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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1941
Page
3
A letter criticizes Sir Salmond and miners for a wartime strike termed Hunni sh. The author argues independence from party lines is vital, accuses private finance of steering democracy, questions Federal Union appeals, and urges recognizing the true enemy behind global conflict. Agnes E Hyntt signs off.
A letter argues for larger buses on the Sunshine to Footscray line via Ballarat road and Gordon street. It notes private service on Ballarat road is strained since the Tramway Board abandoned Ballarat road and calls for a petition to secure bigger buses without harming the Board. The writer cites private operators' gains on Essex street and urges public utility perspective.
The editorial argues private bus services are crowded amid industrial growth. It cites tramway-bus withdrawals and urges using larger buses to move more passengers with fewer vehicles, saving petrol and improving traveler comfort.
A public appeal printed in the Argus calls for blood donors for soldiers. Sunshine Red Cross Emergency and volunteers at Royal Melbourne Hospital urge men ages 16 to 65 to roll up, with women already responding, noting donation is painless and vital to save lives. Miss R E Webster leads the drive and can be interviewed daily 10 am to 4 pm.
On December 19 1940 Albion Mothers' Club gave Albion scholars a Christmas treat with ice cream lollies and gifts. A Christmas tree laden with toys stood as Santa’s spirit was felt. Mr Cunningham hosted a picture afternoon and prizes were awarded to girls and boys across grades. Mrs Mouncey spoke for the mothers' club with wishes for future prizes and success for departing students.
Cricket officials list players for Wattle and Sunshine teams to be chosen at 2.15 pm from long rosters including Simpson Paterson Jones Hand Buttimer Lowe Hand McPherson Scobie Styles Aguébhus Watkins Reidy Clayton Fraser Paterson Silvey McFadyen McKenzie Thornton Perry Maloney Campbell and for Sunshine from Hitler Haxby Frazer Allen Harwood Greenwood Schmidt Duxson Haxby Spurling Stone Caulfield plus Patten Brown Lowe Fraser Mounsey Taylor Batten Gibson Mounsey and Albion names Willey Steadman Harry Banks Ross Battle Clayton Butler and other players noted.
First meeting of the year shows attendance drop as many remain on holidays or unaware of date. Cricket team holds a strong season standing and seeks more member support. Sunday trip to Woori Yallock departs Hyett’s corner at 9 and returns via Ballarat crossing and post office. A February 65th picture night for the cricket club is urged. Dispensary delegates indicate finance trends. Active Service levy may be due in full at next meeting.
Mr W. R. Dick Perry was notified of achieving the highest marks in Australia for his Commercial Law paper in recent Melbourne University examinations.
Loyal Sunshine Lodge and Deer Park Lodge announce meetings at Caxton House and Deer Park Hall respectively next Monday and Monday at 7 30 p.m. Albion Lodge 5182 and Sunshine division of I O C F schedule Tuesday and Wednesday gatherings in St Johns Hall and St Marks Hall with secretaries listed.
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