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Newspaper
Fremantle Herald
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1914
Page
1
The Prince of Wales Viscount Matvione Punt now amounts to 964000 pounds. The City of London donates 1000 pounds to Belgian relief. Indian princes mobilize all forces for England. Constantinople reports Turkey declares strict neutrality.
On Monday Germany approached Belgium through Holland and asked Belgium to reconsider her attitude to wards Germany. Belgium refused. BUENOS AYRES. The Argentine banks have resumed business.
SOFTA Bulgaria announces it will observe the strictest neutrality in its dealings, signaling an intention to remain impartial amid regional tensions and external pressure. The move underscores a commitment to nonalignment while asserting sovereignty and regional stability goals.
A natural business slump hits Fremantle while wharf labor stays fairly employed except for tally clerks. Arthur Aeberhard, aide to jeweller Julius Robins, held on suspicions of being a German spy and likely to be released soon. Authorities seized his personal effects. Aeberhard is well educated with knowledge of several European languages. A known German resident and former Kaiser's officer is also said to be missing. Many men volunteer for war service at the drill hall. official notices replace rumors as the paper issues shrink due to staff call to arms.
A wedding at Lake Street Church of Christ, July 25, unites Mabel Harriett Matthews and Bertram Sydney Payne with a large reception at Ellesmere. North Fremantle notes report lantern display at a lecture on Japan and Its Peoples, plus wartime bridges patrols and road regeneration efforts. Local politics and civic matters, including federal policy talks by Reg Burchell and road repairs on Victoria Avenue, are detailed alongside street and transport concerns.
A historical note claims Parry’s Teething Powders are best and safest for infants. It highlights claimed benefits for relieving teething discomfort and supporting infant health according to the era’s advertising.
War scare lingers as local youths join arms and enter duties across places. Dalydale No 2 Estate on Forrest Road opens for selection with several blocks sold. Rain scarcity threatens hay crops and gardens before summer. Thanks given to Mr and Mrs Tom Baker for hosting a Lance and Euchre party won by Miss F Simpson and Mr W Inary. Next social at Warwick Forres Road in aid of Picnie Mund. A cyclist club incident ends with a local resident knocked down by a frequent Frewantle Cyclist Club member. the exact culprit unclear.
An excellent concert last Saturday by the Good Samaritan Division of the Sons of Temperance opened with Mrs. Waugh on piano and the National Anthem. Vocal and instrumental solos, recitations, and a Temperance dialogue followed, featuring Marjorie and Thelma Anderson and others. A prayer service led by Rev. J. A. E. Anderton will precede the Women's Christian Temperance Union convention in Perth next week.
Receipt dated February 8 indicates a FaImerus rumor of regular evry Eviday posts for a six month period. The item references an address linked to the notices and hints at routine delivery over the stated term. The fragmented text suggests ongoing correspondence or publications scheduled nightly.
A lively junior football clash is described with players including Jim Linden Gerlie Clarkvon Bertie Dick Mortis Roy Jackson Clarrie Rujo and G Woile noted for wing work defense and forward play. The article mentions tactics, standout moments and a rough plan toward a forthcoming match with local team Harvison senur and notes an engagement that was off.
A governor signed appeal urges the people of Western Australia to form a relief fund for dependents of soldiers. A committee including the Colonial Secretary, Hon W C Angwin, the Perth mayor, Mrs Duedale, and James Longmore is named to oversee the effort with A D Neville as secretary.
The Fremantle Fire Station attended a small intimate wedding at Rusidle Street Premaritle where Albert W J Mechellurg engineer of staff married Dessie Stopford of Hotel Fremantle. Rev Harold Short officiated and friends celebrated at breakfast with toasts.
A garbled sporting page details boxing clashes, footballers, horse racing, and jockeys with Melbourne and regional mentions. It references Fremantle, Sydney, Port Adelaide, Kalguurile, and the Boulder Cup. Notes include Milburn Saylor, Fred Way, and various horse names, jockeys, and upcoming carnival events with mixed results and retirements.
An 28 6d per bottle claim of Parry's Influenza Mixture promises a cure in a few doses. The terse notice presents a medicinal product price without further confirmation or medical endorsement.
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