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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1950
Page
1
Hosvey mummen report farmers await guidance on the new retail milk price to start September 15. Melbourne areas cut prices from September 15 to February 1 next year while inquiries are planned. Victorian regions divided into five price zones with officials noting delays in decision due to the wide area.
Horsham Council meeting demanded strongest possible police action against vandalism. Dr Wet Morson and Dr LE Meld cited damaged sheep huts, broken light globes, dog attacks on sheep, and park damage as proof of a rising vandal problem and urged public warnings to deter offenders.
A speaker argues that contented workers with good conditions resist communism as the best counter. He claims job security reduces fear of unemployment and that workers prefer evolution over sudden revelation, warning poor conditions breed communism and that parties have not prioritized worker welfare.
At Lower Norton yesterday the Goroke Show awarded top Merino points with champions in both Cheeredum and strong wool classes. P McDonnell of Harrow presented the champion superi tis ewe at the event.
The article notes favorable wool clip prospects for the season with some reports predicting a lighter output than last year. It mentions shearing starting in some Hor sham districts and that most graziers will begin in about two weeks, while a Remiaw resident cites unusually cold weather hindering sheep work.
London confirms the King and Queen will visit Australia early 1952 with Princess Margaret likely accompanying them. The tour is expected to run January to July 1952 with stops including Horsham and possibly the Federal Parliament, marking a first by a reigning monarch.
Prominent golfer Bobby Locke will visit Horsham for an exhibition match at the new Horsham course in October. Local and national players rumored to attend include rival champions and notable figures, making Locke’s appearance the event of the season at the venue.
The report notes a league contest where a team edged its opponent by a small margin. Readers see brief action details and a focus on a close outcome.
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