Diphtheria Carrier Dangers Questioned by Health Official
Braybrook Medical Officer of Health Charles Byrne stated that only diphtheria carriers pose danger and that transmission from household members is extremely unlikely unless they are carriers. He noted adults with diphtheria are rare and urged swab tests to determine carrier status before releasing exposed individuals.
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Charles Byrne
Braybrook
Drayton
Parsons
Carr
Artiely Amall
Thrice Convicted Man Charged With Drunken Disorderly Conduct
Leslie James Holman faced court on Thursday for being drunk and disorderly and resisting arrest following a disturbance at the Sunshine railway inn on Saturday. Senior Constable H. McDonald testified Holman, already twice convicted for drinking, was highly intoxicated and resistant when officers arrived. He was fined £1 on the first charge and £2 on the second. More youths linked to the incident are expected to appear next Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine Railway Inn
Leslie James Holman
H. McDonald
Reaponga
J. Holman
Trim
Two Halls for Hospital Dance Tomorrow Night
Nettlefold's Sports and Social Club organizes a charity dance at the Town Hall and Masonic Hall in aid of the Melbourne Hospital Appeal. Tomorrow features modern dancing and a stage show with Terry Alderson, Ern. Roberts' Band, and The Boys performing Behind the Scenes. Tickets admit to both halls at 1 shilling 6 pence for men and 1 shilling for ladies. proceeds go to the appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masonic Hall
Nettlefold
Melbourne Hospital
Terry Alderson
Winter Garden Theatre
Parkdale
Ern. Roberts
J. Davies
Albion Mothers’ Club
New Danger in Wandering Stock Warns Inspector
At the Braybrook Council meeting Inspector L Thorpe warned of wandering dairy cattle contaminating town water sources. Cattle fed on polluted blocks near creeks, prompting calls to cancel daily licences until proper pastures and clean water are provided. Dr Drayton and Dr Garde supported action. council referred the issue to the Medical Officer for a report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Braybrook
L.thorpe
Binini
Dr. Drayton
Gas price fight drives council to press further cuts
Owing to space constraints, the A Re ball report is postponed to the next issue. The Council, unsatisfied with the Colonial Gay Association reply, decided on Monday to seek a further reduction in gas prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golonial Gay Association
Presidential Ball Invitations Sent to Braybrook Ratepayers
The first annual Presidential Ball invitations for the Shire of Braybrook, to be tendered by President Dr W J Pridham and Mrs Pridham, were completed this week and will be mailed in the next fortnight. Debutant training is led by Miss Esme Stewart. A few vacancies remain, but location must be decided by Tuesday.
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Shire of
Braybrook
W. J. Pridham
Fever beds on railway property raise council demand
Dr Dempster urged the Railway Department to clear fever beds on their property at their expense. A health report inspected railway enclosures in Forrest Street and Sun Crescent, noting stagnant pools opposite several residences. The report recommended notifying the Railways to fill the depressions on the whole ground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Dempster
Lr. Byrne
Forrest Street
Sun Crescent
W R. McKay
Dr. Gowland
Gr. Robinson
Bun Crescent
Hy Robinson
Forrest St
Salvation Army Officers to Wed in Melbourne Ceremony
Salvationists Lieutenant Noreen Franks, longtime Sunshine Corps secretary and guard leader, will marry Adjutant John W. Dent of Salvation Army Headquarters on Saturday at 3 p.m. in Melbourne City Temple. After a Sydney holiday they will travel to Australia to oversee Young People's Work in that state. Reginald Harrison of Sydney Street Sunshine won the Cen tenary Hall Malvern baby show prize of a silver cup and certificate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noreen Franks
Sunshine Corps
Salvation Army
John W. Dent
Melbourne
Reginald Francis Harrison
Sydney Street Sunshine
Centenary Hall
Malvern
Undermanning of Sunshine Station At Braybrook Meeting
Braybrook Shire Council heard allegations of severe understaffing at Sunshine station. More than 50 passengers unable to buy tickets for the 1.65 pm train were left behind after a group bought tickets for others. Officials faced criticism for delays and lack of courtesy. A formal complaint to the Railway Department was proposed.
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Sunshine
Skewes
Braybrook Shire
Skewen
Railway Department
Demputer
Garde
Mothom
Carrie
Best Two Way Bets for Monday
A concise list of racing bets for Monday featuring Hurdle Oration Princess Handicap with Daughter of the Wind, Steeple Bay Blue Birthday Handicap, Spearman Lancaster Handicap To Huon Cornwall Handicap, and Royal Barb in a crowded card.
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Ortaion Princess
Spearman Lancaster
Huon Cornwall
Rays of Sunshine Reflections on Wrong and Duty
A terse moral note urges men to admit past mistakes as growth and describes a virtuous character as rooted in upright conduct and conscious duty. The piece emphasizes self-improvement through experience and personal responsibility in a compact reflective style.
No Official Support By Sunshine Branch Meeting
At a Sunshine Branch United Australia Party special meeting held Wednesday evening officials decided not to officially back either Dr. J. T. Gray or Hon. R. Williams in the Legislative Council election on June 9. To avoid a split in the branch the wisest policy was chosen. Dr. A. E. Dedrick refused to reveal meeting details but said he personally supported Dr. Gray.
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Sunshine
United Australia Party
J. T. Gray
R. Williams
Legislative Council
Tl A
A. E. Dedrick
Lucknow’s Royal Handicaps and Steeplechase Trails
Fragmentary racing card lists Lucknow events with names such as ROYAL HANDICAP CALL BIRD and BUCKINGHAM HANDICAP. Includes Royal Visitor and Great Don as possible entries with notes of continued coverage.
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Lucknow
Nyerimilang
Chilandrick Iy
Hopetown
Royal Handicap
Ito
Royal Barb Sandringham Handicap
Prince Leo
Dark Man
Buckingham Handicap
Highlland Excellio
Great Don
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Iphiberia
Dedrick
Dewipster
Salvationists
Jock
D.P.S
Forges Nicholson
Footscray
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