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Newspaper

Sunshine Advocate

Location

Sunshine, Victoria, Australia

Date

Jun 21, 1940

Page

3

St Albans Society Holds Afternoon Event and Upcoming Knit-In

The St Albans Society held an afternoon meeting in the local hall with Mrs A Clarke winning first prize and Mrs F Mansfield taking the consolation. Jean Anderson won a sponge, with knitting wool offered by secretary Mrs Carr for future sessions to aid Footscray and District Hospital. An event planned for June 25 proceeds to hospital funds. The Girls Gymnasium Club scored a successful dance with decorated halls. The Tennis Club will hold a meeting June 26 at 8 p.m. in the pavilion. Mr K L Brown, recently at Caulfield Military Hospital, shows satisfactory progress.

A. Clarke Migs F. Mansfield Jean Anderson Carr Footscray and District Hospital St. Albans Girls St. Albans Tennis Club St. Albans K. L. Brown Caulfield Military Hospital

Hockey Club Meets Graduates B at Middle Park

Tomorrow the team travels by 2.20 train to meet Graduates B at Middle Park with a 3.80 pm start. The lineup lists Edna Dickson as goalie Doris Penrose Maisie Nye Phyllis Mounsey May Ramsay Betty Markham Dorrie Hauser Beryl McGrath Valda Ormiston Irene Hopkinson Evelyn Bradshaw with emergencies Marion Baker and Maisie Shepherd. All players urged to be punctual.

Middle Park Edna Dickson Doris Penrose Maisie Nye Phyllis Mounsey May Ramsay Betty Markham Dorrie Hauser Beryl McGrath Valda Ormiston Irene Hopkinson Evelyn Bradshaw Marion Baker Maisie Shepherd

Derby Rd Crossing Petition Drives Substituted Crossing Plan

A large deputation from the East Sunshine Crossing Association led by Mr Mullens met Minister for Transport Mr Hyland to press for a safer crossing at Derby Road. The group cited 1200 residents and medical concerns, with Railways suggesting a ramped bridge as a cheaper, feasible option if steps are avoided. The Minister expressed sympathy, favored a ramped bridge, and pledged to push the proposal when war finances allow.

East Sunshine Crossing Association Mullens M.L.A Hyland Country Party Lowe S. C. Graham Mothers’ Club Victorian Railways Graham

Wedding Bells for Miss Lorraine McPherson and Mr Robert Bullard

The marriage took place at the local Presbyterian Church on Saturday with a large attendance. The bride wore a white satin gown with a bouquet and white rose veil. Three bridesmaids appeared in varied colors, and Len Smith served as best man with two groomsmen.

Lorraine McPherson Ridley Street Sunshine Robert W. Bullard Newport Bruce I. McPherson Misa Thelma McPherson Stella Lemon Ruth Len Smith Alf. Butler Neil Squires

Trade in Oxy-welding Classes at Sunshine Technical School

Adult students can enroll in oxy-welding courses at Sunshine Technical School and prepare for the year end departmental exam. The instructor stays updated on welding developments and teaches both technical and practical aspects. Inquiries are invited at the office or by personal interview with Principal Mr L G Leroux.

Sunshine Technical School L. G. Leroux

Associates Have Happy Day At Stableford Event

The Stableford competition on June 19 produced strong scoring led by Mrs A Perry with 29 points and Mrs Morris second with 26. B grade went to Mrs A Buttimer with 14, runner-up Mrs Hauser on 12. Mrs Paul moved from B to A grade. June 26 18 holes stroke for both grades offers donated trophies. Tea to follow. Mrs Herweg and Miss I Thompson organize. Play begins 12 45 p.m.

Stableford Morris A. Perry A. Buttimer Hauser Paul Herweg I. Thompson

Loyal Sunshine Lodge Annual Meeting Reports Strong Finances

The Loyal Sunshine Lodge communicated a healthy six month financial period with rising funds and a total lodge balance of £4 101 18 5. Membership stands at 315 financial members plus honorary. Two new members admitted, seven initiated previously. Donations include £5 5 toward M A Convalescent Homes and a further £10 to augment a £20 district gift for the North Yarra District room. The district centenary juvenile hall dance is set for June 28 at Yarraville Parish Hall with juveniles on the dance floor and adults admitted for 7d, ending at 11 p.m.

Sunshine Lodge P.D.G.M. Bro. Whiting Bro E. Mounsey P.G Bro. Mounsey Contingency and Harmony Fund M.A Woodend North Yarra Yarraville Parish Hall

Married Ladies Concert at Sunshine Presbyterian Hall

A concert organized by the Methodist married ladies will be held tomorrow Saturday at 8 p.m. in the Sunshine Presbyterian Church Hall. Hon. secretary is Mrs A Ritchie. Admission costs one shilling for adults and sixpence for children. A night of entertaining performances is promised.

Sunshine’ Presbyterian Church P.m A. Ritchie

First Class Tradesman Engaged for Repairs

A first class tradesman is employed to undertake repairs at 11 Dickson Street Sunshine. The note references two December obligations and outlines alien repairs and assemble prices for the work.

Dickson Street Sunshine

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