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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 15, 1940
Page
5
The bay competition could not be held last Sunday due to rough weather. A bus will depart the Post Office next Sunday at 6.45 am for Pike's Creek Reservoir for a fresh water contest with weigh-in at 8 pm. Trout and perch catches have been reported recently and a good day is expected.
The A team fell 106 96 at Williamstown as Pengelly Crook Wilson and Perry led Sunshine in an away match. The C team beat Newport 6 by Sunshine with Lorenz’s rink rallying from 7 to finish even.
The St Mark's Harriers opened the season at Blackburn with Footscray dominant in many events. Keith Hebb starred by throwing the javelin 144 ft 1 in, while Rus Cox impressed in his inter club debut and a strong mile. Next Saturday's meet moves to Heyington with a 1 p.m. bus from Libbis Garage.
Albion Schoolboys, after a league season, celebrate at a prevention night hosted by Mr and Mrs Bowman with home made pies and ration era substitutes. J Dignan presides presenting trophies for Victorian Schoolboys Soccer Association as Albion dominates trophies.
At the tables Mrs G Clayton Mrs T Hill and Mr Ayton supplied the milk. The night ended too soon for most present and the committee will be busy this Saturday night ensuring a successful presentation night for the seniors.
At the November 5 half year meeting Sunshine A N A elected officers led by President K McDougall and Vice President J Attrill. Director Ritchie warned against B M A tactics in the proposed Friendly Societies agreement, urging members to study the clauses and prepare to oppose detrimental terms. The committee planned a syllabus for the next quarter with a meeting set for November 19.
Mrs Eliza Bell died at Melbourne Hospital at age 54. Born in Cleter Moor England she was wife of Alexander Bell of St Ives Maidstone. Survived by five daughters and one son. Funeral at Footscray Cemetery attended by many with floral tributes. Rev Dennis officiated. Nelson Bros funeral directors.
A shoot at Sassella Park is scheduled for Saturday November 16 at 2.30 p.m. with usual trophies on offer. Arrangements are well in hand for a big shoot planned before Christmas.
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