Wimmera Football League delegates to discuss reporting powers
A special meeting in Horsham will consider whether foul and boundary umpires should report players. Central umpires currently hold the reporting right, and the issue arose after discussions at the last delegates meeting. Sid Dyer, injured in the Warracknabeal Minyip match, is unlikely to play against Dimboo.
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Dyer
Wimmera Football Lea
Horsham
A. E. Nell
Wimmera
League
Mo Hon
Warracknabenl
Sid Dyer
Warrackmaben
Hin Camull- Hom
Warracknabeal
Dimboo A
Rain Aids Early Wheat Sowing In Rural Districts
Rain proved sufficient for sowing in many Mallee districts with wheat sowing finishing last weekend across Horsham area. Farmers expect more rain during germination while mild conditions boost lamb survival and forage remains ample in Marino country. Foxes and crows threaten lambing flocks in Harrow and surrounding areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marino
Horsham
Hormham
Local Ladies Auxiliary Fete Boosts Shop Funds
The Unity Shop raised thirty pounds through a Tuesday sale by the Imperial Base Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. Auxiliary members report remaining articles from their fete held about three weeks earlier. Total from both efforts reaches thirty pounds.
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He Immera Base Hospital
Iplord Ci
Auxitinen
Seventh Good Year Likely In Mallee
Farmers across the Mallee report varying sowing conditions with early sowing favored on heavy land while light soils lag. They expect heavy rains around September to boost harvest prospects with oats already underway in some districts and general optimism for wheat yields this season.
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Mallee
Horsham
Wimmera
State Lottery Debate Echoes Across Parliament
In a heated discussion many argue against a state lottery with some claiming it would fund hospitals while others oppose gambling. Proponents cite revenue for public needs and argue that even opponents could avoid participation if a lottery existed. The debate references Western Australia and other regions, noting varying government stances and potential proceeds.
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Western
Auitertia
Melbourne
Interstate
Western Australia
Tasman
Gaerne
Wool industry wage drop sparks turnout fears at Warracknabeal
A 22-year-old shearer from Reedy Dam near Warracknabeal warns a £10 to £20 drop in shearers wages this year could drive many from the industry. He cites added costs and reduced work as factors, with local observations from Millers Creek and Alive Springs areas shaping the outlook for sheep stations and future employment.
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Adriaine
Bentley
Ile
Sparrow in the Picture Disrupts Horsham Theatre Night
Patrons at the Horsham Theatre noticed a faint brown out on the screen as a dishevelled sparrow flew from the projector chute where fumes are vented. Operators traced the fault to the bird, which had roosted above the machine and became dizzy, causing the disturbance.
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Horsham “Theatre
Nylon Socks Shortage Affects City Shops And Prices
Report notes no nylon socks available in the city yet a retailer planned summer stock and cited prior sales in Horsham. Melbourne prices show men’s nylon socks at 2/2 a pair with claims of durability over wool, while woollen socks woven with nylon promise longer life than pure wool. Manufacturers discuss market shifts toward nylon blends and potential future production partnerships.
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Melbourne
Horsham
Tribute From City Travel Bay Letter Writers
An unclear fragment references Mins Anderson and a note about travel and impression in Ea Don. The text mentions a Mrs New tom and a husband described as director of Harrods, a leading London store, suggesting a society letter context from a world famous anger era.
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Who
Mins Anderson
Don
Mins
Lady Newtom
Harrods
May Bring Cheaper Beef Says Local Butcher
A Homhiam butcher predicts cheaper beef this winter while other merchants dispute the outlook amid a reported shortage. He notes prices could fall if more cattle arrive from the Northern Territory, but some traders disagree and warn of inconsistent information and market pressures.
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Homhiam
Weld
Nok Cammit Uemeelvey
Fell From Tree Leaves Man With Severe Injuries
A man sustained serious injuries after a fall from a tree. Emergency crews responded and transported him to a hospital as investigators assessed the scene and next steps.
Lands Officers urged to inspect rabbits in Horsham district
The District Lands Inspector Mr L Dixon announced on Wednesday that officers in the Horsham district should watch for rabbits showing signs of baldness and send afflicted animals to Melbourne for experiments.
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Lands Department
Horsham
Melbourne
Mr. L. Dixon
Playground project moves forward in local association
Equipment for a children’s playground is being arranged by the Toot Wie Servant Progress Association. A survey of the site was completed Sunday afternoon. A Thursday meeting elected a new president and planned a working bee to advance the erection at the site in Whitelork and surrounding streets.
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Servant Progress Association
Thiraiey
W. Lathand Vers
Mir. B. Navas
Wieteerboeley Heer
Whitelork
Zane
Consul Was City Man's Brother Consul Was City Man's Brother
The consul for Chile died recently and was described as a brother of a local resident from Horsham. A funeral service was held at Saint Vincent’s Cathedral with clergy in attendance. The dean and other church officials participated in the ceremony.
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Consul
Cereil
Chile
de Mistrier
Horsham
Corn
Nhill Aerodrome Closes for Immediate Period
A Nhill travel agent Mr IL Greenberg said the Nhill aerodrome would close for an immediate period due to aviation fuel shortages. He could not confirm how long the closure might last.
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Morshon
IL Greenberg
League Officials Meeting Notes Muddled Report
Fragmentary OCR text refers to league officials, a secretary, and scheduling notes. Names and places are garbled, with references to June and a Warmer Po tal League. Core event details are unclear due to corrupted text.
Loan pennants awarded to towns and populations
The report details pennants issued for town populations with counts ranging from under 1000 to above 2000. Names and scattered fragments indicate regional distribution and recognition of local units, with several towns receiving colored pennants and star markings.
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Murton
Fragmented OCR raises uncertainty in local crime note
A garbled OCR passage from a local crime notice blocks clear understanding of events. Readable names, places, or dates are not discernible, making precise reporting difficult. The fragment hints at a police or court matter but lacks verifiable specifics for formal summary.
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