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Newspaper

Sunshine Advocate

Location

Sunshine, Victoria, Australia

Date

Nov 18, 1938

Page

6

Sunshine Cycling Club Five Mile Handicap Winner Thompson

The Sunshine Cycling Club held a five mile handicap last Saturday attracting a record field. J Thompson won from R Grenfell with H Fell third. Thompson aged 16 shows potential for future class. Next event is a three mile handicap from Albion gates at 3 pm with new members welcome.

Sunshine Club J. Thompson H. Hill J. Dumbrell J. Grenfell L. McPherson W. Grenfell G. Dirkson W. Thompson J. Connelly J Preston Thompson R. Grenfell H Fell Honor J. Connelly Scr Connell R. Grenfel H. Fell Albion Railway McPherson Leith Avenue Albion

Glass frame causes a late start for worker

In a humorous exchange a worker explains he arrived late after discovering the glass missing from his frame. The misstep is framed as a light office mishap and the boss notes the tardiness.

Boss Atus Rastus

Sound Effect at Town Hall Improves Acoustics

The council has considered acoustical improvements for Town Hall and reviewed prices. Brunswick Town Hall's treatment impressed councillors with its sounding qualities. Jas Bell Mineral Products quoted £310, higher than prior bids. Council invited a firm representative to further discuss the project.

eTown Hall Brdunswick Town Hall Jas Bell Mineral Products

Braybrook Council Rejects Sunshine Charity Event Plan

Braybrook Council on Monday rejected Footscray After-Care Clinic proposal for an entertainment in Sunshine to aid a local charity. The council approved a £10 10s municipal grant and noted Sunshine children receiving clinic care and weekly £9 running costs. Dr Johnson from Lyde Street Footscray urged further council support, while the Ladies Benevolent Society sought extra help for expected Christmas demands and donated £15.

Braybrook St Ay Pitiide Ladies’ Benevolent Society Shire of Braybrook

Improvements to Selwyn Park Subsidy Decision Report

The Public Works Department told Braybrook Council a subsidy of £100 was granted toward proposed works at Selwyn Park with the Council contributing £50. The Monday night announcement drew praise from Dr Towe and Dr Dempster for urging government support benefiting Sunshine residents.

Public Works Department Braybrook Sel Vs Fark Towe Dempster Sunshine

Braybrook Council Discusses Quarry Sale Controversy

Braybrook Council debated selling part of its Duke Street quarry. Dr. Pennell questioned removal of pitchers and whether any stone could be taken before Governor in Council approval. The engineer said a few pitchers were being removed to build a road, deposit of 100 pounds paid, motion to endorse the engineer carried.

Braybrook Duke Street A. G. Pennell H. Robinson Dr. Pennell Hargreaves Pennell Glendenning Lowe Watson

Song of Joy and Lyric Grace by Rodda

A compact verse celebrates music and nature with vivid imagery of thrushes chimes choirs and a radiant musical joy. Grace L Rodda signs the piece, evoking rapture and melodic ascent through lush, timeless lines.

Grace L. Rodda

Vacancies for Boarders at Private Sunshine Residence

Advertises board for rent in a private Sunshine residence at 42 Graham Street. Describes attractive location near business area with excellent accommodation and first class dining. Rates stated as moderate tariff and invites applications.

Graham Street Sunshine

Seymour's Advertisers Slogan Competition Closes Saturday

R V Seymour's invites entries for a slogan contest with 20 prizes including fur hats travel rugs denim overalls and waterproof coats. Entry forms available free at Seymour's Corner. Winners announced in the Advocate on Friday December 16.

Seymour's Corner

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Sunshine Cycling Club C. Ogilvie Thorley Libbis Devonshire Road Sunshine 105 Town Hall Council Selwyn Park McDonald’s Seymour Hampshire Road THE Horsfall Ieach Oaks Finanes F. Horsfall Barkly Street Footscray Wil R. V. Seymour Firth & Son Windsor ST Footscray, W Watts HH. Doherty Animal Book Sester Sparkler Bruin Boys Baby's Tiger Tims CHUMS Robinson’s Corner
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