Compiled by Cameron McCullough
ON Monday last, Mr. Mark Brody, the well-known land and estate agent, of Frankston, had a bright item of news to tell a representative of “The Standard.”
The previous week a little bird whispered to Mr. Brody that the anniversary of Mr. Priest’s birthday was on the wing, and the ever-wide-awake “Mark,” as he likes to be called, hit upon the idea that a surprise party would be just the thing to “fill the bill.”
So he approached Mr. W. G. Wells, who supplies excellent joints of choice beef for his many customers, and that urbane gentleman said to the irresistible Mr. Brody:
“Right-o ! You fix everything up.”
Mr. Brody did, and thus it came about that on Wednesday evening, a week ago, Messrs. Mark Brody (the originator of the happy idea), M. Jacobs, Nelson, Morrison, G. Dugan, A. Tasker (the popular A.S.M.), S. Lawrey, B. Morgan, and C. Woods (the well-known tonsorial artist), congregated at the residence of Mr. Priest, and did honor to the auspicious occasion.
In proposing the toast of the guest, Mr. Brody eulogised in an appropriate vein the qualities of which he was possessed, and alluded to the many acts of goodness in “both money and kind” that Mr. Priest had performed in an unostentatious manner.
In his remarks, Mr. Brody was supported by all present.
The guest suitably responded.
A most pleasant evening was spent, interspersed with songs and musical items. A delectable supper was served, the appetising viands being supplemented with choice vintage, the ever-favorite “gold-top” being much enjoyed.
THE motor oil delivery tank of the Commonwealth Oil Refineries Ltd. made a further delivery of 1000 gallons of bulk motor spirit to Frankston on Wednesday last.
This is the third delivery to Frankston in the last few weeks, and on Friday a further delivery will be made.
Undoubtedly this bulk delivery is a great boon to Frankston re-sellers of motor spirit.
PERSONAL
Mr M. J. Canny,well and favorably known in Frankston, and a constant summer visitor to the town is much spoken of for the vacant commissionership of the Victorian Railways.
The many friends of Mrs. R. Morgan, the popular proprietress of the up-to-date De Luxe tea rooms, Young street, who is at present a patient in Sister Campbell’s well-known private hospital, Melbourne road, under the care of Dr. Hilliard Johnson, will be pleased to hear that she is progressing favorably. We join in wishing Mrs. Morgan a speedy recovery.
Mr. T. Hurley, who, for the past eighteen months,’ was stationed as clerk in the railway booking office at the Frankston depot, has been transferred to Clifton Hill. Mr. Hurley is a most zealous and courteous officer, and we wish him every prosperity in his new sphere.
Mr. E. G. Finn, from Essendon, has taken Mr. Hurey’s position, and if a first impression of him may be cited as a criterion, he should become equally as popular as his predecessor did.
FRANKSTON POLICE COURT
At the above court on Tuesday last, L. Davey, of “Gowrie” Mt Eliza, made, application for a Estate Agent’s Licence, which was granted.
A conscientious objector, respect of vaccination, was muleted the nominal penalty of 5/-.
MR. Macafee, of the Lounge Circulating Library, in Bay street, Frankston, has good reason to be proud of his enterprise.
His stock of modern novels are by leading authors, and a special catalogue is in course of preparation, giving a full list of the interesting books available, which will appear through our next issue, while supplementary lists will be advertised each week.
The fine new premises also comprises an up-to-date tailoring establishment. Gent’s own material is made up, by a practical men, so customers are recommended to bring along suit lengths which they may have purchased. He will do the rest.
In conjunction, there is a splendid lounge billiard room, of which Mr. V. Carter is the popular proprietor. Tomorrow evening (Saturday) a unique wireless demonstration will be, given by a representative of the Associated Radio, and, if successful, Mr. Carter will install a permanent set. Truly, tomorrow night will be the night!
The famous Ironmongery Emporium conducted by the enterprising Mr. J. Lyle, in Wells street, Frankston, has long been classed as the wonder shop of the town, inasmuch, that the various assortment of goods displayed therein, convinces customers of versatile tastes, that, if desired, there can be purchased anything from a needle to an anchor.
Mr. Lyle has, moreover, opened up a new crockery department next door to his present store, and will specialise in this particular line.
He invites inspection.
Mr. Lyle is also introducing the “lay-by” system for those who may desire it.
FRANKSTON TENNIS CLUB
Elsewhere in this issue, Mr.. P. S. McGovern, the energetic honorary secretary of the Frankston Tennis Club, notifies that a general meeting of the same will be held in the Mechanics’ Hall on Thursday evening of next week. As the business will be of an important nature, a full attendance is requested.
EVER since the Christmas trade, Mr. O. J. Olsen, proprietor of the Frankston Garage, which is situated next door to the police station, on the Melbourne road, having had a big demand for petrol, has been, to use his own phrase: “Fighting with the British Imperial Vacuum, Oil Companies for bulk delivery at Frankston,” and at the hour of going to press we are informed that the first delivery of bulk petrol, made by the said companies, will be delivered today at the well-known garage in question.
This supply of petrol is going to prove of great advantage, inasmuch, that it will do away with the hitherto loss of time, and will be delivered straight from the tank into the bowser.
Mr. Olsen is to be congratulated on his enterprise.
THE entertainment given at the Mechanics’ Hall on Tuesday of last week in aid of the Frankston High School funds was most successful, approximately £17 accruing as a result.
Mr. P. Wheeler, J.P., chairman of the High school council, in opening the concert, said he regretted that a prior engagement prevented his staying throughout the evening, but hoped everyone would enjoy themselves, and thanked them for their support.
The whole of the programme was given by the 1st Mornington Girl Guides, in charge of Capt. R. H. Aicken, and it would be hard to single out any particular item more than another that is deserving of special mention.
The programme consisted of recitations, solos, action songs, costume comedies and folk dances.
The latter were specially appealing. The music for these dances was composed by the Ven. Archdeacon Aickin, who acted as accompanist throughout.
At the conclusion, Mr. R. E. Chapman (headmaster of the High school) thanked all those who so kindly assisted in making the entertainment a success, also Mr. L. Davey for bringing the Guides from Mornington at his own expense.
Cr. Bradbury seconded the vote of thanks, which was carried by acclamation.
From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 16 & 18 Jul 1924
