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Newspaper

Horsham Times

Location

Horsham, Victoria, Australia

Date

May 22, 1945

Page

2

Purification of Mal l ee Water and Education Reforms Noted

An Australian regional note reports on farmers seeking water purification due to organic matter and smell in Mallee dam water. Copper sulphate treatment is suggested with careful dosing to avoid harm. repeated applications possible. The State Rivers and Water Supply Commission warns of toxicity and advises precise distribution over water volume. Separate item covers reforms in state education with a 100,000-signature petition urging a wholesale program and a commission for modernizing schooling.

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Local society and military notices drift through Horsham paper

A jumble of names and places fills the page with society moves. Mentions include Mrs Attlee and Miss Ward, many relatives visiting and staying, and a note about Mr. Henstridge and family in Gleet Street. Also referenced are Edith Young and Miss Dorothy Edmondson beginning work with Dalgety and Company.

Re Miller Amber Attlee J. Hoskin Ilensin Ward Serbelmes Pearlane Hee Letshcen Adan Runbertey Ennipor Thoshin Liv Valolimatee Toni Nan Aimee Stake Seiewend NDP I Mr Row Bettel Gale Alea Naru Connivety Borneo Jerie Cisilins Ken Millee Senebetray Aca Mac Henstridge F. Henstridge Glee

The Horsham Times Briefs on Tostas and Friday Subaprihion

The Horsham Times reports on Tostas and a Friday subaprihion with uncertain details. Readers are urged to await further updates as the item remains unclear and under review.

The Horsham Times Tostas Brees

Rainfall and farm horse fodder debate in regional meeting

In the Wimmera district council notes from May 1845 discuss drought impact and fodder shortages. Delegates emphasize farm horses for work over racehorses and urge state fodder checks and redistribution of basic commodities as Premier signals redistribution to be decided today.

Wimmera Gaintull Viutis Serviceton Petobe Nbilm Jeparit Horsham Arnand Stawell Kanival Gonikw Sadmuk Wareack Dimboola Murtan Ming Rupanyup Glenorchy T Wycheprowf Donald Harehow Edenhope Wohder Jiniter Deleaoites Mid-Winmera Cairi Victorian Wheat Frowene Association Hiz Tarehorses Rac— Norwes Aesolution Aa Mint Ant Water Supply Commission G. McGregor W.ww.g.a Northern Wimmers Maine Saya Bummam Najquramnent Dobar

Death notices combine distressing details and family ties

Two obituaries report the deaths of Sadie Meecha rete and Willan Ryan. Sadie Meecha rete, aged unknown, died at Wembley Private hospital after years of public service and family involvement in community groups. Willan Ryan, 72, of Knebsworth Macarthur, formerly Wonwondah, leaves a wife and three daughters and one son.

Friebe Wembley Muantal Sirs Sadie Meecha Wits Ag J. Piet Allmak Abraher Newtin MAM Ani Newham Horsham Neti Mt. Duhm Pete John Petete Syarh Australia Olynlane Wer Darwin Felebe Narvink Prive Twopfaig Voley Cearl Ceaumey Vents Prencham Trefert Alfred Amy Amy, Nb Satlone Jost Ems Ryan Homiltom Base Hospital Willan Ryan Knebsworth Macarthur Wonwondah

Rest Room Map Appears in Matron Ms Bisaert Report

Matron Bisaert notes towels soap and materials including wood cards and games in the rest room area as described by Mr Pickford in an AA effort.

Bisaert Pickford Wood Aa.f

Athletic scores listed for multiple forms and participants

A ledger of scores across forms 5 to 1A shows names such as Marjorie Pelchen Josephine Fuge and Noreen Lehmann with numbers like 68.3 77.6 and 91.0. Entries cover Professional Commercial and Domestic Arts classes with numerous individuals including Lois Yates Gweneth Nason and Gerald Lawson and scores ranging from 5.8 to 91.8.

Marjorie Pelchen Margaret Alaskin Los Guest Josephine Fuge Phyllis Weir Dorothy McDonald Margaret Major Nace Crouch Jequals Brenda Smith Winslow Lamb Verna Flussett Ud Lane Gladys Biller Pauline Lawson Lois Yates Joan Mills Lois Bowden Graham Crouch Reginald Williams Brian Hutchessom Gwenneth Nason Gwenda Howell John Austen

Turbulent wartime agriculture and transport across several regions

Disjointed notes describe wartime agricultural policy and transport in multiple regions. Mentions Minister of Agriculture Mr. Muurtin and references to Yugoslav and Allied supply efforts, rail and road movement, and impacts on farmers, retailers, and markets amid shortages.

Gurtindtus Aerion Jnken Peetout Esstatial Peenmle Aesos Rerenvray Agriculture Muurtin Sonny Aeining Tee Mintor Elites Peausjo Mellenten Orolo Hynilen London Monang Ee Itu Wineeradle Worats Amatl Murv Avinke Rad Wiley

Occupation of Trieste Reported by Allied Powers

Fragmentary text indicates discussion of Trieste occupation and related territorial and political issues. Mentions high level figures and a statement attributed to a field marshal or similar official, with references to a governing authority and potential military actions.

Okinawa base for death blow to Japan claimed

Lieutenant General Bunker at Okinawa opened a radio broadcast declaring the base would strike the death blow to Japan. He said Japanese leaders admit Okinawa’s possession gives rest to Japan and that efforts to aid the garrison are disastrously torturing. Major General Hedge reported reduced artillery fire and fading Japanese communications with no sign of morale weakening.

Guam Bunker United States Loth Army Okinawa Tmope Japan Hedge 24Th Army Corps

War losses and ongoing operations in the Philippines and Tarakan

The report cites 369 018 Japanese killed in the Philippines campaign and notes counter actions in Tarakan with air and naval support. Bombers targeted enemy installations on Borneo causing fires as Allied forces continue mopping up operations with heavy and medium bombers supporting.

MacArthur Philippines Australan Netherlands East [Indies Tarakan Bornen

Single plane destroys convoy of five ships

The Guam correspondent reports a lone fighter plane attacked a convoy of five ships near Farasa, destroying the lead ship and possibly a freighter. The impact reportedly felled troops and supplies bound for Japan. the destroyer was estimated at about 3000 tons.

York MacArthur Imunique Ty States Pach Nispeem Nook Hive Streis Guam United Press Farasa Ikroops Japan Iark

U S Troops Recover Stolen Italian Gold

Rome Times correspondent reports American troops found about 29 tons of Italian gold at Fortezza near the Brenner Pass. The Bank of Italy stash, once estimated near 100 tons, was moved to Fortezza and then sent to Germany by an unknown party.

Own Mongar Rome The Times Fortezza Brenner Pass Barril Bank of Taly Bank of

Upper Class Nazis to Get Living Expenses Limited

The American Military Government restricts upper class Nazis to 1/10 monthly living expenses, about 1000 marks or 10 sterling, to await ferial claims. Correspondent from 38th Army HQ notes Germans not spared by American freezing measures. arrests and asset withdrawals listed.

Lomson Tas Associated Press

Surrendered Germans Awaiting Disbandment

London dispatch reports from northwest Germany that German forces have surrendered and await disbandment as final movements begin. The process involves all arms and is occurring in the areas occupied by Allied forces, signaling the nearing end of hostilities.

London Germany The Times Wyisip Iran

Nurses rally to defeat Methods in close basketball clash

The Nurses edged the Method team 1-0 in a Saturday afternoon match at Mayal before a large crowd. St Michaels Verona faced an ankle sprain in the first period for a misfortune in their lineup. Final scores include Rovers St Michaels 26 7 and Presbyteriana 13 4 with other results noted.

Theomychevite Basketbell Association Mayal Tas Moat Rovers St Micheal's Verona Ploses Mi Ber

Soldiers Preference Bill Debate Highlights Veterans Rights

A heated session centers on a soldiers preference bill tied to postwar rehabilitation. Speakers argue for job priority for veterans, with government plans criticized as ineffective while organizers praise reform efforts and urge prompt action.

Quantong Guilds Birthday Celebration Details

A report on a Quantong guilds birthday celebration describes attendees, music, and speeches. It notes honored members and the event's procession with references to local figures and organizers, including Lady participants and a post event reception.

Brimpaen Tanke Magkbte Home Visit and Local Meeting Highlights

The report covers a Brimpaen event with a mid May meeting of the Jung LOR where two new members were initiated. Officers were elected with H Ackland as Chief Ruler and May McRae as secretary. A weekly gathering featured a bow syllabun and a supper to close. Local residents and visitors plan Melbourne week activities and family visits during school vacations.

ACF Hay Mtere Alte Blume Bayly Bn Fay Stan Siith Motionnicket Rips Mfr May McRae Bra Stan Wall Jers Green Aie

May rain totals cited with district updates and church services

Rainfall since May 1 reached 195 points with 97 points in earlier falls. Reports mention seeded operations paused for recovery and a Thanksgiving service at Minimay led by Rev Linann celebrating a victory. Local notes include a euchre tournament on May 18 and district standings among residents.

Ain Denefity Minimay Linann Europe Ines Dupehes Retilme Rehillises Monte Cure Pastor West Haysbert Aly Lund Ming M Gane Mp Netherway Lane

Stawell to Add Twenty Houses in Planned Arrangements

Local council in Stawell plans a development adding twenty houses. The timing and exact site details remain under discussion as engineers finalize housing allocations and neighborhood infrastructure.

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