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Newspaper
Fremantle Herald
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 15, 1914
Page
5
The report notes tendering to Mesdames Taylor and Skeet, Misses Skeet and M A Taylor, and male assistants in the hall’s construction. Mr Skeet was elected chairman of the committee and the gathering closed with a vote of thanks to the chairman.
The Jandakot eleven travelled to Claremont on Saturday for their first match against the Claremont Warders at the Asylum. Missing Semple, Ebert stood in, and Jandakot led early before Claremont struck twice by halftime. In the second half Claremont dominated, with Heades and Philan adding goals as Jandakot pressed hard.
The Fremantle Chess Club, now firmly established, reports strong club interest and a drive to recapture past rival status with Perth. A meeting at the Literary Institute adopted rules, elected a committee led by President C. Frost and Secretary Treasurer John N. Lynch, and invited Perth’s A. A. Wheatley for a simultaneous game on May 25. A grading board is being prepared and a tournament is planned soon while urging local players to join.
At a recent meeting Fremantle Poultry Society members decided to hold the annual show on July 9 10 and 11 and to affiliate with Eastern States judges. Great interest is shown by members with weekly meetings discussing industry matters. Financial support is satisfactory and it is anticipated the prize list will eclipse previous years.
The Roads Board may appoint an assistant secretary at the next meeting. Rumors claim a site member intends resigning. Errors surfaced in last report including concert date mix ups. Frosts this week were severe with heavy losses to fruit growers, notably Correlli. Gardening is described as poor due to fruit fly and frosts. Spearwood School opening day hoped for by Mr. Bolton MLA. District chatter ties to Manning's pad dock and Davilak key to progress. A visitor to the district sparked talk of a new racecourse and stadium, but it was a pleasure trip with Mrs. Macintosh.
J F Allen, Liberal candidate for West Province, drew praise at a Victoria Hall meeting last week. Critics note his rapid delivery, predicting trouble for Hansard if elected. Allen has long served East Fremantle as mayor and held Fremantle Hospital Board roles with the Liberal League.
Friends of Geo Morrison report a crash last Wednesday when he left his cab to assist a horse-drawn vehicle. His horse bolted, he grabbed the reins and was knocked down, suffering a broken leg and severe head wounds. He lies in hospital in critical condition. The runaway horse was captured without further injury.
Advice urges supporting local tradesmen and keeping money in the district. Buy locally, advertise in the paper, and favor the hometown news office to aid business and the community. Promote courtesy to visitors and sustain district growth by engaging home businesses and printing locally.
The Fremantle council proposes to borrow 12 210 pounds 5 329 pounds 194 City Ward Central Ward North Ward South Ward 31 300 pounds for storm water improvements motor wagon caretaker's house Fremantle Oval brick entrance Fremantle Oval Norfolk Street retaining wall and South Beach improvements Plans Specifications and Estimates and a statement of the proposed works will be open for inspection at the council office Mayor F J McLAREN Town Clerk H T HAYNES Town Hall Fremantle April 23 1914 Subscription offer to Fremantle Herald by post every Friday for six months
On receipt of your address the FaxmasTix Henaun will be posted to you after confirmation of 2/6. The notice indicates a mail delivery action tied to a specific date and postal handling, implying a ticket or voucher shipment to the recipient.
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