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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 05, 1944
Page
4
A garbled notice seeks to inform Bunvhionw residents that an incident near the River Yerrs involved an alleged throw and is being pursued legally. It mentions a date in April, a person named Ridley St, and a branch social activities fund.
Fortnightly meeting of The Sunshine Lodge held in St Marks Hall Wadnesday at 8 pm with details for secretary TR Thomson. Albion Lodge No 51B2 notes Quarter Night activities and Hart's Ball. Public notice cites Police Clenger Act 1936 prohibiting wagering on White City Courses Tottenham on Monday 15 1948 and warns penalties for betting without warrant. dated Melbourne 8 pene HOGAE BicrT 3, Secretary of Victorian.
A fragment refers to a tea event led by Sergeant Esish Solty relating to troops. It mentions refreshments and a fea siete with several pees. North Mal appears as a place hint. The text is incomplete but signals a small gathering context.
On May 4, at Saint Andean's Private Hospital, a daughter was born to Jim and Kibby Clark, with grandmother Janne Leslie noted.
Parulie Bithira announces an engagement with Ste, in a small ceremony at Hiringwicks Sorkin. The pairing reflects ongoing social circles and local traditions in the community.
An In Memoriam tribute recalls the death of Dickley and mourns the loss of a mother, husband, and children. The note mentions Harlett and longtime survivors who extend condolences to the bereaved family in a solemn memorial.
A personal note thanks MH RAN and SANDY for their kindness and support, recognizing Urihntie and three friends of wopatisn in the recent recount. The message expresses sincere appreciation for the assistance received.
Sunshine Baptist Church in Rey Kentucky announces Mission Sunday with guest Farner and Kinder. Team includes Mr J C Thamyaus as treasurer for Foreign Missions. Service begins 3 p.m. with Breaking of Bread at 2 45 p m led by Pastor A G Bennett.
A Friday May 1944 Sunshine program from the Shire Mall features the Monte Carlo style Lucky Partners event with crooners and a prize pool. Entrance seems modest and the lineup includes J. O Lamey Gund Lite Geers’s Pal Tlema and J J Mullholland.
Four youths from Albans were admitted after a 20 foot fall from an open hour at Baler Moors Chal Mil on a Weilnowing morning. They suffered fractures, abrasions, and contusions. one wrist and arm possibly fractured. two inches of water exposure noted. Police and hospital officials to follow up on condition and recovery.
A public meeting in Footscray progresses the campaign to fund a new Footscray Hospital. The Appeal Committee and associated groups promote subscriptions and a street or business fundraiser, with bricks and plaques priced at 1 and 1 1, aiming to raise at least 20000 for the hospital project in the district.
The government approved Footerray Appeal seeks 20000 by June end. St Albans residents are urged to contribute, with organized collection drawn up by appointing Mrs D Kennedy, McKechnie, Meare A Blorke, Cox, and W B Persret. Notable local efforts support Footscray Hospital and planned building work proceeds once circumstances allow. District Hospital St Albans Cricketer dance event and token to Mr Hassett noted.
Seventy new players joined Sunshine practice at Seiwyo Park as Braybank and Sunshine Warrior posted scores in a sparsely attended trial. Coaches expect more developed form from fringe players ahead of Saturday opening matches and the planned C Grade showcase.
Braybrook meets Kingsville at the Fueraville oval in a key football clash. Kingsville seek a strong year and a good run should help them challenge Braybrook’s premiers hopes.
The State School Committee reports steady support from parents for direct giving to aid younger children. They plan to build a sheltered shed with funds from this scheme, paying half the cost and the Vacation Department the other half. Expenditure since last December totals £41 0s 8d with 66s 7d 4d spent on printing, Christmas treats, and rubbish bins, leaving £9 0s 11d.
Albion School notes report a new owner of State and a joint meeting of the school board and committee to chart a broad security plan. Many longtime Mother’s Club members did not seek re-election, yielding a mostly new executive slate with a few former members remaining. Enthusiasm grows as new members prepare to join in school affairs. May May dances at Saradioe! mark the season’s start.
A 1944 notice outlines courses in carpentry and tube making at a school, detailing theory and practice levels from Grade 1 to Third Year. It lists fees per term, start date May 10, and evening classes with limited positions. It promotes youth movements and clubs guiding students into profitable trades under supervision.
A large crowd attended the wagon opening with Mrr. Pippett offering sympathy for the death of Mr Hivcock, a longtime club worker. The day featured a 12 title mixed foursomes won by Morris and Hi Moginny, plus a stroke competition. results list several pairings with scores, and attendance is expected to rise as conditions improve.
Fragmented OCR lists several social events and dances in Sunmine Town Footscray Albion St Albans and surrounding areas. Mentions include dance at Town Hall Albion School Our Lady of May St Albans and a Sun Braybrook footballers game, with multiple dates in May and early June.
A damaged line hints at a salad stand or cafe action with prices and patrons at a fair or market. The readable fragments mention prices and a small group enjoying items, but the exact event and full details are unclear.
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