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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1935
Page
4
The article notes weekly cases of hawkers selling questionable goods and cites Alfred Colman of Fitzroy fined 2 pounds plus costs at Sunshine court for selling a butter substitute with water and cheap fats. It argues best bargains come from reputable firms selling pure goods with full weight.
In Deer Park last Sunday the Church of England service was led by three young assistants with Rev Sinway, highlighting a bright youth moment. A valuable poultry consignment to West Australia was sent, and a marriage engagement between Marie Gray of Sunshine and George Salmond of Deer Park was announced. A keel to elect a Thor Park Hall management committee and awaken members was urged, while plans to level the ground and eliminate the lake after rain were noted.
I.C.S. dominated the game against St David’s with Chalmers, Clayton, and R Gray scoring early as Deer Park led 4 1 at halftime. Shaw, Clayton, and Douglas added goals in the second half while Welsh breakaways kept St David’s in the contest. An all important Deer Park vs Nettlefolds clash looms tomorrow with I.C.S. aiming to repeat form shown against the Navy.
The National Association of Poultry and Bred Birds met Wednesday with a pullet show judged by Mr. Murphy. Winners included White Leghorn Pullets C Phillips J Pattison and C Phillips. Back Orpington Pullets T Wells L Crause H Crause A O 5. Pullets 8 Cuthbertson 5 Drayton 2 J Dutton 3. Light Bird best in show Mr. Phillips. Best Heavy Bird Mr. Wells. President Halliday noted South African egg markets improving and possible adoption of larger egg standards here.
A monthly P.A.F.S whist drive in the Masonic Hall attracted many patrons who hailed it as the district’s best value. The final aggregate prize went to Shulfrey for £1 redeemable at any Sunshine store, with winners named for ladies and gents and plans for a new series starting July 15.
Albion Methodist Hall hosted the Nettlefolds Concert Party in a popular Mr Jack Ellingsen event. The show drew crowded, lively attendance despite poor conditions, and earned praise for leader Arch Noble and all performers. The act Eleven Sixty Nine electrified the crowd as planned.
Sunshine suffered a 4-3 defeat after a strong effort against the section leaders. The game stayed close with several scrambles as the forwards struggled for coordination and the visitors pulled away late. Gibson Tibbs and Wallace starred in a tight showing while Gillies rested.
The list shows current team positions in the ladies and men's sections of the tennis league, detailing rankings within each division. Matches and scores are not provided, but the standings reflect season progress and team totals.
Mr Lawler Duncan of 46 King Edward Avenue leaves Harvester Works after 13 years to start a general carrying business. He proposes a daily service linking Sunshine St Albans Deer Park and Melbourne.
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