Racing and public concerns color Perth politics and business
The piece outlines concerns over racing overexposure in Perth, criticizing promoters and vested interests while suggesting reform to raise horse standards. It notes state enterprise troubles, including Brickworks, Implement Works, ferry costs, tram reliability, and the loss of the steamer Australian with replacement by the German prize Prinz Sigismund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Doubtlow
Chape
Nor'-West
Municipal meeting discusses cemetery closure and street improvements
Bunbury council hears the Department of Lands on closing the old cemetery with Dr Paisley to report further. Officials consider corner land donations for a church approach and approve fencing White Road, drainage, macadamising Carey Road, and urgent culvert works while planning electric lighting and public works projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ramsay Street
Forman
Sacred Heart devotion highlighted at Banbury service
A Banbury church observed the Feast of the Sacred Heart with Holy Communion of Reparation and Benediction. Archdeacon Smyth preached on the Good Shepherd, detailing mercy and love, while parishioners reflected on the Heart of Jesus as the source of divine charity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newman
Archdeacon Smyth
Neme
Insit
Shane
Andere
St John the Krenee Uist
Chriat
Levil
Sven
Mucugaure
Thrax
Spesl
St John
Gertrude
St John Ancred
Sacred Heart
Margaret Mary Alacoque
Jesus
Beart
Desea
Christ
Mary Magdaline
Sdcred Heart Confraternity
Ascred Heart
Ocean Beach Drive Proposal Endorsed by Council
A unanimous endorsement supported borrowing £2,000 to cover work on Ocean Beach Drive. The plan funds include £1,090 from balance for an asphalt path along Stirling Street from Wittencom Street to the town boundary. A full report will follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commcn
Océan Beach
Stirling Stree
Wittencom Street
Bridgetown Hospital Committee Meeting Notes
Bridgetown Hospital Committee met Friday with Chairman Moaire W. F. Bird and members H. Lake Laverty J B Gray and Secretary A. Waddington. The Matron’s Report was adopted and various correspondences and housekeeping motions were approved. Budget updates, raffle details, and requests for equipment and bedding were discussed alongside future meetings and a special session to finalize the balance sheet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgetown Hospital
Moaire
W. F. Bird
RE. Hughes H. Lake
J. Laverty
J B Gray
A. Waddington
Looss
Bec Fouury
Armange Te Wand
Mhoral Boeléty Re Conceran
Weile
T He
Woulton
Manjimup
Mosptts
Tywan
Lim
Pamend
Timber imports to Australia amid unsettled ocean freight demand
An Eastern States observer notes rising timber imports from America to Australia despite erratic freight rates and limited ship availability. The analysis cites 9 vessels on order or under engagement and substantial shipments by Japanese steamers bound for Fremantle and Sydney, signaling diverse use beyond domestic needs and potential market distortions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
America
Auatrelia
Commonwealth
Emile
Koamos
Grimey Buster
Ehimplog Firma
Fremantle
Fydney
Wittesnace
Tam
Belgian Relist Committers Add 2700 Pound Funds
A Belgian relist committee reports an additional 2700 pounds funds from Auatestiy. The record notes continued financial support and ongoing involvement of parliamentary or civic actors in the financing.
Church Services in Botarup Parish
An OCR read of church notices lists services and events at Botarup Parish, including Holy Eucharist, Wellington, and various times and places. It mentions a children’s hacking cough at night and a product or remedy named Great Peppermint Cure with a price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jord
Woods
Bunbury Fruit Trade Hurdles Prompt Quarantine Reform
The Bunbury fruit trade faces regulatory quarantine lines that favor Perth and restrict Bunbury shipments. Orchardists urge modification to allow natural fruit flow, noting local supply strains and price concerns. Traders and local groups push for action to ease the line and secure affordable fruit for Bunbury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Wiypeer
Bunbury
Bunkiny
Remient
Traders Association
Amendment promises tighter control over building regulations
The council discussed an amendment to the act after discovering Comedie lacks mandatory powers on building loss and plot sizes. A letter from the Under Secretary for Works proposed laying out land for Walidiney without locating buildings or amenities, needing council approval. Councillor North urged defining area blocks for buildings, noting previous subdivisions passed by the council. The amendment would grant councils discretion to regulate business zones versus residential areas, with support for early enactment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comedie
Works
Walidiney
Dewlas
Privies
Comnell
North
War News and Tributes Highlight Allied Valor and Front Actions
The Times reports memorial tributes to colonial troops and pride in Australian and New Zealand forces. It details naval events, a Swedish steamer torpedoed but crew saved, a Glasgow striker jailed for assault, and German, Austrian, and Russian front developments with heavy fighting, troop movements, and strategic claims amid the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kromzimesti
Makoloyun
Brdsceow
Kalice
von Linsing
Mackennon
Kalasr
Cupire Lessberg
Navy Casualties Reported At Fifteen Thousand Five Hundred Forty Seven
Navy casualties totaled fifteen thousand five hundred forty seven by May as stated in the Commons. Government notes fruit growers should use Newman's Fruit Fly Bait. Narrogin Trading lists stocks with inspectors recommending use in 1, 2, and 3. Prices shown per tin with Gib molsween and whale oil offered in various quantities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newman's
Zoady
Uae
Casualties Thirty Ninth List From Western Australia Unit
Casualties listed for Western Australia units in the Thirty Ninth list. Names include soldiers from the 16th and 12th Battalions with ranks such as Pte Cpl Sgt, and wounded entries noted. Progress report cites A B Bleck of the 12th Batt, with prior reports referenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pie
Berry
J. Brown
Coraler
Georgy
Fowler
Bis
RL. Rowley
A. Bampoon
Bats
Cpl
Stanistreet
Bet
WJ. Hughes
Syl
W. P. Newitt
Pie. W. H. Nicoll
Cpl. Bouger
Gyt
A. B. Bleck
Batt
Wacabl
Periously
Fire prevention costs debated at Banbury Domneil meeting
Discussion centered on how fire prevention funding and insurance should be organized. Geraldton protest favored regional boards over a centralized system with country centers paying higher premiums to cover a central administration. Councillor Baldock urged supporting the protest to push reform and reduce overall costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldton
Banbury Domneil
Bunbury Council
Baldock Wuld
Toms
Gouncillor Baldock
Teonbie
Porth
Fremantle
geldGelda Dia
Croquet Final at Banbury Club Event
The Banbury Club hosts a croquet final with Mis Cameron defeating Mr Bingbie, and Mrs Tweatie winning a silver mounted box. The day featured amusing incidents, a recruiting push, and thanks to Mrs Selden for her club support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banbury
Sense Belden
Amelie
Ir Club
Fader
Selden
Tim Jor
Pamme
Unfounded Dardanelles Rumour Rebuttal From Prime Minister
The Prime Minister today denied any truth to persistent rumours that Allied forces had passed the Dardanelles. He stated it is not in the public interest to discuss the operation, which is of the highest importance and will be pursued to a successful conclusion. Meanwhile air raids on Karlsruhe caused damage and casualties as raids extended across several targets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eine
North
Ford
Goode
Baldock
Dr. Ford
Dhe Uermana
Dixmnde
Huttle
Progrem
Blocastrante
Golson
Paris
Lorraine
Auricourt
Joffrein
Mota
Sondhes
Arrex
Die
Alene
Lorette
Nuvrille
Queenne
Dardanelles
Ublic
Karlsruhe
Zaher Strasburg
Enete
Euatbon
Howevel
Busselton Motes Mr Po McNamare & oteptated csnoma died
The article notes the death of Mr Po McNamare on Wednesday morning while employed on the permanent way for fourteen years. He leaves a widow and two daughters from his first wife. Details on his family and the consternation within the community are given alongside notes of local society events and a stalled meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Po McNamare
Csnoma
Mo Nemera
Wad Severad Gradralidran Mora bin Jom
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tate
Guy
Bo Yo
London
Epee
Kcal Welere
Wolorand
Momeo
Dervis
Archibald
Bunbury Gounell
Councl Way
GE. Clarke
Joinvillera
Methodist Church
Truslew
Agel Gers Te Omiepolty
G._D. Promer
Finld Place
Sebo
Department of Agriculture and Tidestring
Arthurwurest
Waa Baing
Bhat
Geo. Bristh
Town Glerk
Fuart
Tuart Street
Williams Ted Ane
Elton
Williams
Sky Paldey
Sete T
Sea Tage
Paiaay
Willen
Reeding-street
Dr. North
Usener Pectic
P. Lafféet
Carte
Beach
Rosd Trea
Thwan
Gove
Cary Road
Carey Road
Huchanan Road
Cornwall Street
Arda
Zoe Street
Spencer Strest
National Bank
Commtrtes Repo
Jeter
Waa Reed
TV. Willisine
Council Water Services
Columbis
Lattin
Elankric Light
Elecrio Light
Electrica
Coa
Electria Light
Connell
Raport
Atinling Street
Wittenoom Street
Victoria
Stephen Street
Wesley Gharad
Wenley
Khoay
Hans
Eilean Street
Charles Birest
Queensbury
Ecclestons Siresta
Forsman
Beach Bosd
Mos H Willams
Belton Steel
Aja al -Deame
Kilsaring Sanitary
Qurvy
Baier Factory
Torrpaih
Giney
Unie
Carnce
Francis Street
W. A. Norrie
Board OF Beaute
Garhege
Bunbury Water Board
Poremin
Amos
Bury
Edward Stredia
Coppietane
Dermer Fant
Lawrence
Bose
Siythe
Johistonen
Mer
Murray
Motert
Don
Msinn Hava Ibean
Ocean Beach Drive
Aeventy
Wat
American Lumber
Stramere
Atetralix
Nhoos
Revelen
Femaber
Rallaf Fand
Atetballa
Belgiam
Auatestiy
Botarup Paria
Wellington
Reapmens
Wales
Sooty Boskaris
Fermeon
Brensons
Bunbury Fruit Supply
Domedlte Action
the Times
Gilbee
Chrristianny
Esved
James Carcail
Glasgow
Soother
Janke and
Goy
Krapp
Clatma
Bours
Vermad
Laren
Vonekaioa
Seale
Natuves
Belten
Italt and
Auhtela
Smeyia
Seria
Transiversa
Indian Front
Trent
the Navy
Western Australia
A. Hows
Leopl A. F. Wait
A. M'Kinnon
C. Batley
Ith
Pia
WT. Schofield
Merrick Gee
A Puckle
Orm Pie
Roberta Pie
Stampford
KE. Hamnett
Mo Rlley
Pie C
W. R. Brschley
Fira Brigaia
Gost
Banbury Club
Prench
Karlsrues
Busselton Motes
Roda
Moe Hercums
Ollyn Damnon
Damehiar
Are CM. Diweon
Busilton
Patrick
Bos Hotel
Jane
Peppenniat
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!