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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1951
Page
5
City of Sunshine resolves to issue debentures of £26000 at 3 7 6 percent annual interest to be repaid in forty semiannual payments of about £865, last due 1 February 1972. A council meeting August 18, 1951 at 7 40 p.m. will consider confirmation of the resolution.
The ad touts sturdy British Bulldog trucks as the best value in the commercial field. It urges buyers not to delay amid rising prices and dwindling stocks and promises financing at 46 percent with full manufacturer warranty and service.
Sunshine Cabinet Works claimed a council stormwater drain caused a fracture in its fire sprinkler system and sought £95 9s 3d for repairs. The deputy engineer admitted partial responsibility and suggested paying half, after agreeing to contact the firm.
Sun shine Council agreed to call tenders for constructing a shoulder on each side of South Road at an estimated cost of £2,500. The project ties into a wider plan for a 99 feet road, deemed urgent to prevent potential Bus services disruption by the Tramways Board.
Sun Shine Council inspector reported the proposed petrol pump at the Vine Street Ballarat Avenue corner would block traffic sight lines. The alternative suggested was converting Dodd's Farage pumps to electric power.
Sunshine's town clerk said on Monday there was little likelihood authorities would approve shortening polling hours. Only Nunawadine and Sunshine have different hours, but metropolitan cities are fixed at 8 pm by the Local Government Act, making a 7 pm closing unlikely.
The Shire of Keilor announces an election for one councillor per riding to be held on August 23, 1951, due to retirements. Nomination Day is August 7, 1951, at Keilor Shire Hall, with Norman R Woods as Deputy and returning officers named for Doutta Gally, Maribyrnong, and Tullamarine ridings.
Sunshine four lost to Westgarth 4 to 2 with infield errors costing runs. Sunshine Seconds fell 22 to 2 as Westgarth exploited a 13 run inning due to sloppy defense. Sunshine Thirds beat Alphington, showcasing teamwork. Sunshine A and B teams host games at Williamstown with schedules and player lists noted.
Saturday's stroke winner Jim Fisher with 5 nett. Sunday July 20 Invitational Mixed Foursomes saw A Gale and Mrs Reg Wilson win 69 nett. Men's 18 hole stroke won by A Dennis with 70 nett. Trophies donated by local members. Next Saturday features Men's Canadian Foursomes. Social day July 24 included nine hole stroke won by Mrs Cudderford 85 nett and Canadian Foursomes won by Mrs J Robinson and Mrs A Russell 45 nett. Associates' Championship final Aug 1 saw Mrs A Gale defeat Mrs Burgess 44p. Mrs D Crawford won July 28 stroke 68 nett. Mrs A Perry 63 on Aug 1. A July 30 social day at Williamstown Golf Club ended in a victory for Williamstown and a jovial turnout.
Braybrook defeated Seddon to push into contention for the final four. Braybrook 63 points to Seddon 55 as Kelly starred with three goals and Midge ton Cochran and others stood out in a balanced display. Goalkickers included Kelly three Kinder Tucker Richards Coldwell and Stewart.
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