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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 24, 1935
Page
5
Special notice offers funeral director services with 40 years experience. It promises sympathy, tact, and expertise in mortuary arrangements aligned to patrons finances. Horsham firm cites high standards and contact details 28 Wilson Street plus after hours numbers 26 and 644.
The friends of Mr and Mrs Ewen McRae announce the funeral of their son Murdoch. The service will depart from 5 Bennett Road Horsham today Friday at 3 50 p m. A F Weight and Sons Undertakers.
In memory of my dear husband and father who died May 22 1033 Ever remembered by wife and family mourners keep his memory alive
Wire report from Melbourne lists fresh wheat at 3/34 to 3/23d, oats 2/4d to 1/0, barley 3/7 to 3/5, maize 4/10 to 4/11, potatoes £1/16s5d to £6, onions £7 to £8, chaff £3/12/6 to £1. Wheat price in Horsham quoted at 2/10 per bushel.
Warnings issued by press and authorities on pedestrians using main roads at night. National Safety Council of Australia campaigns Safety First alongside Royal Automobile Club Victoria. Despite efforts, weekend motoring toll rises as footpaths improve, rain intensifies road risks, and Horsham Council notes recent tragedy and narrow escapes on busy bitumen roads.
City councillors at Mount Gambier discuss May meeting concerns over pedestrian danger and lack of lighting on roads. They urge press warnings and consider bylaw to penalise riders on footpaths and restrict nonmechanised traffic endangering pedestrians.
The article discusses government budget strains and unemployment policy with references to Premier Dunstan and the Federal Council. It notes debates over wage schemes, work programs, and the limits of public obligation to provide employment, citing past attempts and concerns about cost.
An unidentified man, aged about 60 to 65, collapsed after ordering bread at Cheeseman’s shop on Firebrace Street, Horsham, on a Wednesday afternoon. He died at the scene with no identification found. Police seek information to establish his identity and origin.
A youth about nineteen named Brian Irwin faced Horsham Police Court on Wednesday charged with using a motorcycle to travel toward Melbourne. He admitted prior convictions as he was sentenced to six months imprisonment after the magistrates noted the risk of the owner losing the vehicle if it had been taken to Melbourne.
Fragmentary OCR notes report a farmer from Suri suffering a spinal injury after a disastrous fire on his form about one to two months ago. He was moved to Hoyshain hospital for medical examination and treatment.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions officers and a failure to sell or sell action. Readable elements are minimal, with names and places not identifiable. No clear event, date, or organization available for a proper summary.
The annual function at the Hotshain Basso Hospital attracted many Horsham residents and featured novelty dances and a sheep guessing contest. Honorary secretary H. G. Piskford handed over net proceeds of £10 12s to the hospital committee, a record for Waon East. Praises go to contributors Mr and Mrs Ay Tp McKenzie and to the Base Hospital Committee represented by secretary Mrs C. oR. Fran cham.
The readable fragments reference a property matter and a monetary amount, mentioning a farmer and a cheque. Details are incomplete but imply a formal notice regarding ownership or settlement and a stated sum. Further text is unreadable.
Langlands and Sons advertise a May to June drapery demonstration featuring Cutex manicuring products at their shop. At Horsham Theatre Warner Bros Twenty Million Sweethearts stars Dick Powell and Ginger Rogers, along with Pat O’Brien, in a musical romance with varied acts and several supporting features including Evelyn Brent and Bobby Lips.
Hor sham AWA held its quarterly meeting on Tuesday night with officer elections. President Miss C Dougherty and Vice President Miss A Ellis were chosen, along with Secretary Miss Meek and Treasurer Miss Mentha. Committee members include Mrs Mayes and several Misses Dougherty Pat Dougherty Joyea Kelly Elsie Lewis.
Fragmented OCR notes indicate a reformed Warrnambool pine band planning a public appearance in June. The readable phrases reference a Warrnambool group and a forthcoming event, but details such as exact date, venue, and lineup are unclear.
A Western Woollen Mills employee, Lloyd, injured a finger while testing an index at Staivel Ida. The incident occurred during routine weaving work, prompting an internal review by the mill.
Fortnightly Horston HLA.C.BS meeting chaired by Bro YP Henneseay discusses two nominations for membership and a lecture on Communism by Rev Green. A Beaufort railway signal box fire injures Fireman W Day and damages windows as crossing safety plans are reviewed.
On Monday near Sister Rocks three miles from Stawell a sedan skidded on the Western Highway and crashed into a tree. The impact swung the car around and sent it over an embankment into another tree. All occupants sustained head injuries and bruises but were treated at Stawell Hospital and later allowed to travel to Melbourne.
A fragment from a Victorian Country Party women section opinion references side shows and deputation ideas. It mentions police supervision and calls for greater oversight within district activities.
Melbourne wool brokers report the week ending May 1st 1944 5 showing an average price per bale around £0 weight with a reported 294.91 pounds per bale on average.
A Queen competition under Hornham Football Club auspices drew about 200 attendees at Mechanics Hall on Wednesday night. The event featured a sumptuous supper and lively dancing, with Miss B. Giddings coordinating the Queen of Wheat program and prizes announced.
About 20,221,000 bush els of wheat valued near £3,000,000 fill New South Wales silos. Farmers hold grain as prices climb from 2/1 to 3/9 per bushel, risking a £500,000 shift on paper. If prices fall, the gamble may fail and production costs go uncovered.
The annual Wimmara Old Public School Boys Association dinner was held at Dimboola last Saturday with H J Walker presiding. Dr C Chapman was elected president for the coming year and an executive committee was named. A golf tournament at Dimboola links saw M Midgley win a trophy donated by H J Walker.
The deputy director of posts and telegraphs announces postage rules for newspapers sent from outside the Commonwealth and for those not registered at a general post office. He lists rates within the Commonwealth and to New Zealand Fiji and other Empire regions.
Graziers appeal to government for feed concessions as stock starve in Coonamble Walgett and Moree. Meteorologist cannot determine if dry spell is a passing phase or long lasting. Rainfall remains far below normal.
A compact note highlights Woody's peppermint remedy for coughs and colds. It promotes a traditional folk treatment, claiming reliable soothing relief. The brief references a home remedy angle and general health benefit.
A night collision at a Thoeber corner left Francis Murphy aged 2 of Nantel dead. The other driver J C Raper aged 20 of Rathringham sustained injuries as his vehicle wrecked after striking a street post.
A testimonial from Tambettip W A claims pneumonia and fatigue left a patient exhausted for years until Dr Williams Pink Pills restored energy sleep and weight. The writer says after two bottles the user regained strength and could work daily, recommending the product and asking readers to say "In Williams" at stores.
A 20 year old Ararat man Gordie St son of Mel Smart was fatally or seriously injured when a pea rifle discharged at noon Sunday. The bullet struck his left arm and he was taken to Ararat Hospital for medical attention.
Arthur Parsons of Wartbeal, a farmer, faces insolvency with liabilities of £4734 17s 1d and deficiency around £4245 11s. Causes cited include low wheat prices and poor yields. A separate note discusses windscreen discs for cars and police stance on trips to distant townships.
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