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Newspaper
Footscray Chronicle
Location
Footscray, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1916
Page
2
A dense 1910s Williamstown page lists church services across denominations with times and sermon topics, plus holiday harvest festival notices, Sunday school details, and parish choir offerings. It also includes school notices, local ads for tutors, music teachers, and a funeral thank-you note.
The council approved continuing Hoonen Street construction with costs to be debited to the Special Improvement Fund. Friction over a street intersection sighting nuisance and sanitation prompted a directive for a larger soluble arrangement. The meeting also covered visa film showings at Acrosa Australia and football club schedule changes.
Chief Petty Officer George Cann a long serving naval officer dies at 62 after illness. He served 47 years in Imperial and Commonwealth fleets, commanded the torpedo boat Countess of Hopetoun, and was laid to rest with naval honors at the local necropolis. His wife and daughter survive him.
A Sunday gathering at the Picture Theatre in Williamstown drew large crowds for a recruiting meeting presided by Mayor Dr. Byrne. Senator Pearce praised turnout, urged enlistment, and highlighted Australia’s effort in Gallipoli and the broader war. A.P. Pearce, MLC, Fielding and Townsend spoke, urging young men to join the front.
A Town meeting over thistle control features Dr Hampshire urging 2100 spending to destroy thistles while the Progress Association discusses ratepayer duties under the Thistle act. Dr Hick and others push for timely action and clearer inspector instructions as notices are readied.
Metropolitan Board letters to the council dispute a water rate for government reserves. Dr Hick says a flat 3d per thousand gallons applies, while Dr Liston argues no power to charge. The mayor moves referral to a committee as others protest the covenant. The town clerk notes 9d per thousand gallons applies to municipal reserves? and government reserves are not chargeable. A termination notice is planned.
The Newport Workshops dismissals affect many married men with large families while unmarried men of military age face easier relief. Commissioners could consider five day work weeks to absorb supernumerary married staff and reduce harsh disposals amid the emergency.
A group in Williamstown Newport and Spotswood forms the Anzac Club to assist soldiers and relatives. A public meeting is set for February 6 in Temperance Hall to explain aims. Members note the club is not connected with Red Cross or other patriot groups and funds from donations are listed.
The Williamstown council discusses street alignment at Napier Hotel, plans for Newport power rail electrification, and a rejected crossing at Hope Street. It approves signing an electric light expenditure document, notes MPs’ expenses at Orbost opening, and endorses a 5d daily wage rise for municipal workers.
A letter from the secretary of the local recruiting committee asks if the council will cover campaign expenses. Dr Bleck suggests payments be approved on ward signatures while sectional committees advise. Dr Hampshire proposes a 1509 limit and some urge specific guidance. 29 may cover one month of costs.
In Williamstown a first aid class held on January 19 praised Dr Lord for his lecture with thanks from the nursing and first aid society. Newport participants Lonter Graham won top marks with 95 percent, Behel Williams second with 9 8 percent, and eight candidates passed with credit. A silver mug was presented to the Doctor by the secretary Mrs Williams as appreciation for his efforts in visiting from Yarraville despite inconveniences. A senior division has formed inviting eligible ladies to join.
Town Surveyor Mr. 7. H Fraser obtained 12 months leave of absence to enlist and proceed on active service. Dr. Liston proposed referring the request to the finance committee to settle any salary difference with Defence authorities. Cr Hick supported ensuring municipal matters were settled before departure. motion passed unanimously.
J Williams of 35 Melbourne Road received a Christmas billy donation acknowledgment from Corporal A E Golder of the 1st Australian Brigade, formerly Avoss Victoria, now in Egypt. The postcard shows Donnellys Weir Healesville and notes the sender wounded twice, eager to rejoin his battalion, and thanks the donor for the Christmas billy.
A Girgus incident at St Leon's circus on Tuesday night drew 1600 spectators with 500 on raised seats when ground became spongy after heavy rain. Police and volunteers cleared chaos while an embalance brigade provided first aid. J Ossloren, a known footballer, sustained a leg injury and was rushed to hospital.
An attractive program includes The Mystery of Room 35 four reel drama and Twenty Thousand Cer nn Prisoners in a War special. Comedy and vaudeville feature Paul Stanhope’s Grafters' Revue with Miss Fritzee De Gur and Les Bates. Monday adds new pictures including The Lonesome Heart and The Test of Courage, plus Across Australia on the Track of Burke and Wis. The Desert Honeymoon and other three act Lubin dramas also shown.
The event to sell buttons on Friday 26th Inet supports the Red Cross and funds for sick and incapacitated soldiers. Medallions depict heroin martyr Edith Covell with the phrase Our Day Nation and Honor. Mayor Miss Byres oversees arrangements amid police support. Paul Stanhope performs at Willisme town Theatre tonight.
A readably garbled report describes a Wedneday night Thistle Society event with Emba Ennounted, a Dane Shean Teint, and Miss Mies Msrforth Brom Hibbing among performers. Highlights include a tribute to front-line soldiers, a Ronnie Ts segment, and songs by Jessie Bunting and Mr ng with dances orchestrated by Bro. Howell.
In Newport and Williamstown residents organize fund drives for Red Cross relief. Collectors list copper and clothing donations, with totals and distributing addresses. A letter from the Victoria Raion secretary discusses coordinating efforts and avoiding duplication while supporting Wiltshire wartime aid.
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