The History of Coal Gas at Horsham Rotary Talk
A Horsham Rotary Club talk by A. J. Mears outlines the history and development of coal gas, tracing early methods from 60 to 1700s origins, the shift to gas lighting in London and Australia, and Horsham’s own gas works established in 1852. It notes the Colonial Gas Association era, current domestic and industrial uses, storage and pressure issues, and the growth of gas supply across Australia with numerous plants and customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horsham
Sears
William Mur
Eka
Ull
Gmx
Germany
Hein
Lamson
Wirlingham
Loton
Hilline Foor
Gms
EMM Undertakings
Mehmed Hsas
Uukes
Ike
Hoptiar
Nghsonp Vintners
Obey
Industria
Manufacturne
Sufeoumhae
Noel Cane
Ekvaning
Harwich Abid Yanlensets
Vitel
Australia
Indduvtey
Australise
Nsw
Ap Maitland
Alent
New Tattle
Queens
West
Qhieenstant Pte
Ater
Victoria
Agian Cab
Gostiae South
Pitas
Bank of Victoria
Slinue Strew
Cullligs Sree
Flinders Larne
England
Geelong
Bendige
Horsium Gas
Robert Clirk
Bnishest
Memes T
Ark
Colonial Gas Asociation
Porthos
Brimpaw Cricket Club Meeting and Goroke State Sec opening
The Brimpaw Cricket Club meets at Westnewlay news ball to discuss arrangements for the Goroke State Secondary opening anniversary on Saturday September 28. Old scholars are invited to attend with details available by the secretary MK Major.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brimpaw Cricket Chub
Westnewlay News
Schoo
Goroke
Swerstary
MK Major
Weather Disrupts Lubeck Pastures and Crops Season
District reports show unsettled weather impacting pastures and crops with inconsistent growth. Farmers note better spirits recently but warn ongoing conditions hinder field work and harvest timing as brief clear spells alternating with storms affect planning.
Polkemm Ashi Ayy Oy the Imutsharn Base
A cryptic note from the Imutsharn base reports a timing tied to Botuber 9. Details are sparse, outlining a military post event with unclear implications and no public statements from authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashi
Saniye Tatty
Botuber
Shorn Sheep Die From Cold Amid Tough Harvest Weather
Weak rains and cold spell hindered haying and wool harvesting. Sheep losses occurred in local parishes while farmers brace for a tougher crop season. Wool prices are reported to be improving compared with last year.
Willenabrina School Picnic Ends With Fun Games
At the Willenabrina State School picnic a crowd gathered for sport events followed by an evening dance. Reported results include girls and boys races and various team games with participants such as Baker, Hornibrook, Parker, and Atkin among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kivie Quick
Merlin Sturrork
Wader
Smith
Rene “Roberta
Inva
Aveers A
Roberts
C Hines
Ander
K. Crum
Hineh
B. Worker
Pohlner
Wilcowers
Mons
Istione Atkin
K. Fisher
I. Penwill
England
Kirkvine
JP Hoetigan
Mt Gillot
A. McDomnll
Bo. Dalrymple
W. Barker
W. Deuntsuit
Parker
Willenabrina
Meatham
Baker
M.“Uitmour
W. Aukin
Graves Taml S
T. Hornibrook
J. Baker
Atkin
RB. Parker
S McCalum
BD Parker
Ack J. Baker
W. ‘Atki
Hornbrook
D. Parker
W. Atkin
Incomplete Textile and Dye Guide Noted
Fragmentary OCR lists various dyes and chemicals for fabrics and photography. Mentions aspirin colors and modern conveniences, with references to stoves and teaching elements. Unable to confirm full context or dates.
Shire Council Updates and Staff Changes at Warracknabeal
A Warracknabeal shire council meeting covers appointing a surveyor, handling structural duties, and signaling staff changes. Miss Boma Tastor resigns from the shire staff ahead of marriage after 12 years. A. Comeron appointed temporarily to fill a vacancy as the Rotary Club funds tree planting around Mildura Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Borang
Boma Tastor
Mise Taylor
Swith
Lins Taylor
Campbell
Presi Ites
Luemeh
A. Comeron
Hewitt
Rotary Club
Main
Mildura Nase Hospital
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. Langlands & Sons
LID
ANNE
Price
Ted Stert
Psc
Patton
Venton Price
Diy
Panter
Ven
Lee
Hirai
Regi
Ron
Fuvetce
Vrieyt Ag
Brown
Intentle
Tri Wulties Iif
Brimpaen
Lubeck
Minimay
Wwinnett
Retate
Merrynakers
Nurrabies
Celine
Resnards
Weil
Keuis
Pimpinio
Miami
Manley
Mampinis
Sweday
Unisie
Specia
Tenis
Minradale
Dingey Dell
Vergines Park
Polkemmet
New Shire
Moran
Booung White Council
eyrteuTtang
Suives Et
Metlow
Meat Specialists
Firebrace Street
Honsham
Ome Carter
Wilson Bolton & Co
Johan
Branch
Dennys Lascelles
Geelonz
Ste In
Itn
Spalding
Slazenger Hartley
Alexander Racquets
C.H. Hoskin & Sons
Masse
Prac
Ney
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