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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
6
The text records a chaotic parliamentary discussion on where a federation’s center should lie within member territories, debating risks of delay and the impact on state rights, resources, and national unity. It highlights concerns over regional representation, economic balance, and patriotic sentiment.
A compact Horsham area roundup covering local clubs, weather chatter, public meetings, famine concerns, and a string of personal updates. Items include a proposed Wodkmowelsy amateur club, bowling and seaboard meetings, charity fund notes, school board activity, a theft case and a curious public decorum anecdote about a gramophone incident in council chambers.
Millicent Times reports a local meeting of twenty ladies forming an Ex Circle with a one shilling subscription chaired by Mrs W H Altechwager, plus plans for depot shipments to London markets. The Triangle Reserve at Baillie Street prompts tree protection talk, while notices mention a late farmer Francis Grevur, local auctions, and a public event schedule with a special train.
Direct Cables report chaotic London County Council session with expulsions amid obstruction by labor members. Also recounts hundreds of miners feared dead in Kong’s Country fire and a Japanese gendarme incident during a pilgrimage. US Navy Sperry fleet arrival expected at Yokohama. Canada rejects pro American overtures and Laurier urges stronger ties with Britain.
The State Assembly discussed irrigation fees and country train costs with opposition to expense in rural areas. The Chall Adulteration Bill advanced, except protein clauses. In the Commonwealth, Fraser's Fire Insurance Bill failed 25 to 16 and Senate debate on division of states continued.
The gathering praised Albert Rogers for thirty years in the district and his service as council president and Western Wimmera Irrigation Trust commissioner. Speakers lauded his honesty, draught horse advocacy and community support while highlighting political hopes to improve roads and water projects.
Fragmented text describes political maneuvering around a vote of confidence. It notes the Premier's earlier controversial step and a Country Party caucus decision to postpone action, implying a tense political stalemate and expected parliamentary moves.
The death occurred Tuesday of Mrs. Sayer widow of the late Thos Sayer aged about 80. She had been in very poor health and resided on Moorepherson Street. Funeral arrangements are pending.
The Federal Budget presents total revenue of £15,015,798 for the year ending June 10. Expenditure for 1907-08 totaled £4,155, with state transfers and old age funds noted. Customs and excise rose due to new tariffs, while post revenue exceeded estimates by £19,754. Import and export figures for Australia and other items are listed in the budget tables.
Committee invites residents in the Kalkee district and surrounding areas to join Horsham Cricket Club for an upcoming season. Meetings, subscription details, and dates are listed, with opening events planned for Saturday afternoon. A note mentions a criminal case involving a 14 year old girl, but provides no further details.
Classified notices seek a general servant for Mrs Perring in Firebraces Street Horsham and a good general servant for Wilson Bolton in Hornhem. Also wanted farm workers, hotel furniture buyers, board and residence for gentlemen, and veterinary services at Horsham Veterinary Hospital. Notices include agent appointment and local business hiring.
The Anos announces a general meeting to be held at Town Hall on Tuesday October 3. Attendees are urged to report promptly to Elevton of Office-hearers and bring required documents. Proceedings will cover official business and related reports.
Ballarat Agricultural Show runs November 19 and 20 with entries closing Saturday October 24. Prize list includes cash awards and four government gold medals. Schedules available on application to J ALS, ARAZENGA, Secretary.
Melbourne tenor James Wane engaged for solo work. Concert features cho ral singing art songs and orchestral pieces on Friday October 30 at Medienice Hall. Admission 2/ and 1/ 6d. Box plan at Ryan's. Frank Langlands honorary secretary.
Horsham Caledonian Society stages a prize money and chant concert night featuring a program of sport, with plans announced for Melbourne Track and field events and a security notice from Macon Ali.
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