St Albans council debates wartime needs and local issues
Report covers council discussions on fuel and labour measures, railway delays to Melbourne, and requests for funding to address a dump near the aerodrome. It notes council actions on pest eradication research, voter roll preparations, unpaid War Damage contributions, and a local Parma waltz dance event at Excelsior's Sunshine Masonic Hall with prizes and special categories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Excelsior
Sunshine Masonic Hall
Alf Stark
Erin
Monte Carlo
Matonic Hall
Election meeting at Royal Hall Footscray with Labor leaders
The May 24 gathering at Royal Hall Footscray featured Hon. J. Cain and Hon. A. Drakeford backing the local Labor candidate. They condemned Communist tactics and highlighted candidate Mullens’ claims, local projects, and plans on housing, health, education, and transport while urging unity in opposition to the UP and stressing war effort support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Hall
Footscray
J. Cain
M.la
Air
A. Drakeford
Communista
M.L.A
State Labor Party
M.h.st
Cain
Drakeford
Communist Party
Labor
J. Curtin
Trades Hall Council
Mesars
Sharpley
Thorne
WAS
Hansen
Mallena
Big Market
Brooklyn
Sunshine
U.A P
Mullens
Labor Party
Trades Mall Council
Labor Men in Upper House Letter to the Editor
Sir I write to thank you for your kind references to myself and my work in the Legislative Council on behalf of Melbourne West Province It was a generous tribute and one I shall not soon forget I defend my colleague Hon J H Disney who has supported me and given good service to the people and to the Labor Party In grave times the main issue is policy rather than personalities Mr Disney is a Labor man and behind the best policy for the people Please support him again Y ours etc P J Kennelly M L L
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Footscray Council
Melbourne Metropolitan Board of Works
Western Councils
MLU
M.B.W
Draybrook
Credit Fencier
Fairfield
Williamstown
Footscray
Legislative Council
Melbourne West Province
J. H. Disney
Labor Party
Disney
P. J. Kennelly
MLL
E.W. Jackson
J.P
Progressive
Commonwealth
Blum
Fort Melbourne
Anc
Ncceaso
Great Britain
Hansen Announces Independent Candidature for Footscray
Mr A Hansen spoke on 3DB outlining his bid for Footscray in the State Elections. He declared no party affiliation and promised to back proposals that benefit the community, citing his long residence in the electorate and belief in the greatest good for the greatest number.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hansen
3DB
Footscray
Red Cross Afternoon in Magonic Hall Featured Speakers
The Ladies Red Crown Committee event in Magonic Hall last Thursday drew good attendance. Floral decor by Mesdames Clinnick and Warnock framed the venue as Dr A G Pennell presided with Mrs Pennell. Mrs Hunt outlined Red Cross branches and aid for prisoners of war relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magonic Hall
Ladies
Red Crown Committee
Mesdames Clinnick
Warnock
A. G. Pennell
Shire
Pennell
Elsa Hans
Edward Kayser
Deer Park
Hunt
Red Cross
Iss Haas
Empire Day at Sydenham and West State Schools
Empire Day celebrations at Sydenham and Sydenham West State Schools included addresses by Dr Wallace and Mr J V Meehan, a sports programme, and an ample afternoon tea. Governors message read, students sang patriotic songs, and speeches urged youth to strengthen national effort during wartime. General notes on May rainfall and political discussions follow, with local election commentary and remarks on the Curtin, Fadden, and Menzies governments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydenham
Sydenham West
West School
Wallace
J. V. Meehan
Meadames Finch and
Butler
Mothers’ Club
A. Graham
Gough
Meehan
Barbara McDougall
J. W. Meehan
C.P
CLP
A. Saunders
U.A.P
Mechanics’ Hall
Fadden
Padden
Atd
Curtin
Contin
Canberra
Australia
Mr. Faden
Gi. Menzies
Sofar
Vestern
U.A.T
U.C.P
Brisbane
Mr. Fadden
Mr. Menzies
Younger Set Hosts Surprise Birthday for Cyril Parsons
Members gathered last Friday at Cyril Parsons home for a surprise 21st birthday party with games and gifts. Sunday outing to Ferntree Gully enjoyed sunny weather, plus weekly hospitality for A W A S and Braybrook camp soldiers. A State Theatre picture night drew a good crowd and a Monday Shire Hall meeting is planned. two found cardigans await inquiries to the secretary at 40 Adelaide Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyril Parsons
Cyril
Ferntree Gully
A.W.A.S
Braybrook
State Theatre
Shire Hall
Adelaide St
Suns Advocate transmission note from Sunbeam press
The Suns Advocate statement notes ae ae ae teen eG and mentions Dickson and Sunshine. It specifies G.P.O. transmission by post as a newspaper, recording the mailing method and paper identity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suns Advocate
Ae Ae Ae
Dickson Oe
Sunshine
G.P
Post
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Victoria Crescent
St. Albans
Cowell
St Albans
W. Pure
Bulla Howl
Ahishire
Langer
Dr. Parr
Railways Department
Gooch
Dixon
Council of Scientific Research
N. A
Theshire
N. A. Wade
Melbouse DE Park Service
A. J. Boyd & Son
Durham Road
Cerne Servants Street
Lonsdale
Paratine Health Beverage
MR. A. Hansen
Clement
Sunshine and District
U.F.S. Dispensary
Bun Crescent
L. McDupf
Sonn Downing
James Hall & Sons
Melbourne
Victoria
Jackson, E. W
M.j.patmore
Station Place
J. W. McGrath Quality Stores
Ranee
T. E. Robinson
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