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Newspaper
Fremantle Herald
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 24, 1913
Page
1
The Governor leads an inaugural ceremony marking the East Fremantle Green opening. Attendees include officials and members of the Legion as well as local dignitaries. The event featured speeches and a formal procession through the grounds amid celebratory remarks and community tributes.
Reading notes show confusion over a Royal Commission decision at Fremantle. Residents recall a commission member dissenting, and the Fremantle workers issue is linked to a rejected retention plan. The tone reflects public frustration and political debate.
A large welcome at the club where Captain Wilkin and Mayor Haig Wo presided. Mrs Artie Jacko won the President s trophy as members and guests enjoyed a formal party. Youthful initiatives cited and practice games slated for November with Team A scheduled to resume next Saturday.
Fremantle Council backs a government express opinion from Sir Maurice Fritz Maurienux on harbour expansion. His visit during Naval Bar nitters offers a rare chance to assess options. Victorian Government pursues harbour improvements and should grant Maurienux full freedom with only practical limits.
Fragmentary report discusses naval base storage and staffing at Tag while 30 months are free at Won'tavnpart Victoria. It mentions Heasterson's scheme affecting positions at Cockburn and Westernport, with questions on public satisfaction. Names and places are partially garbled but indicate defense and regional employment concerns.
Awaiy thy East is scoving against Hie Wot there are GME men at work a the South Australian end, just consistently less than half the Wilwy at the Kalgoorlie end. The Cooke Hoverment appears not giving much con suleration to West Australia, so far on the loves and fishes.
A Fremantle movement favors extending the tramway southward toward the Newmarket Hotel with a tour of inspection planned for the Tramway Board. Supporters note rapid settlement along Hamilton Road and Spearwood district and expect increased tram use if the line reaches suburbs beyond the river. They argue Fremantle growth depends on linking to Perth and serving southern settlers who mostly shop and conduct business locally.
There is dissatisfaction at South Fremantle over obtaining only a siding rather than a full railway station. The Minister for Works is seen as an advanced contralist, failing to give attention to the Chief Port.
The February event is expected to be the most successful yet. A strong committee is at work and rail access to the venue will be provided by the Jervois Bay railway, allowing the public to travel directly to the spot.
Mr Burchell Fremantle's Federal Representative appears to push forward in parliament. The report notes his continued effort to advance his agenda and secure action on the issues he champions.
In a Westernport discussion, Mr. Burchell argues for a Federal Capital to foster a national atmosphere for MPs. The speaker notes parochialism even in Melbourne, calling it the Queen City of the Southern Hemisphere.
Utak Neen urged Fremantle Roads Board to install shelter sheds at Coogee Beach near the Coogee Hotel. He described Thor as a fine stretch of strand and expected the improved facilities would turn the area into a popular summer resort.
A movement aims to secure an experimental plot for the district of Jandakot. The effort, likely backed by the South Fremantle member, seeks to provide an educational benefit to settlers and prevent the initiative from dropping.
The East Fremantle Band delivered a high quality program at the opening of the East Fremantle Bowling Green last Saturday. The ensemble, praised for its promising material and potential to become a first class Port band, drew praise for its extensive, excellently rendered performances.
The newly formed group meets fortnightly with strong attendance and no axe-to-grind faction. Its aim is fair municipal administration and district welfare. The next annual gathering is expected to be lively with debate on the Council’s trading concerns and beach expenditure.
Fremantle sportsmen frequent Ksuer's Oceanic Hotel as a gathering spot, signaling a local anchor for club activities and socializing after matches. The venue serves as a hub for team talks, post game camaraderie, and community connection.
An advertisement lists a private sale of a piano by Hann Bono in Berlin for £46, plus a bedroom suite and eight other pieces including an oak extension table, jardiniere stands, mantelpieces, bamboo overmantels, sideboards with mirrors, wardrobes with bevelled mirrors, and related items. The notice mentions roses blooming year round and includes prices in shillings and pence. The Government butcher is noted as neat.
The Fremantle Bowling Club adds croquet lawns No 1 and No 2 for a newly formed Croquet Club led by Mrs Mununery. Mayor opens the croquet lawn with the bowling green tomorrow. Open access on No 2 lawn for non members. One weekly ladies instruction. Electric lights for summer play. Men try croquet as women push rights. experts say the game offers new challenges and enjoyment.
The Herald asks readers to note names of all firms appearing in advertising columns. By patronising such houses they secure full value for their outlay and support those who back the journal defending and promoting local interests.
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