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Newspaper
Fremantle Herald
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1915
Page
1
Governing Director Ben J Fuller presents a cinema and stage bill including the Risibilitec merchant and The Laugh Doctor with Courtney and Shaw. Two Boys and a Piano and The Royal Naval Division at work and play. Prices listed: 2 shillings, 1 shilling 6p, 1 shilling, 1 shilling.
Notes discuss farm labor shortages amid war, 15,000,000 bushels harvest goals, and labor shifts. References to timber centers, railway 48 hour week, and urban employment. Comments on Fremantle, Western Australia, and wartime economy with cautious optimism for 1916.
A garbled 1914 era recollection narrates trench battles and officer remarks. The piece references German commanders, a Crown Prince, and a message about a ship's fate. It presents as a muddled diary fragment with scattered names and events, lacking clear chronology or context.
The review lauds Bent Bone Ivy Lee for vocal flexibility and executive flair, compares her to Miss Gussman, and notes Indi princess Indira and other acts. The Daredevil Circus Queen thrill ride atop a Ferris wheel draws strong praise, with Continental circus performers delivering engaging drama. The Town Hall program overall stands out among Vic's productions.
South-West Timber Hewers Co operative Society invites tenders for the purchase of one thousand piles 20 to 60 feet long now at Depot Lucknow via Collie inspection to be made at the depot. Specifications available from Messrs Gunnerson and Co Melbourne Lipson Street Port Adelaide and Prince Buildings Perth.
A bustling event in the spacious lodge room featured Warilda Convert Parts and a versatile program. Prime Greenwnest noted the secretary’s gifts to Bro. Varter of No. 4 Lookg, praising Tira Carter and Ruffaloisa’s help, with singing and camaraderie making the evening lively.
A wide North Fremantle and Belmont Park note bundle covers races, social events, and local matters. It recalls soldiers and a song at a Fremantle gathering, a farewell to Past Pres. Leslie O Meara, warded by Hibernians, a film program, and community planning on racing dates, with racing results, officers, concerts, and civic concerns across the North Fremantle district and Fremantle markets.
The audience enjoyed a lively night with the comedy show Ann of the Mines and a dyetops programme. Rocky Bay Rise Club performed under damp conditions as rain fell, but the muster remained creditable and some members showed skill as marksmen.
Goodridge & Co Sworn Valuators announce they will undertake valuations and assist with submitting papers to the Government at 3 Henry Street Fremantle They list a number of contracted ties and names associated with the firm and its clientele.
Roan Bros announces the Great Winter Fair opening next Wednesday the 25th with a thrifty housewives appeal. The event is touted by the W A Racing Association as famous statewide and set to surpass prior fairs, underlining careful household management.
Local observer Jack Views greets a welcoming scene at Covache Fatal scene, noting a warm reception and community turnout. The event appears to reflect positive sentiment despite surrounding tensions.
A Coogee Hall gathering hosted by the latest committee saw farewell gifts presented to two young men from Sistriet, Menare, AMC Ni JRE and Fret Allen, who have joined the ALEP and report to camp. Local officials and Fremantle growers association presidents attended, with speeches, musical numbers, and a Red Cross fundraiser raising £2.
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