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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 10, 1930
Page
6
A quirky old ad extols Pure Volatily Eucalyptus by Sanders and Sons as a top antiseptic. It claims drops on a handkerchief and in baths or mouthwash prevent pyorrhea and preserve teeth, while warning against inferior extracts and listing awards at Amsterdam.
The notice describes one ton weight equivalence and pricing for best box blocks from half ton upward. Orders may be left at Cham bers Hampshire Road. Phone Bupshine 145 for 4G Bartlett Toolern Vale.
The Hine Arolers Club held at Chinton last weekend faced threatening weather but the trophy donated by Miss C Coleston went to A Findlay for the tench catch with the largest trout weighed at 2lb 8oz. Second place to RB Bennett with a trout around 1lb 80z and third to GH Green for a 1lb 6oz trout. Several members weighed in including AL Stevens and E Turner as plans for future competitions and donations were announced.
A Scots verse piece depicts anglers planning a fishing trip in a rural, riverside setting. The speaker mocks the craft with humor while describing gear, creels, and the expectant mood of afternoon fishing and social banter.
A fragmentary verse-like piece hints at sailors and anglers seeking fortune and calm seas. It mentions Meek Findday and Lathe Hech-vael Meek Findlay in a surreal lyrical scene. The tone blends ritual and voyage with calls to rise, pursue, and share the moment.
A fragmentary note recalls a Puritan clash over Sabbath recreation and sports. Tensions rise as critics denounce games and nudges toward strict observance while supporters defend community joys and fair play amid local controversy.
The Braybrook council's allocation of Unemployment Relief monies has run out. No reply has yet been received regarding the council's application for a further grant.
A reader named Berry objects to a columnist or poet's verse attacking Sabbath keepers. He questions belief in Christianity and Evolution, condemns the writer's style, and suggests channeling such verse into other topics like cleaning fish.
Notice states that any person found trespassing or damaging property on the Glen Galla Estate will be prosecuted without further notice. The executors of the L. A. Wairbairn estate issue the order, with dogs and guard actions implied.
Mr H J A Leach notifies Sunshine residents he has taken over the boot repairing business formerly run by J White at 186 Hampshire Road opposite Derrimut Hotel. Quality repairs promised.
Promoter reports a well attended meeting in St Albans as the Unemployed Relief Fund committee reviews income and expenditure to 220d, noting £65 0 0 balance. Plans include a November sports event at Peer Park, a new tennis court project, and road works for Albion Street Albans.
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