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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 26, 1939
Page
5
The record lists yesterday's prices for provisions in Borshman mares fan and related items. Items include Batter factory products, onions, and various farm outputs with scattered figures such as 84, 5, and 0. A note shows Pollard and Brom references, plus cheese and plows at described rates.
Wire from our correspondent notes wheat prices steady at 2d per hundredweight with unchanged yields. Market activity subdued as reports from traders show limited movement and cautious sentiment ahead of seasonal assessments.
A historical report discusses reforming juvenile delinquency handling. Officials consider replacing punitive methods with plans emphasizing education and personalized support, aiming to reduce harm and improve outcomes for youth offenders.
The text discusses the Childrens Court and visiting magistrates, proposing how stipendiary magistrates should be involved. It asks whether there are voting lines on the bench and whether a father could guide a wayward youth, outlining a plan for possible adoption or state involvement if successful.
Weather notes report paid winds and a forthcoming cold front. Forecasters describe cloudy skies yesterday with frost in several districts. Light westerlies and southerly winds are expected, with fog reducing visibility in some areas.
A grand ball to be held Monday in the new Horsham Town Hall aims to attract a large, representative crowd from Wimmera and beyond. Promoters Horsham Town Council promise a spectacular evening with a metropolitan orchestra, epordight effects, and a charity focus. Mayors and town clerks are invited, with Cr Bowden to officially open the hall and a SYEW broadcast planned. Proceeds go to local charitable organizations.
A public concert titled Padidey Morko was held yesterday in the Timpernier hall under the Esrilinm brah of the WATE. Proceeds of about £93 benefited the Richmond Kindergarten. Performers included Mim Wille, Het aoe, Mire, E. Viscont, and Wille with Ashton, while stalls and helpers were organized by a long list of local volunteers.
An Altec meter car from the Arapeh branch of Panama merchants collided with a motor truck at a corner near Gilpia's business pror. Dungan was hospitalized with head and back cuts. Four girls in the car, all daughters of Mr. J R Blackman, were admitted to hospital. The car suffered heavy damage.
The Lamb Prospects Review Board reports Victoria and New South Wales face a new season near last year’s levels but early markings may be scarce due to drought. South Australia projects record lambing and export volumes, with WA also expected to rise, while first grade lambs dominate shipments. A separate note covers Horsham music activity and mid day shop closing debate, plus farming diversification and electricity use on farms.
A car break in at the neighborhood in Plaine last Friday night led to the loss of a clipping machine and groceries valued at 13/10. Neighbors who aided the owner reported seeing contractors at work and a plan to supply fur and oil for tractors and machines. Local authorities investigated as tractors and motor trucks were spotted on the scene.
A muddled text notes a conference and Australian agricultural experts discussing a stabilizing wheat plan. Mentions rural impact and foreseeing stabilization efforts, but details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
A royal couple attended a performance at the Park Theatre where the singer Joisest led a chorus amid a jubilant crowd. The event featured a ceremonial moment as the audience watched the singers and dignitaries respond with enthusiasm, ending with waves of applause for the performers.
Continuous drilling at Nelson by Southern States Drilling Co for Western Petroleum Co progresses with a depth of 110 feet reached by Saturday afternoon. Visible indicators include gas and bitumen along the Gilenele River. Portland site drilling to start in the next two weeks under Max Sosin Darhed supervision. Two wells to be supervised by an American geophysicist amid plans for renewed testing and potential production.
On Monday First Constable E Annett of Ararat encountered Lionel George Richards 28 a labourer living at Port Fairy road Richards opened fire with a loaded rifle The constable struggled to wrest the weapon away and entered the hay shed before Richards was overpowered and taken to the police station Richards was inter charged with the attempted discharge of a loaded firearm with intent to do grievous bodily harm.
A wire report from Thuraday describes a robbery by two suspects aided by a 72 year old man, Mr Thomas Youghhan. They seized 345 pounds from a hospital routine area as authorities pursued them through nearby streets.
A well known taxidriver, 1 Chambers of Brighans, was found killed along Woadnestay near a Conehor fund. Police report a 22 rifle beside the body and say he sat propped near a bed in a small room. Early Homilies from Hrirbawe are cited.
A correspondent reports Ardiness and others appearing at Brisbane, Lismore, and Derwent amid investigations into oil operations. Police detained a man tied to multiple inquiries as to his actions. Court appearances and petitions followed as authorities pursued further details.
The report describes proceedings at the Horsham Waliven Court in Weitnesiny turning where Mr T Biggin was appointed as Patent Mbygistentes. Details cover civic relations between Darristens, Bowell and local figures, with remarks from Ray Gibbins and T Lambert about service to ratepayers. A plaque ceremony honored Dr Pendletairy and Dr Robert Smith, reflecting community recognition during construction efforts at a site once home to an old building.
The death occurred at Wandsmere for William Hubert Mawker a farmer known in Saydemore and Lllioir district. He was born in Mordirtien and married to Mise MM Renney. Funeral at Mbill Cemetery with service by Meg Bb Pickling of Kalave Methodist Johore. Mrs Amnes Anckman of Wesbfied attended. Age about 1 year?
The notice details an engagement in Horsham with numerous family names and addresses, and reports two wedding ceremonies. It mentions Miss Kim Chitting, Mr. Wits Spenser, and a large bridal procession, with guests, attire, and reception details across multiple locations including Metannine Street and East Miller. Additional wedding notes include Lynne Serfirer, Letty Rosamond Vinmicro, and Roy Semin gon with arrangements at a Methodist church in Brunswick and a reception hosted by Mrs Lee of Brighton.
A Japanese blockade to cables near London prompts negotiations among Japan Britain America and France over the Jaime issue. Representatives scene at municipal councils discuss Kulangan international coalition, claim Kulanee is capable of breach at 57 a state. A Japanese cruiser remains stationed between Kulanee and the mainland as pickets continue.
A brief notice notes the guard related to British mFS activities. The brief mentions ongoing security concerns and possible schedule impacts affecting operations and safety across regions linked to the British facility network. Further details are limited in the accessible text.
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