Barrett Elected Shire President Amid Social Ceremony
Cr Barrett of Maribyrnong was unanimously chosen as President of the Shire of Braybrook for the coming year receiving a £350 allowance plus £100 if the Shire becomes a city. The retiring President Dr Barclay praised nonpartisan leadership as councillors and citizens toasted the new leader in a social gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cr. BR. Barrett
Maribyrnong
Shire of Abraysbrook
Cr Barrett
Barrett
Dodson
Barret
Barclay
Cr. Barclay
Cr. Barrett
Crs
Pennell
Parsons
Hayden
Beachly
Dobson
Lynch
Cr. Dobson
FE. Hargreaves
H. Robinson
Fire at Deer Park Destroys Store and Post Office
A Monday morning fire severely damages the Deer Park store and post office at 3 am. High winds hindered firefighters though flames blew toward a vacant allotment. Building owned by C. A. Brown and occupied by N. C. Govan.
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Deer Park
C. A. Brown
N. C. Govan
Seymour retires from well known Sunshine mens shop
Mr R V Seymour proprietor of Seymours at Hampshire Road and Sun Crescent Sunshine retires after 24 years. Ken Deneys takes over Monday, keeps Seymours name, promises quality goods, service and fair prices. Seymour, a WWI limbless veteran and ex Sunshine District Band secretary, devoted to church welfare and ex servicemen.
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RB. V. Seymour
Hampshire Road
Sun Crescent
Sunshine
Ken Deneys
Seymour
Camberwell
Sunshine District Band
Sunshine Methodist
Sunshine Direct
Leviathan
Melbourne
Snow's Men
ALF
Seymours
Keilor Shire elects Davis as President for coming year
Councillors on Saturday elected Cr. Davis as Shire President for the next twelve months. The allowance was fixed at 105 pounds. Cr. Easton, newly elected Maribyrnong representative, was praised by fellow councillors as he pledged to work for the Shire and the Maribyrnong Riding.
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Keilor
Milburn
Fox
Cr. Fox
Cr. Davis
Cr. Parr
Cr. Easton
Eddie
Cr. Davis Wis O
Maribyrnong
Cro Easton
Unveiling of Memorial Board for Scout J N Lawson
A memorial board and two wings were unveiled by Scoutmaster Rev Adams at St Marks to honor Scouter J N Lawson who died aboard H M A S Sydney. Tributes were given by Scout Commissioner A Shutt Dr J R Parsons and Rev A Winter as a large crowd of Scouts and friends attended.
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J. N. Lawson
2Nd Sunshine
St. Mark's
Adams
Jim Lawson
H.M.A.S. Sydney
A. Shutt
J. R. Parsons
District Scouts
Braybrook Shire year in review highlights progress and plans
The retiring President Dr T R Barclay presents a detailed report on Braybrook Shire's development. Housing, city status, health, transport, libraries, and Food for Britain drives show activity despite shortages. Notable gains include road resurfacing, tram extensions, and the turf wicket at Selwyn Park.
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Braybrook
T. R. Barclay
Barclay
Council
Selwyn Park
M.B.W
Councillors Welcomed Back at Braybrook Meeting
Braybrook Council resumed business with Cr Harclay greeting Cr Dobson back after illness and Cr Pennell returning from England. The welcome extended to re elected Cr Harelay and Cr Parsons Salmond Skinner and to new Cr Dempster with Dr Dempster praised for family service to the municipality.
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Braybrook
Cr. Harclay
Cr. Dobson
Cr. Pennell
England
Cr .Harelay
Crs
Parsons
Salmond and Skinner
Cr Dempster
Cr Barclay
Dr. Dempster
Sunshine wedding shower honors Marie Avhnsaton and Cecil Willaton
Nearly 100 relatives and intimate friends attended a shower at St. Mark's Hall Mos. Maunsey and Mre Barrie sisters of the bride proont Hehe hosted. A flower spray and other gifts were presented to the honored couple. Marie and Cecil thanked guests and sisters for a happy evening with dancing games and refreshments.
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Sunshine
Willatons
Crreens
Mariel Avhnsaton
Cecil Willaton
Diek Mouwisey
Marie
Sunshine Theatre Alterations Progress at Local Venue
Alteration work has begun at the Sunshine Theatre with redecoration refurnishing and new lighting. The management aims to minimize patron inconvenience while modernizing the facilities for greater comfort and enjoyment.
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Sunshine Theatre
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Cr. R. Barrett
New Shire President
D. P. McLachlan
K. C. Deneys
Seymour's Men’s Store
R. V. Seymour
Memorial Board
SHIRE
The
Housing Commission
T.B
Tramways’ Board
Gordon St
Maribyrhong
Williamson Rd
Minister of Public Works
Library Services
G. Stewart
Library Services Board
Food For
Britain
Sheffield
Lord Mayor's Fund
Sunshine Younger Set
Sport & Recreation
BR. Barclay
E Hargreaves
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