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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1927
Page
2
A reflective column debates the ethics of promises the “scrap of paper” idea, xenial hyphenation myths, and public honesty. It surveys Lyng’s census critique, Anglo-Saxon self image, Sunshine’s cultural aims, and calls for a town band while critiquing English accents and immigration discourse.
A proposed Sunshine Shoppe project calls for a permanent organizing body to prep and promote a community Shopping Week. The plan, four years in discussion, envisions self supporting events, publicity from December to December, and Friday night promotions to boost local trade despite lacking a formal coordinating association.
The musical comedy Sunny, presented by Sir Benjamin and Mr. John Fuller, has drawn over 90 000 attendees in ten weeks at the Princess Theatre. The show features a star line from New York and London, with 15 scenes, sparkling costumes, and a full Australian chorus, praised as a bright, melodious and spectacular production now in its final week with forthcoming bookings.
Headmasters W. F. Littlejohn of Scotch College and L. A. Adamson of Wesley College comment on English spoken in England. They cite Oxonian mispronunciations at Magdalen College and Oxford as examples of slipshod or careless speech. They argue Australians know how to speak English properly.
A letter to the editor from Ridley Street urges action on repairs to the overhead bridge decking near McKay's. It notes that recurring rain leaves a water pool over the decking, making it hard for women and children to cross without getting wet, and hopes the successor of Mr Johnston will pursue the Railway Commissioners for a fix.
Harvester Rifle Club at Sunshine Works held a presi dent's trophy match last Saturday with four height scores hindered by poor conditions. Vice-captain Little, age 47, with 4 handicap, claimed the trophy as scores from V. the 47 4-6 and A. Dumbrell 37 4-41 and F. Davies 33 1-41 were listed. next Saturday’s 900 yard shoot is planned as two targets show good muster.
McWhirters, the quality grocers, publish a change advertisement in this issue inviting customers to note updated prices and items. The notice highlights altered offerings and emphasizes continued value at the store.
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