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Newspaper
Prahran Chronicle
Location
Prahran, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1917
Page
5
The Progress Association invites Prahran City Council members to attend its meeting to discuss the rate. It suggests councilors could learn how to adjust a rate from 1/8 to 1.9, potentially altering the financial approach and public policy.
Prahran assistant inspector A S Harris has been named inspector for shipping under De Crameton quarantine. He departs Melbourne for Sydney to assume duties Monday. Harris earned meat inspector qualification from the Royal Sanitary Institute last year.
William Morris applies for a marine dealer license at Prahran Court before Mr Notley Moore. Opposing witnesses cite proximity to a school and church, property depreciation, and unhealthy premises. the bench adjourns to consider the case.
Miss Ada L. Ward, an ardent Y M C A worker in France, recounts her chalkboard entertainments for Australian troops and soldiers' praise. She performed in huts, factories, hospitals, and ships, received a marriage proposal, and hopes to visit Australia after the war.
Estate of Thomas James Finlay of Toorak valued at £2909 real and £37795 10s personal, to wife and children with legacies. Beneficiaries include Alfred Hospital and multiple Presbyterian missions. Testator prior to death gave £2000 to South Yarra Presbyterian Church. Names: Thomas James Finlay. Alfred Hospital. Gordon Institute. China Inland Mission. Bible Society of Scotland. Date of death October 25. Will dated February 27. 191?
At Prahran Court 90 drivers were fined 2 each for driving at excessive speeds. Mr E Notley Moore warned that mature penalties would rise for Motor Act breaches. He noted lenient fines fail to deter reckless motoring and urged action to curb the practice.
An old nurse advertises Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children claiming it soothes, relieves gum swelling and pain, and cures diarrhea. Directions specify dosages by age and to repeat every two hours for diarrhea until improved. Sold everywhere.
A reporter and companion attempt a trip to Boinka in the Mallee, motor then rail, detailing sand obstructions, railway mishaps, wheat fields, and a resilient farming community aided by government relief. The journey covers Ouyen to Boinka, local trades, and the harsh but hopeful harvest conditions.
Action in progress to promote the new Recruiting Campaign locally. One or two meetings have occurred and additional sessions are arranged to boost participation.
His Worship the Mayor convenes a council chamber gathering Monday evening to plan recruiting support. Attendees include G Fitzsimmons secretary A N A and H G Macdonald president with a seven member executive to join a parallel group in South Melbourne’s Fawkner electorate. A second rally is set for Mt Erica schoolroom Tuesday evening with the Mayor and Rev Henry Worrall among speakers.
His Worship the Mayor of St Kilda Dr H F Barnett has convened a public meeting of citizens at the Town Hall on Monday evening to discuss recruiting methods and to form a local committee. Speeches will be delivered by the Mayor Hon W A Wait MHR Hoo R G McCutcheon MLA and others.
A Malvern meeting opened by Mayor Dr R. Wilks featured Canon Garland the Rev J Thomas and Mr Andrews as speakers. Citizens resolved to recognise the urgent need for reinforcements for the men at the front and pledged to assist in obtaining them.
A Wattle Lodge No 4 gathering featured Sister Duncan presiding, a strong program of songs and recitations, and presentations to retiring PAD. Performances included Hulbert singing My Hero, a duet The Call of the Drum by Master McGill and Buddell, and Dads and The End of a Perfect Day by young performers. Ruby and Jack Flannery delighted as Unytots, with praise and encore.
Poem depicts British cricketers turned soldiers in the Western Front siege. It celebrates their marksmanship, teamwork, and bravery as they bomb and fight, linking sportsmanship to war effort and memorializing fallen players. The piece laments the war’s toll and calls for commemoration of living and dead cricketers who served.
The St Kilda Yacht Club releases a racing program for Saturday January 18 featuring the A Campbell Cup scratch race for 9 metre yachts, B Handicap for 22ft Bin restricted class, C Handicap for 6 metre class, and D Handicap for all registered yachts with first and second prizes in each event.
The Prahran Progress Association calls its annual meeting for Thursday evening at the Arcade. Office-bearers will be elected and other business itemized.ensitive product claims for Linseed Compound and Clarkis Pills referenced in the notice.
Residents of Elwood and South St. Kilda praise district progress led by Ormond road as shops and two storey schools rise. Builders Millar and Cobb push substantial projects while private bathing boxes on the beach are barred, hindering open sea bathing despite local demand.
Leo Sparrow was fined 12/8 with 3/6 costs for riding a motor cycle without a rear light after dark on the Esplanade. J Spring received 10/- plus 2/6 costs for the same charge. Reginald Barber, driving a car at 25 miles an hour on Bt. Kilda road November 18, fined 40/ and house endorsement ordered. Fredk Chaney fined 7/6 with 2/6 costs for driving on a road set aside for ordinary traffic.
After emancipation enslaved people in America could light candles at night. Once free they bought candles, viewing light in the home as a symbol of freedom. The statement highlights how personal illumination reflected new rights and autonomy.
A historic notice touts a linseed compound claiming 40 years of proven aiBeacy for coughs and bronchial relief. The fragment hints at local medicinal use and public interest in folk remedies.
During warm evenings large crowds visit St Kilda to enjoy the briny air and drinks from local purveyors. The new Esplanade cafe, run by Mrs. Leonard, opens briskly with up to date amenities while the Lyric Theatre and Palais de Danse attract patrons with entertainment and films. Visitors note traffic hazards and police watchdogs under scrutiny as wheeled vehicles party near the bandstand and kerb edges raise safety concerns.
A newly erected South Yarra station improves passenger flow with multiple platforms and enhanced access. Enhancement of the Teorak road frontage, widened railway bridge, and better signaling brighten the area and boost convenience for travelers in Prahran.
In Prahran Court a vagrancy charge against John Brown led to an adjournment for police enquiry after evidence of begging and a report of 29 revolver cartridges found. Separately Julia Odgers sued John McMahon for £12 for her dog bite, with testimony about gate access, drain, and negligent management. the court awarded £10 and £2 12s 8d costs.
Trade news notes Kay reveals a linseed compound earning value for Couche and Colca with essence of imsend featured in the report.
A Tasmanian press report says Victorian anglers Mr J. Macnamara of Prahran Mr J W Manifold and Mr T Campbell enjoyed good sport at Devonport Tasmania catching black backs and a nine pounder in two and a quarter hours with a total of about twelve and a half pounds. The trio’s holiday is celebrated and expected to resume angling adventures in the placid waters of Tasmania.
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