Footscray to gain direct state parliament representation
Redistribution plans in Victoria place Footscray a direct state representative via Flemington while Sunshine strains into Footscray Grant and Bulla. Contenders include J J Holland and G M Prendergast seeking Labor endorsement, with Mayor Duncan O Toole and Joseph Cranwell noted as possible candidates. Potential nomination of G F Dobson discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Footscray
Flemington
Sunshine
Grant and Bulla
J. J. Holland
M.L.A
G. M. Prendergast
Labor Party
Duncan O'Toole
J.P
Joseph Cranwell
Braybrook
G. F. Dobson
Loyalty to Sunshine Shopping Week Festivities Begin
Sunshine to-night will host a lively shopping week with bands, free sales, and prizes across most trades. Most shops participate, though Moran and Cato Pty Ltd withdrew at the last moment, while Messrs Fox and McLean join as estate agents. The Kingsville and Armaville Brass Band and Sunshine Pipe Band perform, and a slogan contest with 2/2 prize spots letters into a Empire command line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lomenee
Sunshine
Moran and Cato Pty, Ltd
Mezsie, Fox
McLean
Kingsville and
the Advocate
H. A. Prider
W. J. Bell
The
National Bank
Council Denies Noxious Trade License Over Musical Strings
A council meeting Monday night rejected a proposal for a noxious trade and piggery license supporting a factory to manufacture strings for musical instruments from guts. A £20 cheque was attached, with debate noting potential Beschäftigung of 100 to 115 workers but warnings that it would harm the district. Doctors argued against the venture, urging return of the cheque and maintaining policy against such licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Counciil
Australia
Dobson
Deer Park Farms Leads In Hay Growth Near Boundary Road
Deer Park Farms owned by Mr J Myers grows hay on several hundred acres three miles southeast of Deer Park along Boundary Road. Harvesting is in full swing with many hands employed. Large stacks of prime eaten hay and smaller wheat stacks for threshing are under construction. The Myerses maintain a modern homestead and well kept machinery and stock. From a small ginning operation, Mr Myers has built one of the district’s largest hay properties through hard work and steady management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Myers
Deer Park
Boundary Road
Myers
Advent Sunday Sermon Calls Believers to Set House In Order
The Advent service at St Mark’s Church urged regular attendance by children and parents, with Rev J H Richardson citing Hezekiah as a warning to prepare for the future. The preacher stressed using the new church year for opportunity and accountability, urging all to set affairs in order before life’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mark’s Church
J. H. Richardson
Hezekiah
Kingdom of God
Deer Park Notes Highlight Local Happenings and Failures
Deer Park notes report Mr Jack Coulson says shearing near completion with a likely district record for number of sheep and Jamba shorn in one season. A Brooks resumes position at Sunshine explosive factory after hand injury. Mr and Mrs A Ross honeymoon in the country and plan Deer Park home. F Grigg returns from Portarlington trip for Nobel Australasia Ltd. break up day fete preparations at State School. Mrs Howatson to attend annual function again. Cecil Marsh recovers from quarry injury and resumes work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Coulson
Thomas and Burnside
A. Brooks
Sunshine
A. Ross
Deer Park
Portarlington
F. Grigg
Nobel (Australasia) Ltd
Toulk
Howatson
Cecil Marsh
Station Road
Nearly a Century Maribyrnong ANA Branch Meets On 23rd Inlt
The first half yearly gathering of the Maribyrnong Branch of the ANA was held at Mr Henderson's rooms on Tuesday 23rd inst. Attendance nears 100 members with officers re elected including President R Clancy and Secretary W Henderson. Director Ginn attended and spoke on pref erence for Australian products and manufactures.
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Maribyrnong
A.N.A
Henderson
Ginn
R. Clancy
J. Edwards
W. Henderson
Ansistant
C. Debenham
J. J. Brown
G. Boreham
J. C. Morrison
W. Wilson
G. Carrol
W. McMahon
Arnannee
Clancy
Yubtatty
J. G. Raedis
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H. Flockhart
Sun Crescent
Irma Carlton
Sel
Sunshine Town Hall
Blair Athol Coffee Palace
Hampshire Road
Blair Athol
Outida
Melbourne
E. J. Aird
Jetresy
R. J. Widdy
Glengarry
Ridley St
B. J. McIntyre
Sunshine Co-operative Society
Anderson Rd
Ith Wheelwright & Blacksmi
P.M. Feeney
Dickson
W. G. Thomas
Deer Park Farms
Uatralia
Murton
Housewives
Sunshine the Shine Meat Supply
W. E. Glendenning
Motor Hire
Oldsmobile
Eric Smith
Wyuna
Anderson Road
W. Armour & Co
Ladies’ and Gent’s Tailors
Dickson Street
Sunshine Timber Yards
Henderson & Graham
Oregon
L.F
UDG
Murdock
Brandes
Speke Farrand
Peres
Sunshine Radio
Hampshire Bowl
Wales
W. J. Montgomery Builder & Contractor
King Edward Avenue
Sunbeam Cafe
C. Clancy
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