30 Jun 1924
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1924
Page
1
A long mixed column covers winter fashion trends in Sydney, detailing jumper styles with bold Fair Isle patterns, kerchief troubles, and pocket placements. It also previews melon pickle recipes, melon and onion preserves, and a cake and apple dessert, followed by notes on student Lina Sherman returning to Australia and social critiques on modern mothers.
Public sale of linoleum patterns and prices promotes a wide range of 3 feet and 27 inch widths. Includes bordered passage lines and heavy velvet pile options with designs like Fawns and Saxe Blues. Special rate noted as 135 6d per yard.
A historical ledger entry lists indent special fabrics and linens including Cream Fleunelettio and White Flaunelette with quantities like 12 and 18 dozen. Items mention Speed 12 and 17 loons, along with various priced slivers, slips, and fabrics tied to a fabric dealer or mill, noting dates and valuing each piece.
Delegates of the Coastal Districts Farmers assembly debated forming a new Farmers Assocation. Members argued about funding, leadership, and whether to proceed with a new state-wide body, amid calls to protect coastal interests and unite local producers.
A detailed report describes the formation of district committees, their representation on the executive council, and funding mechanisms. It notes proportional representation, meeting schedules, and the goal of expanding operations including wool shipments from Geraldton to London.
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