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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 26, 1933
Page
5
Selling prices for common provisions in Horsham are listed for Honey Potatoes Onions Bacon and other staples. Pricing includes per pound and per quarter measures with several items showing notable costs and some unclear spellings due to OCR errors.
Fragmentary text from Melbourne area market page mentions prices per bushel and items like onions and bread but is heavily garbled. Names, places, and concrete figures are unreadable. Unable to extract reliable entities or a clear event.
Incomplete OCR passage lists names and places with unclear context. The readable items include personal names such as Thelma Mires Bren Monti Tonet and scattered fragments like Red elif and Ascot. No coherent event or date emerges from the fragment.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a dear father, a son named Philip, and a sequence of unclear phrases. It appears as a personal missive or scrambled note with numerous misspellings and fragmented names, lacking coherent events or dates.
A partial quotation appears to describe the prowess of a legal mind Bir Leo’s of law, noting he always knew more about the law on any case. The lines touch on bearing grief and the nation’s sorrow, ending with a somber image of a single brow of woe.
Heavy rainfall refreshed farmers and grazing lands in the Wimmera as a steady rain began yesterday afternoon. Melbourne reports forecast cloudy mild unsettled weather with rain advancing from west to south west. several towns logged 20 plus points, including Ouyen 29 and Murrayville 23, with the system extending into western New South Wales.
The Wool Train sponsored by the Wool Week Committee and supported by the Country Women's Association and the Halfway Department will be in Horsham this Friday afternoon and Saturday morning for demonstrations. The tour has been highly successful, with a peak crowd at a milten on Monday. The Mayor Dr L Mutchesson and Mr G B Woodgate, president of Horsham Agricultural Society, will welcome visitors at 2 15 pm today.
A cart owned by Lovey Sun of Doven broke its back axle while turning from Baillie street into Firebrace street Tuesday morning. Laden with eshbages and cauliflowers, many vegetables spilled on the pavement. the rest were moved by lorry to several ships. A Masonic church service in Horsham St John’s Church will be held Sunday with Archdeacon Best of Ballarat preaching at 10:40 a.m.
A recent appeal led by Horshaw Mayor Dr L Hutchessoe raised money for BI Vincent's Hospital Melbourne. A working committee sold 792 buttons, took £88 6d by cheque, and saw receipts of £40 18s from button sales and £10 3s from donations. Expenditure included £18 for recomessating the procedure and railway costs.
Representatives from Horsham Agricultural Society and Winmern North Western District Trotting Club plan a meeting to discuss alleged debt and rental payments. The group reviews prior disclosures and considers future payment arrangements as part of ongoing financial concerns.
Rainbow residents organized another benefit concert Saturday at the Rainbow Mechanics Institute Hall. A large audience enjoyed a varied program by Horsham vocalists with local performers acknowledged. J. R. Baillie urged hospital support as the visiting artists were hosted by Rainbow executives afterwards.
Buas A Arnott and Company advertise cow rug from 0, horse fog at lowest prices, tarpantime custom orders. General tack of sad dlery always on hand at the adre.
The Footballers Cricket Club marked the 1932-33 pennant visit with a theatre evening and stage supper. Representatives from other clubs saluted the team, claiming the best side won. A crystal decanter and badge were presented to president J. Conabere, newly married. Horsham A.W.A. held a large meeting with Mrs. Dougherty as president and Miss Mentha arranging installations and officers.
The Bas Hospital hosts its second annual ball on Tuesday evening with supper and dancing. Aimed at a memorable event, visitors are expected from Rupanyup Murtoa Stawell Dimboola and nearby districts. Donations of cream and fruit are requested at Mrs Lang's cafe Firebrace Street Tuesday afternoon.
At a council meeting Mr Heard opposed a proposed road along the water frontage on his Wonwondah South land near Mr E Bell. He said the route would cut about 45 acres from Norton Creek stock watering land. The council decided to inform the Lands Department they now oppose the road but would back a trafficable east west route from Mr Bell's to the Worsham main road.
At Horsham Theatre tonight and Saturday Salomy Jane stars Charles Farrell and Joan Bennett amid the Sequoia redwood forest setting. The Beg Broadcast features Stuart Erwin and Tila Hyams, while The Maid of the Mountains with Nancy Brown runs Monday through Wednesday. Repeats Sunshine Susie on June 5 6 and 7 due to popular demand.
Bendigo witnesses praise for Horsham vocalist Miss L Harling Barrett after a nervous performance slightly off pitch. Chairman Mr Thorold Waters lauds her rich tone and potential in the arias from divine or six. Jeanne Teychen is noted as winner.
The Droght draught stock sale at Horsham Show Grounds on Saturday July 5 features a morning Veterinary officer at 8 30, general parade 9 15, stallion parade 10 45 and pedigreed stock, draught borats and others to follow. Entries for the catalogue close Saturday July 1 with Dalgety & Co or Mr BR J Young in Horsham.
A man charged with contravening traffic rules at Exsenden Court Toseteg denied evidence claiming calm, but passengers in the taxi and a witness feared testifying. A young woman warned she would lose her job if her boss learned she attended the races. Australian beef shipments and local shooting notes follow, including a hare and fox cull in the Minuto district and gun club formations in Warracknabeal.
Citizens who subscribed to the Mayor's appeal learn the Horsham collection reached £21 3s 0d while Deniliquin added £10, bringing the overall total to £31 3s 6d.
Messrs Dalgety & Co Lid announce the first sale of to bacco leaf for the season at New market stores on Tuesday July 25. Growers are asked to send only flue cured, properly graded leaf free from rubbish and green leaf for the sale. The leaf will be offered under the district name where grown to enable growers to compare quality and prices with neighbors.
Attendance was strong at the V MLS weekly meeting on Monday. President A Malone welcomed two new members while Mr E Metweemey reported on basketball progress including the Rovers win over CY. Mr J McKeon and Mr M Mays spoke on minutes and delegates’ meeting. Fr MacInerney and Mr P Martin were elected delegates to the conference of clubs. Rev Fr Williamson delivered an inspiring lecture on The Ideal YM Youth.
An advertisement touts Madem Griffidhs offering a wide range of marvellous frocks for every occasion. Velvet georgette satin evening gowns, smart day wear coats, and sought-after millinery are featured with affordable prices and attentive service. Telephone listed.
A notice announces Mr. W E Thomas dentist will visit Horsham today and may be consulted at the Exchange Hotel until sundown. It adds a plan to visit Inmboola on Saturday and includes an advertisement style invitation. A Carlton branch of ANA discusses government policy on importing a State Governor and adopts a resolution opposing cost increases.
Agonizing howls near Orbost led Mr W Cumming and wife to investigate. They found a dog hanging from a picket fence, released it, and lantern light revealed a half-bred dingo. Behind the fence lay remains of a sheep, suggesting the animal had fed. Mr FP Grabsch offers private loans on approved security at a low rate of interest.
The Ararat Advertiser reports the Country Heads Hoard has taken over part of the Wannon Valley road from Hall Gap to Bor rough Huts and will make it trafficable soon. A well graded road from the Wannon Crossing to the Gap summit exists but Warram Gap work remains incomplete creating confusion for motorists.
A Geelong tramways motorman recounts a lesson in kindness. A girl heading to a State schools excursion at Bannockburn dropped her purse outside a shop near Moormboule and Ryrie streets. A quick boy chased the tram and delivered the purse just as it reached the station.
William Work, a Landsborough farmer, was working on a hay frame in a wagon when it slipped and dragged him. He sustained a badly dislocated right shoulder and was taken to Stawell Hospital where Dr. Gibson attended to him.
Huge eagles raid lambing grounds in the Renmark district seizing lambs and even a puppy before being shot. One bird measured feet six inches across. a farmer reports heavy lamb losses in a week. In Horsham, a water rates court order against Ellom firm J A and Jones for £42 7s 10d plus costs was issued. A euchre party and auctions in Hor sham accompany local notices and business changes.
A freak lamb was discovered on Mr R. Merrett’s Kaniva farm last week. The animal had no bottom jaw and ears growing underneath the neck, protruding toward the ground. It was dead when found and sparked talk of unusual horticultural and agricultural feats amid Depression commentary.
A letter from ALF. MacMILLAN of 1 Bowden Street Horsham complains about local sewerage works hiring practices and claims many positions favor insiders. He notes a 9 clause requirement for local labor but says not 50 percent of employees are local and urges transparent hiring amid personal unemployment concerns.
Letters from residents protest Friday car parking on Horsham's broad streets. They claim it inconveniences shoppers with families, hindered rest, and pressure from councillors. A second note warns about a friendly societies ball at Tom’s Mall on Tuesday next May 28.
Canberra reports that over £3,000,000 has already been subscribed to the Commonwealth Loan, with officials noting strong public support and rapid uptake as the fund drives forward.
Dan Zaccagini a Merinda farm laborer was convicted in Melbourne Criminal Court for unlawfully wounding Mis Mary Price by stabbing her with a knife and cutting the jugular vein in the throat. The Thursday case outlines the attack and verdict.
Stey Woodman, 11, of Thornbury, was shot in the body, face, and eye by a shotgun on July 13 when entering a garden to retrieve a ball. James Scully, 14, faced damages for alleged negligence. The defence argued Woodman was to blame for approaching the garden. Judgment was for the defendant.
Reported pay rise targets railway employees as the first wages under a new arrangement take effect. Average pay gains reach five shillings per fortnight with additional benefits noted for excluded workers.
Minister for Lands Dunstan said the overseas settlers commission will reconvene soon. After confirming particulars with the Lands Department the committee will consider a basis for settlement of compensation claims.
The Molle Commissioner told the betting commission that betting outside Melbourne courses has risen daily, with agents now found in almost every large Melbourne institution, despite evidence that betting was scarce in the city.
Mr J A Lyons announced in the House of Representatives that HMS Stuart and four modern destroyers from Britain will be brought to Australia towards year end to replace the deficient Australian vessels. The Government will decide in preparing estimates if the ships should be kept in commission during the next financial year.
The Grants Commission Bill passed all stages in the House of Representatives reducing members to three and the term of office to three years in Canberra on Thursday.
The Equity Court began hearing an injunction request by several Legislative Council members to restrain Stevens Government from reforming the Upper House after contesting the referendum’s validity. The session is not finished. Local notes report extensive hand feeding at Thorpdale and Childers and mention debt relief efforts via hand the proceeds to Horsham Base Hospital. The Horsham event aims to attract substantial attendance and raise funds for the hospital, with organizers Langlands and Frencham urging public support.
London reports tributes as Australia dominates the Empire Day gathering at the Hoya Empire Society. Speakers honored sacrifices made to restore stability and strengthen bonds within the empire.
In the House of Lords debate on policy for a world economic conference, a surprising attack on Prime Minister Mr Raneay Macdonald was delivered. The critic argued the premier made no progress on war debts and questioned public expenditure abroad, while calls for clarity on financing and balance in international efforts continued.
Fragmentary notes describe Sir Jotin Stan and delegates from America and France at a conference. The passage mentions isolation policy, partitioning of power, and tensions between American and French positions, though many words are garbled.
London reports the Parma, a wheat carrier, arrived at Falmouth today from Australia after S days at sea. The voyage is noted amid the Meerkaremt Phalt tock events affecting trade and shipping.
An unclear report describes a restatement about eighteen firms or factions and reciprocal trade involving Australia. The text mentions human-related costs and powerful terms, but specifics, entities, dates, and outcomes are unreadable. Further readable details are required for a precise card.
In London on a Thursday, Bristol will feature windows opened to 154 shops over the next fortnight. They will show Australian butter dried and canned fruits. The display aims to promote Australian industries with in theatre talks as well.
London officials discount a proposed royal visit to Sydney or Melbourne, citing expense concerns during a period of careful budgeting. The discussion centers on whether to proceed with the trip given public cost pressures and political scrutiny.
The Chinese delegate to the 40m Committee League promised an immediate official inquiry aimed at eradicating the main source of opium and its derivatives. He spoke amid a rising sensation and urged action.
John Tranun reportedly set a remarkable record with a 1000 ft isolated drop. He deployed his parachute after the fall and landed at about 13 miles per hour, narrowly missing a tree. He carried oxygen for 21 minutes and four seconds before the jump, with initial speeds of 144 miles per hour.
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