General News
1 August, 2026
Charlton 100 Years Ago: the brass band and a farm accident
What was making news in 1926.
100 Years Ago
July 28 - 31, 1926
Accident on Farm: A serious accident befell Mr Joe O’Connor while fallowing with a tractor. In cranking up the tractor back-fired, and the handle struck him on the temple. He was taken to Dr Wilson’s hospital and is now doing as well as can be expected.
Mrs A.T. Harris, while playing golf on the links had the misfortune to severely sprain her left ankle and has been confined to her room since then.
Mr W.B. Wood, manager of the Bank of Victoria, has been transferred to the charge of the Horsham branch.
Mr Wood has been a most popular and efficient officer and regret is expressed at his departure. Mr F.A. Street, of the relieving staff will be in charge pending the arrival of the new manager.
The Retiring Councillors: Cr Churchill voiced his appreciation of the courtesy shown him during his term in the council. He paid a tribute to the secretary and engineer.
He said he had served to the best of his ability. Cr Larmour said it was his first term at the council table, and there were many matters his colleagues were more versed in regarding council procedures than he was.
Cr Edyvean did not wish to take all the credit, but contended the finances of his riding had improved somewhat during the last seven and a half years. All were offering their services again to the ratepayers.
Brass Band: A special meeting of the committee was held in the bandroom to consider the application for the position of bandmaster.
Eight applications were received, and after a long discussion it was decided to give Mr A. Cooper, a previous bandmaster in Charlton first preference. Final arrangements in connection with finding employment, etc, were left in the hands of the president and the secretary (Mr A.R. Jenkins). It is the intention of the committee to call on all previous donors and subscribers as the band funds are very low at present.
New Mill: Good headway is being made on the main mill building. It is anticipated a start will soon be made on the erection of three large wheat silos, facing the new railway line. These silos will be prominent landmarks with an overall height of over 100 feet.
The foundations of a large grain shed have recently been started. The shipment of modern weighbridges are on order.
About 60 men are at present employed on the construction work, so that even at this stage the benefit of the weekly pay roll to the tradespeople of the town must be considerable.
Church of England Social: Despite the fact that this week had numerous counter attractions, the fortnightly euchre social and dance in connection with St Martin’s Church was well patronised. Twenty-seven tables were engaged in euchre.
The gents first prize was won by Mr A. Gane. The ladies by Miss Gane and the secret table prizes went to Miss White and Mr Tom O’Keefe.
The supper was of the usual high standard, after which 35 couples took part in the dancing to music supplied by the Charlton Jazz Orchestra. The arrangements were in the hands of Mrs A.E. Giles, Mrs R. Storey and Miss V. Bilton.
Winter Bargains: The well-known firm of M.B. Luth and Co are conducting a sale of Winter Dress Materials, covering a wide and high-class range of goods. The latest shades are available at prices to suit all, and inspection of the public is invited.
Shoe Sale: Wm Wylie announces a big sacrifice in ladies’ shoes, the prices being so low that it is anticipated a clearance will be effected very quickly.
A good range in style and quality is offered buyers who have the opportunity for excellent bargains.
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