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Newspaper
Moorabbin News
Location
Moorabbin, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1916
Page
1
Aspendale area records a mixed postwar church and community update. The Presbyterian church and local groups report meetings, fund drives, rifle club setup, Red Cross appeals, and upcoming auctions and social events with details on participants, venues, and timings. Key organizers include J Rogers, Mrs Rogers, and Captain H B Wolkey, with notable mentions of the Red Cross, Rifle Club, and local civic actions.
A local fundraiser held at Walla Road Hall supported the Advcation Department War Fund with a total of £32 raised. The program featured a Mines Party style entertainment and performances by local artists and a moving memorial service for the late Field Marshall Sned Kilthoney.
A Malvern council deputation urged support for funding a new Echutest Schoola Caule project. Mayor Dr Weller pledged to review the matter, with a decision to be communicated to secretary Jonea. Nearby, Dr Keowuteld notes he will not seek re election at term end, and Mr Mo Kiivick of Moorabbin announces candidacy for the vacant seat.
Cheltenham notes a community celebration for the 49th anniversary with local leaders and musicians, including Melbourne soprano Milas Banaio Moruli and contralto Mico Kille. It highlights fundraising for the YMCA and a social at Cheltenham hall with speakers John Aveidio and Hunting, plus young men enlisting for service.
Mrs Fy Dowson widow of James Dowson dies at Qoowy on Sunday morning, aged 80, long the town's elder resident. Funeral held at the Ubert pila Gomory with many mourners. The sale of village allotments at Mordialloc attracted brisk bidding, totaling about 400, aiding the Red Dress charity.
The fragment mentions ongoing business conduct continued by a person and a named individual Hovey, noting efforts to validate patronage and support while referencing shooting a sporadic event. Details are fragmentary and lack clear context or dates.
The Edithvale Progress Association held its inaugural meeting at Mothoriot Hall on a night with heavy rain. About 100 attendees discussed support from politicians and officials, railway and water supply plans, and local efforts to improve the district from Mordistley to the Naval Bow, with calls for unity and action.
An emigre style notice reports requests for funds and support tied to a dispute over annual endowments in Moorabbin area heading towards Maina street and Mordiallao with local authorities urged to provide relief and direction.
A garbled but vivid account shows the council facing a push to illuminate the town with electric lights. Debates touch on safety, cost, and feasibility as residents call for clear, brighter streets and reliable night visibility amid conflicting voices and stalled plans.
Glenhuntly and Ormond progress association hosted a ward representative meeting in Carnisld with large attendance. Mr DP Ruswell chaired, a fall report pending, and TA.C. BS District Grand President Brother Q'Goutier delivered an address on society work. Treasurer’s cheque to Spellman recognized members, Father Orvalta thanked, officers installed for the new period.
The Cheltenham Police Court proceedings describe multiple fines for wandering cattle, driving violations, and vaccination issues. Names such as W. Cavit, A. Dobnon, H. McKenna, W. Kounolly, and J Ploming appear among those charged, with totals including 24 shillings and various costs. The report notes verdicts for Bolton, Butter, and other defendants, detailing penalties and non vaccination matters tied to constables McMann and Croskett.
Meat prices listed include mutton sides and rounds with various weights and prices. Advert shows items such as beef cornmeal and hog products with early pricing terms, emphasizing cheap meat and special hoarding offers.
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