Albion Progress Association Doomed Amid Apathy And Financial Woes
The Albion Progress Association started with strong enthusiasm but now faces apathy from ratepayers, risking a quorum and delaying the public hall project funded last year by a Queen Carnival. Board members fear losing support and consider options including transferring funds to Braybrook Shire Council or a local charity if interest does not improve.
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Albion Progress Association
Albion
Braybrook
Sunshine Mothers Club Plans Ball and Meetings
Sunshine Mothers' Club prepares for a children's ball on Thursday August 3. The usual fourth Wednesday social afternoon is skipped this month and the next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday August 2 with strong attendance urged. The article notes schools require equipment for modern teaching and Mothers' Clubs fill needs left by the Education Department.
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Mothers’ Clubs
Labor Activists Organize Support for Mrs Davidson in Southern Riding
A lively Monday night meeting at a supporter's home formed a live committee to back Labor candidate Mrs N Davidson in the upcoming Southern Riding council election. Local women show keen interest, volunteering to aid a woman who understands women and children's needs.
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Labor
N. Davidson
Davidson
Letter Box opinions on Ball invitations and royal tree planting
Readers urge fair allocation of Presidential Ball tickets for ratepayers and propose inviting applications by allotting double tickets to councillors. A commentator notes such reform risks chaos but argues equity. Another letter suggests planting trees around Deer Park Hall and tennis court with school children helping.
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Parsons
Victoria
Deer Park Hall
J. B. Salmond
Deer Park
Sunshine Horticultural Society Thanks The Editor
A Sunshine Horticultural Society member thanks the editor for ongoing publicity at the annual meeting held Tuesday in Sunshine. The note credits the newspaper with helping the society's activities succeed and expresses sincere appreciation.
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Sunshine Horticultural Society
Sunshine
Committee Plea for Financial Aid to Repair Sheltered Room
In a formal note the public body asks Sister Hancock for support after a critical report. The committee cites debts, uneven user charges, and the need to repair a sulphation damaged roof and an unlined room. They request financial assistance to furnish and insulate the space.
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Hancock
Prac
Hall Committee Secretary’s Plea for Constructive Help
A brief note from F. C. Stenson, Hon. Secy., Hall Committee, urges readers that assistance is valued more than quick critique. The message stresses collaborative effort and steady support for ongoing hall projects.
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F. C. Stenson
Hall
McKay’s Ring the Fire Again in Local Billiards Match
McKay’s club defeated Fire Brigade 44 percent margin after a night of close games at the local fire station. B H Cole of McKay’s won on the night’s final stroke amid standout breaks from Fo Ormston and H Kenny, with several listed results and a suggestion that stewards be invited to the next challenge.
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MccKays's
Fire Brigade
McKay
B. H. Cole
Fo Ormston
H. Kenny
N. Donald
A. Betts
J. Neilson
D. J. Guy
R. Clemson
Boswell
R. Rohner
A. Price
D. H. Frond
E. McGuiness
D. C. Byrnes
W. Pearce
T. Donald
A. Simpson
D. F. Ormston
D. F. Jose
Lacrosse Club Plans 72nd Annual Ball on Thursday
The Lacrosse Club’s 72nd Annual Ball on next Thursday the 27th promises a sparkling evening with novelties and the two Rays of Sunshine Ray Lucas and Ray Roberts at the helm. Speculation swirls over a “Special Novelty Item” organizers describe as the biggest laugh of the year.
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Sunshine
Ray Lucas
Ray Roberts
Stricter Penalties Urged for Car Stealing in Parliament
The R.A.C.V. president Alured Kelly backs a bill before the State Parliament imposing up to five years in prison for car thefts. He notes stolen cars fuel reckless driving and crime, and urges closing loopholes by making it unlawful to move a vehicle without owner consent unless a valid explanation is provided.
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R.A.C.V
Alured Kelly
Recruit Question Sparks Drill Sergeants Lesson on Courage
A sergeant questions six weeks of training, asking what recruits have learned while a trainee mentions fear of death and why soldiers are not afraid. The exchange hints at military mindset and boldness in training.
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Robinson’s
Hampshire Road
Mecca
Guy’s
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