Memorial Hall Proposed for Shire Branch Ex-Servicemen
Sunshine Sub-Branch of the R.S.S.A.I.S.A. seeks to build a memorial hall in Braybrook Shire for World War I and II veterans. The site on Dickson Street would host a large hall, clubrooms, and facilities for dances, concerts, billiards, and welfare work, with community donations urged and acknowledged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SHIRE
Sunshine
R.S.S.A.I.S.A
Shire of
Braybrook
R.S.L
League
Ted” Richards
H. V. McKay
Massey Harris Pty. Ltd
Dickson St
Local Women Cricketers Shine in Melbourne Series
Joan Schmidt and Myrtle Craddock starred in interstate women's cricket clashes in Melbourne with strong batting and bowling. The two district players earned selection in the interstate team, marking a proud moment. Myrtle Craddock, a versatile athlete, is set to represent Australia in basketball against New Zealand.
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Joan Schmidt
Myrtle Craddock
Melbourne
Joan
Myrtle
Australia
New Zealand
Braybrook Shire poised for Birmingham of Australia growth
Building permits totalled 534,544 with 442 issued in Braybrook Shire. Population nears 14,000, projected to 50,000 by 1967. Housing Commission completed 56 homes Albion, 14 in Braybrook Maidstone. about 600 houses in progress or built in two years amid factory expansion and open land ready for development.
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Shire of
Braybrook
Melbourne
Birmingham
Australia
H. V. McKay
Sunshine
Housing Commission
Albion
Maidstone
Bottle Your Own Fruit For Melbourne Housewives
Scarce canned fruits prompt advice to bottle your own. Choice William pears and top peaches offered direct from orchard to Melbourne and suburban areas with regional delivery. Victoria case weights around 40 Ibs priced 17/6. NSW case 19/6. Apply with postal note stating your station to G Barnett Box 32 Morroopna Goulburn Valley Victoria.
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William Pears
Melbourne
Victoria
G. Barnett
Morroopna
Goulburn Valley
Housing Commission defended during pre Christmas session
Dr A E Shepherd MP defends the Housing Commission stressing its work in the Maidstone area and western suburbs. He argues many applications are outdated after years and proposes dissection to separate cooperative, war service, and other applicants to reduce substantive cases and clarify future housing needs.
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A. E. Shepherd
Sunshine
Housing Commission
Maidstone
Shepherd
Commission
The
Hous Commission
40 Hour Week Costs Reach Australian Families
An economist told an Advocate representative that moving to a 40 hour week cuts wages by 12 to 16 shillings weekly. He warns costs rise for less production, while living expenses climb with bread, butter, gas, electricity, medicines, hospital fees, and other essentials. Fuel subsidy cut by the Commonwealth raises fuel prices to new highs.
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Commonwealth Govt
Seymour's Corner Sunshine Sale Encourages Window Shopping
Sunshine and District shoppers are urged to browse Seymour's Corner for deep cuts on overstocked and out of season lines this month February groups are forming applications now requested. Successful ballot numbers for this week include 144 167 210 293 337 365 486 477 546 573 00 661 738 755 B07 892 644 972 1006 1054 1100.
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Sunshine R.S.L. Appeals For
FORGE
H.V
Shire 15
Housewives
Ment
Seymour's
Sunshine and District
Stockiaking
Seymour's Clothing Insurance
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