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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1936
Page
3
Vets report repeated thefts at a Phoenix Sunshine shop where doors were broken and fireworks stolen. The material is highly explosive and risk to life is noted. A boy caught in the act appeared at Sun dine Children's Court and was admonished and bound to good behavior for twelve months.
The report notes stock earning parereRER certificates and prizes at Burnley Competition and Leaing, with remarks on type and size of the entries.
Attendance at the Sunshine Lodge Masonic Ball exceeded prior gatherings with over 220 dancers including 20 visiting lodge masters and wives. War Bro. H B Oakes presented a cutlery cabinet to Mrs Tomlins, Mixx Dean Stewart won belle honors, and War Bro. E Clark delivered a memorable reply. The event, hosted by Master Wor. Bro. G C Tomlins, concluded with praise for fellowship and sociable success.
Mr W V Gray, blacksmith and wheelwright at 2 Yerrimut Street Sun Shine, has taken over the smithy formerly used by Mr P Feeney at Dickson Street and Withers Street. He invites old and new customers for prompt and efficient shoeing and blacksmithing services.
On Thursday evening next Mr J Jackson will show moving pictures in aid of the Organ fund. He leads the Sunshine Movie Club and his technique is in the professional class.
DAY-OLD CHICKS AND SEXED PALLETS AVAILABLE FROM 1st JULY ORDER EARLY Prices reasonable Larger quantities can be ordered Settings of Eggs all above Breeds always on hand Enquiries ISLAY DERBY ROAD SUNSHINE
Council notes overcrowding on 5.14 and 5.47 pm trains with no railways action forthcoming. UM A to approach government on unemployed relief funds for drainage works. public works committee to draft a programme. Accounts totaling £6733 14s 9d approved. Lorry damage on Sunshine Road cited. engineer says speed kept within limit. Braybrookshire Fire allocation £4405 11s 6d. Wooden crossings discussed. owners must notify, repair within seven days or council may act at owner’s expense. General inspection ordered.
Increased turnout for a Friday euchre tournament run by the Sunshine Football social committee at Hampshire Road offices. Mrs Peel and Mrs Grenfell won first prize with nine games each, while Mr E Smith led the men with 11 games.
Braybrook shire secretary says trust members may resign individually but cannot be forced to resign. Governor in Council could replace members if vacancies occur. Dissolution requires a majority ratepayers petition. Council to review trust plans and seek federal aid for Gordit Avenue and Fitzgerald Road projects. Infant Welfare Centre reports June activity and ongoing child health visits.
The Mothers' Club held its final dance on Saturday, marking the end of its active year. Richards' band provided music that pleased the crowd and the musicians themselves, with the occasion reflecting a fitting close to the club's successful period despite the group no longer operating beyond birthday party arrangements.
Sunshine defeated Glen Iris 26 goals to 6 in a practice match. Thom and Walker impressed on the forward line, Hogan scored twice as Clough in goal contributed to the win. Sunshine set to host St. Kilda next Saturday with potential final four chances. Social events include a July theatre night at the Majestic and a lacrosse dance at Town Hall on August 15 with proceeds aiding club funds.
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