Ambulance brigade urged to emulate Queensland model
The Advocate criticizes Sunshine’s ambulance service for charging fees and lacking modern facilities. It praises Queensland’s system funded by subsidies and subscriptions, argues for a well equipped, freely provided service, and notes Mounsey’s offer to supply trained men. A meeting at Town Hall aims to rally support despite council clashes. Barbara Hutton’s arrival and foreign capital note add context.
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How the Big Powers Fight for Peace
Former State Governor Somers returns to scenes of past triumphs and proclaims a divine mission to lead the world to peace. The piece compares England France and the United States in carrying out this mission, notes arms trade profits, and cites 1930 figures showing Britain leading exports and the resilience of munition manufacturing despite calls for restraint.
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Geneva
New York Times
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Quakers
Sant Fae Ae
Sunshine Borough Debate Moves Forward at Town Hall
Sunshine Progress Association meetings at the Town Hall saw Councillors Henry Skewes and Alf Lowe endorse withdrawing Sunshine from Braybrook Shire to seek borough status. A sub committee was formed to draft the case, map proposed boundaries, assess revenue and liabilities, and plan public debate to educate residents.
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Alf. Lowe
Braybrook
J. H. Adams
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Skewes
Lowell Wan
A. J. Boyd
W. Cripps
Crs
More Police Needed in Sunshine District
Dr. Lowe urged in a Progress Association meeting at the Town Hall that Sunshine require another constable. He noted three officers already cover a large area from Tottenham to Sydenham, hindering proper attention to business and residential zones. The council was asked to apply to the Police Commissioner for an additional man, a motion carried with Dr. Skewes agreeing.
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