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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 29, 1931
Page
3
Melbourne Thursday market notes show Wheat 2/3 to 2s 0d per bushel. Milling oats 1/11 to 2/1. Barley English 1/8 to 2s. Cope late potatoes and onions quoted 2d to 2s 6d. Eggs Latota 16d. Prices in old currency and abbreviations reflect 19th century trade.
Friends of the Sudholz family of Remlow request to Poltow his remains to their last rest at Horsham Cemetery. The funeral will leave Horsham Street today at 2.30 pm. Weight and Buns Undertakers.
The piece discusses two opposing forces shaping society the constructive and disintegrative energies of cosm and death. It cites the Australian political scene including Labor divisions in New South Wales and a broader shift toward new powers and reforms. It urges moderation and cooperation to avoid sectarian harm and a public rift between country and city over tariffs.
The speaker compares government to the head and workers to the limbs, stressing interdependence of city and country. He notes over half of Australia's primary production is used domestically and urges unity of purpose to prevent producers from suffering without a developed secondary industry and home market.
Alternate days of cloudy conditions and sunshine have been experienced this week. The forecast issued at noon yesterday said mostly fine in the north west with showers and rain in the west coastal districts and more general rain in the north east and Gippland, with some heavy falls and southerly winds.
The report explains water movement from the Wintuw river into Taylor's Lake inter channel then Pine Lake. It notes channel capacities, daily volumes, and interconnections with Burnt Creek East Wouwondah and the Glenelg River systems. No current diversion is used for domestic or stock tanks. water may flow from Taylor's Lake into Pine Lake.
The first executive meeting of the Horsham Citizens Unemployed Committee was held on Wednesday night. The mayor will interview the Commercial Travellers Association regarding a welfare event. Donations were received from Rotary Club and a member signaled continued support after the recreation reserve afternoon. The group plans three town sections canvassed twice and will hold stalls at home games with tea provided by the ladies’ committee of the Horsham Football Club.
At Tuesday's Ara Piles Shire Council meeting the annual grant to Horshaw Base Hospital was debated. Last year's grant stood at £75 while rates are expected to rise to £1200 this year. Crs Grant and Gill moved to reduce the grant to £60, with debate over hospital expenses and supervision costs.
A new serial begins in law's issue titled Link by Link from Headon Hill author of The Kiss of the Enomy and The Qeean Kang Mystery Vieln James. The prior serial In the Shades concluded last Friday and proved popular.
Court records show petty sessions will meet at Worsham Police Court on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays, expanding the weekly schedule.
Fathers Day meetings drew strong interest at the Horsham Salvation Army Citadel East Sunday with addresses honoring fathers and parental authority. The venue featured red chrysanthemums and red flowers as part of the display. The observance extended to Salvation Army corps across southern Australia including Victoria South Australia Western Australia and Tasmania.
Parents are reminded elementary schools resume Monday after May vacation. Children four years and older who have not yet attended should enroll that day. The practice of admitting late applicants weeks after start ends. no new admissions after the September vacation.
Owners who fail to provide dogs with name collars will be prosecuted at Horsham Police Court next week. The borough dog inspector reports diligent enforcement and notes that stray dogs are killing poultry in borough areas.
Judgment given by Messrs J Haines and F Langlands at Horsham Police Court. In undefended cases Young Bros versus BR and W Emmett, sums of 178 pounds 7 shillings with 26 shillings costs. Ruby Piazza versus J W J Kerte, 310 pounds with 15 shillings 6 pence costs.
About 40 members gathered to hear the Ra panyup Debating Club discuss Should Bachelors be Towed. Adjudicator Mr H Conghian ruled for the affirmative 31 to 20, praising Mr F Wood for his fluent, note free speech and clever similes.
The Horsham HLA.B. Society met in the lodge room with Bro. Williamson in the chair. A letter from the Donald branch invited Horsham to present its annual communion breakfast, which was acknowledged with thanks.
Horsham Swastica Club to host a lively night in the Town Hall on Tuesday with a decorated hall reception by a hortani hostess. Guests from surrounding towns expected as Tucker's Prete Orchestra plays. A broadcast set from Chas Hoskins and Bana will enhance the event for members.
Ensign Downing of the Horsham Salvation Army appeals for parcels of warm clothing for children and goats but urgent needs remain. Only two parcels have been received for distribution to date.
The readable portion notes a planned plant and road work with trees arriving early to allow Horsham residents to assist without delays. It mentions arrangements for transport and labor for the day, tied to a school-related project and promised support from authorities.
Tonight and Saturday at Horsham Theatre show Rango with thrilling jungle action and a tiger pursuit, then Ruth and the Better Wife with Clive Brook. Monday to Wednesday features The Sea Wolf with Love Dreams as a supporting film, plus a Saturday matinee.
Horsham Moethark Church marks its anniversary with a six o'clock concert featuring the choir and organist Mrs. J Sawer. Artists include Mesd James Tom Cameron A Kimberley Miss M McClennan Messrs W Lawrence UC R Freneham and the choir performing anthems such as By Babylon's Wave King Gut Will Bells and the chorus Thanks be to God from Elijah.
The State Rivers and Water Supply Commission pump at Jung started pumping on the 7th inst for filling tanks in the Worsham Dimboola and Katkee districts.
A fine selection offered today includes face cloth in navy black and brown with new patterns. Lovely coats trimmed with fur or Astrachan available at low prices. Goods advertised as good quality with no shoddy stock. Phone 47.
The Hor sham A W A held its quarterly meeting at the Masonic Hall with Mise K Dougherty presiding. New member proposed and welcomed. Election results announced for President Mrs. G Kay and other officers. Annual band ball set for the first week in July.
Horsham meeting featured a four sided contest on influence among the pulpit press parliament and pictures. Judges declared the pulpit winner with parliament second after lively arguments by Bakr Holmes Hopper Morcom White Morcom Amon and Flack. Next week aims sporta night.
The fortnightly inwerting of the Hor sham Methodiist Ladies' Guild was held in the Jubilee hall with Mrs. H. F. Allen presiding. An American tea raised funds from gift sales. A flower making contest produced varied artificial blooms and was won by Miss Moulden. An afternoon program followed with performers Mire Whitelock E. Griffiths Francis and S. Wilson. A tea by Mesdames Clark Collins Begton Edmonds and Graham closed the gathering.
At the Mackenzie Creek event the Fe Band will donate funds. The Horsham branch of the NUPBA holds its monthly meeting in Memorial Hall. Tonight features a black orpington pullet and white leghorn cockerel show plus an incubation lecture by Mr Fletcher from Longer enong College. Members urged to attend in full force.
The New Zealand Reform party secures a sweeping victory in Hauraki as a son of the late Premier Massey wins the seat. Massey 1876, Petrie 2514, Allan 973, Ross 508.
Davey, Davey & Co. cut prices on men’s overcoats and coats. All wool coats drop from 45 to 32/6. Other lines see reductions from £4 10s to £3 5s. Heavy dressing gowns in splendid patterns also discounted. Early visit invited.
The Methodist Girls' Comrade Club hosts a bargain fair at Jubilee Hall on Tuesday with afternoon musicales and an evening program featuring contests and sixpence admission. A Presbyterian Young Men's Society debate on compulsory education ends with a Presbyterian win after a close score tally.
Mrs Berry told the Doyleeford branch that Victoria has 30 000 more women than men and urged support for Mr Russell Clarke in the Legislative Council election for the Southern Province. Women were blamed if the right men fail to win Parliament.
Hack Hill ward queen secretary Mr. Chas Stevenson received a London addressed envelope showing Ballarat Fast, Victoria, New Zealand. The note reflects lingering ANZAC era sentiment as Australians and New Zealanders are seen as one shoreside nation near Gallipoli.
A group of five men in a car woke Penshurst garage owner J Ryan senior around 2:30 am Friday and obtained twelve gallons of petrol. The supposed doctor claimed a life or death hospital transfer and promised to pay later, but neither he nor the patient has been seen since.
A new defense device demonstrated near Lille last Saturday creates artificial fog to shield a village. In the test Marshal Petain presided as a compound of sulfuric anhydride and sulfuric acid was injected into lime tanks, producing thick clouds that blanketed the area with minimal disruption to spectators.
A Sydney property dealer had sold terrace mall bonuses at £1000 each a couple of years ago when rents were 30/9 a week. He recently repurchased them at £500 each and rents are now 13/ a week each to keep them occupied.
Church leaders in New South Wales report steady metropolitan attendance for divine services each Sunday. There are SUG churches in Sydney with aggregate Sunday attendance around 2X4,000. In the country 434 preaching places show estimated weekly attendance near 'N1p,000, giving an overall Sunday turnout near 000,000.
A white cloudy substance, initially mistaken for frost, extended over seven miles at Kyalenm on Sunday. It was later described as a fresheen like spider web, likely carried by the breeze to fences telegraph poles and loose turns, with millions of spiders observed in the district.
A nine year old Australian boy, Collin Kerby, pedaled solo from Dallarat to Ballarat covering about 72 miles. He left Albert Mark after a day with a former playmate and reached Ballarat in the early evening, arriving tired but upbeat. He traveled with no company, showing remarkable endurance for his age.
A Thursday evening gathering led by Mr. J. Long, chairman of the Orange Lodge, proposed a toast to the teragd Lovdge. The speaker recalled Mount Ararat and noted an early mariner piloted the nek safely, promising to uphold the queen’s financial stature. Neal kept his limited company amid liquidation.
Fat cattle and cows showed stable to firm demand with better cow beef values. Calves, bullocks, and prime mutton fetched solid prices, while sheep numbers fell near 745 with many stores. Lambs and best descriptions saw improved rates over last week amid strong competition among buyers.
Early morning Timmins of Tallengatta and a friend armed with guns rushed to rescue calves chased by a dingo. A protecting cow aided in the scene as the dingo was shot. The animal measured 5 ft 8 in from nose to tail tip.
A drought struck problem in the newer Mallee sees drifting sand advance under dry winds. Sand has damaged wheat and nut crops in several locales, cutting yields. The drought break with heavy rains since March may halt the drift, as grass regrows in previously bare patches, notably in the Colignan district where drift threatened settlements.
Property from the late John Mills covering 1529 acres near Mafra station was auctioned. Frederick Gilder bought the land at about £92 per acre for an estimated £14,000 after bidding started at £6. The sale included 187 acres of rich alluvial and grazing land with bidders from Western District Gippsland and New South Wales.
A resourceful Winwerd farmer faced a stubborn cow that calved after being moved from Jeperic. He devised a wire sledge with a horse drawn load to carry the calf and cow home, overcoming the animal’s reluctance to pull a traditional wagon.
The Ballarat National Health Society held a City Hall gathering with Mr. K Wilson of Melbourne delivering the address. The talk touched on diet and diphtheria treatment and reflected on attitudes to alcohol and White 1 as a lethal misperception.
Frank Lambert of Garten Vale hit a stray horse on Patrick Street near Stawlil High School. The horse was killed. car suffered major damage including radiator and transmission. Car was insured. driver uninjured.
The large charity network including The Ancient Grief of Frothblower and allied bodies agreed to voluntary dissolution after raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for the benefit of boys and girls on outings and other poor children’s causes coordinated by the associated organisations.
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