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Newspaper

Footscray Chronicle

Location

Footscray, Victoria, Australia

Date

Mar 09, 1918

Page

2

March quarter meetings of North Yarra Bistrot lodge

The Ghyonicle reports the March quarterly gathering of the North Yarra Bistrot at the Mechanical Institute under Bro. W. Roberts and Fro. W. M. Pickett. Delegates discussed unity against a British Medical Association threat, planning actions with patience and loyalty. A Newport meeting and Inter national Bible Student Association events were noted, plus a moving picture night and a property advertised as going concern sale on a Saturday.

North Yarra M.ulo Lintle River Grand Saster Bro. W. Roberts W. M. Pickett Dinusigo B.M.A Tha Mart Newport Tam Willismetone International Bible Studente’ Assoviation Joete Frea Marchy Williamstown

Local council grants three year Naval Depot hall permit

A Nelson area council discussion approves a three year permit for a Naval Depot hall at Nok ron place to serve officers and men, with debate over previous shorter terms and precedent concerns. The Salvation Army Newport station seeks a five year right but is opposed. the vote favors approving three years.

M.C.A Naval Salvation Army Newport Cr. Fincott Cr. Nesl Nelson Place Henferson Cr. Whitwam Dennis Jones Byrne Cartain Wyndhamshire Williamstown T. Finch Mia Finch Wyndham Council

New Municipal Chambers Tender Accepted in Williamstown

The council accepted contractor R. Phillipa of Murrumbeena for the Ferguson Street municipal offices at £6757, to be completed in five months. Architect J. Plattel said the sum is within estimate and the project includes clerks of works by Mr Flottel. The old Thomsons Street premises, nearly 70 years old, will be replaced as Williamstown expands.

Contrantor R Phillipa Murrumbeena Oaw Fargusonstrest J. Plattel North State School Flottel Comrei Thomson Street Williamstown Williamatown Call Read

Scottish Thistle Society Holds Evening of Song and Dance

The Scottish Thistle Society met at the Medianics' Institute on Wednesday with strong attendance. President W Paterson opened the programme as Mr G B Hay led with Highland dance pieces. Various members performed songs and duets with several numbers encored, followed by a bagpipe selection by Mr J A Center and the customary dance.

Medianics' Institute Bro W. Paterson Hay Bro. Davey Tatewell Gatheriog Miss Bell Craven Scatlend Blanch Dorgan Tiana B. Craven Bro. W. Davey Allen Water James Davey Gallipoli Ken Sileen J. A. Center

Red Cross Society Williamstown Clothing Fund Donations

Listing of donations to Red Cross Society Williamstown Clothing Fund and Newport Copper Collections from various individuals and employees, with amounts in pounds shillings pence. Includes mentions of Hell's Brooklyn Bell's Wil Hamstown Shipbuilding Yards and a special Australian Red Cross appeal.

Williamstown Miss Stone Hindson Miss Orton Miss Linkinter Rs. Findlay Messrs. Dreyfus & Co Donathan Creek Alles Young Jenkins Buckle Mrs. Richardson Mrs. Teffrars House Tor Misses Ward Power Miss Fredman Miss Silke Miss Breaks Miss Ball Miss Power Miss Bremner Miss Webster Miss Keig Hezelgrove Australan Red Cross Evan Pulor Plegsant Fidatre Tongs Golgerion Council Igpaal

Metropolis Board of Works Seat Fought Amid Tense Debate

During the mayoral succession bid on the Metropolitan Board of Works, Dr Liston was chosen amid opposition. Dr Nesl backed Dr Linton, while Dr Henderson and Dr Whitwam clashed over the retiring mayor's candidacy, with accusations of past coercion and long-standing rivalries shaping the session.

Metropolitan Board of Works Liston Retinee Nesl Linton Henderson Jones Whitwam Dr. Treganowan Dr. Hick Dr Hick Melbourne Dr. Traganowan Dr. Byrne Cr. Byrne Dr. Liston Treganowan Dennis Aus

Citizens' Carnival Progress Report Signals Big Parade

Citizens' Carnival committees meet to review progress and plan a parade. Police efforts aim to surpass past events with a grand march featuring bands from the Police Band St Vincent de Pauls Orphanage Irish Floats Naval Forces Band and Scottish Ladies Pipers Band Port Melbourne. Chief marshal D Kendall and sub marshals G Salves and Tuble cling named.

Citizens’ Carnival Conatablea Gleeson Miles Simpson McAuliffe St. Vincent de Paul's Orphanice Irich Naval Forces Scottish Ladies Pipers Port Melbourne D. Kendall Messrs G. Salves Tuble

U F S Dispensary Changes Discussed by President Meehan

President Meehan reports to the AVNLA branch on recent actions by the ULES Dispensary board to convert the dispensary into a medical institute. Amendments increase annual costs for members and reduce operating hours, with staff reductions cited at nearby dispensaries and calls for a detailed report on member numbers per dispensary.

Meehan J. Meehan ULES AVNLA Walerates Uvanimoguly Tuckey Bronewick Cleshan Haing Livingstone Wilamstown Newport Building Fund Prahran Footscray Here Stony Creek Melbourne FL J Ogden Tsung Mem Berg

Debate Over Filling State Service Posts at Tucedius Meeting

At the Tucedius council session the Mayor Dr Knowles moved to fill all state service roles by suggestion and urge verification through Parliament and local councils. The motion faced opposition for being political and concerns about importing foreign experts and railway commissioners. Amendments shifted focus to separate issues including reinstating a promised £200,000 and criticizing railway policies impacting Williamstown.

Gr. Travor Jones A.N.A Blats Australia D. Livingstone Jones Harbor Trust ANA Tucedius Knowles Victoria Nover Dr. Henderson Tregenowan Dr Henderson Vila Whitwam Treganowant Byrne Earliea Liston Peacock Williamstown Pincot Hail Aoyee Cra Bliss Noest Cre Treganowan Listen Dennis Benderson Meal Pincatt Byrnes

Great Carnival Cup Gallopers Attract Long Track Attendance

Large crowds gathered on the track to witness the Carnival Cup gallops amid hazy weather. Tow Fitch's Asphalt and Tar Pot appeared early. Ball's Boxwood sprinted. Harry of Ol Company cantered. Tunnel by Under the Yarra-Talk Never Come disappointed as it walked. Trevor's Steam Ferry moved slowly. McGregor's Railway Pier did gentle exercise. Nugget and Up showed pace before pulling up trailed lame. Carlow stable entries and many stables, including Gray's and Melbourne Steamship Co., prepared for the carnival with hopes of records. Rose from Dr Henderson’s yard may feature as the event nears.

Fitch Ball Boxwood Harry Stokes Payne Stonecrusher Yarra Hapover Harry Nail Bar Coele Trevor J. Dennis McGregor Spalls Mcallister Carlton Brewery Funnall Suller Fik Geo Parry Scotty Mitchell Carwellitin Monty Ligud Pat Kane Quesnscliff Sam Lowns Gray's Melbourne Steamship Co O'Steran Gubbins Butler Carmody Hick Cunningham Stafford Hottla Dr. Henderson

Miniature Rifle Range Weekly Competition

Weekly pool at the miniature rifle range ends March 3 with a 6 prize event. Competitors include Rounds, Bounds, Pawel, Lawley, Maaleakey, dGarlek, Slea, J. Drosen, T. Reasedy, and Durr. Prizes are good medals. standings and nominations by Slat Marah announced. shooting every Thursday night at eight.

Bounds Pawel Lawley Maaleakey dGarlek Slea J. Drosen T. Reasedy Durr Tobe Ebot Prigesé Slat Marah el A. Ight

Anzac Club Debate on Authority and Civic Involvement

Letters to The Uhrax discuss Morgan's role with the Anzac Club and mayoral authority. CHAS KNOWLES defends neutral club work and urges impartial support for community events. A second letter from CHS Permissen ponders state war council ties and club leadership.

W. D. Morgan Anzac Club Pawiusy Migcell Morgan Ria Esuriell Council Euia State War Council Tours

Anzac Carnival Postponed By Heavy Weather

Reported postponement of the Anzac carnival due to persistent rain and poor conditions. The event was rescheduled after the AGM failed to finalize arrangements, with early notices indicating riders, displays, and aquatic activities affected by wet weather.

Bates Naval Dyson K. G. Muster

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