Bunbury Bacon Factory Demonstration Boosts Local Industry
In Bunbury a local bacon curing venture by Messrs Fouracre and Wass showcases a first consignment to grocers and prompts speeches from the Mayor and other townsmen. Officials urge keeping money in Western Australia by supporting home production to supplant imports and grow local enterprise. The event follows earlier demonstrations of WA made jams and preserves and signals broader aims for self sufficiency.
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Bunbury
Commonwealth
Messrs. Fouracre End Wass
Wass
Royal Hotel
Perth
Caps
Bounda
Foreman
Fouracre
Bsoon
Kaenhagen
Want
Mr Minors
W. A
Western Australia
Gems and Money for Bullets in Historic Conflicts
The article recounts odd wartime munitions from 18th and 19th century campaigns. English garrisons at Nimeguen used penny coins as shot when supply ran out, French troops reportedly drew coins, and rebel forces in Sus siah fired copper, while Hunzas used garnets. Stories include Wiltshire and Gloucester regiments improvising with stones, buttons, razors, and sugar cane knives during sieges and battles.
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Nimeguen
Sussiah
Hunzas
1St
Wiltshire Regiment
Carrickfergus Castle
Brother Wood
Vittoria
Gloucestershire Regiment
South Carolina
BerryMan Bros Markets Report June 27 Prices
BerryMan Bros James Street markets list fruit prices for apples oranges lemons mandarins and pears with changes from prior levels. Vegetables include cabbage cauliflower Swedes and potatoes with egg and butter prices also shown.
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James Street
Yates
Doherty
Cleos
Dunns
Nickajack
Romes
Rokewood
Church Services Across Parishes on Sunday July 1
Listings show St. Pauls Cathedral St. Davids South Bunbury St Patricks Rathmines Picton Hall and Augustine Congregational with Holy Eucharist Morning Prayer Evensong and sermons Children’s Service Sunday School and various family services led by Rev W W Roger and Rev 5 W Edwards on a colorful slate of morning and afternoon religious observances across multiple churches.
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Church OF
Methodist Church
Junior Christian Endeavour Loan
People’s Service
W. W. Roger
Masque Ball at Lyric Theatre Draws Crowds Despite Weather
The Masque Ball at the Lyric Theatre drew a crowded gallery and a lively crowd, with costumes ranging from John Bull to Maori and a Gollywog set. Notable appearances included Miss Backhouse as the Witch of Endor and Mr Ryder as Johnny Trundle. The event raised about £30 for the American Stall, though expenses remain.
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Lyric Theatre
Nenke
John Bull
S Howard Bath
America
A Howard Bath
Miss Buswell
Endor
Miss Backhouse
Nurse Bohem
Harry Lauder
Charlie Chaplin
Rags
Topsy
Pickwick
Zollner
Sam Weller
Pritchard
Weller
Anderson
Ryder
Johnny Trundle
Peckham
Dr Joel
Mr Ford
Mr Heatley
Goldfields
Msay
Perth
Miss Evans
South West District Council Annual Meeting Report
The South West District Council met at the Tewhs bite Hall with Mr P. McKenna presiding. Delegates and visitors, including J. Tobin, Arthur Smith, J. Shanahan and Alex McCallum, discussed audits, dues, and proposed union amalgamation. The meeting approved officer elections, resolutions on coal imports and cost of living, urged appointing an Organiser, and paid tribute to deceased comrades.
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South West District Council
Tewhs Bite Hall
P. McKenna
Tobin
Arthur Smith
QR. Oates
J. C. Tobin
W. Aas R.E
Walter Sansui
Loco D.b.&c
P. O'Loghlin
T. Anthony
Mat Lennon
Amal
Tibor Workers Union
H. McC
J. Tully
F. Stirk
Fernbrook
W. Richards
Argyle
Harry Richmond
Asmn
Munitions Committee
Alex McCallum
E. Tonlinson
State Munitions Committee
St George's House
St George's Terrace
Parth
D. Frame Tariahwood
Collie
James Casey
E .M. Davies
Miss Pankhurst Committee
South-West District Council
A.S.W
Congress
J. Shanahan
Perth
J. H. Smith
E. L. Stump
D. M. Higgins
Mesera
Wilson
W. Labor Movement
D. Freedman
Loin
Bunbury
Messrs
Fred Withers
Bandury
E. L. Donovan
Donnybrook
J. C.tobin
Teading
Sailor Loosens Tigress Tangle in Odd Escape
An officer of the Bengal Lancers was seized by a tigress during an incident described as a curious accident. The beast grabbed his coat and shook him unconscious, then sneezed violently nearby, revealing the escape came when his snuff-box popped from his waistcoat, dousing the tiger with its contents. The tale includes faint promotion for optical and medicinal remedies.
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Bengal Lancers
Tina
Alten
Mnen
Howard
Lawrence
Allen
Santa Clara
Bunkering ships sparks Harbour Board dispute
A letter to the Harbour Board presented at a Traders' Association meeting argues Bunbury's need to retain bunkering by highlighting economic impact. It claims shifting coal and sugar bunkering to Fremantle affects local employment, trade, and wage levels, urging federal authorities to consider Bunbury's geographic rights.
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Harbour Board
Fremantle
Jol Forrest
Bunbury
Wal
Donnybrook Notes and Local Affairs Update
Donnybrook notes detail elections in the Agricultural Tall committee with Me J C Port as chairman and Me Waldby filling a vacancy, plus a tribute to the late J S Parke. Delegates from local Societies plan a Saturday meeting on soldiers memorials. The Literary and Debating Society will keep winter meetings. Rev H G Hinde visited to lead Anglican services. Mr Robinson, longtime Argyle resident, died last Saturday. funeral followed with many locals in attendance. Sympathy extends to Mrs Robinson and daughters. two sons serve at the front. June rainfall totals show 13 inches in June and 25 inches year to date. warm weather hoped soon.
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Agricultural Tall Committee
J.C. Port
Waldby
J. 5. Parke
H. G. Hinde
Broome Hill
Donnybrook
Argyle
Robinson
Reason for kidney trouble and Kidney Pills claim
There is a broad claim that poor kidney function causes many ailments including backache headaches nervousness dizziness weakness and low mood. The ad promotes Pain's Backache Kidney Pills as a remedy and cites a testimonial from Mrs L Freeman of Karristreet South Bunbury detailing long term kidney issues cured by the product. It lists prices and purchase details.
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Forter-Moretan
Wien Atraat
Perth
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Stephen Street
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LYRI
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Stull
Matt and
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Oxbox
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Miss Happiness
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Beehive
Waltham Railway
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Limmireed
Stewart Dawson
Hay St
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