Deer Park Coursing Victory and Local News Update
James Watson receives congratulations as his greyhound Confuge wins the Springfield Stakes at Craigieburn Coursing Club. Deer Park figures include trainer Chris Harrison of Brown Jack fame, Mr. F Foley returning from holidays, and the McIntyres planning to relocate to Albion. Foreman duties at Nobel’s explosive factory shift to H Lewis of Footscray. Koller Creek provides good trout and perch fishing. A Truganina Progress Association sports meeting fills the recreation ground next month with a strong athletic and horse events program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Watson
Confuge
Craigieburn
Brown Jack
F. Foley
McIntyre
Deer Park
Albion
J. Gray
Nobel
H. Lewis
Footscray
Koller Creek
Truganina Progress Association
Tru
Waning
Slab Making System Approved by Braybrook Visitors
Dr Wells of Bacchus Marsh and shire engineer Mr A W Bond inspected Braybrook Shire Council’s concrete slab factory on Wednesday with Mr W J Andrew guiding. Bond praised the simple economical method and recommended adopting it in Bacchus Marsh to cut costs and employ local ratepayers. Andrew devised the process to reduce construction expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Braybrook Shire Council
Wells
Bacchus Marsh
A. W. Bond
M.C.E
W. J. Andrew
Vicory
Bond
Andrew
Melton notes health, water scheme talks, and local crime
Melton correspondent reports Donald Campbell of Oxford improving after illness and returning home. Mulbourne trip noted. Melton Tenula Association prep for season with two additional toys. Golfers plan a new Links court and team. Shire Council aims to secure Little Scotland reservoir as part of a water scheme for a dry area, with local member Mr J Pollard, M.L.A., showing interest. Saturday night offences prompt police action as four men are charged with theft after a bird seizure at Mr Ritchie’s hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald Campbell
Xford
Ha Wee
Mulbourne
Melton Tenula Association
Reapon
Ible
Little Scotland
Molton
J. Pollard
M.l.a
We Minoo
Sunshine Branch A N A Meeting Sees Elections And Bowls Win
The Sunshine Branch of the A N A met with W Hummel presiding on September 3. Barclay and West elected clearance members from Footscray and Casterton. Hummel praised Barclay for joining the Hbiow Council. Two new members were proposed. Ellingwen resigned as U K 8 delegate. Barclay elected for U K 8 plate. McBride reported on U K 8 work. Sun shine A W A ladies branch to receive a party at the Masonic Hall Wednesday. A W A ladies versus A N A bowls match yielded a narrow A N A victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine
A.N.A
W. Hummel
T. K. Barclay
Mr. West
Footscray
Casterton
Hummel
Barclay
Hbiow Council
Ellingwen
U.K
T. HR. Barclay
McBride
Sunshine A.W.A
Masonic Hall
A.W.A
ANA
Sale Yards Debate Moves to Expert Led Relocation
A deputation representing the metropolis and county districts urged Premier Hogan to relocate the sale yards and noxious trades from inner areas. They called for scientific reclassification of trades and expert-led site selection considering railways, roads, and fumes, warning against locations near Footscray. Premier Hogan promised to consider water concerns and act on the deputation’s wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Agriculture
Royal Agricultural Society
E. J. Hogan
Braybrook Shire
Skewes
Maribyrnong
Hogan
Newmarket
Sehwieger
Tom
Harry
Sunshine Triumphs In Semi Final Narrow Victory
The Buasshine boys defeated North Footscray in a closely fought semi final on Saturday. Sunshine led at quarters 2.6 to 1.1, then 3.4 to 3.0, with final scores Sunshine 9.10 64 to North Footscray 0.8 65. Sunshine advances to the Anal on October 1. Best for Sunshine were Bradbury Clemson and Gibson. Best for North Footscray were Bidebot tom Davis Waring and Grant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buasshine
North Footscray
Susuhine
Buuabine
Sunshine
B. Bradbury
L. Clemson
G. Clemson
A. Gibson
Gillies
J. Caithness
Bidebottom
Davis
Waring
Grant
Sunshine Soccer Club Calls For Support In Charity Match
The R8SUA branch challenged Sunshine Soccer Club to a charity match at Sunshine to aid the children's Christmas tree. The event promises high-level play with top Victoria players and a pre-match dance at Masonic Hall on October 8. Attendance supports kids and local entertainment with tickets and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R 8Sua
Sunshine Soccer Club
Sunshine
Victoria
Sunshine K
Masonic Hall
Albion General Carrier Begins Sunshine to Melbourne Service
Mr P Galea of Adelaide Street Albion starts a general carrier business operating between Sunshine Braybrook Albion and Melbourne. An excellent service at moderate rates is promised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Galea
Adelaide Street
Albion
Sunshine
Braybrook
Melbourne
St Albans Church Ladies' Guild Social Evening Report
The St Albans Church of England Ladies' Guild held a pleasant social evening on Wednesday night with games and dancing. Mr K Mottram and Mrs Caretty acted as pasmiante. the event was described as a success with lively entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Alban’s Church of England Ladies’ Guild
K. Mottram
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Melton
Sale Yards
Mat Vooteray
V. M. Knol
Esplanade
Barb St
Raleigh's Rd
G.penrose
Penrose’s Drapery Stores
Mest
Ascot Vale
Harbottle
Springett
Foster
Carroll
Forrester
Dixon
Jones
Douglas
Harrison
R. Gray
Wilding
Nicholson ST
Harold Booker
Overland Six
Willys-Knight
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