19 May 1928
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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 19, 1928
Page
1
A Derrimut hotel license hearing discussed the new Shosteley project and related proximity concerns. Preliminary operations are planned to resume shortly as discussions progress with local authorities.
A damaged OCR note outlines proposed workmen trains for Deer Park with routes from Levin Anily Sunedine to Bowe Bork and Lange. The plan shows a 7X0 am departure, a fare around five pence, and special timing on certain days while noting reduced service recently due to an artificial leather factory project. It mentions sand and brick transport linked to factory construction and limited past month schedules.
A fragmented report notes Maribyrnong Bridge as the highest in Australia amid surrounding railway and inspection activity. Mentions temporary crane work, annual proceedings, and local figures connected to the scene.
A fragmented report details a domestic dispute involving Powell and his wife amid a court proceeding. Witnesses describe threats and halting testimony about a sale of property and its proceeds. The case references Roberts and Carroll in a constitutional tone, with remarks on political language and a contested inheritance. The narrative hints at ongoing legal actions and accusations, highlighting tensions within the family and local figures.
Morr C J Rogers and others led a case at Dent Park where Alice Ann Beumtle sued Leonard Braable for maintenance. Braable did not respond. Beumtle claimed mutual separation since June last, with wages around £14 a week and a child with the father. An order for £1 per week support, to start immediately, was granted with Braable to provide a surety of £6.
From Maribyrnong correspondent residents attended a public adjourned meeting to discuss the Metropolitan Board of Works proposals for the flat area around flood zones and to critique costs. The Marthyrnong Local Club and Children's Playground Committee reported a successful old times dance and social, with praise for Mrs Chivell and Mr Morris for their playground efforts and community unity as dancing continued into the night.
The newspaper notes an upward trend in the sunshiny railway area with March revenue ahead and local figures discussed. It honors Mr. Fleming for his service and notes municipal staff leave, social events, church activities, and community notices including parish meetings and fairs.
A fragmented OCR item reports a political dispute involving Colin Powell and the P M with references to pugilistic language and a court penalty. It notes potential fines or imprisonment and a 24 hour or 24 period deadline for costs and penalties.
Complaints arise over worn ticket journal and faulty tokets at Sunshine railway station. Mr John Gibwon says unaware of any inconvenience to passengers and regrets any offense. Mr Daniels notes rush near 7.27 and 7.41 am trains to Melbourne. renewal on Saturday afternoons or until six could ease the issue.
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