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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1924
Page
5
At Braybrook Council a decision was made to issue distress warrants when Court orders are ignored. The rate collector reported action in the worst cases, with the solicitor handling the rest. One case saw a ratepayer asking time to pay, but the council opted to escalate to the elector to obtain the money or levy the ratepayers goods.
The Advocate issue offers holiday greetings from the proprietor and best wishes for a joyous season and a prosperous New Year. A useful calendar is published with this issue for readers.
As presses roll on the centenary of Hume and Hovell the St Albans and Deer Park monuments are unveiled. About 37 memorials dot the region with Back Kereex School near Yackandah praised for its beauty and fundraising. Kilmore features a repurposed gaol tower. Deer Park hosts a basalt obelisk while St Albans displays a rock cairn.
On Saturday December 1 Braybrook Club traveled to North Melbourne Royal Park ground to face the local side. Braybrook won by 36 points amid an enjoyable contest with L Prescott 25 Parkinson 13 and J Kelly 13 among top scorers. Final notes mention Port Melbourne, a December 6 weep atake, and Braybrook advancing toward Collingwood with hopes to beat the home team during Christmas and New Year events.
The St Albans Progress Association held a Monday meeting with limited attendance. Debate centered on a request for electric light and power for St Athans, with figures discussed for past and future works. Details of salaries and project timelines were set, and plans include a street works program and a forthcoming excursion. Local cricket and bowling results noted, including Ramblers victory and upcoming tent match.
A gift evening in Sunshin decorated for Miss Eileen Thompson of Hidley Street as she prepares to embark on the voyage to Rustele Tony. The gathering drew many local figures and friends who offered best wishes, with music, speeches, and a light program celebrating the upcoming marriage.
Fragmented report covers racing results with several named participants and event notes. It also sketches Albion area council matters including contractor critique over pitcher-setting and potential robbery references, with no clear resolution described.
Sunshine Garage advertises a double seater Dodge CAN in splendid running order for 165 pounds.
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