Life Saving Exhibitions Debate Sunday Testing
The Kilda council public works committee debated allowing Life Saving Club to test relay teams on Sunday mornings. Some members opposed due to church hours and Sunday activity. others supported the plan, noting prior exhibitions on Sundays and Saturdays. The committee recommendation was adopted after debate.
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Public Works Committee
The
Kilda Council
St. Kida Swissmag
Cr Allea
Lear
Life Saving Cis
le Mayor Asia
Wade
Shi Uwells
Saurday Wa
Tony
War Tokens Suggested by Mr Atrea Bivens
Mr Atrea Bivens of Willams vd East Prabraig proposed issuing war tokens for Af, 9/6 and Bj. his plan, approved in principle, envisions tokens as receipts showing progress toward the war effort. Tokens could become lawful tender in 1925 and be redeemable at loan offices, with interest-free handling for Commonwealth funds.
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Atrea Bivens
Willams Vd
East Prabraig
Commonwealth
Elwood Canal health report to council on storm water flow
Dr Wm G a Beckett reports on Elwood Canal drainage noting storm water inflow from Elster Creek and debris, including brushwood, as Mary Street drain remains active. He says sewage and decaying matter do not enter the canal and warns of light sediment buildup but practical harm is minimal. He also asserts no slums in St Kilda and outlines approach to improving housing conditions and removing derelict shanties.
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Wm G
A'Feckett
St. Kilda
Elster Creek
Elwood Canal
Mary Street
Secor
a'Beckett
St Kilda
Untitled fragment on rates and names
A fragmented OCR item references rates and names with unclear context, mentioning Combs and Dine Greet in a brief, incomplete note that lacks coherent details or date.
Council approves street work at Elwood site
Melbourne council meeting adopts committee recommendations for Elwood footpath work. Broad way from Milton to Meredith to be tazpaved at an estimate of £220 with half cost borne by abutting property owners. Kerbing on Mitford street for the church frontage to Barkly street is considered not justified. estimated cost £99 with half charged to church authorities.
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Bt Kilda
R. Grimster
Broadway
Milton Street
Meredith Street
South St. Kilda
Mitford Street
Barkly Street
Police and Motor Traffic at St Kilda Council Meeting
St Kilda Council received a police letter about excessive motor cyclist speed along Fitzroy Street. Dr Love praised police watchfulness in motor traffic while Cr Hart moved a vote of thanks for their handling of the issue, seconded by Cr Auden and carried.
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St. Kilda
Fitzray Street
Love
St Kilda
iWmbrief
Cate
Lime
Vine
Hany
Fitzroy
George Hotel
Cr Hughes
Hart
Auden
St Kilda Council Bars Life Governor Roles Amid Funding Debate
The St Kilda Council, in a Monday vote for 1916 17, approved a sum of £16 10 for the year. The three largest grants go to St Kilda Ladies Benevolent Society £455, Hospital £50, and Colonial Homeopathic Hospital £10. Cr Hart notes absence of life governorships, criticizing funding ethics while the Mayor and others defend councils’ stance against personal gain.
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St. Kilda
St Kilda Council Debates Holiday for Municipal Employees
The St Kilda Council discusses granting a local holiday for Municipal Employees or the Union picnic. Some push for the holiday but concerns arise over extra days and pay. The motion passes with general support for the change and no extra pay.
Nothing Serious What They Had Got
A whimsical scene unfolds at a country inn where guests seek meals, bartering for chicken, duck, or snutton chops while a waiter jokes about spirits being out. A wandering raconteur recalls Arctic explorers, a North country Irishman with bandages and crutches draws attention, and a garden party tale shows children pressed to pick berries after penny payments.
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Ballista
Othr Fay
Hullos
Mike
Weather and strange events amid wet roars and telegraph tales
A fragmented report describes very wet weather and roaring conditions affecting travelers and a Channel crossing. A cargo or supply episode unfolds with a wary army chaplain offering services amid tense moments. The narrative shifts through assorted curiosities about telegraphs, vacuum drops, and hummingbirds weaving threads.
Translators Blunders in The Times Retold in Humorous Telegraph
A century old Times advertisement mocks faulty translations and phonetically jumbled phrases. The piece contrasts a misrendered German hymn with a mock imperial telegram, highlighting how miscommunication twists meaning in colonial era reporting and missionary narratives.
Spiders as Factory Workers
A historical account describes spiders used in early textile manufacturing. Spiders spun silk threads as the productive element, with workers guiding frames and collecting silk. The narrative notes the complex setup, including wire frames and the handling by workers, and mentions the process living through winter months.
The Sinister Second in Royal Histories Unlucky Kings
The piece discusses a string of monarchs from William II to George II noted for misfortune and perilous reigns. It cites superstition around the number one and unlucky omens while recalling plots, murders, and invasions across European powers. The fragment ends with a Norwegian street scene.
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William MI
Harold
William T
Wilhelm TS
Depotel
Richard
Towa Vate
James TS
Henry Ta
Charles
George II
Germany
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