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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 15, 1946
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text shows misread items about provisions pricing and petty affairs, with garbled names and phrases. The readable portions mention prices for provisions and a general procurement note, lacking coherent context or clear entities.
In loving memory of any dene HsieMintid mu TAT ws I passed away on October 15, MM. Inwortial Tey Wx Tovlivs wife abit danctiters, Middy Lareint.
Mr David Andersom spoke to St Andrews Presbyterian Ben's Society on the Wimmera pioneers and Major Mitchell's landing. He recalled early settler families, Horsham street names, and land settlement history dating to 1846. Dr. Murray Carter noted Wartook originated as Carters Pony.
A chaotic OCR note outlines a visit of a touring stage show including Well Ewowne Stage and Madio Stara with various acts such as Sigser Minstrels, a comedy juggler, and a singing company. It mentions dates, venues like Devon and the Devon Tow Hall, and ticket pricing, with promotions and mentions of concerts and public notices.
A fragmentary report notes Ararat and Mulleng Domain figures in a community meeting. Mentions various speakers and a vote of thanks to Mr Rogers and Mr Butchinson. The text references a "winning mugitrer" and local names, with unclear context about a vote, broadcast, and dairy or agricultural topics.
Mentions several individuals admitted or visiting Horsham Base Hospital and related local people. Wall of names includes Miss Shirley, Miss Joyce Gulhridge, Mrs D Coleman, and others from Denor, Collingwood, Edenhope, and Murton. Noted patients include Faetib, Mebarhias, and Sean de Betmerece with surrounding family visits recorded.
The item lists multiple engagements and forthcoming weddings in Horsham and surroundings. It names Ruth Lehmann and Stanley Steven, Winnie Brown and James Burcu, Betty Rutherford Amos, and other couples with dates and venues including local churches and tea events.
The Stawell event showcased district school athletes with Horsham, Stawell, and Diuly High et al competing. Records fell in junior and senior events as teams contended for shields including the Grampian Shield and the Backerball, with Horsham claiming several titles and notable performances by D. Ully and J. Penrigs.
Fragmentary obituary notes from Haven mention James Pocock Watking and others in a local service at Mor sham Cemetery. References include relatives Margaret Amer and Damen Pattee Mew C Ameri with scattered names and a Methodist connection. The piece records deaths and a burial in a community.
In a heated primary, Mr Donald McLeod defeats Mr Mackinnas by 1214 votes to hold his seat. The final poll tally indicates McLeod leading with substantial support across the northern district, with 52159 votes cast and the declaration set for Hauwiivm tomorrow.
The article recounts a 1946-47 practice with strong attendance led by ARS president Mr. G Weight. It notes weather challenges but praise for the greens committee and the improving playing surface. New faces including Brand, Arthur, Gand, Dufur, Kin, Warrick, and Mableburg are named among attendees. The president thanks the mayor for attending the season opener and outlines hopes for future growth, facility plans, and increased town support for sport and recreation.
Fragmented OCR text outlines a social gathering or concert with names such as Metin Wood and Williamson. It mentions displays, attractions, a ball, gifts, and a concert with various participants and donors. Many sections are garbled and hard to parse.
The council weighs levelling efforts at a selected Muand site amid concerns over inadequate supply of materials for the large crop season. Officials note possible delays and review contractor readiness as they consider upcoming harvest needs and coast-driven timelines.
A fragmentary sports snippet mentions Wayman and Kerr with obscure names and a game context. The text shows garbled lines about a Saturday event, likely a local league or school contest, with partial references to players and positions. Strong entities are not clearly identifiable due to OCR errors.
Race 10 notes from Horsham Homing Society show pigeons clocked around 920 yards with winners Carter and Dellar among the top finishers. Reports mention weather hindered results, payouts listed including 6 and 24 units, and committee notes praising participants while detailing late placements and prize allocations.
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