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Newspaper
Prahran Chronicle
Location
Prahran, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 13, 1916
Page
5
The St Kilda Orange Lodge held a meeting on Monday evening to discuss a charitable drive. Mr Cail of Commercial Road Prbrao presented the case and the lodge resolved to hold a collection at the hall to support the Austin Hospital effort.
Fragmented OCR text describes Constable Tanaldeon and Constable Donala near Prahran with references to enlistment, discipline, and a wartime act. The passage mentions a soldier and family context, but lacks clear actions or outcomes.
A lodge meeting held Monday near the Dispensary Hall featured Grand officers, including the Grand Secretary and Grand President of See Suh Watey Bea, with reports on dues and dues collection. A large delegation attended. a supremacy contest determined by Bro. T. Line concluded the gathering.
The article notes resignations of town officials including Mr Jas Murray and Mr W O Sirbawward and details a shift in transit oversight as the Tramway Board is appointed to assume control of the Menounos Tramway and Quiniba Company system. It also mentions community events and notices of local figures moving away.
The Malvern Bowling Club staged a trophy competition with President F J Tagelthorn presiding. A.B. Alway was praised for his long service and leadership in the local lawn bowls scene, while council discussions and social events are noted in the neighborhood.
Ida council Monday evening discussed reports from the health officer city inspector and surveyor confirming the Cricket Club Hotel unfit for habitation. Owners and lessee sought delay to obtain expert evidence while considering a larger rebuilding plan and licensing implications.
Debated at St Kilda City Council on Monday evening after Mr W A Callaway from the Chief Secretary’s office urged action on 12 mode ling and improvements. Reports suggest buildings suitable for olive purposes. yards to be used as police watchhouse spaces. debate over cost savings and economy.
The passage reports a council meeting discussing federal economy, with remarks by De Malmworth and De Barnet suggesting possible federal budget scrutiny and general economy measures. references to the Post and a Federal Council imply a push for cost cutting amid unclear specifics.
Fragmentary text indicates a proposal to refer a matter to the public months committee for view. No clear names, dates, or locations are readable to identify parties or outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a dated compound scene with names Kay Rasanas Adnaend Onis. The readable text hints at a place or event linked to a compound and people, but lacks clear actions or outcomes to confirm a news angle.
A lively social gathering at the Avstealarien Jam Factory in Chapel and Garden streets Bouth Yarre drew over 100 attendees on Wednesday evening. The event featured songs dancing and presentations with blue gum decorations and light refreshments. Presentations included gold brooches an attache case and jewelry for several female staff members. The social was organized by a ladies committee led by Mrs L Carey with Mrs Duncan as secretary. A second event is planned for Wednesday evening May 17th.
A special picture show at the Palais de Danse next Wednesday evening promotes the St Kilda Red Cross Funds and the Sailors Sea. The program includes a feature titled Britain Pee red and bids to raise admission receipts of 1 and 6 for the funds.
The St Kilda Patriotic Committee invites all recently returned soldiers and 14th Battalion members to a welcome at the Town Hall on Tuesday evening. The event aims to extend greetings to residents and former residents, with a small program prepared by local organizers.
An Australian Red Cross Society report notes a new building to be erected at the rear of the provincial city hall. It will reuse the original structure's layout and be completed quickly by voluntary workers. A large tradesmen stall will be present and an additional workshop ready for occupation before the end of the month.
Auction sales listed for today Saturday at 1 00 pm include four allotments in Tramway Eights Bar wood and a trustee sale connected to the Puck family estate at Balaclava Road and Orange Grove Balaclava comprising a 14 room residence a 7 room brick villa and eleven large allotments on Balaclava Road and Orange Grove. Plans and booklets obtainable from Sydney Arnold Beat Co and F H Patterson Co. further sales at Balaclava and Boadhingham with terms restricting purchase to agricultural use.
The article notes a church anniversary event at Erles Mahodias Cherch in Prahran with a social gathering planned after services. A social will be held in the Tat room, with activities on Saturday evening and Tuesday events mentioned. The notice emphasizes attendance and community celebration.
Bouth Suburbs match saw Ramblers and Domains draw on former ground with a tight 2 1 result. Final scorers included Nathas and G Bridgford while standout players cited were R Griffiths G Bridgton and M Bayliss among others.
The West St Kidde Progress Association holds its monthly meeting at the Hvatuysfield Hotel. The president J Rowan DP presided, with secretary and other officers noting preparations and routine business, including post and telegraph matters and notes on the association’s forthcoming rally and community activities.
An archival wartime notice invites able-bodied men to enlist in the Australian Expeditionary Forces. It lists minimum height and chest measurements, nearby recruitment depots, and medical exam details. Pay rates per day from embarkation date are provided, plus separation allowances for married men. Pensions and dependent support provisions are noted.
A public meeting at Hehoo Hall Prahran honors Rev W T C Storrs MA celebrating 21 years of service at St Matthew's Church. Parishioners, clergy and local officials expressed praise and wished continued success in his ministry.
The case details a licensing breach at the Bricker Club Hotel where the licensee of the Cricket July Hotel received a £2 fine for hours and unlocked doors. Inspectors noted the bar was lit and doors unsecured during hours, with witnesses describing attempts to enter and security lapses.
An OCR readout describes a court session involving a hotel incident with references to a May signaled event. Names such as Jaspertox Wesco and Mayor appear amid scattered accusations, denials, and a contested £1 note theft, with witnesses and a police inspector present. The text preserves a fragmentary, era-tinged record of testimony and defense statements.
The Jigyal 1 NOLO and Wesley clubs met at South Yarra on May 25 with delegates Wros Legg and Denny to discuss a forthcoming series against teams from the famous Socierns. Prince Alber Lore challenge arises as the MUNLO.GF. unit eyes a six event contest praised for strong member interest.
Prahran Court on Monday heard allegations of domestic differences involving May Barkley and several men. The proceedings described threats and violence including a knife throw and beating, with witness testimony and discussions of tenancy and refund disputes surrounding the Salisbury property.
In a heated session at the hotel case hearing, Mr Notey Camajn Russell and partners fought over license premises during restless exchanges. Protagonists Allyn Janse Haward Pham and others clashed, with accusations of improper conduct and a distant resolve to resolve the dispute.
An obscure patent remedy claim states a remedy goes to the actual seat of ginedse and relieves ailments, promising swift relief for coagla nd coldx locumen phase and other stresses. The ad asserts seizures of relief and better health with this linseed compound.
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