09 Sep 1949
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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 09, 1949
Page
1
In Sunshine Shire the council amid heated debate nominated Dr A Beachley for President. Cr Barrett and others condemned seniority tactics while Dr Parsons defended his stance. Beachley won 7 votes to 5 and pledged unity. allowance set at £550.
The Keilor Riding re elected Dr Davis as president with voting showing Davis favored over Cro J Eddie. The meeting increased the presidential allowance to £125 for the forthcoming year and pledged cooperation with the new president amid local tensions.
Braybrook Shire Council seeks to secure a large vacant block at the corner of King Edward Ave and Talmage St for community use. The Railways Dept plans to acquire the land, and owner Mr C N McKay has been asked for a proposition. A special committee will discuss the proposal noting potential for sports grounds or hospital site.
Braybrook Shire Council praised the retiring President Dr RR Barrett for his service. Councillors noted his impartiality as chairman during his presidential year and commented on the quality of his leadership. Dr A Beachley, the new President, was introduced with a motion of thanks.
Deep regret is recorded at the passing of Mr. Alex Franklin Horne of 4 Hampshire Cross at age 44 He died suddenly on Saturday morning September 1d He was employed for many years at TC where he was held in high esteem The funeral at Fawkner Crematorium was attended by relatives and friends of the deceased.
The St Albans news note invites members to a Monday meeting at 7 pm to plan a Sunshine concert and a social secretary led Ball. Next Sunday at 7 pm Miss A Williams, a former Japan missionary, presents an illustrated talk on Japan, inviting all to attend.
This passage outlines the early lives of civic figures in Sunshine and surrounding areas. It details Dr Deadley born in Kerang with boyhood in Bridgewater, droving across Northern Victoria, and a later move to Sunshine in 1921 to work at McKay works before starting a cartage business. It also mentions Vic Peekes, Miss Amy Pevliefton, and the Houghton family with ties to Sunshine Advocate and local music and charity work.
In last week’s court report the accused address was misprinted as 225 Jlampshire Act. The number is incorrect and not connected to the case. The valid address is Heilbronn's Pharmacy.
The Shire of Hraybrook faced rumors that the presidency contest was a wets vs drys battle. Officials deny the claim, noting the new President Dr Beachley has earned support through steady leadership and proper council conduct, while praising previous restraint and hospitality norms.
The Shive Heart Inspector records three new polio cases this week, all from distinct ages within one family. A baby under a year, a toddler around 1 year, and a seven year old are named from Leonard Street.
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