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Newspaper
Fremantle Herald
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 08, 1914
Page
4
The editorial argues change is natural and political economy shows wealth concentrates in cities then moves back to rural areas. It criticizes past Liberal and Labor policies for promoting industrialism, high tariffs, and public works that drain country districts, noting Western Australia’s population near one third in the metropolis.
The piece notes rising discontent in the British Isles and argues for reform to relieve primary producers. It reports five of six Commonwealth states forming a Country Party to improve farmers' interests, with Western Australia the latest. A third party could hold balance in Parliament.
The Princess audience warmly welcomed humorist and pianist Phil Percival after his London experience as he likely performs a full set in Fremantle venues. The bill tonight features the Bondas, the Little Rondas, and a strong vaudeville mix including dancing, singing, and acrobatics with Heather Belle and the Freda Brothers. The Mills of the Gods closes the program as Dalgleish’s funeral prompts tributes from theatre communities.
Dialogue fragment presents two speakers debating chickens entering a garden with one noting they never return, implying repeated incursions and unresolved irritation. The exchange suggests a minor neighborly dispute or humorous domestic moment.
Fremantle Municipal Council discusses South Fremantle tram routing to ease traffic near Douro Road, approves April expenditures totaling £4,086 5s 0d, and receives Health Inspector reports on tuberculosis in Claremont cows bound for local hospitals. The meeting covers pumping station permissions, street lamp funding, dray purchases, Ellen Street repairs, and hospital milk safety concerns.
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