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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1951
Page
2
Keilor Council voted to increase the general rate from 2/6 to 3/6 amid rising wages and prices. Dr. Davis said the move, though regrettable, was essential and urged lodging a protest against fixed 1939 property values. The annual pay charge was set at 4.5.1/4, and the Shire Secretary warned the current finances are the worst seen.
Keilor Shire President Dr Easton praised improved St Albans line service and urged a deputation to meet the Railways Chief Commissioner on enhancements at St Albans and Sydenham. A vandalism complaint to J B Productions over Hall seats and writers’ area was referred for action. Quotes accepted for exterior hall painting and repairs. cricket ground work and street repairs planned for Sydenham and St Albans. Roads and water supply issues flagged. engineer ordered to inspect Ruth Adelaide and Emily Ruth Streets with a report on Emily Street.
Mr J T Rees has been appointed Shire Engineer and Building Surveyor for Keilor Council. The Shire President Dr Easton and councillors extended their best wishes as he begins his duties.
Scout News reports the Eagles top the patrol points for the month, winning the challenge pennant for the third consecutive time and holding the attendance and work play championship flag. The Troop breaks up on Friday 14 December 1951 with new joiners invited next year after Tenderfoot and Axemanship tests and a £2 deposit due by tomorrow.
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