Looking Back: 100 Years Ago, 12 November 1925
Impact of the British Seamen’s Strike
The producers of Victoria are losing thousands of pounds due to the British Seamen’s Strike, directed by communist agitators. This strike affects not only the producers but the entire community, as every wage-earner feels its impact. Labor is deeply infiltrated by communists who openly advocate for the abolition of private property ownership.
To end this disruption, it is urged to defeat communism by electing a government majority in both houses.
Russian Orthodox Church Proposal in Dandenong
A proposal to build a church in Dandenong in traditional Russian Orthodox style was rejected by the Dandenong Council and the Board of Works despite support from the local Russian community. Michael Protopopov of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Melbourne commented on the refusal:
“Rev Safronoff is quite correct when he wrote to Dandenong Council stating the church is part of life in the Russian Community. They cannot live without their church. The issue involved is really quite simple. This parish comprising 150 families wish to build a permanent church in true Russian Orthodox style, in which they could continue to glorify God in the manner of their fathers.”
Such a church would serve as a valuable tourist attraction and a cultural asset to the municipality.
Future Use of Former Sewerage Plant
The ex-sewerage plant site is planned to be transformed into a retail precinct.
Author's Summary
This historical snapshot highlights the community-wide effects of labor strikes and the cultural struggles of immigrant groups seeking to preserve their heritage.
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