Justice To Act Prompts Saturday Morning Publication
A note indicates the Justice To Act paper titled The Teacer Justice To Act is published every Saturday morning with a March 11 issue dated.
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Newspaper
Preston Leader
Location
Preston, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 11, 1916
Page
2
A note indicates the Justice To Act paper titled The Teacer Justice To Act is published every Saturday morning with a March 11 issue dated.
A crowded gathering addressed by Colonel Springthorpe and Archibald Strang urged enlistment among Australian men for the war effort. Speakers emphasized national duty, sacrifice, and pride as the crowd listened to appeals and songs fostering unity and resolve.
The text notes the Army Fifty-First Battalion now to be constituted with 17 men, listing names and places and detailing recruitment progress. It mentions Northucksville Preston Whittledoon and the need to supply 18 soldiers at a monthly rate for defense, with executive committees preparing to interview and enroll volunteers.
The report notes a recruiting sergeant at EW Recruiting Feagra faces illness and a temporary leadership gap. Sergeant Bevin Wable is mentioned, with plans to coordinate future recruiting drives and prepare units for potential deployment, while monitoring volunteers and maintaining office operations.
The article lists names of local men enlisting or training for service, including Private Ry P Dysony Tharmafiy who enlisted on 20 January and trained at Melbourne, plus relatives and other townsfolk preparing for deployment. It notes leave, unit transfer, and home-front activity as well as commemorative details for those serving in various theaters.
Local group chaired by A W Suilian plans a fund drive for a school building. Receipts total 279 pounds with 18 shillings balance. Audited accounts show active committees, monthly meetings, and a program including readings by Madam Richards and Mr Picton. Notable notices include a cross charity event, new members, and upcoming lectures.
The quarterly magazine event was led by Me J. Suteh in All State hall. Northeotn branch of the Urldisl Koil Deoay proposed using funds for ongoing Usa road work and urged NSU A. to appoint Wu Febru Hive. Delegates debated constitution changes and sought tangible results for progress. A new country presentation was planned for Private Joshtan.
The meeting of the Warragal council heard arguments on conscription amid wartime recruitment. Speakers like Dr. Hayes and Dr. Plant argued for or against compulsory service, noting 14 000 volunteers yet insisting on a smoother system and urging government action. The discussion reflected strong public tension between voluntary service and potential conscription across Australian states.
The Thornbury Theatre presents a lively dramatic production featuring Gaby Doalyw in a grand stage tale. Hueyene and Tega support a witty cast while EMA Is aoe brant adds musical flair in a bustling evening.
A rundown of sermons and services at multiple local churches. Readings and themes include sketches on duty and faith, with plans for Diamond Jubilee and memorial tablets. Preachers named include Frank Joong and others with arrangements for Holy Week and Sunday school anniversaries.
Local shire notes report heavy fruit shipments from Anglos area and disrupted consignments. Officials invite tenders Monday 28th for road work and supplying 200 gas 2 inch metal Hewenent rods with bids due by 2pm. Lowered turnout and unclear names reflect a chaotic OCR reading.
Preston Rod Gross Society held a Monday meeting with Mrs Stanixke presiding in a large attendance. A cheque was received from the Loyeen of P. Moveu oid Geluo ZT. Mrs Sheppaid paid tribute to the secretary for long service. Mrs Hy Tokins was elected as warderney. The text notes a resignation accepted with regret and mentions Wool at Cyumor Street.
The fovtnightly meeting held on Fay was presided by Sis Angus. Attendance was good and funds were raised for a double harvest Tavs match. After the event a fruit shina was served though Ange had spent. ProveneY Bale and Willius dyor were noted for upcoming events.
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