11 Dec 1930
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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1930
Page
1
A letter to the editor argues Fremantle City Council bans miniature golf on Sundays, claiming the move drains recreation for those who cannot afford car trips or expensive links. The writer says miniature golf and tennis offer healthy, legal activities for youths and singles out Sunday as a day to encourage harmless leisure.
A letter criticizes government spending on pleasure walks and roadworks while neglecting urgent utility projects. It urges funding for sewerage improvements, land fertilization, and a Fremantle dock as endorsed by the Primary Producers Association in 1930. The writer condemns centralisation and condemns the Fremantle “Black Boy Hill” expenditure as a needless morale booster.
Last Thursday at 8 30 p m the Speaker opened the House. Builders member Rick Denny condemned high salaries and veteran politicians for Australia’s financial stress. Lumper’s Union member U Chei urged concrete action, criticizing postwar guarantees and war bonds while soldiers face unemployment. Debate adjourned to next Thursday.
TF Tapper appeals to Minister for Works Lindsay to fund a longer wider jetty at Owen Anchorage also known as Robb's Jetty. He notes the aging structure has served for over 50 years and remains crucial for cattle and wheat boats while warning of the north wharf’s poor condition and urging action.
A South Fremantle businesswoman urges the town to create sea wall openings at the foot of every street to provide easy access to South Beach after hours. She notes difficulties climbing current barriers, cites late working hours, and asks the editor for help in securing the necessary access.
Tenders are invited for items to be supplied with quantities to be confirmed from January. Fragments indicate pigwash and related supplies for twelve months. Submissions close at noon on Friday the 19th instant. The lowest bid may not be accepted.
The Fremantle hospital board states under the Workers' Compensation Act only 100 pounds is provided for medical and hospital services for compensation cases. Accidents or urgent cases receive first aid and possible admission, but once fit, patients must arrange private care or transfer.
An ex patient Mr Steiro thanks Fremantle Public Hospital for successful treatment and a mystifying illness. His son, a showman, pledges to donate 123 percent of his gross takings from country shows to hospital funds for one year with the hospital’s permission.
A story hints at fashion trends to cover legs as tablecloths grow larger. An old lady scolds a young woman emerging from a nightclub, asking what her father would think. The young woman replies with a playful remark about secrecy.
Sunday service at Scots Church features remarks by noted scholars and a festive program. Community members invited to attend as part of the December schedule.
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