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Newspaper
Fremantle Herald
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1913
Page
2
A playful Fremantle column relays fringe notes from a local exhibition. It mocks hair growth trials, names Webb and Douglas, mentions a “White Hope” discovery and a boxing bout verdict by Mick Bowman, plus satirical jabs at figures like FitzGerald Owen and Jimmy.
Report from a late 19th century sewer project notes one hundred workers across classes, ten annex streets surveyed for two years of construction. Three pumps operate on Marine terrace shifts to ease water issues, with No. 2 pumping station now completed. Officials and workers mentioned include Tom Lynely, Charlie Brewer, Trapretor Frval Collett, Raques Lennard, Jol Hinckle, Will Kenny, Marc Hayes, and Carpenter Bronk, among others assisting with pumps, inspections, and supplies.
A stream of correspondence highlights appreciation for Hofman Tan and Paddy McColl, with praise for their efforts and plans such as sending a nucleus of an Australian National Museum. The letters touch on civic duties, the WA Shipping Authority, and critique of political tactics, ending with a call to preserve state assets and seek prudent leadership.
Local firm seeks bulk printing and office stationery supplies with quick quotes and reliable delivery. Potential for long term contracts with volume discounts. Respond with product catalogs, lead times, and pricing.
There is a heated fuss over appointing Mr Stevens, secretary of the Fremantle Harbour Trust, as manager of the State Steamship. The reaction mirrors the sharp partisanship seen in recent editorial leads, prompting strong commentary on what the choice signals for politics.
Improvised notice states Movil can be obtained from any Howse in Prenmustle and district or mailed to any address in the State. Payments are due for six months at two shillings in a division, or four shillings per ounce, with terms unclear and mixed wording.
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