Marion Bells Tour Brings Her To Queensland Feat
Adventure by Mrs Marion Bell conquers vast desert routes across Northern Territory and Western Australia. A puncture and broken clutch nearly halted the journey but English voices from the Terry Expedition aided her. She credits station owners for aid and notes loving reception from locals despite heat and hardships.
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Marion Bell
Queensland
Camooweal
Cloncurry
Blackball
Brisbane
Bell
Riveringo
Armstrongs Peel Estate Passenger Service Schedule
Fremantle departures at 3 pm with return at 6 90 am and 9 am Saturdays depart 6 am 3 pm 9 pm and return 2 30 am Sundays Fremantle P.O to Rockingham 11 am returns 9 pm Peel estate parties catered for
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Armstrong’s
Peel Estate
Fremantle
P.O. Fremantle
Rockingham
For Sale Cars and Parts by A D Hislop
An advertisement from ALEX D HISLOP on South Terrace and Arundel Street offers new wheels in all sizes from £6 10s and motor bodies wheels and springs. Repairs and workmanship described as first class. A notice to call Fred Abbott for trouble with your car.
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Fred. Abbott
Seaside Snapshots Comment on Diggers Danger
In Fremantle the mayor warns of Diggers and holiday danger as Christmas nears. He notes many will risk bathing outside patrolled areas and praises locals who rescue others. He mentions Fremantle's M H R Old Bill as highly regarded and notes brass buttons and balanced Aussie sailors amid local chatter.
Diggers Reception Highlights Fremantle Unity
Captain Marriott praised Fremantle’s digger spirit at a social reception. He recounted an Australian election anecdote and noted cross coast comradeship between East and West Australis. The event featured a long toast and musical items, ending late.
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Captain Marriott
Tasmania
Marriott
Reed Leng Toute 3 shillings bottles Cotteseis Beech
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Reed Leng Toute and 3 shilling bottles possibly tied to Cotteseis Beech as a product or brand. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Late Social Varied Billing Promises Fine Dancing
Miss Vera Stewart's pupils stage a variety show next Saturday evening December 6 with a bumper house. The program blends Russian ballets with National and Clog dances, vocal and specialty numbers for an excellent performance by talented pupils.
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Vera Stewart
Stewart
Ballot Box Scandal Shocks Metropolitan Union Members
A ballot box scandal tied to an election of office-bearers in a Metropolitan Industrial Union prompts strong dissent. A Royal Commission will be appointed, with members drawn from N.S.W. and Queensland ballot-rigger experts, to investigate the matter. Future meetings are expected to be tense. Cook's Corn Care, 1/6 pot of REES, Cash Chemists.
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N.8.w
Queensland
Hamilton Bill Fete Opens Saturday with Spectacular Stalls
The Hamilton Bill Fete or Week in Tokio opens next Saturday at 3 p.m. by Col. H. Pope. Decorated stalls and illuminations promise vivid spectacle. A monster Baby Show accepts entries until 3 p.m. Saturday. An evening boxing tournament runs daily. Chars-a-ban trips depart from Queen Street and return at intervals. The Mayor and Town Clerk met HMAS Melbourne officers, and RS.L delegates were hosted by the Mayor. Wray, Tramway Board chairman, notes his record attendance at swearing-ins, recalling the first ceremony with Mr. B. C. Wood.
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Tokio
Col. H. Pope
O.B
Queen Street
W. B. Wray
Tramway Board
B. C. Wood
Municipal Swearing In Highlights Fremantle Ceremony
At noon last Tuesday Fremantle held a swearing in for Mayor John Cook Resident Magistrate J H Craig newly elected councillors R Rennie G W Shepherd C Douglas Kerr J C Brennan and auditor W H Tickell The Mayor and others toasted the Mayor and councillors while Dr Brennan proposed Reforming Councillors with support from J Daly and Dr Carter He praised Mr J H Craig for his handling during the recent strike noting his efficient unbiased service amid pressure Also Ford car prices drop to 169 10 with windscreen wiper and rear vision mirror added and Ford Australia praised for improved materials and value
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John Cook
J. H. Craig
R. Rennie
G. W. Shepherd
C. Douglas Kerr
J. C. Brennan
W. H. Tickell
W. E. Wray
F. E. Gibson
Brennan
J. Daly
Carter
J. H Craig
Fremantle
FORD
Ford Company
Australia
Ford Motor Company
Australian
Instone Stove with One and Two Ovens Ad
Bele Makers F Instone & Co Ltd promote the Instone stove offering one or two ovens and a heavy cast iron fire box. The ad notes wood efficiency and saving worry, with the address Essex Street Fremantle and telephone 146.
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Tex
Bele Makers
Pellew's Special Bargains on Silks and Fabrics Today
Pellew's offers deep discounts on yardage of multiple fabrics including Zephyrs, Crepes, Voiles, Delaines, Silks, Marraines, and Crepe de Chine. Prices range from 1/6 to 9/11 per yard with various patterns such as checks, stripes, florals, and plains. Specials apply to Double-width and 40 inch widths, featuring durable wash fabrics for frocks and garments.
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Pellew's
Pellew
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Marion Range
Derby
South Terrace
Arundel St
Fisher Beard & CO
Adelaide Street
Bayer
Tremantle
M.H.R
Bill
Diggers
Watson
Buckeri
Fromas
Lenton
Meewey-st
Ns.w
HSMAS
Melbourne
HMAS
Rs.l
Perth
F. Instone & Co., Ltd
Essex Street
Pellew’s, Ltd
High Street
Pellew’s
Jersette Marocains
Stanley
Ducheuse
Brodie Fugi
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