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Newspaper
Prahran Chronicle
Location
Prahran, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1917
Page
5
The municipal elections drew interest across neighborhoods with lively campaigns. Voters supported multiple candidates as cars and pedestrians moved between polling booths amid high turnout and street activity.
Cr Pickford narrowly claims victory with 305 votes while Cr JC Parkloid and Sergeant Sir Morey are named contenders. Returning officer Dr Woodull commends the fair conduct as crowd cheers the new mayor elect.
Ce Naylor announced in South Yarra Ward that Matthews was elected unopposed, succeeding Nicolson. Matthews thanked the audience, expressed gratitude, and hoped to serve without contest, aiming to follow Nicolson’s respected record. A. Ebling and W S McIntyre were noted as unopposed candidates for other wards.
In the South ward De Burnatt Gray did not seek re election leaving the vacancy to Edgar B Oluree and Ralph Mitchell. The former is well known for his baseball activities and friends are confident in his selection amid local ward dynamics.
Fragmented OCR notes show names such as Clarke, Mitchell, and O Donal discussing ward politics. Promises include heat services for Drogtew and city initiatives. Partial remarks from Mitchell and Kildally hint at governance priorities and candidate positioning.
The report notes Cr Pickford's majority in Prubrab as 305 and Cr Diente of St. Kilda as 906 paie vaie more, indicating comparative vote standings in nearby constituencies.
The Prahran and District Scottish Society held its 18th annual meeting at ANA Hall High Street. President H G Macdonald chaired. officers for 1917 18 were elected and praised for charitable and patriotic work including Pipe Band contributions. a concert and supper followed with performances by J Stewart C Longstott and others.
In Malvern three retiring councillors stood for re election and were returned unopposed. South Ward Cr A McKinney Centre Ward Co L W Boles East Ward Cr H L Witts North Ward Cr W R Thomson did not seek re election, and Mir K Henderson was also unopposed.
The branery met on Wednesday evening with the President in the chair. A member of the Sectors attended, and a discussion in a tuned table discussion format centered on The Imperial Rejstings with Dominions. The talk proved interesting and sparked debate, and a hearty vote of thanks was given to Ditestor Moir for his response.
Arene reeza reports for examination of police ranks with officers passing from constable to officer and sub officer. Rice and Cook gain merit or credit, Thornton of East St Kilda and Crimmies of Balinaet Bas achieve officer status. Calling of Windsor and Sage of Hawthorn join the group for sub officer, with McPhee South Yarra and Thampson Mentone also noted.
From September, Prahran Court will adjust sittings. Mr E Noiley Moors PM and Mr Alex McKioaga P.M. will preside on alternate Thursdays as acting bench. honorary Justices stand in for absent Mr Stooe.
Mr Alex Mattingam is slated as chair of Prahran Thursday's Bench in the absence of the Police Magistrate. He will oversee Monday morning business as Justice of the Peace. Me McKinnon had chaired Monday's Bench for several years.
At a Praheam City Council meeting on Monday evening Yast 3 a request from Orbost Shire Council urged joint action to promote compulsory service abroad. Dr Willis argued no action be taken, while Cr Nicolo supported the motion, which passed despite absence. The mayor announced signatures from a prior meeting could not be read as the records were impounded by His Majesty's Courts.
At a Prahran council meeting on Monday a protest against high living costs was discussed. H F Smith spoke for the local branch requesting use of Town Hall around the 30th for a public meeting with speakers. Dr Woodfull supported the motion. the commission’s findings must come first.
A local meeting on Ghapal Street near Town Hall discussed recruiting efforts led by Mayor De Heas ay Bervstiog and W. A. Murcia as chairman. Sergeants Marshall Reid-Charlee M. Read Stores OK Jam Factory Empris Theater reported a very successful Friday night event with addresses given and several men offering to join.
Sunday tram fare recommendations from the Prahran and Malvern Tramways Trust were discussed at Monday council meeting. The committee proposed amended orders to raise Sunday fees and address overlapping security while outlining steps to rescind previous provisions. The council adopted the committee’s recommendations.
Prahran Council weighs a letter from the Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League urging immediate use of the planting season to employ returned soldiers. The appeal, endorsed by league officers, calls for 350 acres of reserves to be planted and trees to bear memorial medallions. The notice asks the council and parks committee to issue instructions promptly to avoid wasting the opportunity and to inspire neighboring municipalities.
Prahran council reports end of period figures for rates, arrears, and total receipts. The fortnightly statement shows rate revenue, collections, arrears, and interest up to August 9 1917, with final figures totaling just over one thousand pounds and accounts passed for payment.
Prahran Council reported on Monday evening that shallowing applications for registration under the Factories and Shops Act have been approved. Premises listed include Franklin Alice and Hal motor works at 835 High Street with 12 employees. Seysen J.T. and Seysen dyers at 389 Chapel Street with 6 employees. Heidmann shortbread at 449 High Street with 8 employees. Mina O’Brien dresses at 184 Toorak Road with 10 employees. Young Chinese laundry at Toorak Road with 2 employees.
The retiring Mayor of Prahran Dr H A Bobling has accepted the office for a further twelve months. The installation ceremony is set for Monday morning.
A garbled, partial snippet shows a playful exchange about meals and a delivery promise. Names and clear context are unreadable, but the tone hints at a casual offer of properly served meals and a light banter about status or service.
An early advert claims Winslow's Boothing Sprap for Children soothes teething gums calms palpitations and cures wind colic. It promises a best remedy for diarrhea and speaks in a dated voice with references to two sober husbands and a response about easing pain.
The Melbourne Council, at the request of Footscray, plans a conference of municipalities on the 18 Victoria Memoria to discuss increasing contributions toward hospice upkeep. Dr Flintoll moves, Cr Nicelson seconds, and Cr Wood toll and Abraham are appointed delegates for Prabran.
Tandars accepted by Peabran council after bids from Baodleaysous L B Simpson worth 207 pounds Willis Bron 168 pounds 18 shillings and Larcook seats Wits Bron C307 Ms. The vote confirms the selection of these contractors for the private street project with specified sums.
A fragmentary dialogue shows Bert, a four year old, puzzled by why his sister asks questions while joking about arches on his fingers. A bricklayer and O'Murphy exchange in muffled speech as work resumes after the bell.
August session before Messrs Saugean and colleagues lists fines for breaches of railway travelling rules. Charles Edwards Moses Lebrun George Le Feyne Annie Percy and others fined with costs. Maintenance claim noted for a defendant charged with supporting three children. bench orders payment to support each child.
A fragmentary report recounts Ci Nwolstia's remarks on Mr. John Hamnants and a chair, noting the Major and Masuress managed affairs aboard with commendation. Dr. Nicolson is praised for progressive work and earning attention, while various names appear in a muddled civic scene.
Fragmentary text from a local council item mentions Monday evening events and Kay's Compound but lacks coherent facts or identifiable entities to summarize a concrete news item.
The Malvern council meets August 2 1947 with Mayor Wilks and several councillors. The session covers infectious diseases hospital space staffing and public health planning alongside tree planting economy initiatives and community notices, including road work and sanitary matters.
Fragmentary text cites Roge Thomson Sr and Mayor Wilks with references to a committee, votes, and public opinions. Mentions names like Malve tti, Wolter syed hare, and other scattered entities, but specifics are unreadable due to garbled OCR.
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