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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 10, 1924
Page
5
A narrator recalls a Saturday football game with policemen, parson, and many strangers. The umpire with red cap and spectacles sparked wonder as players clashed and emotions rose before half time and after the final whistle. The scene ends with the author outside and crying.
May 17 fixtures call for mixed foursomes with entries from Mombera to be submitted to the committee for partner draw. A stroke event Saturday attracted 22 entries with winners Clinnick and Rev. Tamagno. Afternoon tea contributed to the event supervised by Williams and Pattinson. Ladies and gentlemen scores listed with multiple participants and marks.
On Tuesday the sixth inst. the teacher's residence at Dear Park was a tale of blankets and seeds.
The May meeting at Victory Running Grounds presided by Mr A Ravenhall discussed council stance on water mains and rate payer guarantor demands. Members criticized Braybrook council for inaction on weeds channelling and street works and debated severance and annexation to Msazadon, with a petition to be prepared.
Report notes an Al meeting with late start and a fundraising event supporting a local cause. An afternoon speech by Archb i Melbourne is planned, with a tribute and expressions of thanks. A successful charity party and entertainment were held to aid stalls, and tonight’s program promises more music and dancing. The tennis finals are delayed by wet weather and may be postponed.
Heather Jock writes to Address Horticulturalists inviting them to the May meeting on the Zith May her topic will be The Mansho 17 Grows and What at Feeds on she notes rumors about her show report lacking butter and urges perseverance to improve next time she hopes to attend the May 20th gathering without issue.
A fragmented report details lodge meetings and a shire visit including officers, a journey to Werribee, and entertainments. It notes April events, the visit's reception, and community hospitality, with mentions of attendees and local conduct.
Keilor Council recorded actions from the Police Department and other bodies. A constable will be sent Saturdays and Sundays. deputations planned to Public Works on 16th. rateable property valuation to start next Thursday. health inspection of Milburn Bros orchard found no faults. road and railway transport road anxieties debated. fire and sanitation measures noted. discussions on electricity, water supply, and potential land reserves for future population needs.
Braybrook Football Club announces a match to be played at Fairfield Characbenceaves Braybrook Hotel at 2 pm. Participants and spectators advised to arrive early and follow local event guidelines.
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