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Newspaper

Prahran Chronicle

Location

Prahran, Victoria, Australia

Date

Mar 04, 1916

Page

5

St Kilda Consul Meeting Sparks Indignation Over Recruiting

A report on local council debate reveals alleged indifference by the St Kilda Consul toward recruiting drives. Members criticize apathy, claim meetings have occurred, and discuss fair handling of estimates and duties amid public sentiment.

St. Fide W. Wamshell Lowell Persinos ICM Mitchel Calsiaass Spanbeil St Kilda Hg Committee Kitehein

Making of Private Streets and Council Decision

A Williamstown council dispute over private streets leads to a legal ruling on whether private roads can be used for public benefit. The case involves Mr Spear, property owners, and a council plan to widen streets to serve public access. Judges determine the decision legal but debate the impact on rates and public costs.

Wallemstown Agaliay Spear Woiamtown Council He Hewison Rt. Birds Council Mongay Ise Public Street

Rudolph Schmidt Case Sparks Defence Interruption Debate

An Australian council discussed Rudolph Schmidt in a Te Se Geing meeting after a Traralgon Association note. Defence ministers released Schmidt from internment amid disloyalty claims, prompting questions over the decision and fairness of the procedure. The assembly passed a resolution supporting inquiry while urging a fuller explanation from authorities.

Rudolph Schmidt Kilda Council Traralgon Association Cheroment Barnel Anidis Behemidt Hewison Eam Alze Thet Belmidt Engisud Germany Belim Shorefara Simany Azous Sahmidt Froc

Topping of Frais Sparks Local Debate and Auctions

A town council moves to enforce fruit topping rules after a government letter cites the Powin Act. Dr Allen supports the proposal while horpe seconds the motion. Auction sales today include Carnegie and Glenhuntly sites with 4208 149 frontage, and a Kilmore Junction estate of 514 acres offered next Saturday.

Kilda Ound Department of Agriculture W Garry Allen Horpe Messrs Duncan Sid Weller Carnegie Glenhuntp Kaornang Road Dandenong Road Ay Oelock Kambrook Neerim Roads Glenhoogly Sarr St Kilmore Kilmore Jager Borate Kilmore Junction Melbourne Macedon Forbes Speclal Agenss

Prahran Pioneers Association 10th Annual Gathering

The Prahran Pioneers Association schedules its 10th annual gathering on March 9 at 3 pm in the local hall. Members will enjoy tea, addresses by officials, and social activities with old friends and committee members ensuring a pleasant event.

Praires Pioneers Ass Jatlag Rechalyte Widen Prabten T. S. Qaniry Jf. Furness

Christian Brothers College Old Boys hold fundraising meeting

The Old Boys Association of Christian Brothers College held a Monday evening ceremony at the college to inaugurate a silver band and honor board for enlistments. Rev O Sullivan Donahoo Tevlin and several past pupils attended as part of the event which featured a substantial musical program and a collection for college funds.

Christian Brothers’ College McKein Palbers O'Sullivan Donahoo BP. Tevlin Colets Brice Nond Br Patrick's Hyelesiastwal Seminary Manly N.S. W P. Loughian le Mullany G Fitzpatrick J. Gary V- Hay Blackwood Old Boys’ Association Logue Peat G. Gillsman Gilliman Father O'Sullivan Fears G. Gillimen R Kuane F. Hannan Hisiaag Micay

Legion of the Dead illustrated in Punch by Charles Nuttall

The Punch illustration by Charles Nuttall titled The Legion of the Dead portrays WWI casualties in a full page drawing. It shows soldiers marching with imagery of death, the Reaper, and the fallen, linking the dead to those who toiled at home and abroad to learn the trade of war.

Charles Nicall Legion of the Dead Nuttall Swith Dan Charles Nuttall

JOIN THE COLORS Military enlistment and pay details

Advertisement outlines enlistment at local town halls with medical exams and railway fare to metropolitan centers. It lists ranks pay scales, embarkation dates, and separation allowances for widows and dependents, including per day and per child benefits.

St Hilde Declines Football During War Time

A wartime committee resolves that St Hilde Football Club should suspend League football until the war ends to avoid harming recruitment and morale.

St. Hilde Uthe St. Kida Football Club

Malvern Men’s Meeting Set at Peasbycerian Church

A mass meeting is planned at the Malvern Peasbycerian Church on Wautletree road this Sunday evening. The event is organized under the Malgers Men’s Bible Class Union with speaker Jamme.

Malvern Men's Meeting Peasbycerian Wautletree Road Malvern Malgers Men's Bible Class Union

Prahran and Malvern Tramways Trust February Traffic Returns

Traction figures show Prahran and Malvern Tramways Trust reports traffic in February at 265 075, up from 45 168 the previous February. Revenue rose to 3354 17 BE, with notable increases in fares and services versus last year.

Tha Cattais

St Kilda Council Contractors Wage Increase Request

A St Kilda City Council meeting notes a 6 shilling weekly wage rise for Carter and Driver staff, plus an extra allowance request to cover car hire costs. The matter, referencing Messrs Tucker Brothers and Smith as contractors, was referred to the public works committee for action.

St Kilda City Counscil Mesars Tuckers Brothers Smith Carters J. Farington Council Cantear

Conscription Debate Moves St Kilda Council

At Monday's meeting St Kilda Council received Warragul shire circular urging government conscription. Speakers backed conscription and voluntary service, stressing duty, with the mayor noting the vital choice and that those awaiting conscription hope to avoid it by volunteering.

St. Kilda Shire of Warragul Jason Ir HeWison Sc Slutid Werragul Grea Batain J. J. Love Asgards

Public Works Tender Recommendation and Subdivision Plan

Recommending acceptance of the tender by M Haymes at £8 per week or a refreshment break at Point Onwond. Proposes approval of the subdivision plan for Imad In Drewsington Street Leyuple Avenue now sublet by Messrs Mitchell and Topler. Includes notes on drainage costs and construction expenses.

Gt. Kilds

St Kilda Council under fire over recruiting drive

At a St Kilda South Ward meeting critics assailed inactivity by the St Kilda Recruiting Committee. W W Mitchell, secret ary of the West St Kilda Progress Association, urged immediate recruiting meetings on the Esplanade and a reply from Watt. Speakers urged council leaders to take charge, noting support from Open Sea Bathers' Rescue and Dr Gray, with calls for urgent meetings and a letter to the council.

St. Kida South Ward St. Kilda W. W. Mitchell West St Kilda Lescue de Hewison S¢ Kilda Snowball St Kilda Australia St Gallipwi Ys Kilda Hrighton Eva. Bollaed Gray Baker Fas Pollard Marion H. H. Hayman Chaig St. Kida A

Soldier in Egypt Describes Daily Life and Hopes

A soldier writes from Egypt describing Cairo as busy with shops and hotels open every day, trams running, and travel times to the capital. He mentions buying items, enjoying meals, and the comfort of familiar routines despite being abroad.

B. Conroy Bourke Ieee Cairo Csiro Partiament House Grand Daad

Armadale Victoria Clinch Pennant Semi Final Victory

Armadale Victoria secured a decisive win as they defeated rivals 14836 to 41 with strong performances from key players. The match featured standout scoring by Nicholls, Deas, and Lunmer while teams from Melbourne and surrounding districts battled for semi final momentum in a rough conditions day.

Carrion Armadale Wey Victoria Armadale Victoria Smith Axaseu Emu Melbourne Conlon

Prince Albert Lodge Activities Highlighted in Meeting Notes

The Prince Albert Lodge details its officers and members, noting a shooting competition and moonlight excursion. It praises fundraising efforts for a patriotic cause and acknowledges justifications for active service by lodge members.

Meeting on Mosday Evening and Local Dispute

A communication from the Board of Warla regarding a 104 complaint about horses and cows kept in a Mitford yard was read. The report found no clear subject, noting neighbors quarrel centered on scatters and a motion by De Hewinos to address the issue.

Mosday Board of Warla Mitford Wheel

Prahran Court Hears Multiple Charges In Obscene Language Case

At Prahran Court on Monday February 24 before Messrs Sargeant and others, defendants Laity Carmine Walker Atal Lake and James Litre faced charges for assault on Harry Grove and conductor on a tram. They were also accused of obscene language. Evidence described heated exchanges and insults directed at the tram crew and police. Sentences ranged up to several weeks for language and related offenses.

Sargeant Chalana Latery Carmen-Walker Atal Russell TRAM von Ductor James Litre Lake Prederick Alfred Uamney Harry Grove Fraran Mal- Vera Verminus Amnesey Lal Nwess Saul Wa Vlei Ames Wake Ndleet L Buckley Mytoruan Mhsanlét Yasemmer Wesmutt

Court records reveal multiple cases in action across St Kilda listing offenses

The docket shows remand for charges including assault, loitering, and breach of regulations amid a series of hearings and bail actions. Names such as Walter Kitchen and Hubert Lergstt appear in the record alongside references to local infractions and motor case proceedings.

Pahruart Wetare Magee Cr. Love Masers Suiltkwhes Mowas Miteinadl Capea Wats Daf Junie Morrisad Watt Keplinade Wits Havi Rowee Isposawnaion Walter Kitchen Sith Arene Akeyotal Jones Chapinet

Malvern Beats Caulfield in Low-Scoring Cricket Match

The report covers a Malvern versus Caulfield cricket clash with Malvern all out for 126 and Caulfield replying with 119. Thorapson scored 24 for Malvern, while Caulfield’s innings featured notable contributions as the match ended with a narrow margin.

Resustius le Guwutall Trsgust Seers Wed Steven ST Bula North Stalinase St Kilda Stare North Caulfield Thorapson Mlalvaru Iuays

Amusements Review Shows Mixed Popular Entertainments

A fragmentary notice describes entertainments at a venue with performances and dancing displays. It mentions acts and named figures like Bright and Ge, with hints of admission prices and audience reactions amid a bustling program.

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Prahran Pioneers’ Association Christian Brothers' College Kilda jSaners the Legion OF the Dead Australian Expeditionary Forces Entiermante Shire Hell Metapolis Ivar Wong Te Wiseel Addidiga Mduibon Prahran and Malvern Tramways Trust St. Kilda Council Contractors Egypt Bowie Tory Sean Saaurdey Pratiney Tae Uraktan Hk Nicholls Sell Deas Baphan Aube Rans Sor Candice Sandoes Prince Albert Lodge Lo.c.f Jadew Sricket Jakva Voile Yvonne Malaber Wilco Wan Eho FC Lage Sapiata Hi Denny Laatse FC Mont saJoyabie Mies Mowaliehulavn Benall Meatte Prahran Court iWleburd Higione Herta Ahumant Dple Contamuila Dames Tlackmare Lalor Mir Waller Ardener Carmigar Weller Lavery St. Kilda Court Ormnadore Ge Kent Cubes Vrem van Can Steiein Aumstven Keynes Ehemaman
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