22 May 1936
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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 22, 1936
Page
1
Sunsh ine and East Brunswick clash as Richmond seeks to defend a small home ground edge. Chitty and Hardy return for Sunshine while Sunsh ine hopes for strong showings from Cockayne and James.
Melbourne council hears a push for more Sunshine trains and lower fares amid rising suburban rail costs. Dr Dedrick and rail officials argue for affordable travel as locals note high mileage charges. Roy Rodwell and other players face fitness and training updates. a bus to Richmond departs Sunshine tomorrow at 1:40 PM.
Deer Park announces its lineup with backs Charles Stevens Maxwell half backs Townsend Patt Buttimer centres Hedlahan Newl Findlay half forward Stevens Ewer Grenny forwards Raynor Murphy followers Howell rover Prewitt emergencies Fraser Power Purnesworth Cleland Carson to appear for tomorrow's contest.
Mrs Dick Chambers and her daughter Patricia holidayed at Mrs Buttimer's on Benjamin Street and have now returned to Beavensfield. They are both active in the Melbourne Hunt Club.
A Melbourne news brief reports a conflict over a Sunshine to Footscray bus route. The Box Advisory Board backs tram service, threatening MR Tresize’s seven year cab route. Witty argues the pioneer should be allowed to operate and fears starvation if buses replace cabs.
Braybrook council discussed a proposal to expand police protection, noting a local bodies application for greater police staffing would be considered. The secretary cited recent personnel changes at the police station and residents urged stronger patrols to boost safety amid concerns over unrest and disorder.
A community event on Monday June 1 will showcase local amateur talent under master of ceremonies Norman Bland. Artists may include mouth organ, jews harp, tin whistle, bagpipes or voice. Entry forms available via local committee members. trophies awarded, admission 1 shilling for adults and 6 pence for children.
A Sunshine Corner joke from Jeanne Tann of Alice Street Sunshine features a butcher customer exchange about paying for meat. The humor lies in the punning reply that it’s tougher when you pay only ninepence.
The Druids cricket club marked a third championship with a celebratory evening. President Me Sihyy Wis welcomed guests as captains and players received tributes including a suitably inscribed clock and an engraved teapot. Norman Grech led a tribute to the district advocate, while Mr King spoke for guests.
Fragmented OCR shows seven tenders for improvements at Anderson How emilway greasingg to modify the locality. Officials discussed rent and charges, with Veppercurn rent set at 1/- per year if demanded, amid bids and civic input.
Stewart Adams of Covkiman Street Sun Shine hurt his hand on a metal object while operating the scoreboard at the school day Luya mate at Senny Mark list. He received first aid from Me Be Mounsey. Grandfather's cluck.
Friday edition serves readers with classified ads and notices from the Sun Shine Advocate. It highlights upcoming events promotions and community information in a compact weekly snapshot.
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