07 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 07, 1920
Page
1
A long, scattered fragment discusses Willy Watt returning from Australia, political exchanges in the House, and Melbourne city matters. It references a push for state reorganization in Western Australia, with debate over boundaries, economic plans, and regional leadership amid wartime or postwar context.
A dated description outlines a very slim silhouette replaced by a billowy gown with lavish ruching and heavy trim. The focus is on texture and drape rather than modern tailoring. It reads like a style column detailing fabric and decorative elements.
The Albany district eyes new land settlement linked to De Garis and the port area's rail access. Prospective capital from De Garis may attract syndicates and expand dairy and crop prospects, with Mount Barker and Porongorups as nearby sites. Railways and port proximity are crucial to enabling closer settlement and district uplift.
A cheerful Forest Hill gathering bid farewell to the Bonehams with warm speeches by A Elverd and A Wal on. Mrs Boneham received a bandbag and Mr Boneham a travelling rug, followed by dancing while M C Bartlette and R Moriarty provided the music as the party ended with Auld Lang Syne and For theyre jolly good fellows.
The article praises new slip-on crochet jackets and bright color trends for spring. It includes craft tips such as making a doll bed from a cardboard box and sewing fabric coverings. It also mentions outfits with taffeta frocks and organdie collars as becoming choices.
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