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Newspaper
Fremantle Herald
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1913
Page
3
A quirky 1800s recount of a horse chase in Fremantle with riders Moore, Assixtmne, Bitonwan, and Donald McDonald. The narrative describes a lively hunt, a scent, and a dramatic land gallop ending with the horses racing toward Fremantle.
They have secured Mr. F. Tunley as manager, long connected with the W.A. trade here and for two years representing Mrs. Gadsden in the State. He is thoroughly conversant with the requirements of all bag users.
All State schools enjoy a winter holiday with benefits for pupils and teachers. Teachers held their annual conference, drawing interest from Pedagogues visiting Perth. Resolutions will be sent to the Education Department which aims to address legitimate grievances. Continuation students resume for the third term next week and year end exams will certify successful work.
A pleasant evening was hosted by Fremantle Church of Christ Band of Hope last Saturday. The programme, arranged by Miss Harris a well known local elocutionist, featured Mr Clegg as chairman and included many members of the Band of Hope.
In Premantle a lively paper chase unfolds with riders from HMS Australind and local volunteers chasing two hares. Horses stumble over fences and ditches as the field, including Lieut Tunny on Shy-Poo and Barack the pure Arab, struggles to keep pace. A stirrup iron breaks and several mounts falter, leaving Wright and King among the missteps as the hunt ends in confusion.
Fremantle to gain a new industry as J Gadsden of Melbourne opens a branch behind the Hotel Australia. The Lipson Street firm will print on bags and install machinery for an early start. A community concert program, featuring pupils and local performers, accompanies the announcement with Good Templar support.
Notices request all correspondence and literary matter for the Herald be sent to the Editor by first post on Wednesday morning to avoid disappointment. The instruction emphasizes timely submission for clear publication.
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