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21 July, 2026
Charlton 100 Years Ago: Motor age and Buckrabanyule doings
Some snippets of news from Charlton in 1926.
100 Years Ago
July 14-17, 1926
Motor Age: To accommodate a growing business a new garage is being erected by Mr Curnow opposite the vale of Avoca Hotel. The building will be of iron and fibrolite, and on modern lines. The floor space will be 35ft by 70ft and the lighting will be from 17 large windows. The latest equipment for motor car repair work will be installed, and as the new garage will be on the main highway, and also at the junction of the Wycheproof and Donald roads, motorists will be well served.
Wonderful timber: A local box log used in the construction of the railway bridge over 40 years ago was purchased along with a quantity of other timber, by Mr T. Curnow some time ago. Although it had been in the ground for 42 years the timber, which originally came from Nine Mile, was as sound as a bell and seemed good for another 40 years.
Buckrabanyule Doings: *It is reported that Buckrabanyule is going to form a golf club.
*Among those who caught the early train for Bendigo were Mr and Mrs R. Kelly and family, who are going down to see the marriage of their daughter, Kathleen, to Mr F. Soding of Charlton.
* In spite of inclement weather a large number gathered at the local state school to witness the unveiling of the Honour Roll by Mrs Cowin, the proud possessor of four brave sons, one of whom paid the supreme sacrifice. Singing was suitable to the occasion. Afternoon tea was dispensed and Mrs W. Grose distributed sweets to the children.
Grade “A” Motor Doctors: The scheme of the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce to issue automobile engineer’s certificates of proficiency is in full swing. Of more than 300 applications only 47 were granted certificates, among them being Mr J. M. Smith, of the “Excelsior” Motor garage, Charlton.
Football: At a meeting the secretary was instructed to engage covered conveyances for the Woosang trip. It was decided that Narraport and Woosang clubs be informed that the Charlton ground would not be available for double matches on July 31. The committee has been well satisfied with the boundary umpiring of Mr J. Foxwell who gives his services every week gratis. It was decided to run a few euchre and dance parties in aid of the club funds. It was also decided that the juniors play their matches on the proper ground instead of on the rough second ground.
Personal: Mr M. Mulquiny, of Wooroonook, was appointed a justice of the peace for the Western and Midland bailiwick. The friends of Miss Maggie Maher are giving her a kitchen tea at her parents’ home.
Harriers Active: Under the watchful eye of Mr J. Foxwell, a 440 yards handicap was held. The race was well contested, the final result being:- E. Arundell, 30 yds 1 st , H. Leech, 10 yds 2 nd , T. Maher, 20 yds 3 rd . Time 53 secs. A pack run across country will be held on Wednesday next, starting from the football ground at 3.45pm. The hares will leave at 3.30pm.
The Gun: A sparrow and pigeon sweepstakes was held. The heavy wind made shooting difficult.
Results:- 1 st sparrow sweep, 5 bird – W. Bertoli 1, A.J. White 2. 2 nd sparrow sweep, president’s trophy – A. J. White 1, J. Lazarus and R. H. Klunder divided 2 nd .
Euchre and Dance at Wychitella: Over 60 persons were present at the euchre party and dance in the Wychitella mechanics’ Institute and the function proved so successful that a similar function is to be held on Tuesday evening next, in aid of the hall funds. At the recent function Miss K. Hindson carried off the lady’s prize, while Mr J. Glasheen was successful in the gents.
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