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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1932
Page
1
Lily Humphreys of Hampshire and Alexander Chambers, grocer, faced a Melbourne court after a December separation ruined their four year marriage. The judge awarded Lily damages of £140 plus costs.
Sunshine edged University Hockey by a narrow margin with White starring, scoring several goals as Walker, Thom, and Thompson provided strong support. The team later beat Williamstown No 1 in the first round of the box Iscrosse tournament before a bye and a loss to University H. Tomorrow Sunshine faces Williamstown again at Will 2 sp with a 12.30 pm bus departure. captain White presides over a lineup including Thompson, Walker, Thom, Clough, and Gillies.
Health writer Mal Lf explains that talking films do not cause eye strain or affect daily care. The piece urges readers to seek eye exams if discomfort persists and promotes mindful viewing habits during cinema and screen use.
P Griffiths and association with O P. ehpssTs. PTY. LTD as watchmakers and jewellers, Nicholson GT, Footcray, cited in unclear context. The fragmentary text lists roles but lacks coherent event or outcome details.
The Melbourne and Metropolitan Board of Works continues its war on river polluters as a Braybrook firm faces a fine of 5 pounds with costs for discharging obnoxious liquid into the river. Witnesses testified about samples from the firm’s premises and street channels, while experts labeled the discharge highly objectionable. The defence claimed compliance with board rules and blamed Braybrook Council for fluids entering via public streets. A 14 day stay was granted amid ongoing proceedings and public notices of related events appeared in the court docket.
A local correspondent reports a sparse Boy Scouts meeting with only three boys present, yet progress noted under Mr Blount and Mrs Stevens. Community events include a dance with Teddy Mottram’s band, prizes to Mrs Judd and Mr Hale, and a school shelter shed concrete floor project. Discussions cover road improvements Albion St to Albany, private streets policy, and upcoming Presbyterian anniversary with address by Mr H O White. Illnesses include Mrs Peterson and Sunshine post hospital update.
Reports describe unrest among unemployed workers amid a dispute over garden work. Questions arise about who pays, who remains employed, and whether additional jobs will be created. The town council cites lack of funds as the barrier to resolving the labor dispute. A rally was planned at Cornell on Monday evening.
Maidstone social events featured a record turnout at the Euchre and Dance with full halls for both the dancing and card rooms. Prizes included Monte Carlo awards won by Mr Alloff and Miss Brash, plus tickets for future events. The Maidstone Relief Committee held a successful Sunday afternoon meeting in Maidstone Hall with Dr Oxley in the chair and a talk by Hon Samuel Mauger on unemployment. A collection aided district distress, and Maidstone Unemployed saw a board resignation and a new secretary elected. Tennis teams suffered defeats against Commo teams.
The Sunshine Anglers Club outlines events for Thursday and Friday including a charity charity dance at the Yhawonie Math and a gathering at TK0 Elue. Winners of Trupties Night and a bid to fund the Open Angling Championship are noted, with preparations and entertainments listed. Delegates Clemaarson and Tut cer will attend a meeting at Hartley Pty on Monday night to set dates and arrangements for the championship.
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Fragmented local notices describe meetings, dances, and community gatherings at Uneshire Hall and residences. It mentions Sunshine football club activities, a garden party, and theft at Ballarat Row with a missing gold watch noted. A court fine for James Chalkley is reported.
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