20 Oct 1924
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1924
Page
1
The piece surveys current dress trends with emphasis on jumpers, blouses, and bodices in cotton or silk, new tone materials, buttons, and decorative trims. It notes shifts from belts to loose sleeves, mentions elephant’s breath fabric in New York and grey velvet tones in London, plus evolving hemlines, footwear, bobbed hair, and outerwear.
An old advertisement from Perth markets promotes Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a remedy for kidney troubles. The testimonial claims rapid relief from head heaviness, biliousness, and backache after taking the product. Postage available through Poster-McClellan Co. 919 Murray Street. Do not confuse with other brands.
A damaged OCR fragment describes the Empire Theatre presenting a film or entertainment event with Maser Pictures and a live act. It mentions England and Scotland roots, a possible epic tale, and local audience expectations, but most names and details are illegible.
The Kolle Stern Variety Co presents a week of performances at Shaftesbury Theatre with Nellie Kalle Saint Stern and the Miss Kulle leading a strong company. Starring guests include Teves Thireacough and William Butler ensuring musical direction amid popular chorus numbers and scenic attractions at Peel Street. Patrons are advised to book early for the new program at Field's.
Extensive write up describes a dramatic film adaptation starring prominent actors, praised as a landmark production. It notes the First National release prefacing showings at Wooler and North theatres with strong audience appeal and accompanying acts. Empire Theatre on Thursday hosts Pield’s new release with seats expected to fill early. Friday features William Fox big production "Six Cylinder Love."
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