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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 25, 1931
Page
4
A fashion notice describes new pen near text on outfits including men’s lumber pull-ons and cardigans with wool silk blends. It promotes latest fabrics for smart styling and golf wear featuring refined textures and versatile silhouettes.
The St Mark's Ladies Guild held its fortnightly social in St Mark's Hall on Tuesday December 22 1931 starting at 7 30 pm with Mr Jim Patrick as MC and instructor. Bert Marchant pianist and Charles Hickford violinist provided music as about fifty attendees danced and socialized. The Rev Harwood thanked helpers and announced plans for a Cap Eve night at Shire Hall and a shift of the next social to Monday October 1 before continuing on Tuesdays. Supper was served and Euchre winner was Mrs C H Barnes.
Five members of the 5, and W.R.C. shot at Williamstown from 900 yards. A gusty rear wind caused many shots to miss. Captain Franks won despite two misses. Next Saturday starts the McKay series from 300 yards as locals aim to close the gap with leading teams.
After the September 17 social, Druids welcomed unattached wives, kinless members, and friends. District President Randall Foggarty urged joining No 12 District, while Ted Silvey and Don Campbell were saluted for contributions. Dancers from the Waltzing challenge performed amid music by Marchant, Noble, Rule, Silvey, Hickford. Next social set for October 15.
Golfers faced a damp Saturday at Sunshine Golf Club yet competed for two silver spoons donated by Mrs Betheras. Miss A Oakes and Mr E Pumpa won in their respective sections. A junior section for ages 15 to 21 has been formed. Memberships are inexpensive and details are posted at the clubhouse or from the secretary.
A public meeting led by Shire President Cr. G Pennell formed a Citizens' Committee to assist the district's unemployed in Sunshine. Speakers urged replacing dole with work, criticized dole funds spent on sustenance, and aimed to pressure government for local job creation.
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