Labor Party ideals urged in Maribyrnong shire
A reader argues for day labor in road works to cut costs and help unemployment, urging ALP candidates for August elections. The letter discusses ratepayers, shire finances, and proposed reconstruction costs for the Shire Hall, promoting Labor policies while praising local councillors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maribyrnong Progress Association
E. Hargreaves
Australian Labor Party
Sunshine
Maidstone
Maribyrong
Shire of
Braybrook
Maribyrnong
River Riding
A.L.P
Labor Party
Tratersary
G. E. Dobson
Health Bill tactics and electors warned in Australian debate
The letter decries the Health Insurance Act origin and argues politicians fear elections after the Wakefield by election. It cites a 263 million reserve, accuses government allies of regimentation, and urges repeal while warning taxes will worsen disease through poverty as per Dr. Dark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Lyons
Casey
Menzies
Wakefield
South Australia
E. P. Dark
Medical Journal of Australia
Maribyrnong Ratepayers Call Council to Action
A Maribyrnong ratepayer urges the council to transform the suburb into a paying proposition. He endorses the deputation from the Progress Association and argues for proactive, businesslike development to attract people and boost local revenue.
St Albans Tennis Club Hosts Successful 500 Tournament
The St Albans Tennis Club staged a 500 tournament at the Self home, proceeds to fund a practice board. Mrs A Clarke won, Mr N Self was second, with cigars going to Mr L Hassett and chocolates to Mr F P Warry. A club official thanked the Selfs and urged support for the Errington Reserve fence project. Next event at the local hall Saturday night, and a club meeting is planned for April a.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Albans
N. Self
A. Clarke
L. Hassett
F. P. Warry
F. Mee- Creery
St. Albans Tennis Club
J. Johnston
Annie Johnston
St Albans Hosts Cantata for Bush Fire Relief Appeal
Residents of St Albans presented an auto tale at the Presbyterian Church with Rev Mr Evans chairing and a varied program. The cantata Red Riding Hood, staged earlier, drew praise and will be repeated to support the Bush Fire Relief Appeal organized by Keilor Shire residents on Saturday April 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Albans
Presbyterian Church
Nettlefolds Picnic For Employees At Seaford
Nettlefolds' thirteenth annual employee picnic was held at Seaford last Saturday March 26 with about 120 in comfortable coaches. After lunch sports were played and prizes awarded by Mr Elgar and Mr Campbell. The committee included H C Orr chairman and J Davies secretary. Prizes were won in multiple events including 75 yards ladies flat handicap and Melbourne Cup 50 rounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nettlefolds
Seaford
R. Elgar
Elks Cafe
Lusslett
Harley Orr
J. K. Merritt
Messrs. R. Nichol
W. Norton
J. P. Beveridge
Mr. Elgar
H. C. Orr
F. Holden
R. F. Jones
N. Skene
R. Duxson
J. Davies
M.C
A. Noble
M. Craddock
J. Whittingham
D. Milburn
D. Clark
E. Balfour
Betty Brown
A. Finn
H. Boswell
W. Schulser
F. Smith
J. Nason
M. Moore
A. Taylor
L. Carter
F. Driscoll
Footscray Centre Shows Growth as New Auxiliary Planned
Footscray and District Out-Patient and Welfare Centre resumes duty after a three week break. Attendances rise, prompting consideration of extra clinics. An auxiliary from the West Footscray Progress Association will soon take up operations to aid the centre. The White City Night and Horwood Revue earned profits, while visitors from Melbourne Ladies Benevolent Society praised the centre. Dr J Leslie Bill of Christchurch called the centre the best of its kind seen in New Zealand. The Anti-Natal Clinic and Melbourne District Nursing Society provide free assistance Fridays before 2 pm. A Hospital Sunday Appeal cheque totals £19 18 6, part of four local church collections. A duplicator was donated, and the centre closes for Good Friday and Easter Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White City
Horwood
Desailly
Woinarsky
Melbourne
New Zealand
Footscray Centre
Bill
Messrs
R. Demaine
H. Heath
Raymond J. Robinson
Simpson
Lord Mayor's Hospital
C. G. Carlton
Farewell for Deer Park trio on Orion voyage
Three Deer Park residents Mrs Stevenson her mother Mrs Campbell and Joan sail on the Orion amid good wishes from relatives and Methodist Guild members who prepared keepsakes a travelling cushion and flowers. A farewell sermon by Rev A A Lyons follows with Mrs Pope and Mr Terrill as soloists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orion
Stevenson
Mrs. Campbell
Joan
Methodist Ladies’ Guild
Spratling
Campbell
A. A. Lyons
Deer Park Mothers Club Dance Draws Old Patrons
The Deer Park Mothers Club held a successful dance at the local hall last Saturday. It notes several old patrons attended and hopes for more on April 22. The pot dance was won by E O'Brien and Mrs Chapman. the special effort by Mrs E Brien. A special and gift afternoon is planned for April 12 at 2 30 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deer Park
E. O'Brien
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Sunshine Advocate
Walter A. Warne
Undertaker
Barely ST
Footscray
Footscray 9
A. E. Bowders
Maribyr Nong Progress Association
Nettlefolds Picnic
Melbourn Sunshine Deer Park Service
Victorian Railways
Ring Sunshine 53
A.j.boyd & Son
Sunshine Carrier
Devonshire Road
Durham Road
Servante Street
Lenedale St
Chrissie Baker
A.l-C.m
L-L.c.m
A.mus
Melton
Sydney Street
Tottenham
Newport
Florist
Margaret Shorten
Sybil Nicholls
Surfing
Skr
Floral Studio
Are
Acta Street Footscray
Sun
Crockery For Hire
Firth & Son
Windsor ST
Footscray, W
E. M. Young
Gunnedah Street
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