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Newspaper
Fremantle Herald
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 16, 1915
Page
1
Glimpses of steamship lines and voyage items listing ships such as Orontes Osterley Adelaine and others with sailings between Naples Sydney and London. The fragment mentions steamers, tonnage, departure and voyage dates, and assorted notes on destinations and ports. Names include Orontes Symons and Furst with various dates in 1900s navigation shorthand.
The page lists several steamship movements including Mooltan Mongolia Moldavia Malwa and Malwa with dates in April May June July and August. It references special excursions and communications about steamer services to Remy Tete and other locations amid a clutter of names and notes.
Fragmentary dates and times for steamer departures and arrivals at Kapunda and Dimboola with scattered months and locations. The legibility is poor, listing several May and April entries and inconsistent spellings, making exact scheduling unclear.
The text portrays a riotous wartime milieu with mentions of Premier Seaddan and a proposed 12 mile railway to supply naval bases, alongside critiques of government spending and industrial policies. It notes a murder case and public dissent, with sporadic references to insurance losses and local trades union discussions.
The letter discusses responses to British actions and reforms, urging domestic resolve and critique of foreign influence. It laments foreign interference, calls for adherence to laws, and imagines punitive demands, including capital punishment, as a stance against perceived threats.
Jack Viner of the Oceanic Hotel extends a cordial welcome to patrons and visitors, greeting guests with a warm reception and hospitality in this notable social moment at the hotel.
A long, disjointed report describes a football game with North Seniors defeating a rival at a northern venue. Notable names scattered include Campbell, Webb, and Gills, with uncertain details on opposing teams, scores, or dates. The piece references postgame reflections and crowd observations, but specifics are unclear due to fragmented OCR text.
A historical notice outlines the Fremantle District Unemployed Distress Relief Fund procedures and responsible officers. It lists key figures including the Hon Treasurer J Shapherd and secretary St McCutchon, with mentions of Trades Hall Fremantle and Cottesloe Beach.
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