Australian land policy debate stirs Prime Minister at conference
The article surveys Australian views on land settlement, migration, and policy. It cites Prime Minister Andrew Fisher addressing the NSW Country Press Association and discusses immigration, northern development, and funding debates with Britain and Europe, noting concerns about land settlement, urban growth, and the Sydney-based companies influencing prices. It contrasts Australian attitudes with British debt and growth figures, highlighting calls for practical action over rhetoric.
Albany Cricket Association Season 1920-21 Fixtures
The Albany Cricket Association outlines the 1920-21 schedule with rounds from November through March. Matches list names teams such as East North West and West North, with results and points for a straight win, first innings win, and draws. The season opens November 19 amid mixed form, predicting continued competitiveness.
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MD. Dimucry
West
Pehraury
East
Forest Hill Flashes and Wake-Up Notes at Meeting
A vivid Forest Hill meeting scene reveals political tensions as speakers push Bolshevik sentiments while funds are tallied, with £35 from Mr W Green and £1 from Mr Drage noted. A Farmers and Settlers' Association dance on Friday October 29 raises F.K.A. funds amid declining attendance.
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Mitchell
Trou
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Forest Hill
Lee
Monty
W. Green
Drage
Bey the
Farmers and Settlers’ Association
F.K.A
Harker
Mount Barker Tennis Club elects new officers at meeting
The Mount Barker Tennis Club held a Wednesday evening meeting in the local hall. Mr A B Clarke was elected captain and president, Mr ? Hickling secretary and treasurer, with Gwen Young Ada Hambley and P A Young on the committee. An upcoming tournament with a prize of a guinea was planned and a handicaps committee was formed.
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Mount Barker
Hell
C. J. Vanquilecum
Young
Zdagieg
A. B. Clarke
Hickling
Gwen Young
Ada Hambley
P. A. Young
C. J. Vanquilorom
C. B. Parsons
Sounness
P. H. Young
Parsons
Canine bully case prompts plea for revolver on highway
A defendant in a police court pleads justification for drawing a revolver to protect his trained retriever from a canine bully. He explains his dog’s two years of training and its role as a safe worker, while the other dog injures it on the road. Magistrates sympathize but fine him 10 shillings.
The Cult of Black Color and New Home Decor Trends
The piece discusses bold color schemes featuring blue and rose tones, with black as a backdrop. It notes growing popularity of colored mats, rose candles, and brick-bedroom suites, urging coordinated wallpapers and draperies to avoid heavy deadness. It also mentions decorative birds and small animals as fashionable accents.
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Old Ross
The Coat-and-Skart Habit Debate in Fashion History
A reflection on women's dress tracing a shift from traditional garments to the coat-and-skirt ensemble. The piece criticizes modern fashion habits, contrasts with grandmothers' attire, and questions gendered expectations in London society. It names Kathie L. Murray and mentions societal pressures and tailoring norms.
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Leonbeki
Kathie L. Murray
Andy Dreboriad
England
Abell
London
Milly Martin and Gwyneth Aid ailing Mill Girl
In a Lancashire village scene Milly Martin and Gwyneth care for a sick mill helper, Nora, while neighbors reflect on hardship. The story follows Mrs Hodgson and the widowed aunt as they balance work, duty, and hope amid poverty and illness.
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Cayneth
Farutgea
Aunt Bolen
Modgaen
Gwyneth
Goverth
Lancashire
Crynesh
Hother
Abe
Dutta
Wren
Martha Aline
Wenden
Dawkins
Martin
Murdemon
Windy
Coen Leiden
Midge
Lure
Ollie
Stephen
Mr. Balton
Exenig
Hodgeon
Dutch Gardeners and the Co Operatives on the Sea Wall
A writer describes Dutch coastal gardens near the Holland sea-wall built on artificial soil. He notes how villagers by auction halls trade plots and produce, with co operatives showing unity and occasional domestic disputes. The piece highlights the garden's resilience against sea and wind and the pride of cooperative farming.
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