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Newspaper
Footscray Chronicle
Location
Footscray, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 15, 1916
Page
2
A scrambled notice listing church services and ministers at Christ Churches. It notes private services and special sermons by Rev W Wykes Rev D Daley and others. A Misses shop advertises removal to Hannanan Street North Willmetarn offering surgical and medical care supervised by the Board of Health.
The Chronicle notes Dr Knowles seeks to have private streets in Victoria Ward taken over and gazetted by the Council, a move critics say clashes with the amended Local Government Act of 1924. It urges caution, urging the Council to publish a clear policy on street construction and to respect legal limits while balancing ratepayer costs and land speculation concerns. The piece calls for firm action to stop one sided interpretations and to ensure only lawful, necessary street developments are pursued.
Dr Woods opened Tuesday night’s public works meeting urging immediate action on Nelson place dust complaints from local business people. Debate covered water cart use, sweep frequency, staffing, and early morning cleaning. motion to act was carried.
The Arbitration Court award was 1/9 per hour with potential 3d. rate for special cargo, bringing pay to 2/ per hour. Workers claim 4/- for Saturday and 3/- overtime. About 400 men gathered by the pier on Monday morning to press talks while stock figures showed 228000 bags on trucks and 600000 bags in reserve over Tuesday and Wednesday.
Newport and District Progress Association met at Newport Baptist Schoolroom with Dr. E Bliss in the chair. Secretary C Bishop reported 24 meetings and 40 members. the group backed the mayor and won ward seats. Officers were elected led by Dr. Bliss. financials showed £10 4s 10d assets. A memorial for W Pergoson and a concert at Empress Pavilion were noted along with library acquisitions.
A large gathering led by Mayor Dr. Byrne resolved to unify the Red Cross efforts in Williamstown. The meeting praised Miss E B Musther’s treasurership, appointed a seven member committee to draft a constitution, and set a plan aligning local courses with a broader Melbourne parent society. The event followed disputes over meeting times and representation rules, and paid tribute to Mrs Grammlene, wife of naval architect A L Greenlers, who died at 24.
A chain of correspondence outlines tensions between pharmacists, the Pharmacy Board, and dispensary committees. Speakers claim improprieties, defend reforms, and accuse others of manipulating oversight while calling for clearer representation and lawful staffing.
A letter from a Red Cross worker criticizes Newport and Spotswood collectors, the secretary Mrs E Musther, and others for actions around copper collections, resignations, and internal disputes. The writer defends Musther, questions leadership, and recounts meetings, duties, and alleged missteps while claiming ongoing, straightforward service.
The Town court met Thursday with Justice Vo Tanner presiding. Andy McDonald was fined for driving a bicycle without a light. Ruby Elizabeth Flett faced a maintenance order against her husband Jes Flett for support, with details of weekly contributions and child support. The case involved living arrangements and several local residents appeared in court. Finances and penalties ranged from 0 to 7 shillings on multiple counts.
Three youths named Arth Boy Tom Leamen and Jas Connells faced charges on Thursday before 5 Timer PAL for unlawfully playing a game on January 3 under section 7 of the Act. Prosecution by Sabinepe Westcott. Constable Whitewar and Gleess observed the group with cards in gardens around 1:25. Notes and signatures were taken, and the case proceeded with testimony from Barry’s father and Seaman gate. The PAL court deemed the offense serious. one youth had prior court appearances and was fined 25 with imprisonment. others were discharged or given recommendations and 200 shillings for behavior over 12 months. The inspector indicated the case would be dealt with accordingly.
The manager announces a weekly cinema schedule at Foyle's Pavilion featuring Williamstown films including Stinker, The Ace of Clubs, The Curse of, and The Troyales, with Thursday through Sunday shows and Monday/Tuesday/Sunday adjustments. The program highlights World films, detective stories like The Ivory Sold Bos, and a woman-centric feature Woman Who Stared at Hone. Additional attractions include Australia Gazette notices and a variety of comedy and drama reels.
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