18 Sep 1931
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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 18, 1931
Page
1
Fragmented text describes a spring scene in the Grampians with references to water, a waterfall, and distant figures or events. Details are unclear, but mentions gardens, rocks, and possible warnings amid a rugged landscape.
Government statistics show Victoria will plant 3 215 800 acres of wheat in the 1991 32 season, down from 4 785 500 acres last season. The decline reflects shifts in farmer practice and crop choices across the state.
An old warning on rising neurasthenia cites worry and overwork as causes. It touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy to restore nerves, boost vitality, and renew system strength, urging nervous people to start taking them at once.
On Sunday Rev Harold F Allen will preach at Pimpinio Remlaw and Horsham. Rev Woolhouse will preach at Horsham Kalkee and Timpinio. Pimppinio Church anniversary services will be held next Sunday. Contributions to the board of finance have steadily come in across the parish leaving only a little over £26 outstanding.
The church plans a slate of services and social events led by Mr Do AL Mefowdl and other attendees. A short play, “Wilews,” features Rita Toehooml Evelyn Roarwiued, with proceeds supporting the church’s outreach. A children’s party and a flower show are scheduled, along with a morning sermon and evening gospel service.
The Horsham Corps announces an Appreciation Day to be held on Friday 9th September as part of its ongoing community service. Organizers invite local residents to attend and join in the tribute and activities.
The Rev. A. L. Jewell told a parable at the anniversary service of Otherhill Methodist on Sunday. A curate in a French village unwittingly exposed motives when villagers filled a vat with water, illustrating the Paulist message that what one sows is what one reaps. He urged moral caution to avoid similar acts.
A reader from Horsham notes Lambing results of a Corriedale stud with 25 ewes producing 41 lambs from nine singles and sixteen twins before weather and disease reduced yields. The writer praises the breed for mothering ability and milk, suggesting its value as a fattening option alongside Downs.
A lively Gymbowen hall event supported the Church of England funds with dancing until late. Highlights included a string of pearls donated by Mrs Barker and Miss Breen, prize stalls, and a £274 7s takings showing strong support for the Athal centre amid hard times.
Throughout the district a good rain fell between 71 and T3 points aiding late crops. Fallowing continues, stock feed is abundant, a strong lamb crop is forming, shearing has begun with a heavy anticipated clip, and higher prices could spur progress in wool wheat and hay.
The Goroke A and P Society judged the Bewes section this year with Mr W Young from Hamilton attending. Assistant judges were MeN Chisholm and Miss Watt judged the needlework. The item mentions weekend rainfall and points awarded.
Olive Hobba of Horsham and Ernest Vincent of Springvale Melbourne announce their engagement. Also Ida May Lindsay, late teacher of Kangawall, Thornbury, to John Cameron of Oak Bank Kangawall, a noted merino breeder and prize winner at district shows.
A string of obituaries details deaths in Green Lake Melville Forest Coleraine and surrounding towns. Reports include the Kno nagel family mourning Dorothy Karl Emma John and Alfred with funeral at Green Lake cemetery and service by Pastor Pritsch. Mary Penny remembered for cheerful disposition with burial at Balmoral. ex police superintendent J Sharp dies in Elsternwick. Richard Potter of Lillimar dies after a stroke. Anne Brehaut widow of George Brehaut born Wagga Wagga now Victoria. B J Kelleher of Walpeup death. George Isac Cook saddler of Stawell noted for mining support and local rail/opening contributions.
The Mildgan Sewerage Authority fined three plumbers for using untested materials in residential contracts. A £14,157 reduction was applied to Dundas Shire valuations for the upcoming municipal year. Despite wet weather, Adelaide show opening day attendance nearly set a record.
Prominent sports figure and Horsham State School teacher M. Pat Wilkinson is transferred to his hometown Sebastopol near Ballarat. A farewell gathering in Jubilee Hall included Horsham Tennis Club and Methodist Men's Club members who lauded his contributions and presented tokens of appreciation.
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