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Newspaper

Prahran Chronicle

Location

Prahran, Victoria, Australia

Date

Sep 22, 1917

Page

5

Labor and Liberal Candidates in St Kilda Election

A fragmented notice lists candidates for St Kilda with Labor aiming to stand, Liberal positions uncertain, and names such as Gooran and Mir Me Gam connected to unions. Court and city by-laws details follow, including sums for fines and costs, and references to a summoning officer Bretherton.

Stele Palitinn St. Kilda Jiu Gooran Mir Me Gam Triphnet Makers’ Union To @ publicusement Mo Agar Wynite St. Koda Xaiuus Tist Iis M Cajcheos

Prahran Hishmond Ferry Br Lumond Coupe Agreement

A Prahran council body approves a fare arrangement for the Prahran Hishmond Ferry and the Br Lumond Coupe. The payment, or honorarium, results from an official action tied to a service disruption caused by a scheduling issue referenced in the local records.

Prahran-Hishmond Br Lumond Prahran She Doguay

Testimonial at Municipal Buildings for Mir Ks 0.1 initiative

A local meeting chaired by Mr James B. Kent discussed support for a civic project. Promises of backing were noted as the group considered the role of Mr Kes and the form the proposal would take.

Che Gervers James B. Kent Euny Peurn W. Gat Lever An Jbo Weeting Meg N. Lag Waeppo Oval

Entertainent by Salvation Army Children

A Salvation Army fundraiser in Yoylan City Hall featured a two hour program by children raising funds for Salvation Army Homes at Camberwell and Box Hill. The lively show included singing, humorous skits, and band performances that drew a large, enthusiastic audience and concluded with thanks to Camberwell and Box Hill organizers.

Yoylan Salvation Army Camberwell Cate Ceys Boa Hul Sylasnet Gambenwell Box Hill Juul

Les Cloches de Corneville at St Mv 3 Hall Monday

The Fing Operatic Society presents the well known comic opera Les Cloches de Corneville at St Mv 3 Hall Daodencog road Monday evening. The company has marked success with strong acting and lively singing. Mix Ethel Ha pem Fallos stars as Tervette with praised performances and engaging choruses throughout the performance.

Les Cloches de Corneville St. Mv 3 Daodencog Road Fing Operatic Society L. Coches de Corneville de Lin Ae Caal Tervette Mix Ethel Ha Pem Fallos Phafagies

Auction Sale of Bil Estate Subdivisions on the Hill

A large sale of the Hil Verte Pome Nepesntas estate subdivides 110 lots on a prominent hill crest between Milton and Frankston. The auction at the railway station begins at 3 o clock today Saturday, with Messrs Morton and Son and A H Sehir arranging. Strong transport, canal and road access near Glen Eire and related roads boost value.

A. H. Sehier

Prahran Council Appoints Multiple Committee Members

Prahran Council met Monday evening and endorsed appointments. Dr E B Wilin was appointed Commissioner on the Metropolitan Board of Works replacing ex-Dr Nicolson. Dr G N Heyward was named to represent South Yarra on the Institute committee. Win M McTinrics J P and Co H Woodfull elected on Municipal Association. Chairs named for public works health parks and gardens and library committees.

Pakran E. B. Wilin Sheeltournsant Matropoliten Board of Works Nicolson G. N. Heyward J.P Soutth Yarra Yard Manage Mer Prahran Mechanics Institute Ce Win M. McTinrics

Prahran Industries Notified Of Factory Registration Approvals

Prahran Industries reports approvals under the Factories and Stops Act for registrations on premises listed by R Brown at 489 Toorak Road with eight employees in blouses, Gemployes, SNetinn, and High erect. MA Beatlalt at 27 Taete Street shows 29 workers in needed tasks, and Mee Anderson at 24 Toordie Road lists a laundry operation with five employees.

Prahsem Council R. Brown Toorak Road Weat Anderson Toordie Road

Ex Dr Nicolson Honored by Prahran Council Tribute

On Saturday evening at the Town Hall the retiring Prahran City Council member Ex r Roper Shalsam was celebrated with gifts including a gold chain a silver-mounted umbrella a pipe and a gold-mounted pipe rack all inscribed. The event referenced Dr Nicolson as both a public figure and private citizen with warm remarks and congratulations.

Nicolson Roper Shalsam Prahran Peese Citzen

Honor Board for Prahran Band Pride of service noted

The Prahran band receives an honor board honoring members enlisted for active service. A Crown, Australia Flag and Union Jack design decorates the piece, framed and presented with pride. Names inscribed include E J Rowbottom C Coram A Ardnysts G Morgan W Scettergood G Moffa'r Code Cy Wallpass L Jackson and others.

exCe J & Morin Morris Wader E J Rowbottom Coram Ardnysts Morgan Scettergood Moffa Code Cy Wallpass L' Jackson

Masonic Memorial Stona and Jubilee Commemoration Plans

A notice from the Masonic organization outlines a memorial at Two Cottages on Punt Road to commemorate the jubilee of Freemasonry in Victoria. Sir Alexander J. Peacock chairs the board of management. Wor Bro F Dunham and R Wor Bro C W Mithell are key officers. committee invites life governors and subscribers to attend the ceremony.

Victoria Punt Road Alesandr J, Peacock Bro F. Dunham The Meson Homes R. Wor Bro. C. W Mitehall G.W

Prahran Council Accepts Tender Bids for Cartage Cement Oil and Fuel

The Prahran Council has accepted tenders for general cartage. Fareington provides a horse dray and driver at 13 per day. Ake Cartage offers two horses at 35 per day. Cement bids include Kinghats Dros and Mitchells Cement at 14/9 per cayk delivered to depot. Oils supply through Vacuua 0] Cou with schedule rates. Wood fuel tender awarded to Tregear Drew for box blocks at 25/tu per tom fed um at 24/ per fod.

Prahran Fareington Dray Aso Ake Kinghats Dros Mitchell's Cement Cayk Frewood Fedum

Fragmented OCR diary snippet on dog bite and misread quotes

A garbled passage describes a dog bite incident and fragmented dialogue about location and requests. The text includes unclear names and stray phrases resembling a police station and medical concerns but lacks coherent facts.

St Kilda Patriotic Committee Holds Annual Meeting

The St Kilda Patriotic Committee and St Kilda branch of the Victorian Red Cross plus the Lady Mayoress’s Patriotic League Australia Comforts Fund met at the Town Hall to elect officers for the year. Net proceeds from entertainments and contributions totalled £7,168 20s 10d with major disbursements to Red Cross, Belgians, repatriation, and other funds.

Bt Kilda Patriotic Committee St. Kilda Red Crow St. Kilde Peltfolic League Australia Comforts Fund Town Hall Rrina Brits Red Cross Baush Red Crows Camforia Rei Cross Amt Society Maternelle Reelands H.W. Saroee Nahum Barnet Lourge & Te Boan Wentral 4 Goverment House Lidy Mayores Jacobsin Ia Ébarke

Prahran Branch Honors Cricket Club Figures at Awards Night

The Prahran branch held a trophy night with prizes for best all round, highest individual score, bowling average and most catches. Ex Councillor Mortis and other officials presented trophies while a mock wedding provided entertainment. The Kirkz Club meets weekly at the Gall hall and cricket practice occurs Saturdays at Albert Park.

Sam Godwin G Moris G Dana W. Statters H. B. Jones W. Burton Mortis H- Watgan J. Coary HG. Macdonald F. Lee J. N. Kinos Har Eliesbear Bullicsurt Mir Alt B. Buckingham Willian Earl of Bullicaart W W. Walton Taig Plumer Briggso J. Macartney The L. Roberts Carter Bride W . Burton Misers Wedasidey Spellvogel Cairo

Unclear Exchange Cited Incoherent OCR Transcript

Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled dialogue and stray phrases. Names and actions are unreadable, with numerous typos and missing context making a coherent event or subject indiscernible. No definite person, place, or outcome can be established from the readable fragments.

Motor Traffic Case At Prahran Court

At Prahran Court before J P Myenownley Moore and others, motorists faced charges for dangerous driving and near misses. Evidence mixed, with one driver fined five pounds and costs for rapid driving that struck a bicycle and injured a pedestrian, while other cases involved swerving to avoid trams and accidental collisions.

Prahran Court Theredsy Enowley Moore P.M Philip Cohen Plintall Curweo-Walker Melbourne Park Strest Michlon Michell Botanical Gardens Park Sterar Kes Murchad

Prahran City Finances Fortnightly Statement

Prahran city finances show receipts to 6 September 1917 and 27 September 1918 including current rates arrears and interest. Totals include £486 16s 0d since the previous statement and payments of £77 15s 19d, with arrears and collected sums detailed for various dates and rate collections.

Prahran Goth Tates Tates Ay Set Oct., 1916, Bigz Bsi. Collected To G.h Sophy Tate

St Kilde Council Meeting Report From Obscure Text

Incomplete OCR notes describe a Monday council gathering with stray lines about teachers and work, mentioning Mammy and a student context. The fragmentary text lacks clear actions, outcomes, or identifiable entities beyond generic references to teachers and school.

Soothing Compound Promised for Child’s Diraotion Relief

A fragmented advertorial note touts a soothing compound for a month old child’s distress. It claims the remedy by Mrs Whuslow offers relief via a trio of oaths and tea, asserting efficacy against dizziness and other ailments, while linking the product to broader medicinal uses.

Mra Whuslow

Malvern Council Debates Metropolitan Lamp Contract and Transit Plan

Malvern council meetings examine a Metropolitan Gas Co proposal for street lamps and a transit conference. Discussions cover lamp valuations, rate estimates, and municipal rights to tramways, with officials Vallton, Thompson, and Hellen involved in approval and future actions.

Moulders To The Wheel And The Tramway Incident

A chaotic report describes a tramway incident linked to a theatre party and Mr Mier. Mrs Miller’s brother’s gift sparked complaints as the brake failed and caused disruption to travel. Mayor Thompson and Dr. Meganley discuss consequences and potential action.

Wks Mr. Mier Mra Miller Imae

Sunday School Anniversary at Vuot Rud Methodist

The Vuot Rud Methodist Church celebrated its 64th anniversary with a full pews service. Rev Courtenay Thuviae presided as organist G Seluver led music. Miss Ullashee Lats performed a vocal piece. An afternoon program featured speakers Alles M Hoeston and Miss Soy Heuch with a youth program. The evening youth program continued with merit, as attendees anticipated future anniversaries and hymn selections.

B. Wood Courtenay Orga Seeley Planos Uist Ieee Tasias Ponversasiane UC Websstonia Sam Pombioud Darkin Adal Sundias Francia Masa Way Au Feo C Thomas

St Kilda Court Case Highlights Speeding and Larceny Charge

In St Kilda Court, defendants including Deondant and family were linked to a motor trap incident with speeds around 28 miles per hour over a short stretch, while Elizabeth Hunton faced a larceny charge for two hats valued at 5 pounds 1 shilling 8 pence. Evidence placed the car at the scene and detailed related inquiries, with penalties noted for indigence and default.

Messen Rowantehalaren Catan Ltithwick Hartley Mien Curtis Wills Fedstopo Flaabeth Hunton Wallace Stith East St. Kilda Smitty Hell Kevitt

Fragmentary note on geovmn sleep and trenches

A garbled OCR fragment references geovmn sleep and trenches. It mentions Muha and Trenches amid unclear context, offering no verifiable event, date, or organization.

Mituary of Dr Charles Carty Salman in Victoria

The obituary records the death of Dr Charles Carty Salman aged in his sixties in Melbourne Victoria after a long career in education the colonial parliament and freemasonry He was born near Talbot and educated at Geelong College Melbourne University and Brimbourne Glasgow He served in the colonial forces held the rank of lieutenant and was Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Freemasons of Victoria He leaves a widow and three children and the funeral held at Melbourne General Cemetery was attended by notable figures and religious leaders.

Ui Carty Balmon Chas Carty Salman H.s Hicutdedee Walsh + ageet South Vera FH Sedmon Dinisy Hill Talbot Usk X Geotely College Melbourne Australi Elthav Hanis Jeacon Hindley Lybelin J. B Wood Hutdea Jennings Wickford Harrop Mir J. Harrop Oldham England Alent Ritehte Dunolly

Obituary for Jacobby and Local Civic Figures in Victoria

Obituary notices honor Jacoboby a long serving municipal official and trustee, noting his roles with the Atera Balitan Board and hospital management. The report covers his death, funeral at St Rita Cemetery, and the community’s tribute from councillors and business leaders. Also memorialized are elderly UK-born executives and a Victorian businessman, detailing their career paths, families, and funeral arrangements.

Malvern Council Members Toast Officials at Meeting

At the Monday routine session Mayor Thompson congratulated Dr. McKinley for a long tenure as chairman of the county planning council and praised Dr. Wikle for election as chairman of the Public Works Committee.

Thompuiar McKinles Om Toime Dan Wikie Bwine Aluctet

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