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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 27, 1924
Page
3
In a bustling display, Costumes and Coats of Charm wins amid varied outfits and tidy trims. Judges note the neat waistlines and meticulous tailoring while attendees admire the imaginative coats and accessories on show.
A long parliamentary speech discusses electoral redistribution, the principle of one person one vote, and the need for fair representation. The speaker praises officers for following instructions, notes the difficulty of achieving a perfect scheme, and urges support for the Bill despite personal costs and political divisions.
Edenhope council meeting discusses Oletra Company tractor Showed scarifying potential to cut road costs Grading its price and operating needs debated Engineers estimate 2580 purchase cost and 12 month payback with kerosene fuel A plan to test the tractor on a road project is approved for further consideration
Discussion at Monday’s enaneait meeting focused on errors in rate notices tied to Konrev Shire valuations. Lamond followed Johnson’s up to date figures while some notices were months old or incorrect. A £2200 discrepancy remained and a motion urged that merged rates include correct notices and property owners be informed of notifiable changes.
A consignment of 1000 yearling brow trout for the Horkam Angling Club arrived by train on Thursday, 20th, met by Inspector Houlikin of the Ion Department and club secretary A. Sehulze. The trip included Dingly Dell and War Took Reservoir, with motor car assistance from J. Pearson. Despite fog and rough transport, the party reached the reservoir and returned, prompting the public to support the club financially for future improvements.
Nominations for the school committee include Mya H Awkland Measra L Norwood Wohlers Pendlebury J Holdsworth and AL Ackland. J Holdsworth elected chairman and Norwood correspondent. Reports cover fund-raising, the ANAL ee committee, and school opening activities with a focus on local events and community speakers.
Quotations show Lincoln wethers at 37/1 and Lincoln ewes at 1, with fat cattle values fair to good. Prime steer prices around £8 11s, dry cows £4-£5, and yearling steers £4-£5. There was slightly better demand for store cattle but overall turnover remained low due to weather.
The Prime Minister announced in Parliament a new wireless discovery could revolutionise long distance practice. A British committee report blocks Marconi from exiting the Amalgamated Wireless Ltd agreement for the England Australia link. The PM keeps contact with Britain and seeks permission to publicly share details as word leaks.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions W E Oliver and Pte Pinky in a wartime context. Details are unreadable, but the items imply a military related record or citation with named individuals.
Fragmentary passage notes rainy week with low minima and weekly totals, mentions farmers starting crops and a starter sow wheat. References medical advice and a doctor examination revealing two fractured ribs after a prior incident. Overall tone approximates a local brief on weather, farming actions, and a personal injury.
A concert at the hall drew a full house for the tenth Tuesday night event. The programme included an overture titled Overture MEO Nirathkerelo and a duet by M Deckers. Miss Heard provided a solo performance.
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