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Newspaper
Warrnambool Standard
Location
Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1917
Page
5
A town meeting discussed supporting war relief via raffles for the VMCA and WWI efforts. Organizers proposed committees to run rallies and independent women's group participation, with returned soldiers offering help and a call to publish the stance against raffles.
Local meeting chaired by Mayor Dr. P. Webb debates VMLCA policy on raffles. Officials discuss cancelling or redirecting raffle funds for Warrnambool and YMCA Market Day, with opposition from several speakers urging adherence to principles and alternative fundraising options.
The article details disputes within a community movement linked to the YMCA raffles. Key figures like Mrs Munro and Mr Cameron face opposition over fundraising methods and alignment with broader associations, with critics warning against compromising charity aims for press exposure.
Mr W J Bich vals outlines YMCA work in Atlansfenl Cudeee Pur sim and Wanguem. Mr L L Wheeler presides at Cuvier meeting where Richards speaks on YMCA service to soldiers. A motion by G Vince and Brock supports Red Cross WarrenWard District YMCA efforts. A concert and dance planned in Cud gee next month with tickets set.
At Wangoom a large gathering approved the local YMCA War Work plan. Attendees formed a War Work Committee led by Mrs Mockhey with Mr M Lennan as secretary and pledged support for a July concert and dance event to raise funds.
Several houses and land parcels offered with easy terms. A stone house near the post office, £550. a detached washhouse with large allotment at £475. 15 miles from Arrnamisol and 1 mile from station and creamery. land 15 acres with windmill at £14 per acre. riverfront land with improvements including cow sheds £450. Deposits and balance due by rent. Extensive acreage includes agricultural land with fenced grounds and bore water.
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