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Newspaper
Prahran Chronicle
Location
Prahran, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 26, 1917
Page
2
Transcribed notice under Local Government provisions. Enrolment on the municipal roll requires payment of rates prior to June 11, 1917. Interest at 6 percent per annum applies to overdue rates. Rate Receiver will attend on June 2 and June 3 to collect and address concerns at designated times and locations.
In pursuance of legal authority the city notifies that no person will be enrolled or transferred for any property taxes unless overdue charges are settled. The Town Clerk notes that all unpaid rates as of June 19 are charged at 6 percent per annum from due date. Collectors will attend each day to collect assessments and payments.
Empire Day was marked Thursday at six Prahran site schools Hornby Street High Street Puntford Malvern Road Hawksburn Poorak and Armadals. Dignitaries including MLA Donald Mackinnon the Director General for Recruiting Mr Ge Mr Normian Bayles and Mayor Dr Hy Emibling addressed children about courage loyalty and the Anzac spirit.
The two State schools on Brighton Road and Park were visited by Mayor Dr UE Barn who delivered a patriotic address. Students joined sports programs on the local cricket ground during the event.
Elwood land agent EB Cobb submitted Monday night a subdivision plan for land at the corner of Ormond road and Byrne avenue. The document outlines parcels and access points for the proposed development in the Elwood area, seeking council consideration and public input.
Malvern GARDINER CENTRAL SCHOOL observed Empire Day with Mr Jowett representing the Mayor due to urgent business. He urged pupils to serve the Empire faithfully, tying duties to the Red Cross funds, past heroes, and figures like Nelson and Florence Nightingale, as officials and guests urged character and patriotism.
Personal notices report Crs O Donnell and Gibbs ill health with expected recovery later. Dr O Del paid up recently, convalescent. V Nigan solicits Hialbany and is at private residence High Street due to recent frame attack. R H Barhsley, senior tax collector, City of Pyabian, absent due to ill health. Mrs Allen, wife of Prof Allen, died after brief illness. interment at Kew Cemetery with service by Rev T Il Kost. Four sons, two in native services, extend sympathy.
Praliran A.S.A. and Model Parliament sparks talk of competition among honor able members as 0 willian Morrie Hughes leads Temperance Anniversary events. The Windsor Section Juniors report growth with new members and active workers. a street hall programme includes Mr D Player and a collection for wounded soldiers.
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