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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 28, 1926
Page
7
A scrambled verse quotes Admiral and merit ideas about talent, effort, and risk. It likens business to gambling and suggests a man who plays every game to win retires with the most chins, attributed to Ergo Ennot.
Nurse Geyer states she will move her hospital patients from Weymouth to Liscard on Baillie Street opposite May Park and continue patient care there as before.
The Fisher family thanks friends for kind expressions of sympathy after a bereavement. They gratefully accept all sincere gratitude and appreciate the support during this difficult time.
An old hospital notice lists Wembley Private Hospital on Py nsent Street Horsham with Sisters Booth and McClowan offering Monlical Surgical and Alidwifery services and a contact phone number 475.
Hor sh am listing shows contact at phone 889 for Schwennesen next to Firebrace Street on DPerrings. Local ad notes business location and telephone reach.
Commercial intelligence lists today's selling prices for provisions in Horsham with items such as honey potatoes bacon flour and bushels of grain. The pricing appears in shorthand and includes various unit measures and totals.
In memory notices from family members mourn the passing of loved ones with dates such as May 2 May 27 and May 25. Messages express love and longing from wives husbands daughters aunts and siblings. The entries are personal tributes with affectionate phrasing and family signatures.
The bereaved family expresses gratitude to friends for kindness after a recent sad bereavement. Special thanks go to Mr and Mrs Rober Tannsen Abr and Mrs dames Jerry Mrs Cummings Mes Coch rine and the staff of Telephone Exchange for prompt and kind attention.
Friday May 28 1920 discussion on federation versus unification as the Commonwealth expands powers. The piece notes overlapping state and federal authorities in finance roads migration stamps police and arbitration and contemplates a referendum to alter the constitution. It argues the Commonwealth should speak for Australia as a whole while acknowledging risks to federal balance.
Fragments from a Preachers' Conference discuss how the states rely on the Commonwealth for revenue and customs. The piece notes potential reforms and the challenge of equitable leadership amid political power and class interests.
Weather notes showers and misty conditions over the past three days. Tlorsham earned 8 points, boosting the monthly aggregate to 177 points.
The Borough and Water Trust demand rate payments by June 20 to avoid interest and ensure enrollment. In the past month receipts ranged from £400 to £3000, but a major portion remains unpaid. Ratepayers are urged to pay early to avoid rush period delays.
The secretary to the Wim mers Shire Connell warns ratepayers that nonpayment by the specified date will void eligibility to be enrolled on the voters' roll. Defaulters face loss of enrollment rights.
Good progress has been made by Mr GW Cochrane in the allotting of numbers on houses. The town south of Jol and Tarbiett streets has been systematically visited, and when the work is completed orders for the number plates will be given.
Children’s carnival runs today to aid high school improvements with multiple side shows including conjuring. A strong entries count emerges across sections especially nursery rhymes. Mr G B Woodgate from Lonzerenong College will judge elocution. Carnival opens at 1 45. volunteers urged to leave donated goods at Town Hall.
A charity entertainment by Air Northey titled Soldiers Pictures seeks public support for Archiar Reginald Martin's bereaved family. Proceeds after expenses fund the tour and 1000 tickets have been printed with Aft. G. W. Cochrane as premis.
At the Wor sham Cemetery Trustees annual meeting secretary G J Ray reported twelve aged 60 or over as of December 1925 and the oldest was 11 years. The trustees will erect a cyclone pattern front fence. Mr Cur ran resigns with regret and to be noted in minutes for service. The trust balance rose from £25 to £560.
At the Tuesday meeting W T T Mel proposed a trophy for the member with the best attendance during the han yer and the most new members to the rinks. Members supported the plan as a way to prompt prompt lodge ob ligations and reward diligence.
The Tennis Association informed the Kantee Shire Council of fresh film supplies on preventive medicine topics. They offer free wealth literature and require lantern presentation. the shire will facilitate showings at Eilenhone and nearby towns, with Mr Leyden to provide a local engine quote.
The Girls' Comrie Club members with the Methodist Church are holding a jumble fair at Jubilee Hall on Tuesday 15th June, running in both afternoon and evening. Stalls are being arranged for the occasion.
At the recent meeting of the Ruwrey Shire Council a record from the North Western Weights and Measures Union noted the health inspector duties across eslx shires. Dr Campbell offered to be considered for the health inspector role subject to Public Health Department approval, with the Health Commission to decide on acceptance.
At Horsham examinations by Melbourne University the following pupils of Miss VY Stat, Vire Brienie Hall, succeeded. Theory Grade IV: Tenors, Ruby Oliver. Theory Grade V: Pass with credit, Tens Tinbbs, May Bartlett. Tan Miller passed, Lucy King, Give Pallot, Hugh Attier.
Mr Roy Pindlay the car and furniture upholsterer returns to the old location in Pynsent Street near North Western Motors garage. He has installed a Singer sewing machine model for heavy work and engaged an experienced upholsterer to speed orders. Car owners are invited to take advantage of winter upholstery services.
Soldiers' Pictures present Jowell Nichts an Australian Metre on Wednesday night. Marie Dielke Peterson wrote the pen and Tasquinin sets the scene. Louise Lovely, who controls the picture, stars in the leading role. The script promises charm and a vivid portrayal of Australian life for patrons.
The article previews Nellie the henitilnd clown model appearing on the silver sheet with a sensational scene set in New York. It highlights Chaure Windsor’s delightful performance as Nellie and notes a dramatic melodrama tone with fast-cut sequences and a climactic fire scene. A secondary feature, Rivellings Sal, stars Georgy O'Milen as a passionate romantic plotline.
Lloyd George denounces the government for muddled and thoughtless policy on the ten month old mine situation. He urges legislation bypassing miners and owners to shorten the conflict.
The Caulfield train wreck results list three dead Geo Beames 17 William Dobney 21 Arthur Upton 21 and at least 55 injured. On the danger list are Stanley Weeks 19 John Crank 35 Hazel Sandford 15 and Edlan Sorenson 14. Detectives and plainclothes officers are sent to assist the Coroner while railway officials say the signalling apparatus functioned properly.
Stock markets firm on unconfirmed rumour that miners near eight hour workday settlement. Daily Express reports government considering new proposal to break deadlock by targeting mining bodies and individual owners and miners with shared terms.
A jury acquitted Dr MacGillicuddy and Nurse Merc Hudson in the murder case of Mrs Law after a trial that lasted about two hours. Both defendants faced charges of murder but were released.
Lovers of good plays will be pleased to know that Mr Atlin Wilkie and his company will visit Thorslane on June 13 and 10 with two plays Shakespeare's delightful The Taming of the Shrew and The School for Sundry.
A Budapest message says the former police chief Nadossy and Trineo Louis Windishegrads received four year penal servitude sentences. Geree, advisor to the Cartoehe ethical Institute, got two years for forgery of French bank notes last year. Others received one month to two years. Appeals were faced by the prosecution for severity and mitigation.
The Master Butchers Association reports a prominent figure urging retention of the stockyards at Newmarket. Mr Alban, the Premier, spearheads the push while Mr Allin discusses terms with stock owners and representatives on the matter.
Sydney mogeages express tree hope that the real mine engine drivers strike will shortly end.
In New York Sir Esme Howard the British Ambassador said the general strike in England reaffirmed the bullet and faith in free constitutional parliamentary government.
A brief note from Sydney indicates the Ho Nours dispute is expected to be settled within the next few days. Authorities and involved parties have yet to disclose specifics.
Madge Bellamy and Lealie Fenton star in a drama about a mountain idealist’s bid to uplift his people and a circus girl who seeks refuge among Kentucky mountaineers. The plot includes a quarry scene shot near Santa Cruz and a dynamite sequence.
A shipment of gowns frocks hats and evening wear arrives for Madame Griffiths inviting new outfits. A farewell social for Miss MuneCielfani is planned at West Wool school on Wednesday evening. A concert and dance follow at Haven Hall next Tuesday at eight thirty. Ball funds and a charity party plus a dance are set for Kootondo Hall on Friday evening.
A Horsham letter to the editor argues for a proper rest room and facilities for women and children, criticizing delays and mixed support among council members. The writer urges a public toilet and resting place as essential town amenities, tying the issue to soldiers' rights and civic responsibility.
A debate session organized by the ANAS Methodist Young Men’s Club will be held on Tuesday June 7 with teams including the Wilde Musars and the Methodist side listed by initials. Topics concern ureter benafit to Ane dritin and related terms appear in the fragment.
Varis dispatch announces Abdel Krim the Rit leader has surrendered before entering French lines He reportedly sent battle orders to French Spanish and state prisoners prior to surrendering.
Personal notices report Miss Mayle Shaw named assistant teacher at Horsham State School. Details of deceased Miran farmer with estate values and will specifics. Updates on residents: Mrs. Partridge recovering after cataract surgery, Rev Johnston taking Balmoral Church post, Mr. Curran's health, Mr. McLean’s Brname visitation, and a Dimbeoka merchant's circular-saw accident with finger injuries and healing progress.
The Horsham J N A officers for the half year were elected Tuesday evening. President CW W male, vice president Afr Re Relivz vere tum, treasurer Air W oT elmore, assistant secretary Air EL Gerluck, auditors J McLonn and TR Wilmuth, committee Musers Bi Lidell D eo L Hutchesson FLW Alea IT Crea, press correspondent Mr d T R Rolly.
The Caserton branch of the Soldiers League unveiled a memorial stone over the grave of Alfred Sehantee, who tendered services to returned soldiers. The ceremony drew family members, returned soldiers, Fathers Association members, and local citizens. A £10 donation was presented to the memorial fund.
A local drive aims to raise funds toward 300 pounds for a motor relief project in Tiel with public subscriptions reaching 128 pounds to date.
A Tuesday conference between the Gardena committee and a deputation from the Morshoga Progress Association discussed protecting the West end Grandstand with canvas blinds. The suggestion to install glass windows was not strongly supported by the committee.
Chinese reports say two attackers tried to kill General Pengyu Theaing while he was at an arsenal in Moscow. Feng was unharmed and the assailants were arrested.
A Tokio dispatch states the Mayain irrigation reservoir burst its banks this afternoon with a tremendous roar. Officials report 114 houses swept away and 5 men and 15 women are among the dead or missing, with casualties expected to be comparatively small since the disaster occurred during the day.
In the third round of the Aniston Wolf Championship Sinclair Austen Ha defeated Major Kennedy three up with two to play.
An advertisement lists items from TRY A, ARNOTT & CO including tarpaulins tents horse gear leather coats duck rain pants and leggings for ladies and gents. Also promotes a peppermint cure for coughs and colds as a featured product claim.
Article promotes a diet for dyspeptics focusing on avoiding fermenting foods to prevent acidity. It endorses Risulated Mint Talfa to neutralize acidity and Bisurated Magnesia as a remedy, claiming it allows richer foods without stomach distress. The piece urges readers to ask for Bisulated Magnesia.
Fragmented OCR text shows church leaders discussing revival efforts at Molten City Presby terian Church. References include Rev. Mage and Rev. Moss Dein with visiting speakers, noting community outreach and fundraising events to revive congregations.
A garbled text fragment presents mixed words and stray names, lacking coherent events or identifiable subjects. It appears as damaged OCR from a newspaper page with no clear who what where or when.
A damaged text fragment recounts a church or religious group event with mentions of a pestilence and high death toll. It references Bible, beliefs, and reverence, noting years past and a focus on faith, mourning, and a call to extend help to others.
A gospel service is scheduled at Mordham Chapel with speakers including Charel at 7 pm. Mies Disdais from Daifa will give a notable address in the interest of foreign policy.
A damaged OCR reads of a wedding ceremony at a Methodist Church involving Mr. and Mrs. Ward and other local figures. The text mentions a reception at Ward’s residence and names several attendees with unclear spellings. The account ends with a May 5 date reference.
A challenged conveyor belt exhibit at the Frick Collection site in Akron Ohio claimed a belt length over five miles with a 5.12 mile segment in its system. The belt weighs tons and extends beyond prior belt orders, though details are unclear due to OCR garble.
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