Plebiscite Considered on City Name in Braybrook Vote
Braybrook Council Public Works Committee debated naming the proposed city. Dr. Dobson's amendment to tabulate names and allow a citizen plebiscite passed 7 to 5, after earlier motions for Braybrook or Sunshine faced opposing views and debates over process and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Braybrook Council
Public Works Committee
Dr. Barclay
Sunshine
Cr. Dobson
Cr. Barclay
Cr. Beachley
R. Barclay
Braybrook
Wirth’s
Stevenson
Progress Associations
Cre
Beachley
McDonthi
Parsons
McDonald
Barclays
Dobson
Dr. Dobson
Chief Derrimut Named for Early Colonists Saver
Dr Frank Hayden told Hraybrook Council of Derrimut native chief who warned colonists in October 1835 saving Fawkner Lancey Evans Henry Batman and families from a planned massacre. A memorial stone marks the grave. Derrimut died May 28 1864 aged 54. The council weighed a new Shire name as city status looms.
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Derrimut
Mount Derrimut
Deer Parkway
Wnd
Hotel Derrimut
Sunshine
Frank Hayden
Hraybrook Council
Hayden
Fawkner
Lancey
Evans
Henry
Batman
Melbourne
Hraybrook
Braybrook
Maribyrnong
Maidstone
Lady Aspirant for Keilor Council
Representations have been made to Mrs. A F Stevens of St Albans to submit her as a candidate for the Maribyrnong Riding seat in the Shire of Keilor. The post opens on the retirement of Dr P C Stenson. Mrs Stevens, widow of Dr J H Stevens, was a long serving council member and former president. She is a longtime St Albans resident active in charity and public welfare. If elected she would be the first lady councillor in Keilor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dobson
Hayden
Derrimut
Maidstone
Braybrook
A. F. Stevens
St. Albana
Maribyrnong
Shire of Keilor
Poc. Stenson
Keilor
Canard Scathed Over Misleading City Name Change Fears
The report claims the municipal name change to City of Sunshine would force residents to adopt Sunshine as their postal address. In fact a city title does not affect postal addresses, and areas like Raleigh Rd Mari ybong Geelong Rd Brooklyn or Station Rd Deer Park would retain their district identity even if the city name changed.
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City of
Sunshine
Sunshine Area
Raleigh Rd
Maribyrnong
Geelong Ril
Brooklyn
Station Rd
Deer Park
City of Sunshine
Dads' Association Monthly Meeting Set for Tuesday Night
The Dads' Association will hold its usual monthly meeting in the RSL Clubrooms on Tuesday at 8 p.m. The gathering invites all members to attend and discuss upcoming activities.
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Dads’ Association
R.S.L
Baptist Society Representatives to Speak at Sunshine Church
On Sunday May 2 the Sunshine Church hosts Baptist Men's Society delegates led by H A Grove and J N Burgess. A Mens Fellowship meeting at 4 45 in the School Hall offers a chance to hear Dr Burgess with church members aiding in planning the services.
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Sunshine Church
Baptist Mens’ Society
H. A. Grove
J. N. Burgess
Dr. Burgess
Mgr
H. R. Grove
Sunshine Presbyterian Church shifts service to 11 15
The Session of Sunshine Presbyterian Church moved the morning service to 11 15 to fit transport. Rev L Glyndomes will preach for three months, traveling from Mont Albert. Sunday School will start at 10 o clock during the change.
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Sunshine Presbyterian Church
L. Glyndomes
Mont Albert
Jones
Sunshine Scout Troop reports strong Scout Week attendance
The Scout Week program attracts many scouts as the Empire Day March proceeds in Melbourne. The Kookaburra Patrol led by P L Graham Stewart tops the inter Patrol competition with high points. All scouts attended Sunshine Church of England on 24 May at 7 45 p m.
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Melbourne
Kookaburra
P.L. Graham Stewart
Sunshine
Church of England
Wanted to Buy Proody Hens and Pigeons
Short classifieds list multiple requests including J B Salmond seeking hens on Station Rd Deer Park and Merv 1943 seeking any number of pigeons at Footscray Bunbury St. Also a note for secondhand iron or cement sheets suitable for a garage via LM c/o this office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Salmond
Station Rd
Deer Park
Bunbury St
Footscray
Merv
Gecondhand
Presidential Ball Next Thursday at Shire Hall
The Charity Ball organized by Shire President Dr A G Pennell and Mrs Pennell will be held next Thursday May 29 in the Shire Hall. Mayors from other municipalities will attend. Tickets cost 7/6 and are available from Shire Offices. Proceeds go to Sunshine Community and Footacray Hospitals. Dr Pennell covers costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. G. Pennell
Pennell
Sunshine Community
Footacray
J B Salmond Retires From Foreman Gielder Role
J B Salmond known as Jin retires after long service as foreman gielder at 101 Deer Park. He will devote himself to his poultry farm, with prize winning birds from Britain and Australia. They plan a future trip to Scotland after two decades in Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.B
Jin) Salmond
Giedener
Deer Park
Salmond
Britain
Australia
Cheltenham
Mel. Salmond
Seothind
Keilor Council Adopts Animal Regulation By-law 38
The Shire of Keilor Council, meeting May 1, 1947, adopted By-law 38 under the Health Act 1928 to regulate or prohibit keeping animals within Keilor. A public meeting June 7, 1947 will confirm the bylaw. A copy is available at the Shire Hall for inspection during office hours. N A Woods, Shire Secretary.
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Council
Shire of
Keilor
Shire Hall
N. A. Woods
Shire
CE service to households and factories directed to works’ earth
A concise notice outlines a civil efficiency service for households and factories, directing readers to the Works’ heart for direct guidance. It emphasizes orderly, court-backed delivery of services and requests engagement through MWOTDM channels.
Crescent Furnishings Ad With Call By Representative
A Crescent Furnishings listing notes that a representative will call. It markets lounge suites, bedroom suites, mattresses, and complete kitchen settings. The ad highlights made to order options, floor coverings, blinds, and interior items for inside and outside use.
Sunshine Tour Lodge Meeting Set For Thursday Evening
The Sunshine Tour Lodge will meet Thursday at 8 p.m. in St. Mark's Hall. J Patt en serves as Secretary and can be reached at 2 McKay Street for details.
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M.a.lo
Loyal
Sunshine Lodge
St. Mark's Hall
J. L. Westcout
1.C.R
Sunshine Tour Lodge
J. Patten
McKay Street
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Keilor Council
Dads' Association
COIR
Church News
Presbyterian Church
Lat
Sunshine Scout Troop
Presidental Ball
Shire OF Keillor
Crescent Furnishings
Grundy & Rowland
SUN
Loura
Bain - Jackson
Ferguson St. Williamstown
Lodge
A.N.A
A.W.A
Town Hall
H. Durham
Hamel St
Miss Rewell
Station Place
U.A.C.D
Sunshine Picture Theatre
Morell
Anderson Rd
P.A.F
Loyal Sunshine Lodges
Ridley St
J. R. Ligertwood
Summerhill Rd
Seymour
Manchester
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