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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 23, 1941
Page
2
A fragment from a Metbourne market note describes vendors and conditions on a Thursday. The readable lines mention a few names and items traded, with uncertain details due to OCR garble. The text suggests a local indexing of stalls and prices without a clear event or outcome.
A fragmented obituary style notice honors a late father with loving memories. Mentions a family name and places, reflecting a community tribute. The readable portions suggest farewell messages and a tribute to the deceased's character and impact.
A man identified as Alfred Maides of Stawell was found dead in the Murtoa swimming baths about 11:20 am on Monday. Deputy Coroner H. Evans ruled death due to heart failure. the 60-year-old had run a Murton butcher shop for years and was known for daily walks. He is survived by a wife and daughter.
A chaotic notice describes smoke from a stove prompting a brigade reaction at Wilson and the arrival of draftsmen, naming numerous enlisted men including Horst A. Wola and others scattered across Warrackin Kent and Thor sham regions. The blend of garbled names and places reflects a disrupted wartime enlistment bulletin with unclear specifics.
A women’s legion was formed at Warracknabeal with a well attended meeting led by Melts nftte Harstura and Miss Laser vdeo vi. Officers included Mr BM Miller as director and Mrs. Herte Urh as secretary. The gathering included speakers from the Horsham district and Warracknabeal community, with reports on railway damage and safety following a broken glass incident and a derailment near the Frome jet.
In Horsham last week ALR and KAA supporters rallied around the day's claims. A new business change sees John Orage selling his mercery and boot shop on Birchrefe Street to Ian McCully, with the transfer to take effect on Monday as Grase departs for Poll ay.
In Battersea London a church organ survived a German night raid and locals whisper of midnight music. Drivers and a bus conductor recall hearing a phantom organ play during bombardment with odd sounds and mysterious activity nearby.
A fragmentary report outlines a Young Farmers’ gathering and the Chix Association urging improved farming methods amid wartime demands. It notes meetings, education efforts, and the impact on youth minds, stressing agricultural training as vital for national welfare and postwar recovery.
Nagrapoorte landholders lose large numbers of sheep to an outbreak of entero-tonaemia or pulpy kidney disease. Causes include green feed growth and light rains keeping grass wet. toll expected to rise through the year. Local officials note sheep farmers face depleted flocks and financial strain as infection spreads across the district.
The NSW Agriculture asks farmers to join an advance guard against anthrax as authorities report scattered cases across Canora Conmeham and Wolin districts. Health officials warn that notifiable case numbers are unclear while urging rapid serum treatment and early cancer therapies to reduce risk.
A damaged legal notice describes accusations of defamation surrounding CSENSIFIVE boxer Swart. It notes a Miss Mary Severn case context and references damages and statements judged in court with a focus on reputational harm and charitable aspects amid a controversial controversy.
Reese A the Gemdien Musical Women feature a cast including Ballarat bound performers and Horsham figures. Virginia Weller leads the student choir with a vivid stage presence, while Mendy Wells and Vera’s Ray remedy provide comic and dramatic highlights in a school theatre production praised for lively story and ensemble effort. The performance includes a tribute to the late actors and a strong supporting cast from nearby towns.
The ceremony at St Pauls Eatro in Geelong announced the marriage of Muriel N. to Neil M. N. in a church service described with details of attire and ceremony. The reception followed at Taritbeits Cafe with the couple and families hosting guests in a traditional wedding observance.
A damaged OCR fragment recounts a burial night event and mentions a sister, an aunt at a hospital, and a vague retirement note. The text is garbled with many illegible names and places, preventing a clear reconstruction of events or identities.
The prime minister arrived at Government House after a tense period in which Acting Prime Minister Mr Nest stood in. Sir Cyril Newall greeted him as the nation readied for further political developments at the highest level.
Fragmentary text references preliminary planning for production and materiel delivery, mentions Beaufort aircraft, the RAF, and special promotions. details are garbled and names or dates are not reliably identifiable.
Fragmented text references a poll, a minister and a timetable. It mentions CRA and ten one, with unclear context and broken names. The readable items suggest a political notice or briefing with no clear event, date, or action to summarize.
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