, attends on the platform. The piece emphasizes the Army's businesslike approach and widespread appeal across sections of society.
The incoming government faces a heavy workload from Parliament’s wasteful past and a multi-faceted policy agenda. Officials must set unemployment relief, finance, transport and education strategies while addressing cooperative freezing works and potential resignations. Grazers forecast a record lamb and mutton export season, demanding swift decisions.
Rain showers reaching Pe pui last night prompted a rainfall tally up to 6 o clock. Warrock recorded the heaviest fall with 170 points, followed by Brimpaen 47, Victoria Valley 55, Murton 63, Glenorchy 40, Ararat 27, Stawell 44, Jung 63, and Wail 4. The noon forecast warned of cloudy unsettled skies and further general rain with northeast to southeast winds.
A two and a half year old child, roaming near Wawunna road, Horsham, was knocked by the wheel of a baker's cart but saved by the alert driver Mr Barrett of McClennan's bakery. The foot was badly bruised and one toe broken, with Dr Forsyth attending. The incident prompted renewed calls for stricter supervision of roaming children on roads.
The Mayor of Horsham Dr J Barnes will entertain scholars from Horsham High State and B C schools at the theatre this afternoon at 245 p m An address will be given by Mr G B Condm d gate principal of Longer enong College followed by a special moving picture The event is limited to children due to seating constraints
At Horsham Police Court on Wednesday Mr F OW PF Norris presided over undefended cases. Edith Geyer vs C Jones for Goroke £5 with 15/6 costs. J Flyon for Goroke £43 with 15/6 costs. C Rolph for Goroke £45 with 18/6 costs. H R Croft vs J Vernon Merino £1 p 6 with 15/6 costs. Jas Ballinger vs Norman McLean Horsham 14/8 with 15/6 costs. Ballinger vs A Arnett Horsham £7 1/6 with 15/6 costs.
Rotarian M. Phillips of Melbourne, Master in Equity, gave Horsham Rotary Club members a compelling resume of the League of Nations at their Wednesday weekly luncheon. He highlighted its work, value, and ongoing global impact.
Inspector Franklin Patterson charged Frank Patterson of Horsham with failing to destroy noxious Bathurst burr on 184 acres. After notice on March 11 and flood-related delays, Patterson pleaded guilty. The court fined £1 with 14 shillings 5 pence costs.
Sergeant G H Devking reported a pair of shoes and a silk shirt allegedly stolen by a man at repair last November. An order by Mr F W T Norris PM at Horsham court on Wednesday directed sale under section 47 of the Police Offences Act as no owner had claimed the articles.
Saturday's vote in Victoria produced a record level of public interest and the Premier Plan backing. Officials expected turnout near 96 percent with under 16 000 pounds cast and savings from dispensing with poll clerks in many booths.
A. Arnott & Co., manufacturers, offer cow rugs from 110, horse rugs at low prices, tarpaulins made to order. General stock of saddlery on hand.
The report notes Mr. Chapman a skilled pilot ready to fly passengers to any town in the state for a per mile fee while occupying dual controls if needed. It also covers a separate case in Horsham where Benjamin J. Byrne of Haven was arrested on a warrant in Richmond for obtaining money under false pretences and remanded to Horsham on May 27.
The Horsham Friendly Societies ball at the Town Hall on Monday night raised funds for the Base Hospital. The hall was well decorated and Thomas' Jazzodians provided the music, making the event an outstanding success.
In a plain appeal the Horsham Ladies Benevolent Society asks for donations of warm clothing and especially men's and children's boots and shoes as winter approaches. The group recently aided a family by supplying footwear so children could attend school. parcels may be left at specified local addresses.
Tonight and Saturday Side Show with Winnie Lightner features a versatile performer. The supporting film Stamboul stars Warricd Ward and Rosita Moreno with intrigue in Constantinople. Also next week The Cat Creeps stars Helen Twelvetrees and Raymond Sackett with a murder mystery in a reading of Cyrus West's will and Steady Company supports June Clede and Norman Foster.
The Tor sham Horticultural Society held its monthly meeting with strong attendance. Mr F Ashwin spoke on The Chrysanthemum and its Culture. Jn Clarke and H Ashwin displayed unusual chrysanthemums. Awards: Mrs Bon ner won for nervies, Miss Wohlers for carnations, and Mrs Duncan for seabrews. A children flowers vegetables and cookery section will be included in the spring show.
Coats with large fur collars start at 50 and up in black brown green navy or wine. Day dresses in morocain crepe de chine and flannel fabrics. evening frocks in georgette lace or satin with flared skirts in all colors. Newest evening coats also offered in velveteen. Madame Griffiths Firebrace Street invites customers with low prices and high quality. Phone 470.
At a special meeting the Haven Mothers' Club arranged for a local knitting competition. Entries are received by president Mrs Avenel Rogers at her Hamilton road home or Horsham Mechanics' Institute.
On Monday morning amillus O Loughlin disappeared from Pomonal after leaving a hut near the Stawell Pomonal road. The 19 year old from Dese South Australia studied at Adelaide University and was last seen near the Pomonal road eleven miles from Stawell. He is 5 feet 11 inches, thin, about 11 stone, pug nose, clean shaven, wearing a dark suit with a black hat and boots. Constable Reid of Stawell West requests information on his whereabouts.
The Horsham Boy Scouts annual meeting is set for Mem orial Hall next Tuesday at 8 p.m. A lecture by Mrs Ashwin on Native Life and Industry in New Britain drew a large crowd and tea was served. Upcoming events include a June 20 address by Mrs Pryor. Separate reports note police efforts against Indian game cock fights in the Sydney area with betting and a fatal outcome.
Dentist Mr W. E. Thomas will visit Horsham today and may be consulted at the Exchange Hotel from 2.30 until 8 p.m. He plans another Horsham visit next Friday May 7, as noted in an advertisement.
Cattle firm Ballarat sale yards report good demand with prices similar to last week. Yardings include 148 head of bullocks and 2781 sheep. Prime bullocks quoted high, cows range 5 to 7 pounds, calves up to 7 pounds, lambs in decent demand with 3042 coming forward. Wethers plentiful in quality mix.
On August 2 last year the son of Mr and Mrs Thewlis of Lah said he swallowed a button. He was treated at Warracknabeal Hospital where X rays showed no object and he recovered. Recently he coughed up the button, slightly warm at the edges and changed color, after nine months in his throat.
The Postmaster-General Mr Fenton surprised the Victoria Lintry Factory Managers and Secretaries Association by recounting milking cows from his farm days. He then linked milking with swimming as national traits and described his Mornington Peninsula farm as a comforting retreat from politics. The remarks highlighted nostalgia for rural life amid the dairy machinery exhibition.
Frankston Publicity and Tourist Committee announces a grand reunion from October 24 to October 1 in case of revival. Former residents are invited to visit their old town and join the festivities. Apply to honorary organising secretary J L Pratt Beach Street Frankston for full details.
Mrs. Higgins wife of General Higgins of the Salvation Army told Melbourne women at Wesley Church that progress has been too material and urged them to press spiritual growth. She praised Australian women for wartime effort and said they can aid national leadership by bearing burdens of stress.
W Paterson of Mesure and Young Bros dispatched a flock from Nhill Station to Murrayville along the Cow Plains route. The old stock route faced a dingo attack near the scrub, with several sheep killed and maimed before Paterson could regroup and complete the journey successfully.
The Age notes Mr Wettenhall the Country Party candidate for Lowa disputed being listed as a gentleman on his nomination papers. He argued his occupation was retired farmer, a label he says should have appeared. Despite the dispute, voters re elected him by nearly two to one.
In My Life author A G Hales argues that early Australian pioneers could not survive on charity. He credits hard work with preserving dignity, saying laziness was unforgivable and industry made many faults forgivable.
At a council meeting Mr O Hanlon condemned farmers ploughing rolling and sowing on Sundays and urged police action. The motion failed seven to five as other councillors cited workers taking Saturday off for sports and resuming Sunday work. A. FE. Pracocis relocates business to 2 Firebrace Street under Stan Francis.
A Col lina street doctor, summoned as a medical witness for a woman suing a city firm over a leg injury, demanded guaranteed payment and balked at a pound and shilling offered. Judge Woinarski noted the usual fee as the doctor pocketed the money. The tale recalled a Neot clan feud story about a daughter’s coin.
Warracknabea Hospital committee discussed unpaid accounts for immediate treatment. A large sum was outstanding with many not trying to pay despite able to do so. It was decided seven days final notices will be sent before handing accounts to a solicitor for collection or action.
Following a winter of successful singing evenings in Jeparit many requests have been made to continue them this year. With the new Jeparit Brass Band formed it is hoped to hold these gatherings every Friday evening soon.
Beulah residents express concern as outside workers are brought in for tiling jobs. At the latest Shire Council meeting Cr Murray and Molyneaux moved that local men be given preference for any shire projects where they are available.
At a council meeting McIntosh argued against further summonses saying councillors should know of licenses before action against ratepayers. The majority rejected the motion as unnecessary, and the council proceeded with filings.
Peter Westerland of Minyip suffered a deep laceration to his left index finger after a wagon rail injury while riding with his father. Efforts to save the finger continued as medical care was sought. Leniency spared a man charged with drunkenness, case struck out due to health. Arbitration Court orders a wage reduction for North Australian Workers' Union members by one percent.
Australia reports 141-32 million bale wool clip with about 2,500,000 bales sold and freight costs near £2,000,000. By April 30 store receipts show New South Wales leading with 1,190,092 bales and Great Britain purchasing 602,000 bales, Japan 503,900, and Germany 231,257 among buyers. Victorian distribution lists Melbourne and regional totals.
After talks including a meeting with Lt Governor and John Allan, a Nationalist Government is arranged with the United Australia and Country parties uniting. The cabinet features J Promer as Assistant Treasurer and Bruce handling Lyons-era finances, with Argyle as Premier and Treasurer, and a lineup of ministers across Lands, Education, Public Works, and other portfolios.
Premier argues for national government and party unity. Ministers to their parties. loan plans, budget balance, and rehabilitation of state finances. Postponing ordinary legislation, unemployment relief, and long term cooperation with Commonwealth and other states outlined. Young nation officials praised. Trades Hall cooperation sought amid tension.
The notice lists deaths and relatives in Brighton Middle Brighton and Kerang including Erhel White, daughter of Mrs. Pender and sister of W M Crawford of Horsham, and Mrs Pieper aged 76 a Bendigo identity. It also notes the death of Leslie Parker senior master Ballarat High School aged 47, wartime service in the AIF, and his marriage to a French woman during the war.
Reservoir water storage yesterday shows varying levels across lakes including Lake Loasdals 44 000 acre feet 42 110 net and Lake Pims 39 902 40 213. Wartenk Saoes and Fyan's Lake recorded 14 900 16 758 and 17 100 14 558 14 24 acre feet respectively.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions an event or person but yields no clear facts. The readable elements include scattered words like city and tram, with no identifiable names, dates, teams, or outcomes to reference.
An unreadable OCR fragment references a public ferry operation in the Vietoria area or Ybor region. The garbled text hints at a timetable or permit notice but lacks clear dates or names.
A chaotic fragment recalls discussions of resignations and vacancies in Merfield and nearby areas. Mentions Hos Lane, Strive Cac, Adolph, and a February deadline with trustees or ministers connected to Word Lodge and Mies Oakler. The text is garbled but hints at formal notices and community notices about staff changes.
Mr C A Heather chief commissioner in Victoria and Miss TM Comb to marry tomorrow at Trinity Of Kew.
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