Evolution toward Independence for British Dominions
The article traces the gradual shift toward dominion self government from 1873 through late imperial conferences. It cites figures like George Higinbotham and Harrison Moore, notes the move from allegiance to Britain in matters like treaties and naval service, and discusses Keith’s constitutional stance and Hertzog’s neutrality claim. It concludes with Hughes’s Ottawa remarks on Germany recognizing Canada and Australia’s independence to stay out of war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladstone
Britain
George Higinbotham
Australia
Harrison Moore
Berridale Keith
Dominions
Irish Free State
Union of South Africa
Acta
Keith
Hertzog
Imperial Conference
Dominions Office
W. M. Hughes
Ottawa
Germany
Canada
Welcome for Rev W Evans at Sunshine Presbyterian
A large Sunshine Presbyterian gathering welcomed Rev W Evans Mrs Evans and family with Dr John Adamson declaring the church faces a strong field and a leader needed. Representation from several churches and community groups praised Evans while speakers recalled unity, humor and promised church harmony and cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brodie
Tamagno
Sunshine
Evans
Mr. Evans
John Adamson
W. Evans
Francis Tamagno
George McWhirter
Church of England
Salvation Army
Holt
Baptist Church
Harris
Footscray
Adjutant Miller
Presbyterian Church
McWhirter
Oxer
T. D. Lewis
St. Albans
Scotland
L. J. Harwood
H. A. Dennis
Dennis
Methodist Church
Austin
Church of Christ
Presbyterian
Profesor Oxer
Bray Brook School Committee Hosts Euchre and Dance
From our correspondent the Bray Brook school committee held a euchre and dance in the Parish Hall with a modest turnout. Arcadians Dance Band performed while Mr Vis Stellara won the special effort and Miss A Grant took the euchre. A crib night at the school saw Mrs T Middleton win the prize and Mr R Gray the consolation. Two children of Mr and Mrs W Ritchie of Melon street recovered from diphtheria. Joseph Micky Wanders of Burke street plans to marry Miss Roach of Footscray at Easter. invitations issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arcadians
Vis. Stellara
A. Grant
T. Middleton
R. Gray
Joseph Micky Wanders
Burke Street
Miss Roach
Footscray
St Albans Plans and Local Events Mark Busy Week
Rain eases water worries as St Albans residents await a future local supply from Albion. A Progress Association sub committee will report ahead of the Thursday meeting, while hospital talks and a long-gestating Footscray district project loom. A quarry accident injured a horse, a bazaar for the Church of England Sunday School is set for April 8, and a clock presents to retiring Mr and Mrs Peart. An entertainment event draws a large audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
McWhirter
Cripps
Thompson
Sunshine
Adamson
Evans
Brethren of
Miss Jones
J. H. Stevens
Eliason
St. Albans
Board of Works
Pro-gress Association
Albion
Footscray and District Hospital
Powell Hotel
B. Hale
Church of England Sunday School
Connie Hale
F. C. Stenson
Also Mentioned on This Page
Rev. W
Mrs. Evans
Bray Brook
Beryl McGrath Aj.c.m
Hampshire RD
McDonalds
Dancing
Sunshine Theatre
Business Girls
E. Pouliot
Westvale
Morris Street, Sunshine
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