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Newspaper

Prahran Chronicle

Location

Prahran, Victoria, Australia

Date

Sep 16, 1916

Page

5

St Kilda council mood bright as members return to duties

Dr Tirnet requests leave of absence while recovering at hospital. Mayor De Bar jurthe congratulates Cr Barnet on elevation to mayoralty. St Kilda Council, Prahran officials, and local clubs plan engagements including a Red Cross meeting and church services. Contrasting notes praise Cr Hart and Constable Montemith’s police exam success.

Hugher St. Kilda Huette de Bar Ebrough Hart Kilda Sydney Seaith Prahran de Hi A. Ermbling Stock! Exchange Red Cross Toorak Presbyterians Church Cr Hlf Barnet Afisote St Kilda Uharowood Grave Sgsanarrow Prabean Cricket Club Bo Trapp Bouor Acts Ty of Tianmanisn Brasdwood Donald. Mackinnon Robt Montelin

Prahran Bowling Club Holds Annual Meeting at Pavilion

The Prahran Bowling Club met Wednesday night at the Gratien Street pavilion. President J H Furnesux chaired as members approved the report and balance sheet showing a credit balance. Officers were elected and committees named for the coming season with practice to begin today and a charitable collection for the Victorine Patriotic Fund.

Prahren Bowling Club Gratien Street J. H. Furnesux Marnog Mackinnon Alla Prmideoj H. Hadley Mesure W. Enghead G- Nucholls Me T. Kettyle Mocrelary R. Brooks Newus W. Sanders W. P. Crook Parker J- Law Chadderton Delegases V.B.A Masiry J. C. Ouaniog John Duckam Halkyard W. Cotabaan Harry Rider Victorine Patriotic Fund Prines Woo A. Somerville W. Sanden Anteséakan Bome Pier Hele

Removal of Baths Advocated at St Kilda Council Meeting

The St Kilda Council debated removing baths on foreshore land as mayor Cr B Barbat urged action before summer. Dr Hughes supported removal while others urged patience, noting government review and longer consideration by committee led by Cr Love and Cr O'Donnell. A deferral for one month was agreed.

S. Kilda Cr B. Barbat Hegarty Hughes Hlegarty Renney Sculthorpe Lave Mayo Cr O'Donnell Mater Byslaw Eewlehonne Fitarny Austin Avenue South Rusiraie Andes Nathaly Mme Wahi Halle Belpar Crimmittes Gundwin Old Smerny St Kilda Mirlostoptrnen SW Veyor Kelly Micfardssiege i Banat Rligts Pubic Works Committee

Saint Kilda Recruiting Demo Tonight at Town Hall

The St. Kilda Recruiting Committee hosts a Tuesday evening demonstration with prominent speakers. Attendance is encouraged as W. Groom, Mr. Pescock, the Hon Dacald Mackinnon, UCLA, and others participate. The Mayor Dr H F Bacaunt will chair, with city organist HL J Tage and the local Brass Band providing music.

St. Kilda Town Hall W. Groom H. F. Bacaaut Br HL. J Tage

Geelong Council Seeks Co operation on Harbour Trust Amalgamation

Geelong City Council backs a Melbourne led plan to merge Geelong Harbor Trust with Melbourne Harbor Trust. Circulation to other municipalities asks for support against centralisation which would place Geelong under Melbourne control. Public works committee to study the matter.

Geelong Bie Geelong Harbor Trust Melbourns Harbor Trust Thare Melbourne Qeelong Council Prahran Council Heyward Harbor Love O'Donnell Scuithorpe Centralisacion Cbsh

Prahran Ward Municipal Contest Recount Findings

The recount of votes in Prahran Ward shows Gina losing five votes and My three, reducing her majority from 11 to 9. Original declaration listed Cr Gina majority for Ce Giow. police magistrate’s final figures confirm the adjusted tally.

Votu Prahran Notley Mosee P.M Gina Gino Cukie Maj Uity Ce Giow Ste— I CeGiow Cr Ging

St Kilda Council Receives Thanks From Progress Association

The St Kilda Council heard thanks from Edgar B Clarke secretary of the South Ward Progress Association. The association praised the mayor and councillors for securing land on Glenbalily road Elwood for a public hall and library following a depuration to the Minister of Lands. The mayor acknowledged the thanks.

St. Kilda Edgar B. Clarke South Ward Progress Association Rt. Kilda South Ward Progress Association Glenbanily Road Elwood Cr Barnet Leiter

Cheap Fish Supply Debate At Metropolis Council

Cr Scutthorpe reports progress from the municipal conference seeking cheap fish for the public. Despite effort and labor, results are limited and fears persist that fish supply remains uncertain. Council notes potential roadside stands and railway stations but delays action to the Public Works Committee.

Cr Scutthorpe Muda Council Cr Sculthorpe Cr A Vlthorpe Cr Bealthorpe Tay Sc. Kilda Cr O'Donnell Cr Scalthorpe Brherwmen Bob Cr Boul

Snapshots from Home League aids soldiers in Malvern

The Malvern Branch of the Snapshots for Home League has begun work producing photo groups for soldiers. Local honourees Mr RH White and Mr G Harrison welcome requests for family or place photos, with forms obtainable at the Malvern post office. Nine applications were received at the recent branch meeting, including four from soldiers at the front, highlighting community effort and volunteer work.

Iwanch Malvern RH White Kooyong-road G. Harrison Everton-road League Eld Focal

Abs request for funds to study music abroad

A local inquiry describes how Ashaei raised money to study music overseas. Neighbors contributed four subscriptions and one balance, forming a small communal effort to support the pursuit of music education abroad.

Balisva

St Kilda Building Regulations Debate and Proposed Amendments

City officials and residents discussed St Kilda building rules with focus on mandating stricter pullman safety, ventilation, and bylaw compliance. The debate centered on amendments urged by various committees, including the mayor and council, to tighten requirements for new structures and ensure safer, compliant development.

West St Kilda Association Meeting Discuss Sand Removal

The West St Kilda Association held its monthly meeting at the Gleamedfield Howl. The secretary read the minutes and members debated preventing sand removal from the foreshore and limiting building on the site in Pulmroy Street to maintain access and safety.

Eaemofield Howl Taysay J. Rowan Jpa Esrary Wow Mitchell Waley Wenge Augusti Brad Ste Kilda Pumroy-street Mr Kowaith Amd Mitcheth Daley Dingote Tyne Eootinsing

Daley Plans and Public Reaction in City Development

Daley faced opposition as his round plan and Hampton Slowse project were rejected. The city view, public nerves, and regulatory debates dominated, with comments on building regulations, safety concerns, and the burden on enterprise. Local figures debated the future of the Majestic Mansions and surrounding properties amid calls for clearer guidance.

Mr. Daley Daley Hampton Slowse Majestic Mansions Wiley J. Barnet O'Dwyer Guterprisile

St Kilda Roads and Footpaths Up for Council Action

St Kilda Council meets to discuss drainage and road repairs including Barkly Street east from Dickens to Mrs Stevens property and Jackson Street repairs. Surveyor Kelly notes poor pavement conditions and recommends urgent works with estimated costs and timing within three months.

Kelly

Sunday School Anniversary at Pont-coadh Methodist School

The second anniversary service at Pont-coadh Methodist Sunday School will begin with morning conduct by Rev. Scholes of Revdijge. Lonsdale will lead children’s activities and nearby officials will deliver remarks. A notable program of hymns, music, and scholar showcases follows with speeches by Rev. Shivkehel BA and others.

Pont-coadh Musica Prigeiaire Locke Hane Haul

In Memoriam Service at Piviterond Metfinkist Chang

An in memoriam service was held Sunday evening at the Piviterond Metfinkist Church honoring Lane Curyoral Aachanan and others. The ceremony included readings praising sacrifice, with references to war service and the community’s admiration for the deceased.

Larcefure Icc Anan Vo Invermuiriam Piviterond Vance Heonjuistu Christine Fink Wien Ohio Hart Oils Matehinoun Hee Seas Lane

Toorak and South Yarra Try Society Event Recap

An account of a Toorak and South Yarra Try Society gathering at Elsrenwick Methodist Church. The programme featured songs and tea, with Mrs Kimber Miss Swill Hunt Turner and others performing. A speaker described rural life and local tasks while the audience listened with attention.

Sarah Hy Parry Kimber Swill Hunt Turner Powell Symi Newey Urtord Gary

Tramway Cafe Plan Shrouded in Trust Objections

A disrupted notice from the Prahran and Malvern Tramway Trust discusses a proposed cafe at the tramway terminus on U Esplanade. It mentions obstacles from the trust and delays tied to authorities and local groups, with implications for development along the transit corridor.

U Esplanade Prahran Malvern Tranwraps Trust Teodern

Amended county meeting and bowling event notes

A fragmentary OCR shows a meeting and bowling schedule in Blessington Street Gardens. It references officials, a secretary, a convalescent of agreements, and possible postponement of a decision. The text includes scattered names and phrases about committees, attendance, and arrangements, though many details are garbled.

Anti German League meeting stirs Melbourne crowd

A heated public gathering led by the Anti German League addressed by local figures and supporters urging firmness against German influence. Speakers condemned treachery, called for unity behind the Prime Minister, and pressed for a fixed date to outlaw German words and influence.

Mitchell Veesileay Antic Ferman Leager Australia Ammons Aod Willison Corporal Wang

Lownered Compound Report From City Court Hearing

A fragmented OCR item notes a city court hearing on a compound mix up involving a 40 year old resident. It mentions health concerns and a SANE group handling the case with unclear procedural details. The report signals ongoing legal actions and local interest.

Prahran Court Sees Maintenace Claim Revealed

Emily Seal sues Frederick Seal in a maintenance case heard in Prahran Court. The proceedings cover support payments and the defendant's obligations, with details of alleged arrears and weekly payment terms discussed at length. The case references railway travel and community figures, shaping a tense local dispute.

Aidlore Messrs Sargeant Chaitiasi Carmen Walker Hishuy Ban Lavery Emily Seal Frederick Seal Incfediul UTP Railways Sohur Somme Willy Elites Oherat Wen Ravelling Satin Amet Loum Reusingyi Hiahbe Atv

Fragmented Court Notes and Fines From 1920s Proceedings

OCR broken text shows court remarks and fines involving multiple parties across locations and ages. Mentions names like Silas Nourass and David Wveens, various charges, and school cases. Details obscure, but indicates financial penalties and legal actions amid a busy docket.

Salvation Army Demonstration At Weslivesd Hall

A Salvation Army event at Arabian Cary Hall in Weslivesd featured children from the Salvation Army Home and others. The program, under Brkeaties Amott, included sixty formers and a trinnic one. The evening closed with a performance of God Save the King.

Arabian Cary Hall Weslivesd Salvaion Army Ey Caniter Sven Sation Aly Brkeaties Amott Drinain John Ball

Mare of Kay's Compensd Besmier re Lommmet for Cough aed Cotte

A muddled OCR item notes a compensation case involving mare of the Kay estate and alleged cough and bottle issues. Details are unclear due to garbled text. Authorities appear to reference claims and remedies, with no clear outcome or dates readable.

Kay

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