Compiled by Cameron McCullough THAT “the pen is mightier than the sword,” is an acknowledged truism. Strong drink, so saith the Scriptures, stingeth like an adder of the “deaf” species, but when a powerful public organ, with a firmly established reputation, which rightful status belongs to “The Standard,” refuses to be “gagged,” and in the interests of the community deems it propitious to speak straight out from the shoulder, its trenchant and logical criticism, apparently, biteth after the manner of a serpent.In last Wednesday’s issue, and with a decreed sense of public duty, we published quite an extraordinary letter under…
Author: BaysideNews
DURING the monthly sitting of the Council on Friday last, what may be termed as the aftermath of the monster indignation meeting which eventuated in the Frankston Palais, on November 14, 1924 was conveyed in a communication under the signatures of Mr. T. J. McMurtrie (chairman) and Mr. L. J. Ward, secretary.The letter in question sounded forth the indisputable mandate of “John Citizen,” passed by resolution, viz.:-“Owing to the DEPLORABLE STATE into which the finances of the Shire have been allowed to drift, this meeting of ratepayers of the Shire of Frankston and Hastings, have no longer confidence in their…
HUNDREDS of mourners gathered at Mentone Girls Grammar School last week to farewell Bianca Jones.Bianca Jones and her friend Holly Bowles died last month after falling victim to suspected methanol poisoning while on holiday in Laos. They were both aged just 19. Jones’ former high school hosted her funeral on Friday, 6 December. Mentone Girls Grammar principal Natalie Charles shared a statement from the Jones family prior to the funeral, which read “your kindness has been a source of strength and comfort for our family.”“Today is a profoundly significant day as we come together to honour Bianca’s life and to…
A NEW facility for radiation therapy opened at Peninsula Private Hospital in Langwarrin last week. The $8 million radiation therapy centre features a bunker insulated by 400 cubic metres of concrete. It is located next to the Acacia inpatient oncology ward, day infusion centre, and clinical trials unit.Peninsula Private Hospital CEO Austin Wills said the facility would help the older population on the Mornington Peninsula. “We’re pleased to welcome the team from GenesisCare to Peninsula Private Hospital, expanding the comprehensive services we provide. The addition of radiation therapy alongside our existing portfolio of diagnostic imaging and pathology, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, inpatient…
TWENTY alleged shoplifters were arrested during a police operation in Frankston last month. The police operation ran between 13 and 15 November. 20 people aged between 13 and 58 were arrested.A 28-year-old Frankston woman was charged with theft, and three counts of possess drug of dependence. She was bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates Court on 16 December. A 46-year-old Frankston woman was charged with theft, handle stolen goods, and seven counts of obtain property by deception. She was bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates Court on 10 December. A 36-year-old Frankston woman was charged with going equipped to steal,…