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Newspaper

Prahran Chronicle

Location

Prahran, Victoria, Australia

Date

Dec 01, 1917

Page

5

Prahran Council Votes to Shift Meetings to Afternoons

Prahran Council votes to hold ordinary meetings in the afternoon on alternate Mondays to 8 o clock evening sessions. Debate centers on convenience for ratepayers and councillors, with some arguing for quicker business and cost savings, others fearing attendance issues for those with day jobs. The motion passes with seven in favor and three against.

AL Rattan G. N. Heyward Heyward Sid Bonshaved Ise Manter Melbourne Geelag Geelong Abraham Marion Lie Gina Yakse Averace Progress League Paca Telit Laugtucer Gaa Woodfall Abroga Ce Meliwrick Ce Abraham Naylor South Yerta Cr Mintaft Matthews Pickford Heyward Nagioe Woodfull

Land Conc found Teste Mark of Kay's Compound

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a land case or property dispute involving a compound named Kay's and a reference to take and defend levee protection. The garbled text mentions irritation and potential civil action, but lacks recoverable dates or clear parties.

Kay

New Buildings in Prahran Ward Values Decline in Year

A report notes new brick buildings in Prahran during the year totaled 71384 pounds, excluding gas works and minor works. The previous year saw 46109 bricks valued at 84355 pounds. Ward by ward figures begin with Toorsk and Windsor.

Rehuen Cemie Prahras Dirrent Toorsk Windeor

Prahran Council Approves Factory Regimentation Application

The health committee of Prahran Council reported on Monday evening that the Beefine Food Company at 20 Airlie Avenue with 10 employees had regulation approval under the Factories and Shops Act.

Prahran Council Aad Shas Act Sremines Beefine Food Company Airlie Avene

Clisnta for Landing Library Debate on Borrowing Privilege

The Prahran Council debated a committee recommendation allowing Alfrea Hospital and related institutions just outside the municipal boundary to borrow books from the Landing Library. Pickford noted the institutions’ eligibility and the recommendation was adopted.

Prahran Alfrea Hospital Pickford Mers Pratyran

Brisbane Mayor Visits Prahran in Courtesy Show

The Brisbane mayor Mr G W Hetherington visited Prahran where he was formally received by the Prahran Council. In a letter to Prahran Mayor and council, he expressed high appreciation for the courtesy shown and extended hopes for a future reciprocal visit and closer ties between the two cities.

Hisbane G. W. Hetherington Prahran Prahran Counsil Brisbane Ypon Mae Mani

Bodycomb Honored By Queenstown Community Event

Mr G E Bodycomb of Bt Kilda receives high praise and gifts at a farewell function in Queenstown. The ex-Chas Prince and Co. agent and ANA founder is lauded for public spirit, cooperation, and service to land and property matters. A cheque and gold pendant were presented, with an illuminated address and heartfelt tributes from local citizens and organizations.

Kilda House and Land Agency G. E. Bodycomb Chas Prince and Co Thames Ward Bt. Kilda Bodycomb Br Kilda Mt, Lyell M, and R, Co, Ltd Warden Lawson Thare Queenstown The ANA Oterapd An Hepaelds Meah

St Kilda Patriotic Carnival Likely to Draw Crowds

The St Kilda Patriotic Carnival supporting the Australias Comfors Fund and Red Crows Fund is planned at Guna Park from December 4 to 10. Organizers promise a succession of novelties, refreshments, and nightly carnival events with proceeds aiding war relief efforts. Local hosts include Mr W F Swanton with committee members guiding arrangements and admission set at a low price.

St. Kilda Australias Comfors’ Fund Red Crows Fund Guna Park Beveg Che Auencione Beim Citealaton

Prahran Technical Art School Certificates Awarded

The Prahran Technical Art School distributed certificates yesterday with Derriy McKiwrick, president of the School Gowecit, presenting to W. R. Deady the director and staff. Addresses followed. J T Burteaus pledged a Bowling trophy for the coming season, Ambler and Brown noted for batting and all round play. Dean thanked teachers. a vote of thanks passed.

Samuel Prahran Technical Art Derriy McKiwrick Gowecit W. R. Deady Jit. Burteaus Prairrac Mechanics’ Institute Ambler Brown Dean Lee and Curran Sma St Furneans Tig Prabran Technical Act School

Reinforcements Referendum Campaign Meetings Reported

In Malvern Town Hill and St Kilde Town Hall meetings last week leaders and speakers urged support for the Reinforcements Referendum campaign. Mayors and local officials presided with MPs and ministers presenting arguments for conscription amid broad community engagement.

Thurn Malvern Thompson W. A. Edgar Crookston HS. Hewth Greenwood O'Donnell St. Kilde George Maxwell Maple J. Hi. Hewidon Prahena Ce Embling Jensen Fowler Maxwell

Resignation at Prahran Mechanics Institute

Barletta Wiss Barletta has resigned from the position of Gibrstian at the Prahran Mechanics Institute. Miss Barilan, praised for courtesy and duties, was selected from 30 applicants to succeed her. Her father served twenty years as secretary of the Port Fairy Mediasing Institute and Free Library, shaping her early duties. Castwood recently served as librarian at Miss Tiny's Library, Swanston Street.

Prehran Mechanics' Institute Wiss Ie Port Fairy Mediasing” Institute

Poem Fragment and Patent Medicine Ad in One Page

The passage blends a fragmented verse dialog about a land and heroism with an embedded medical advertisement. It includes names like George and Ceorge and references a patent remedy promising cures, with details about sending payment and ingredients, typical of an era newspaper excerpt.

Esplanade Life Saving Club Organised at St Kilda

The Esplanade Life Saving Club of St Kilda formed by Mr A Robble after two seasons with South St Kilda Life Saving Club. Notable members include Mr W Henley and Mr C A Turner who donated trophies and equipment. A concert is planned at the Congregational Hall Barkly and Mitford streets with a meeting on December 11 at the club rooms.

A. Robble South St Kilda Yobble Royal Life Saving Society Me W. Finney B.C. Phill C. A. Turner Agec Turner D. Clillis Esplanade Life Saving Club

Memorial Service Planned by State Recruiting Committee

Tomorrow at Allred Square Esplanade List a solemn memorial service for those who fell in the service of their country has been arranged by the State Recruiting Committee. Pickatt directed the focal arrangements and the event is expected to be impressive.

Allred Square Esplanade List Chas Pickatt

Sportsman's Thousand Recruiting Rally at Esplanade St Kilda

Tomorrow evening at 83a pm the Sportsman's Thousand recruiting rally will be held at Allied Square Esplanade St Kilda. Chairman will meet R J Wheelans secretary of the committees with speakers Hon Donald Mackienon MLA director general of recruiting Lieutenant Chas Pickett recruiting officer Balaclava. Selections will be provided by the Military Band.

Sportsman's Thousand Allied Square Esplanade St. Kilda R. J. Wheelans Donald Mackienon M-L.a Chas Pickett Balaclava

Philatelic Society talks on prize stamps display plan

Mr G W Minty, secretary of the Prahran Philatelic Society, reports intentions to distribute postage data among public information officers. Authorities plan to overprint stamps found in German post offices on Australian islands. Mr Woodfull notes the stamps would be valuable in a championship exhibit,委 with the town clerk to decide arrangements.

Pratran Connell Iteling Mandey G. W. Minty Prahran Philatelic Society wWe Exhhoritiee Pax Seulons Vroto Lr Woodfull Tawa

Arma dale Tile Factory Proposal Sparks Local Debate

Local residents oppose a proposed tile factory in Arma dale near Rowesee Avon. Petitioners claim the project threatens a residential district and long established community character. They urge council to reject plans by Mr A Einsledel, citing potential nuisance and decline in area livability. Concerns focus on traffic, industrial activity near homes, and impact on neighborhood safety and culture.

Prahran Council Estimates and Debates on Rates

The Prahran Council met Tuesday evening to discuss draft estimates of receipts and expenditures for year AS1T-18. They debated rate reductions, debt funding, and capital works including water charges and street maintenance, with amendments proposed to shift funding among Alexandre Avenue, park works, and new planting projects.

Prahran Pepairs Ltd Tata Sears Rhaieman Howe Hash Leon Wekford BMW Anattoren Ivanner Heyford Rae Mtelwelck Oh. Gunn Flint Tom Chirk Geyfilam Sis Nagle Woodtutt Mekford TNE Alexandre Avenue Mulvars Road Wuarier Nui North We Willis Moyesl Cartiad Groivy Ortong Parks Gh de Woodrull Wickford

Local council mulls budgets and road works in unclear draft

Motion on crd funding passed amid debate over park maintenance and road projects. Items show £600 for second-blocking, £1H 800 for loans, £600 for Keeview salaries, and plans for a 1/8 rate to the pound. Mayor praises Town Clerk for presenting the estimate. Clerk asserts he carries on with police support.

Lin Rouil Amaubis Fundy Tanplayen Eaou Prabrin Teshniesl Yaniva Ho Romaine

Fragmented account of a local political meeting

A messy report describes a Tuesday evening gathering with numerous named attendees and supporters. The piece notes remarks by candidates and party figures, a ceremonial Merit Certificate, and a political address with varied reactions from the audience.

The Veahran Coil Case At Mundas Court

Court proceedings involve Mabel Tucker and Herbert Wy Tusker over detained goods and a loan dispute. Judge orders delivery of property to Tucker within 24 hours or payment of value plus costs. other petty cases and costs follow, with sentences and orders issued.

Mundas Meswim Bargean Missop McKinnon Miu Lavery Mabel Tucker Herbert Wy Nigeo Miri Tucker Thor. I Smith Newton Reed Gentine Mi Tucker Hartiver Min Tucker XL. Kilda Rowsu Sturthwick Idl Mitchell Harney Aerp de Metherwin H. Staffond Conta Prures Court M. Natley Moore Iowa Gourme A. Welw Mary Mulree Eames Pratt Pramtans Sarah Share Moraaley

Prague Council Chooses Manion Mayor Seat Change

The Prahan Council on the Marion SA Ce Nagler, wetdad ce MimtoG, decided chet 9 ieiter. Officials noted the new choice follows months of debate and signals a shift in local governance dynamics.

All's Reeusg Oo Moonsy Sreseng He Prahan Council Wetdad Chet 9 Ieiter

Prahran Voluntary Workers' Association Meeting and Finances

The Prahran Voluntary Workers' Association held a meeting on Monday with discussions led by Mr George Leeder, manager of the association. The session reviewed payments, salaries, and duties, including remarks on the state of funds, and noted substantial grants and allowances amid ongoing charity work and employment concerns.

Untitled OCR Letter Fragment From Unknown Publication

Fragmentary OCR text presents a garbled mix of names places and phrases. No coherent event or person stands out. The readable bits suggest a miscellaneous list or notices rather than a distinct news item.

Organ Recital and Concert at Pontyand Methewist Church

A fragmented notice describes an organ recital and concert at Pontyand Methewist Church in Thoreiay Nee Deerintwr Wh Threwtin Ned. It mentions TopALHIOTD ext and local choirs and a program featuring live organ works and selections by noted artists, with attendees urged to attend.

Thoreiay Nee Deerintwr Punt Argon Amd Choeirinaarey AG Pune Blompert Balan Wei Brat Warren Bee

Town Meeting Recount Sparks Appreciation Speech

Mayor Embling gave an appreciation of the tactical ranpast during the Monday evening town meeting. Police carried out the Beinlorement event, which yielded a few poetic passages. The scene included a remarked return from the audience and a cool reply from the mayor.

Teething Solutions Mentioned in Old Nurse Memoir

Fragmentary OCR notes describe teething remedies for children with references to soothing aids and names like Whinston and Dlabioe. The text remains unclear but points to early childhood discomfort and suggested soothing methods. It hints at a 4 week or 20 day timeframe and mentions caregivers and parents in a household setting.

Aizare Whinston

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