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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1929
Page
1
Rumors say South Fremantle residents show broken hearts after a recent social gathering and dance. A nickname Tucker arises for a South Fremantle woman and mention of a Claremont ticket shows dating tensions. Beach fashion and sock complaints reflect hot weather chatter.
The mayor and councillors hosted two new Christmas acts and a sea greeting for about 60 people including seafaring officers. A smoke social for Connors employees followed with toasts and songs, sparking desire for a repeat event as the brotherhood of man theme resonated.
Classified notice offers a Baby Citroen in excellent mechanical condition with good appearance and a snare, priced at 65 pounds. Includes a note about ceased status and a date reference to April 12, mentioning Queen Victoria estate or event in France.
Christmas II notes true happiness lies in giving to others as families, especially children, embrace Father Christmas. The piece describes small sacrifices like a parent in worn clothes or a scooter wish, the joy of surprise gifts, and a home filled with goodwill that unites families during the festive season.
The Fremantle council at its last meeting approved tenders for cottage demolition at Queen Victoria road and Edward-street corner, granted £10 to the Swim through Fremantle event, planned fore shore works at city beach, painting bathing sheds and lavatories, and lighting along South Beach paths. It also sets up a high diving platform, steps, and repairs to Cliff-street intersections, plus purchases for two mechanical sprayers and town hall office lettings for £150 a year.
The Mayor informs Fremantle councillors of plans to invite shipping firm representatives and ship crews to a Friday 1 am gathering in the supper room. The aim is to extend the season's compliments to those at sea and have councillors attend if possible.
The Mayor bids Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to Councillors and presents three centenary souvenirs. A council photo as of June 3, a gold inscribed medallion, and a copy of History of Fremantle by J. H. Hitchcock, linked to Dr. F. Hollis, are offered as keepsakes.
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