21 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Moorabbin News
Location
Moorabbin, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1918
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a fatal harm event with unclear names and places. The text references a weapon or injury, a possible investigation, and multiple scrambled phrases suggesting a court or official response. Details remain unreadable.
A wartime meditation on the Allied nations bonds and sacrifices. It emphasizes unity among Britain Canada Australia New York and others, praising soldiers who died for liberty and urging readiness for responsibility. The author invokes Christmas amid destruction and calls for peace on earth and goodwill.
Representatives from the focal district of the A P waited upon Moorwbbth council last Monday to petition for public action. The meeting discussed proposals, jurisdiction questions, and the potential use of local resources, with several figures voicing concerns about zoning and eligibility. The session concluded amid continued debate and calls for further study by the Mentone community.
Aspendale residents attended a council gathering at the racecourse to set boundaries for children within the shire. Aldermen and visiting guests from Vandenvog Spring Vale and Noble Park watched a large turnout of about 2600 children with parents and relatives. A charity tea helped, with 4000 total attendees estimated, and hot weather limited sporting activities. The event commemorated the end of the war and provided entertainment for youths from Curran Chobex and Mordiados Novily schools amidst a busy, festive atmosphere.
The Prograss Association held a Saturday night meeting with President V. Gy Darfoul presiding and strong public tenor attendance. A postal department dispute over a ticket removal caused concern, with Clarke promising a future report and discussions on a new building plan amid varied debates.
A fragmented report records a meeting for Chyiuting Day at the Congregation St Chavel at 4 30 pm with attendees including local workers and Red Cross members. A social evening followed with music and elocution, hosted by Miss N Dotmington and Mr B Smith, featuring solos and group songs.
Holiday notice states no issue of The News will be published on Saturday December 28. The customary calendar for the ensuing year is published with this notice. Agents advertisers and subscribers are asked to act accordingly.
A lively Saturday night public appearance featured a program titled Dame Burden with Jolly Boys and Aunt Jominws Visit. Music by Miss Hill and others drew praise. attendees thanked Mrs. Smith and the volunteers for their efforts.
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