Post War Planning in Williamstown and Braybrook
The City of Williamstown forms a Post War Manning Committee to discuss social and other improvements for a growing municipality. Braybrook Shire aims to build a model working class suburb, urging capable, democratically minded councillors. The piece questions the realisation of a “new order” and warns on funding for civilian reintegration after war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamstown
Briybrook
Melbourne
Braybrook
Braybrook Shire
Laurence Thorpe Leads Vagrancy Head Arrests
Inspector Laurence Thorpe and his squad rounded up the head of a vagrancy ring. He conveyed the glad tidings to the Council on Monday night drawing cheers and urgent calls for action. Dr Skinner, praising the work, called it neat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurence Thorpe
Laurence
Movement to restart the Dads' Association locally
A campaign to revive the Dads' Association, formed after the last war to aid returning servicemen, is under way with a forthcoming meeting. The aim is to balance veteran support with new leadership while continuing rehabilitation and employment efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dads’ Association
District Warden filled amid wartime nerves and praise
District Warden position has been filled easing public worry that the Shire would lack leadership. The note highlights the role of the A.R.L.P. and defends council publicity while promising vigilant oversight of ratepayer rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.rlp
Council
Brown-out lighting debate in Sunshi Williamstown area
Premier Jonatan says relaxing local lighting restrictions would follow a national trend seen in South Australia and other cities. He notes the brown-out remains similar to Victoria and that the area around Sunshine Moat to Martin Street sees many pedestrians near the railway station, where a few more subdued lights could help without signaling the enemy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonatan
Sunshi
Williamstown
Footscray
South Australian
Sydney
Brisbane
Victoria
Miartin Street
Delvery Zoning and War Service Impact
Public discontent grows over zoning delivery of goods and wartime manpower use. A stated percentage of bakers, dairies and butchers called for war service fuels public resentment at lost business courtesies and the erosion of trusted retailer customer relations amid the war effort.
Duty of every citizen at war's end urged by women
The piece urges preserving the glorious heritage for which women are sacrificing during the war. It calls on every citizen to uphold duty at the war's conclusion and resist regimentation reputedly planned for all time.
The New President In the Springtime of Omins
In the Braybrook Shire voters face a municipal election under the blackfellows act with no council changes. Dr Pennell was runner up to Dr Drayton last year, and a son may mimic the late Dr G W Pennell to become President, though Stavbrook Council may produce an unforeseen twist. The spring tip remains to wait a bit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omins
Flemington
Randwick
Shire of
Braybrook
Blackfellows
Pennell
Dr. Drayton
Af Thal
Sunday Ban to Stand In Council Over By Law
AL Pennell considered moving to extend the by law banning sports on Council grounds but withdrew after calculating defeat. Prominent church leaders attended the meeting yet councillors ignored protests from clergymen as the motion collapsed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cr AL Pennell
Alby
Hind
Sevml
Freedom of the Press in War and Peace Debate
Douglas Reed laments press manipulation by wealthy owners and defends free publishing as essential for democracy. The piece cites his warning that truthful, independent reporting must prevail to inform citizens amid wartime pressures and political shifts. Dr Evatt warns against interference as guards of press liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Press of
Australia
Army
Allievnk
Sydney
Drouglit
Binopland
Hitler
Douglas Reed
The Dispensary Annual Meeting Review and Elections
The Dispensary held its annual meeting on Friday July 17 with Hire Blakey retiring president presenting the year’s report. Mackay submitted the balance sheet showing gains, stock value up, cash sales rising to 1266 pounds, and an increased reserve fund from 174 to 415. Sister TD Rewell became president, assisted by J C Jing as Senior Vice President and J Fletcher as Junior VP. Auditors Mackay Taylor reappointed. accounts committee named. A token gift clock was presented to Blakey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hire
Blakey
Mackay
Duff
Bro. Blakey
TD Rewell
Sister Rewell
J. C. Jing
Bro. Fletcher
Bros
Bro. Mackay
Harold
Farewell services and club meeting in St Albans
Mr Dann will be farewelled at 11 am and 7.15 rpm services next Sunday. After the evening service friends may farewell at Mr and Mrs Read's home during supper. St Albans Tennis Club holds its annual meeting in the pavilion next Sunday at 2.30 pm. Wardens urged to attend A R P class Monday with new instructions. First aid class Wednesday at 5 pm. ABLIND CONCERT AT ST ALBANS HALL July plunge proceeds aid the institute for the blind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dann
A.rlp
A.R.P
Dr. Jolly
P.m. Sharp
ST. Albans
Royal Blind Entertainers
St. Albans Hall
Controversy Over ACD Workers and Warden Nomination
A dispute at a formal meeting concerns Cr. R. Barclay and the district warden position. Officials debate the admission of Mr JOT hivehisony Trietan and the role of ACD workers while the Sunshine ALT executive favors Tiavelay’s reinstatement. Jackson asserts cooperation and a smooth continuation of work, with nominations proceeding to enable ongoing operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ape Prowl
Tle
Berens Services
ACD
Harelay
Artten
Aiyelaeiinge
Paneseeris Ge Lowe
Mor Jacksen
Mir Jackson
Ain
Hareliy
ACR
Mershackson
Areeping
R. Par Clay
Scrap Rubber Collection To-morrow In Local Area
The focal Seoute will collect scrap rubber tomorrow in the area bounded by Hampshire Way, Ballarat Road, and Matthews Street. Residents are urged to place all scrap near their water access only for collection early in the morning. Old tyres and rubber of all types are sought. Scouts are to report at the Scout Hall, Martin Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claimpshire Koy
Ballarat Road
Ike
Matthews Street
Martin St
al Ah Alm
Sydenham News announces new Municipal Officers' group member
Jolly IPL Shire President receives notice of appointment to the State branch Committee of the Municipal Officers' Association. Stan Hughes escapes seriousinjury after his motor cycle brake fails near St Albans State School, the bike slews to the roadside, avoiding a rollover. Mechanics' Institute dance winds up a successful and popular time, likely to recur and attract attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jolly
IPL
Municipal Officers’ Association
Stan. Hughes
St. Albans State School
Mechanics’Institute
Sunshine State School Welfare Euchre Event at St Mark’s Hall
The welfare committee held a euchre party at St Mark's Hall with four tables. Prizes went to Lat, Mrs Avery, Mrs McPherson, and Mrs Elibhs, with Mrs Betts winning the competition prize. Afternoon tea was served, and future euchres will occur every third Wednesday at 1 shilling entry, next on 26th July.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mark's Hall
Avery
McPherson
Elibhs
Betts
Ewchre
Sewing machine needed by Braybrook camp group
A group of All-aboard members visit Braybrook camp each Wednesday and require a sewing machine for extensive sewing and mending. Major Rusden appreciates their efforts as many boys lack facilities. Donations or machines can be sent to Mrs Gordon, Y Road, or left at the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
All-aboard
Braybrook
Major Rusden
Local fighters named among missing listed names
The local fighting forces report includes a roster of missing personnel with several clearly garbled entries such as Pte do Anthony nt Sunshine Sorp d Bean inf Sunshine Mie Hote Byrne inf Sunshine So 2M Laneh Eng Sunshine SrA Mo McKeorhnie St Albans Ste Ro TL McKenner Sunshine Corin Tt North Prev Sunmsh e Ciiniep SW Oswin Sunshine Nhaewl Mo Wance Art Sunsh e ie Wood Waite Inf Sonshine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pte Do Anthony
Sunshine Sorp
Bean
Inf
Sunshine Mie
Hote
Byrne
Sunshine So
Laneh
Eng
Sunshine Sra Mo McKeorhnie
St. Albans
Ste Ro
Waite
Sonshine
British Subjects Own New Local Cafe In Town
Controversial letters discuss a new cafe owned by individuals identified as British subjects with Greek heritage. The anonymous writer questions local misunderstandings and calls for corrections about identity and affiliations amid public scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Cafe
Wedding of Misa Rose Noble and Henry V Hunt in Narrandera
The Presbyterian ceremony united Misa Rose Noble of Narrandera New South Wales and Henry V Hunt. The bride was cherished by church members and the groom, a Commonwealth Fire Officer, received warm esteem. The service, conducted by Flow Wl Rivas, minister of the church, celebrated their nuptials with traditional rites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Misa Rose Noble
Henry V. Hunt
Narrandera
New South Wales
Hunt
Bonnay
Commonwealth
Anne Margaret Kiely
Rivas
St Marks Church 47 Years Old Anniversary Events
St Marks Church marks its 47th anniversary with a delayed dedication on a moonlit night. The service lineup includes a Holy Gamm, films on Australian Aborigines, a 7 pm musical service with an augmented choir, and solos by Mr. Weishoit and Mrs. Parson. Rev A L Coutanche preaches. organiser Dorham directs the organ and choir. Confirmation classes begin with varied schedules for boys, girls, and adults.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sundi
St. Mawh
Chivel
Hagland
Australia
A. L. Coutanche
Wor Weishoit
Footscray
Shelley
Sunshine A.L.P. Calls Boycott of Sunday Dairy Deliveries
The Sunshine branch of the A.L.P. urged unionists to boycott dairymen who deliver milk on Sundays. The resolution was carried at the first meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine
The
A.L.P
Also Mentioned on This Page
C.G.C
Bass’ Association
Delvery Zoning
FORGE
St. Albans News
St. Albans Church of England
Cr. R. Barclay
Sydenham News
Sunshine State School
Dmnprenees
Tony Thraws
St. Mark’s Church
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!