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Melbourne reminiscences and oddities in a bustling era
A Melbourne weekly feature recalls local characters and oddities from past streets. Knights and self styled titles in Prahran amuse shoppers while auction sales in Melbourne attract strong attendance and high prices. The piece highlights James Devaney’s literary legacy and notes civic concerns over a long standing eyesore near Central Station and a busy southern entrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sugas
Abe
Nic
Joyce Geother
Tourke Street
East End
Sir William
Toetmaker
Melbourne
Geo
Prahran
al Bottle Catherer
Sly James Pratt
Sir James
Hs Reg
James Devaney
Devaney
Lemper
Bread and Cheese Club
Fellowship of Australian Writers
Sydney
Jimiyworobak Club
Adelaid
Queensland Authors and Artists’ Association
Queensland
Stral
Hove