Displaced Persons Housing Plan Opposed by Braybrook Council
Sunshine Porcelain Potteries sought permission to erect twenty eight rooms in three huts for displaced Europeans at the factory site. Critics warned of industrial unrest and precedent while proponents urged wartime production needs and Australian housing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine Porcelain Potteries
Europe
Braybrook
Mondy
Mr. Drayton
Japan
Australia
Drayton
Lennell
Barrett
Commonwealth
Hayden
Barclay
Pennell
Crs
McDonald
Beachley
Salmond
Dobson
Bea Drayton
Sunshine Turf Cricket Club forms with strong turnout
A Sunshine Turf Cricket Club general meeting at the Town Hall elected four principal officers led by CG Carlton as President. Vice Presidents Dr Jeffree Dr Barclay Dr Haviden and W Singleton were chosen along with a committee including A M Boyd R Hand Makey J Davies J H Adam G Tippett W Watson and G Crook with power to add. A Priest welcomed to Sunshine pledged to advance district interests and a next committee meeting was set for Tuesday night at the Advocate Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine Turf Cricket Club
CG. G. Carlton
J.P
Snr
A. Beachley
N. G. Green
W. Singleton
Dr. Jeffree
T. R. Barclay
F. Haviden
Messrs
G. Kirby
H. V. Priest
A. 4. Boyd
R. Hand
Hlakey, Snr
J. Davies
J. H. Adam
G. Tippett
W. Watson
GG. Crook
A. Dodson
Priest
Sunshine
Dr. Barclay
Advocate Office
Promotion of Sergeant Dann at Sunshine Court
Congratulations were extended to Sergeant Dann of the local police force at the Sunshine Court on Tuesday on his recent promotion. Supporting Mr. Hammond, P.M., were Mr. W. H. Jones, Dr. R. K. McDonald, and Mr. Walters, Clerk of Courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dann
Sunshine Court
Hammond
P.M
W. H. Jones
R. K. McDonald
J.P
Walters
New Councillor Welcomed at Maribyrnong Riding Meeting
Dr C H Moffat was welcomed as the new councillor for Maribyrnong Riding at the Keiley Council meeting. Shire President Dr Gooch and others praised his youth and energy, while colleagues urged him to serve ratepayers and benefit the Shire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keiley
Maribyrnong
C. H. Moffat
Dr Gooch
Moffat
Dickson
Eddie
Aoman
Davis
Parr
Milburn
Moorhouse
N. Woods
Respondine
Mark's Ball Crowns Belle of the Ball at Shire Hall
St Mark's Annual Ball drew good attendance at Shire Hall on Friday. Miss Gwen Clifton was judged Belle of the Ball and received a sash and trophy from Shire President Dr. T R Barclay who praised the ladies attire. Clifton wore a blue marquisette frock with hooped skirt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mark's
Shire Hall
Gwen Clifton
T. R. Barclay
Miss Clifton
Presbyterian Church Anniversary Observed With Special Services
The church observes its anniversary next Sunday with extra attendance at both services. Rev F Sadler preaches in the morning, and Rev W L Simpson of Knox Church Ivanhoe speaks in the evening. Sun shine Baptist Church hosts an evening hymn service led by Rev E N Carne with readings from the Sankey Hymn Book. All Presbyterians are invited to participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
F. Sadler
W. L. Simpson
Knox Church
Ivanhoe
Sunshine Baptist Church
E. N. Carne
Braybrook Council Plans Vandalism Prevention Booklets
Braybrook Council purchased sufficient copies for each child in the district or a Municipal Association produced booklet to curb vandalism. Dr. Barclay proposed keeping the booklets at schools for periodic civics lessons rather than simple distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Municipal Association
Braybrook
Barclay
United Nations Child Care Drive Visit July Event
Miss Constance Duncan, Welfare Officer for U N N R A Korean Mission in 1946, will speak at the Shire Hall Sunshine next Wednesday July 14 at 7 p.m. The Child Care Committee invites all citizens to attend the annual meeting, elect officers, and view films on the U N A C campaign to aid homeless and hungry children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Asia
Britain
Victoria
Constance Duncan
U.N.N.R
U.N.A.C
Sunshine
At & P.m
Thuncan
United Nations
Shire Hall
al . Opm
Council Faces Strain Over Repeated Charity Appeals
Numerous appeals from charitable organisations flood the Wrayer.ox Council placing it in a difficult position. Although many causes are worthy the council must decide on how much to allocate from estimates. A recent request from Purwood Bays Home sought £50 but remained unfavored. £28 already received drew greater support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ox Council
Conneil
Othe Purwood
Dravien
Barrett
Willamstown Conference Proposed on Market Removal Efforts
City of Willamstown suggested a conference to discuss continuing efforts to remove Newmarket Saleyards. Braybrook Council opposed the idea preferring support for the existing coordinating body of representatives from several councils and progress associations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamstown
Newmarket
Saleyards
Braybrook
Obituary Mrs Margaret Adeline Russell
Mrs Margaret Adeline Russell of Northumberland Road Sunshine died last week from clothes catching fire. She was born in Colac 54 years ago and was widely respected. Funeral Thursday, interred in Footscray Cemetery with Rev H M Moorhouse officiating. Nelson Bros were funeral directors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Adeline Russell
Northumberland Road
Sunshine
Colac
Footscray
H. M. Moorhouse
Nelson Bros
Braybrook Announces Assistant Engineer and Building Surveyor Posts
Applications invited at Shire Hall Sunshine until 10 am Monday 26 July for the positions. Salary 2560 p.a. Municipal Engineer’s Certificate desirable but not essential. State age qualifications experience war service three testimonials required. Further particulars on enquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shire Hall
Sunshine
To Let Two Roomed Sleepout and Large Shed
To let a two roomed sleepout with a large 50 by 12 foot shed near Seddon Station. Apply at 14 Cromwell Street Caulfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seddon
Cromwell St
Caulfield
BOARD AND ROOMS WANTED IN SUNSHINE AREA
Two girls seek private home or boarding setup in Sunshine for privacy. Gentleman seeks board with a private family or boarding house on St Wright St. Young couple planning marriage need two rooms with kitchenette or coin-operated facilities from the first of November. Apply "S.M." or "ALL" through this office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine
S.M
St Wright St
KALSOMINING services advertised in Sunshine area
An advertisement at 20 Kingaroy Street, Sunshine promotes kalsomining with reasonable prices and guaranteed work. The message emphasizes affordable finishes and contractor reliability for local property owners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingaroy St
Sunshine
Voters Lists for Keilor Shire 1948 49 Open for Inspection
Notice states that the Voters Lists for the Shire of Keilor for 1948 49 are in custody and eligible for inspection from July 5 to July 14 at Shire Offices Keilor post offices and railway stations. Doutta Galla Riding list available at B A Bermingham Raleigh Gr North Essendon. Objections and claims due by July 15 1948.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keilor
Doutta Galla
B. A. Bermingham
Raleigh Gr
North Easendon
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Potteries
KE. Drayton
Ahiattave
S.B.C
Queensland
South Australia
West Australia
N.S.W
Bargain
Forges
Rain Coats
Mark
Church News
Sunshine Presbyterian Church
United Nations Appeal For Children
United Nations Organisation
U.N A.C
Ulmun Ila
Shire OF Braybrook
Aravan
Shire OF Keilor
N. A. Woods
Seymour's Corner
Benrd
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