Speedway dispute over unauthorised Maribyrnong Reserve work
At the Braybrook Council meeting last week Dr Barrett charged Kirton Speedway Company with installing a Wheel of Death sideshow at the Maribyrnong Reserve entrance without permission. The reserve committee and Council had no contract or approvals. Discussions urged legal advice and possible injunction or demolition, with blame centered on a single man acting without company sanction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barrett
Pennell
Dobson
Parson
Bartlett
Reserve Committee
Next Issue of Advocate January 9th 1948
The Sunshine Advocate office of C G Carlton Pty Ltd will be closed from December 1st 1947 to January 5th 1948 for the Christmas holiday. There will be no Sunshine Advocate on December 26th or January 2nd. The next issue will be Friday January 9th. The proprietors extend season greetings to readers and business associates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. G. Carlton Pty. Ltd
Sunshine Advocate
Old Age and Invalid Pensions Payment Date Advise
Notice states that pensions due on 1 January 1948 will be paid on 31 December 1947. Payment applies to old age and invalid pension beneficiaries and is scheduled by the issuing authority.
It's a Race Against Time Four Days Left at Forges
Four shopping days remain at Forges with limited stock and deep discounts on men’s shirts, socks, suits, slacks, ties, underwear, and beachwear. Highlighted offers include Exacto polo shirts, wool socks, ready tailored suits, silk dressing gowns, and various color assortments with coupon values and clearance pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exacto Cellular
Triumph
Internit
Ars Bop Mensii
iAlso Beach
Anon & Knickeralls
Swami
Mies
Bond
Toyian
Horses as a hobby wins council approval in residential area
In Barb Street Barbary is motioned for three horse loose boxes to support a hobby, not a business. After debate with engineers and doctors, the council grants permission subject to hobby use only by a 6 to 5 vote amid concerns of future similar requests and zoning limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penneil
Lynch
Barrett
Parsons
Hayden
Maidstone
Dobson
Pennell
Larger Site Needed for Health Centre
Braybrook Council Health Committee recommends extending the site opposite the Shire Hall Sunshine by appealing to Railways for more land or moving to a larger area. If land is obtained the plan includes Infant Welfare Centre Toddlers Play Centre Ante Natal Centre Kindergarten for 60 children and Girl Guide accommodation per prior agreement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shire Hall
Sunshine
H. V. McKay
Braybrook
Cra
R. Barclay
E. Drayton
F. Hayden
R. Barrett
Medical Officer of Health Appointment At Braybrook Shire
A report in the Advocate notes Braybrook Shire appointed Dr. K Brennan as Medical Officer of Health. Brennan was the only applicant with military service. others considered were Drs Jorree of Sunshine and Shelton of Ong. Dr Hickey of Station Place Sunshine had served two years with the ALF but was not an applicant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Braybrook Shire
Advocate
K. Brennan
Hickey
Station Place
Sunshine
ALF
Brennan
Jorree
Shelton
Ong
Braybrook Shire President and Mrs Barclay Christmas Greeting
Christmas and New Year greetings from the Shire President and Mrs Barclay to the residents of the Shire of Braybrook. They express wishes for progress and wisdom for the good of the Shire and mankind, with a New Year wish for peace in industry and happiness in the home, and thanks for assistance and cooperation during the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barclay
Braybrook Council Faces Weak Chance in Noxious Trade Case
Braybrook Council shows little prospect of blocking Wilcox Mofflin Ltd from establishing a noxious trade. Shire President Dr Barehiy plans to move at Monday’s meeting to rescind the contesting motion and then seek permission for the trade establishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Braybrook
Wilcox Mofflin Ltd
Dr. Barehiy
Tnpe
Garantie
Harvester Dinner Honors Longtime Employees at Hampshire House
Harvester management hosted a reunion for retired and active employees at Hampshire House. The event, urged by the Council of Employees, honored faithful service and allowed reminiscences. Two factory departments the Fitters and Tinsmiths also saluted retirees from their ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council of Employees
Fitters and Tinsmiths
Board and Rooms Wanted in Mixed Notice
Classified brief seeks room and board arrangements. Mentions couple with good pets preferred and furnished options. Includes unclear filler text and partial phrases about contact or reply.
Sunshine Presbyterian Welcomes Rev F Sadler and Spouse
A large crowd gathered at Sunshine Presbyterian Hall on Wednesday evening to welcome Rev F Sadler and Mrs Sadler. Congregation and district ministers delivered welcoming speeches and the Shire President Dr T R Tarielio spoke for the civic fathers. The event featured various items and an excellent supper, making it a very enjoyable occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine Presbyterian Hall
Trew
F. Sadler
Presbyterian Church
T. R. Tarelio
Sp Dber
Sun Shine Pool Repairs Backed by Braybrook Council
Public Works Committee chair Dr. Hayden described the pool as a disgrace and a potential death trap for toddlers. The council agreed to hire two men to clean debris and, after holidays, to begin improvements to the pool.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine
Hayden
Public Works Committee
Braybrook Council
London College of Music Examinations Successes
At the London College of Music Examinations the Footecray based group of students earned various honors and passes. Anstis of Barkly Street saw ALCM and advanced senior results including Par sons and McGillivray, with Swingler and Davidson achieving honors and first class passes among others across Junior and Elementary levels. Preparatory pupils Catlons Penny Tomlins also secured honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London College of Music
Anstis
Barkly Street
Footecray
A.L.C.M
June Beet
Helen Parsons
Marie McGillivray
Barbara Swingler
Beverly Davidson
Joan Mudge
Shirley Woodman
Betty Hummel
Elaine Hummel
Lynette Dower
Valerie Thatcher
Kathleen Turnbull
Marcel Pocock
Wendy Catlons
Audrey Penny
Lo Tomlins
Retired M Roy Blake opens new Sunshine Salon
M Roy Blake CRA AF Ret formerly of 68 Hampshire Road announces he has recommenced business at his new salon located at 3 Station Place Sunshine. A cordial welcome is extended to old and new clients as the enterprise restarts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cra.a.f
Hampshire Rd
Station Place
Sunshine
Housewife Orders Pears and Peaches for Melbourne Delivery
Direct orchard fruit from William Pears and boat varieties offered to Melbourne and suburban areas in Victoria. About 40 cases of ib a 17/6 per case, NSW 19/6 per case. Apply with postal note to G Barnett Box 32 Morroopna Goulburn Valley Victoria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Pears
Melbourne
Victoria
G. Barnett
Morroopna
Goulburn Valley
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Wheel OF Death
FORGE
Shire of
Harvester
H. V. McKay Massey Harris
Hampshire House
Rev. F. Sadler
M* Roy Blake
Housewives
Seymour's Corner
Seymour's Clothing Insurance
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