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Newspaper
Prahran Chronicle
Location
Prahran, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1918
Page
5
The article describes a volunteer effort for a Red Cross Work and Prahran Patriotic fund, raising proceeds for boys and families with food and comforts. Dr Willig leads plans for a Carnival with a large fair transformation and new novelties to attract wide support. About 73 people are expected to contribute to the wholehearted campaign.
Local merchants agreed to assist during the carnival day events with stalls and crowd control. Organizers plan activities across Main Street and the civic grounds, inviting residents to participate and support the festivities.
A Chapel Street meeting of shopkeepers and officials agreed to move the Red Cross Carnival to Saturday June 9 to allow more time for planning. The Mayor Dr H A Ambling and Red Cross organizer E B Willis supported the plan as a means to mobilize traders and assistants for a successful event. A Carnival Committee including Mr Smith, Mr Balloo, Mr Dunlop, Mr W Taylor, and H J Corder will work with the Mayor and De Wilhem to finalize arrangements.
The Mayor of Prahran and Mes HOA invite attendance to Empire Day events at City Hall on Tuesday evening. The program includes a report on the Empire Day Appeal file and a musical program featuring patriotic and Red Cross workers.
The St Kilda Patriotic Committee announces local Red Cross support with badge sales and entertainment. Proceeds from the Empire Day event will fund the Red Cross appeal, including donations and collections for the cause.
Residents oppose a 0 percent proposal to buy the railway to Healesville. Councillors insistence at St Kilda meeting prompts the board to object. It is agreed a conference of municipal representatives will oppose the project. Next council meeting set for vest at 4.90.
St Kilda Council heard De Lave report on future maintenance with St Kilda trustees showing willingness to help within funds. A surveyor's report will follow after cemetery maintenance costs and possible asphalt works were outlined, with talks on funding and cemetery funds from bereaved families.
Malvern council's public works committee met Tuesday evening to review a wage proposal for day laborers. The plan urged a 10d per day fee increase, targeting a rise to about 16d daily, effective May 1918. Dr Wilks noted that despite the Federated Municipal Employes Union claim, relations with employees remained harmonious and the committee's recommendations were adopted.
Public works committees report a plan to create an assistant inspector role by separating dog inspector duties from the current inspector. Mr Greenall to resign his current duties and be offered the assistant inspector post with about £190 per year plus dog fees, totaling around £65. Recommendation adopted. Also notes four applications for smaller allotments granted and a Market lands proposal. Prohibited cattle areas west of specified lines set, with bye law to take effect in three months. No change to current contract labor for Holland and Son.
St Kilda councillors discussed three or four South Ward applications on Tuesday evening. A footpath tar paving request in Hotham Street from the tideway bridge to Glen Huntly faced funds and potential rates. The surveyor put the cost at £119 with half borne by property owners. Amendments sought delaying works until money is available, while other members pressed for urgent Ward works and improved traffic routes.
A Lands Department communication on warding account for park and garden votes totals £69 7 6. A conference of delegates met to discuss establishing a Technical School at Caulfield. £4590 to be contributed by municipalities including Malvern, Galicia Moorabbin Dandenong Oakleigh Frankston and Hastings Mulgrave. Patriotic Children report notes Empire Day sports foregone to support Red Cross and other funds. State school children raised 268 000 for the Passa ng Fund. council donation gratefully received.
Port Melbourne council proposed joint action with metropolitan authorities to push for cheap brown coal depots in each suburb. A deputation would seek government sanctioned depots to lower household coal costs. Cr Allen questioned existing depots, Dr Love supported receiving the communication and the motion passed.
A municipal conference including St Kilda and Caulfield councils settled a dispute over Messrs Goan engineers fees for advising on a rumoured relay waste destructor. St Kilda offered 75 pounds with waste, which was accepted after solicitor communications confirmed readiness to accept 75 pounds with waste and without costs.
A benefit night was held at Empress Theatre Prahrap for Bro. B. Brets of Pride of the Yarra, Tent 10.R, who has lost his eyesight. The crowded event screened star pictures with music appreciation, led by secretary E. Marshel, and many brethren contributed to the funds.
The annual demonstration of the fosior branches of the LOR Southern Group No 2 Division will be held at Prahran City Hall on Wednesday evening January 25. Principal speaker Rev W Harris PDCR. A program of solos recitals and other items by artists Miss Doris Davay Miss Daisy Marsbutt Mr Harry Fayson Mr Grenville Semmens and others. Miss Hazel Hepburn to accompany. Admission free with collection. Secretary duties by Mr J B L Blackmore. Expecting large attendance.
A grand entertainment is planned at the St Kilda Town Hall on Tuesday evening to raise funds for the Children's Hospital. Moses Myers Ltd Melbourne promotes the Carnival to support the “Queso of Children” with a program by the Onstucy Comedy Company. Proceeds aim to fund further hospital baby accommodation.
Mr G. A. Edwards, nasiorant Hiberian at the Prahean City Library, resumes duties after a period of absence. The library announces his return and asks staff to extend greetings as he resumes responsibilities and Greinde is hoped to be eased.
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A protestant alliance friendly society meeting was held at the Protestant Hall on Ceed street Ventiran on Thursday May och. The gathering included officers such as LIEB Niro WW Jordan and WiMa Bro. Ad. Barnes among others, with plans for an installation ceremony at the Loyal May Lodge to take place on Wednesday June 18. Representatives from Prairie City Cooper Prienwie Laal Orange Lodge and Prutvan Wraneh were invited, and a forthcoming event at Tiagenswege Hall is noted.
A garbled historical text fragment portrays individuals performing duties and reflecting on responsibility. Amid odd names and broken phrases, the scene hints at communal effort, moral obligation, and distant places, with repeated references to action and intent.
Fragmentary OCR describes a Prabran Ladies charity event with dates and sums. It mentions committee roles and a treasurer and secretary, listing addresses and financial figures though the text is garbled.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a will, heirs, and possible dispute involving Charley and J Teles. The legible parts are unclear. No definite actions, dates, or entities are confirmed in readable form.
The monthly meeting opened with President Stewart's remarks and the group enjoyed a strong musical program. A quartet performed a wide range of pieces including Old Mother Hubbard and The Grand Old Duke, with praise for lively delivery and light humor throughout the program.
A historical ledger notes Peabran Public and Free Lending Libraries with detailed counts of cards issued and books lent. It covers the lending totals, monthly activity, and staff notes, including figures for April May and total circulation across branches. The report highlights emerging trends in library usage and community engagement during the period.
A fragmentary report describes the St Kilda Ride Club visiting for the King's birthday events. The text recalls a riding display featuring riders, equipment, and a hotel reception, with names and places garbled. It hints at a bustling turnout and planned demonstrations amid weather and venue arrangements.
The Prahran Court heard multiple cases including a charge of waving a weapon and another for using incautive imagery. Constable Gable reported the incident with a 30 shilling offense, and McKinnon chaired the session with detailed fines. Witnesses included George Sietot and Wins Kabat as part of the updates from the hearing.
Fragmentary OCR suggests a historical notice about a cough remedy or treatment. Readable bits mention a product or ingredient and possible dates, with officials or publishers not clearly identified. The item appears to be a brief notice or ad snippet rather than a full article.
An uneven OCR fragment details champions in side drum and other competitions. Mentions individuals such as Alten and Ambters, with scattered references to contests, medals, and clubs. The text is garbled, but signals a local sports and achievement roundup with names and places obscured in poor transcription.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions football with scattered names and terms. Readable items include team mentions and dates, but most critical details are obscured. The piece lacks a coherent narrative, teams, scores, or explicit outcomes to summarize clearly.
Fragmented OCR excerpt describes a football match involving St Kilda and multiple players. Mentions key names such as McNamary and others, a third quarter surge, and notable performers like Blake and Maloney. The text is garbled with numerous errors but anchors on a game narrative and player mentions.
Fragmentary readable phrases reference a compound and court or legal context with unclear names. The line items are garbled but suggest a case or listing involving a drug compound and possible legal actions or penalties.
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