Rumors of Acquisitions and Global Moves Stir Readers
The item notes rumors of the P and 8.N. Company gaining control of Orient 8.N. Company. It reports Admiral Jellicon slated to hoist his flag aboard new battle cruisers New Zealand on February 16 and plans to travel to Australia ten days later. It cites a London measure about British Air Ministry dispatching aircraft to Central Africa to survey Cairo to Capetown routes and discusses a potential India to Zavad Afro route with prior train accident damages at Spencer's Brook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Jellicon
New Zealand
Pais
Australia
London
British
Air Ministry
Central Africa
Cairo
Capetown
Trade and Commerce Notes on Postwar UK Industry and Germany
The article surveys new and existing UK industries listed by the Board of Trade and notes exports and distribution methods. It discusses postwar competition, standardisation goals, and the push for concerted action in iron, steel, and shipbuilding, plus German industrial plans and UK measures that could resemble economic warfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Kingdom
Inj
Apite
Iron and Steel
Germany
Imperial Department of Economies
Reichstag
Vossiche Zeitung
India
Shipping and Shipbuilding Industries Committee
America
Home crafted soft drinks and fruit syrups for summer
An article discusses the large expenditure on soft drinks and ice cream, favors homemade fruit juice drinks over artificial products, and offers simple methods for pineapple juice, appleade, lemonades, and syrups. It urges moderation and gradual sipping to avoid stomach discomfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Auatrilia
Tonto
The Return of the Parlor in War Time Homes
Women see the parlor regain prominence as postwar homes adapt to tight budgets and scarce furniture. War brides swap formal dining rooms for a combined light, cheerful living space with a foldaway table, minimal sideboards, and practical yet pretty touches to suit wartime economies.
The Satisfactory Husband and the Idea of Friendship
A London coroner's remark sparks a reflection on marriage as a friendship. The author argues lasting happiness rests on pairing with a true friend, noting wives seek attentions and shared understanding that may fade if not nurtured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
S Peaker
Mather
Woman Preachers Discussed by English Clergy Group
Canon Spiek suggests women in the pulpit might attract men to church as a curiosity, though he doubts real benefit to the church. The Lower House of Consoration debated equal rights for women in ministry, noting potential challenges to traditional roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canon Spiek
Consoration
England
Pulpit Socialites and the Recruiting Dilemma
The passage questions whether women with reforming missions are suited for the pulpit or for recruiting new congregants. It argues that the attractive, mission driven type may be scarce and that other women who advocate virtue could manipulate male supporters, while reformers may neglect ordinary parishioners and risk alienating the broader church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nvason
Sedan
Attic East
Fashion Note on Ladies Morning Attire and Foot Display
A mid Victorian style critique discusses length and fit of morning dresses. It argues outfits must avoid extremes as too short reveals vanity and too long hides beauty. The piece links modest drapery with a refined sense of timidity and delicate loveliness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dine Doo
Blouses and Sleeves Dominate One Piece Frocks This Season
Fashion notes describe long waisted one piece dresses remaining popular. Sleeves vary from long and close fitting to short and loose depending on style. Garments feature Mannelette fabric in various hues with jet being used in trims.
Pound Cake Recipe From A Tarnished Page
A damaged recipe entry describes making pound cake by creaming butter and sugar, adding eggs gradually, then folding in flour and mixed fruit. The batter is baked in a lined tin at a low oven for three to four hours, yielding a dense fruit cake variant.
Mulberries for Jam and Colorful Apple Jelly
Instructions describe making mulberry jam with apples as a stiffener and sugar ratio of half a pound sugar per pound fruit. Process fruit by crushing and straining, then simmer in preserving pan until boiling and add sugar for about 30 minutes. Adding a handful of mulberries to apple jelly yields a pretty color.
Mould in Jam and Wartime Medal News
Mould spores settle on jam surfaces and can grow unless jars are sterilized and kept hot. Mould is usually removable from the top and does not spoil jam. Preventive methods include paper soaked in brandy or wax on top. Also notes military honors rewarding Women's gallantry in the field with the Military Medal.
Gaeotio Lotion Honours Medical Women in Andtretia
Dr. Phoee Chapple of Adelaide is cited among seven who aided wounded during an enemy air raid. A Christmas tree event at Likestrest Kindenrar featured gifts for children and a notable display of community kindness and playground work promoting kindergarten ideals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lotion “Gaeotio
Andtretia
Phoee Chapple
Horst
Mise Evelyn Cliften
Crire
Western Australia
Megleet
List of Visitors to Albany at London and Freemasons Hotels
A compiled roll shows numerous guests staying at the London Hotel in Albany including Lieut and Mrs Miton Captain and Mrs McCullum Mr and Mrs Hind and many others with further lists for the Freemasons Motel and Explinade Motel. Names include Hishop of Kalgoorlie Mr and Mrs Montgomery Lt Cowen and Hon HJ Saunders among the visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Miton
McCullum
Hind
Terth
Mr. Wirmer
Guildford
Mies Telverton
Percy Robinkes
Midland Jonation
Chratun
Mors. Durston
PL Durston
Perth
Mr. Backhouse
Weatonia
Mise D. Backhouse
Andrews
Mira
Mower and Daughter
Northam
Capt
Hankin
Hornley
Brown
Nairn
H. Wheeler
Freemacon’s
Mra
E. Halston
Sone
Mo McDowell
Tustive Booth
E. Murehant
Alex Montgomery
Mise Montgomery
T. K. Montgomery
Hishop
Kalpoorlie
L. Butler
D. J. Carmichael
L. A. Woolf
Misa A. Woolf
J. Brown
E. Haynes
J. Brotheridge
BR. Cooke
Ami
A. L. Parsons
HJ. Saunders
Mlc
Saunders
Lt. Cowen
Explinade
F. Leake
B. Shell
G. V. Oldham
H. G. Hampton
Hampton
Stevens
D. Stevens
S’. Henriques
Curse
H. A. Marriner
Mine F Oldham
G. Gordon-Brown
Arthur Male
Fragmented quotes on liberty and character from Mil and Bossuet
The passage juxtaposes John Stuart Mill's critique of state overreach with a remark on machinery and power usage. It also cites Bossuet on pleasant thoughts and a claim that humor reveals character, reflecting a mix of philosophical aphorisms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baniah
John Stuart Mil
Sporting Notes on Racing and Racing Figures
Sporting notes review racing events and figures. Mentions Carman shomism, F Berry on a Harley Davidson motorcycle, and a Brisbane Sydney run. Discusses Marlebone MCC tour plans and Victorian Rowing Association delays, plus racing nominations and Caulfield results amid English-bred horses’ strong showing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Berry
Brisbane
Sydney
Silks
Giovin
Marlebone Cricket Club
Australia
Victorian Rowing Association
Selec Hon
Kralgnorne
A. A. Cookbuen
Nondillion Gift
Boulder
Carcesa
Mulhourne
Helidon Spa
Oakleigh Plate
Pinelda
Thorngate
Probation
Theoda
Perth
W. Lean
Cicero
Roy Brahnan
Nancyland
FL Fisher
W.A.T.C
T. Scully
Cetigne
Bundella
Arch Marella
Bimeter
Racing Plains
N.S.W
Athenic
Trieste
Caulfield
Escomb
Accrington
Malvern Handiens
Excomb
Mesure
Clark
Robinson
England
Fruit Crop Prospects Reported by Agri Minister
The Honorary Minister for Agriculture and the fruit industry officer released a forecast on crops across the state. Cherry crops are extremely small. peaches heavy on early varieties, medium to heavy overall. English Plum light. Japanese Plums heavy. Apricots heavy. Pears heavy but affected by disease. apples initially promising but now projected around 450 000 bushels with top Jonathans, weather remaining a factor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.F. Baxter
Offeer
G. W. Witkens
Dunhelm
Kilward
Thingis
Downing
Higha
Hales
Also Mentioned on This Page
P. and 8.N
Orient 8.N. Company
Spencer’s Brook
York
Ttmn
Dnperral
Ausatralia
Commonwealth
Amy Coleman
Binduli
Kurrawang
Comet Vale
J. Dodds
W. Carswell
Kalgoorlie
Piy
Bowser
New South
Wales
Fitzgersld
Adelaide
Portadown
Washington
Wilson
Rosevelt
Roosevelt
Trade and Commerce Notes
Board of Trade
HLM
Melbourne
Iron and Steel Industries
Women’s Realm
Wonen
Albany
E. G. McKenzie
Fowler's
Victoria Insurance
Albany Council
Stirling Terra
Sporting Notes
London “Sportsman
Thor Panther
Wat.c. Earn
Slanniry
Mallerrop Sports
Pobrugry
Collis H.C
West Dale RC
Mosrowie SC
Merredin Rio
Navengthere T.C
W. Allivon
Departmental Review of Prospects
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