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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 18, 1946
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR lists barter style prices for provisions in Horsham and Ballarat with unclear terms and garbled entries. Names and locations are partially readable but many items and values are lost, leaving an incomplete market snapshot.
A by election is planned in the eastern district for the Legislative Council of Tawaret as nominations run from week to 2 June. The West primary candidates include Hedda and others. Labor and Liberal parties debate alliances amid speculation on the Country Party vote and Wheat Starvation policy impacts.
A Geelong wool salon report notes a record wool price for four bales, while a central Australia film event sparks interest in aboriginal welfare. The commentary by Bosabe Bamgelt praises long service and urges national view on welfare, with Albert Namotfirw’s film exhibition across capitals noted.
The Mayor presented at a municipal conference and Horsham Base Hospital duties were noted as Hoi. Mr RD Brown, Clerk of Courts at Morshani, appointed a Superhour For the inline of Mr W F Sheehy who rejoined the Express staff. Mrs J D Brannelly of Perth visits her parents with daughters Susan and Judith. Miss Elma Baudinette admitted to hospital after appendicitis.
A local Old Folks tribute hosted by Methodist Girls featured entertainment and a dinner. Mayor Chartes opened the program, with Rev B Avertet expressing appreciation for pioneers. Attendees and speakers praised the community effort and honored senior residents, including remarks about long-standing service and gratitude from organizers.
A local event featured a meat concert at Horsham with encores and a party atmosphere. The Jepard 160.1 entertained attendees while prizes were awarded, and plans for dances, bonfires, fireworks, and a charity ball were announced for upcoming dates amid weather-safe conditions.
The article discusses the inadequacy of current equipment for the works programme, noting plans to acquire a new grader or used heavy machinery. Costs range from £2000 to £2800 for used machines and around £3500 for a new set, with debate over funding, contractor roles, and the need for more capable gear to handle earthworks and road building in multiple ridings.
A Wednesday fete at the church opened by Mrs I Ey Revs with 8 15 p.m. services. Infant Donald Robert, child of Cyril Billing, was received by baptism. The Hormbain Sundley School plans Sunday anniversary with a children’s choir feast and drama of Bible scenes. Dr i X Trepaman to speak at morning service. a hall service will feature kindergarten dramatizations.
JC Grows of Baler cin, 28 Wawanna road, Horstinm, with fe A Home oy Momiiy celebrate their wedding anniversary next week on the occasion.
Lily Helen Margaret Pfundt of Rupanyup died at Horsham Base Hospital on Sunday aged 64 after six months illness. Born in Lubeck she married Frank Pfundt in Melbourne and leaves an adopted daughter Wanda. A nurse, she ran a private hospital at Rupanyup for years. Funeral was Monday from Rupanyup Methodist Church led by Rev. G A Collett with coffin-bearers A J Dunlop W Bell R Bell F Lanagan and D Simpson. Arrangements by A F Weight & Sons.
A fragmentary report indicates the Ding North West round permit application was rejected or reissued in the ongoing regulatory process. Further details are unclear due to the damaged text.
Horsham's 20th Century Theatre launches a talent quest with total prize money of £180 and a chance to perform before Melbourne audiences. Entrants must be over 14, with juvenile rounds to be announced. Winners judged by audience voters. weekly winners receive a prize and a voting coupon. Proceeds support the Horsham Hospital.
Major Teich, security officer of Piha of dustion, asserts Goering faced potential political danger at Nuremberg. The claim references tensions and possible implications for high command amid postwar proceedings.
Victoria education director Mr J Seitz told 120 primary teachers at Horsham State School that public neglect of education harms community life. He and others urged stronger teacher leadership, outlining reforms and a projected shortfall of about 3000 teachers to meet future needs.
An unclear notice promises 3000 teaching positions and a “firm ballet in mince Moe” with unrelated phrases about a “soaker” and a Ged pikes to strom the mead. The fragmentary text lacks concrete details or verifiable entities, making the item a confusing recruitment brief from an unspecified source.
Mr Hender contrasts English and Victorian systems, noting county councils run textbooks, curricula, and school resources while the central Board of Education remains advisory. He argues teachers enjoy broad freedom without strong centralized control. Mr Mondovani discusses Western school types, noting early specialization and limited home career prep for girls, with 11 to 13 as a transitional period.
A chaotic OCR fragment mentions the Victorian Teachers Union, public demonstrations, teaching methods, and calls for reform. It references education debates, demonstrations or rallies, and public sentiment about schooling, with scattered mentions of teachers, pupils, and teaching cultures.
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