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Newspaper
Moorabbin News
Location
Moorabbin, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1916
Page
1
A fragmented OCR line mentions a printer and a location in the state, referencing a publication by a nominal press house. The readable bits hint at names and places but lack clear actions or dates to form a full news item.
Obituary announces the death of Colton resident Hs Rolly Hlon and lists surviving family. It requests attendance at the funeral service held at the Chaltenham veterinary and cemetery, with services described and the date and time provided.
The Cheltenham branch of the Utility Poultry Society of Victoria held its second monthly meeting at Glen Eira on Wednesday, with strong attendance. President J. C. Mickel Woollough and delegate W. A. Sheeville spoke on breeders’ register and central utilities. Plans for the Obentiam Gravel event and the Cuutteld Timber School were discussed, with a motion for a £25 increase on next year’s estimates passing. Dr A Kalgin (Oakeigh) advocates the Malvern Council approach, stirring local support.
Cheltenham report covers police matters, street name debates, new housing plans, recent recitals and concerts by White Ribbon Band, and a portrait exhibition. It notes municipal street naming confusion, a proposed name Orange Street, and plans for two or three dwellings in Patrick street area. The piece mentions local residents Mrs Anderson, Mc Clayton, Dalgatty road, and Mr GB Jowall taking possession of Sandringham.
The article details Montovo events including a dance, band, and skating rink gathering to raise funds for St Patrick's building. It notes brass band performances, honored guests Captain King and J A Boyd, and a train parade. Activities featured a euchre party, a concert at Hacren Won Hall, and a revived minstrel group. Local church figures, pastors, and volunteers are mentioned along with a memorial to C E Bousa and a funeral notice.
A chaotic report from Mordialloc notes a new sitar display and decorative rites at St Berard’s Cheah altar. Volunteers from the district were praised, with Mrs C Johnstone active in local movement work and funds showing a credit of £12 11s 9d toward the fifth batch. A Meotanion Testinity youth fancy dress dance drew unusual attire and wider attendance. Misa Hodgeon, a lub member, received a token from Me Out Sandwell. Proceedings featured conviviality but notes of disorder and late hours. A gathering at the Moshavioa Institute welcomed Rev. Sins and Mrs Bhun amid broader community cheer.
At the Qualfield City Onmail meeting the mayor moved to adjourn briefly. A plan for combined memorial salutes to the Town Hall on June 26 was set, with details held by the Town Clerk and Mayor. A nearby church service featured a notable memorial address, while the ANA fortnightly meeting noted a credit balance of £798 4s 7d. A five minute impromptu speech trophy, donated by the chairman, was won by J A Morrison amid praise for community spirit and restraint.
The report lists partial scores from snooker games including Clemontacn, Montono, Harrison, Hall, Ohrinman, and Bontke with various margins such as 29 4 and 45, noting only two more frames remain before the final. The text is garbled but indicates ongoing play and upcoming finish.
Chelsea hosts an In Memoriam service for Inte Har Kitahonow at Public Hall tomorrow at 4:30 with clergy from multiple denominations. Congregational Church holds memorial and sermon titled Paening Uornne for those who have fallen, led by Kay W. Pome. Foreign Mission Sunday observed at Congregational Church with Revd Pearse and Mrs G J Williams preaching, and missions collections generously supported after visits to New Guinea and the South Seas.
An interment service for Boel Kitchenaria will be held at Public Hall Chelsin tomorrow at 3 30 p m with officiating clergy from all denominations. The promoting of the www regrese Angociaton will take place tonight in the Methodint Hall with My W S Keanl MLA Cry Groves Qoleuso and Wilson signifying intention to be present as representatives of sister associations
A monoriam service for the late Lord Kitebouara will be held at the Public Hall in Chelidy tomorrow at 3.40 pm. Clergy from all Aovaminations are invited to take part in the service.
An event at Shira Hall on Saturday features Angie Mary with proceeds to patriotic causes. The Moorabbina Abhott Patvintia Leavuo organized the hall affair, and local reports hint at broader community support and engagement.
A series of ads announce sales on Wednesday at William Street Brighton and on the 28th at Carvel Road Clarinda and other locations including Centre Mead Bentleigh and Nopeai Road Highett. J Gilpin leads a downing sale while Coghill and Haughton deny a sale at Mentvo. Dave White offers allotments villas at Mordialles. All part of the late Dr Tob Macartney estate with multiple properties and assets. A separate notice promotes ANZAC Hall entertainment and a patriotic fundraising event at Cheltenham Hall on Saturday July 3 with Mulholland artists.
The official opening catalogue will take place on Saturday the 17th at 3 p.m. Public are cordially invited. Includes various pricing for meats and groceries with freight paid to Polophone and other items listed.
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