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Newspaper
Prahran Chronicle
Location
Prahran, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 09, 1918
Page
5
A brief record notes Symander receiving toleration for 33 years of service based on a gratuity of £200, detailing recognition of long tenure and financial award.
Mechanics Institute reelected De Fintelly Heyward and Abraham Weoitul to the parish council's representative committee for the ensuing term, reaffirming leadership at the local institute's governance.
The library committee chair De Peowird commended a produced report while Librarian Cris Gebek and others reacted with mixed sentiment. The fragment notes a ceremonial gesture toward a “Geatan” and an “excellent Wer Kod fibentian” amid unclear details.
A cryptic notice discusses a land and infrastructure issue near Moni Line with storm impacts on the eastern cap age area. It mentions a council to appoint two advisory members to attend a conference on a date to be arranged and references a regulatory committee.
The mayor said the public was pleased with Cr Welter's recovery and thanked Mrs Ashley for the sympathy during Dr Wiener’s illness. The message noted the cheerful encouragement and appreciation for the kindness shown during difficult times.
A Malvern Council meeting on Monday received thanks from Mr Ey Yearman on behalf of his family for council support after the funeral. It was suggested a photograph of the late Mr Yearman be hung in the council office with family backing. Mr Yearman had served the council for many years before his departure.
The Sivelvan and Malvern Trp snyy Tut issued the Statement of agaifie setieas for January Caymites 269 581 corresponding indy Jas Yesn 248 373 INCREASE Ha Perrenyers carried 2 349 500 cor repondins mopth last year increase 8 309 Wey 17 952 9eSi corres isch Last yea £15 320 438 increase £2 303 155 pd
The readable text mentions coughs and colds remedies, throat irritation, and an invitation card with concert tickets. It references East but unreadable street and vague products like brochures, programs, and printing works. The fragment suggests a shop or publisher offering remedies and event materials.
The Prahran and District Scottish Society held a Burns Night gathering in the N A Hall on Monday evening marking the fifteenth anniversary of Robbie Burns. Pipe-Major A Comrie led the Pi Band as Miss Minale Paton and Mrs Gore Ferguson gave musical numbers and dances. The event featured readings and songs, with honors to guests including Mr Rodg ts of Sydney NS and St. C ML Stewarte Rogers, and closed with Auld Lang Syne.
Several vendors and shopkeepers were summoned on charges of selling or exposing groceries for sale. fines imposed ranged from 10 to 40 shillings. Listed were Bines on Hornby Street, Maria Gourley, Ads Marsh, M A Glassbrenner, E M Ryan, and others including J Woodward and W Culitraum, with locations on Hornby, Chapel, Williams, and High streets. The case names include Notley Moore and Philp Cohen among others.
A fragmented report notes progress on St Kilda improvement, with references to financial statements for 1917 and concerns around public works. It mentions deaths, cyclonic weather impact, and local figures linked to community projects and coastal defenses.
Prahran Red Cross workers assembled in the Magers room Thursday evening to present Mrs W R Young, the honorary secretary, with silver spacimen vanes and a flat jewel casket. Mrs Young is a daily Town Hall attendant whose circle of friends deeply respects her service and responds to collection calls.
Gleoferria Hill Club led by five points after a halted match at Prahran due to weather. McMicken defeated Pascoe 31 to 24 to win the Brahman Cup final after lengthy, strenuous rounds. Prahran later beat Caulfield B at Prahran as cyclonic winds interrupted many WBA pennant games.
Wallace of North Fitzroy won the single handed title beating Beacham his club mate by 31 to 29. Trathen of Armadale finished third.
Inspector Me Lewis Thomas notes 73 district schools in 1916 supplied 32 400 eggs and 827 poultry pairs to Caulfield Military Hospital. In 1917 eggs rose to 87 600 with 1567 poultry pairs. funds raised include 65 for bacon 12 for fruit and 10 000 to general fund plus 1485 for Flower Day. The Patriotic Fund total exceeds 260 000 pounds as children support war relief efforts.
An unclear Elwood Canal progress note describes water flow as insufficient to move debris into the river, raising concerns about sewerage pollution and environmental impact. Officials reference Elser Greek sod Mary Trend data while present observers push for action against pollution and sediment deposits.
The Prantas Council health computer reports issues with a series of applications and local business listings. The document lists several addresses and names such as 173 High Street and 45 employes with various trades including clothing and laundry services.
Private hospitals and practitioners are listed as re-registered for upcoming months. The document contains scattered names and mixed street references such as Barton Dandesoog road Williams road Koonwarts Macray shant Bo Williams 14 Les 4 Rankins Rooyong road Annear Sutherland road Monr No manby street McPhee The avenue Evens Wyonatay Grove Smethurn Suchee ed t Byan Aberdee cond Philips rywhee Carpenter Lewisham rd Paterson High street and more, indicating a partial, unclear register.
Reading shows registrations for the year 48 featuring Tilley Bros Surrey rod soap works Clack and Bear Wilson sires soap Morin and Ludwig Malvern rod marine T Jackeoe Bangs sitter marine sore Min Schmarlamam ange street marine rote with various registrants noted.
At the St ide South Ward Progress Association meeting it was reported Elwood State School had 630 pupils and urgent needs including shelter, ground works, and additional rooms. The committee sought £409 with government matching funds and planned a Friday Saturday school grounds fair with donations welcome at Captain Wills house.
The St Kilda South Ward Progress Association met at the Methodist hall on Thursday evening. The chair, President FC F Uibriak Buk, chaired as the session discussed rule alterations to limit presidential terms, secretary Drake Clarke reported the rules were ratified in the minute book, and motions to amend were carried. Officers elected included President J C Uthat, Vice Presidents We Raney and AH Watson, and Secretary Captain Robert Wille. The balance sheet showed 60 regional members from a 380-strong membership, with a small credit balance. A proposal to establish a central training ground at Edenwood was referred to a committee for report.
Malvern council members Thompson Weller Darroch Murray Kiva Witcoe Francis and Wivkn discuss payments to the Heatherton Hospital fund and infectious diseases hospital. They review tramway traffic safety measures, public works orders, and lane drainage projects while debating Sunday tram fares and public ward concerns.
A Prahran court session details charges of assault against Robert Clingh and a separate maintenance case by Mary Morgan against Robert Morgan. Evidence covered the alleged hit and threat dynamics, with testimonies about threats and bodily contact. The bench ordered fines and adjournments, and maintenance payments were set for the accused spouses and partners, including arrangements for support and costs.
In a St Kilda Court session on Thursday, Mitch Traffic was charged with dangerous driving after a motor car sped along a street at high speed. The defense contested the speed estimate while witnesses described the incident and nearby property damage. The hearing adjourned as prosecutors prepared further evidence and the defendant entered plea negotiations.
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