03 Feb 1928
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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 03, 1928
Page
1
A unique situation at Fremantle Hospital sees no current Board of Management after the McLeod chaired board ceased on January 13. Secretary Mr Hookway runs the hospital, while ex-chairman McLeod remains distant yet signs cheques. Ex-members criticize the Health Department minister over the lapse.
A Christmas mail finds a case of eyeglasses in a public Streatham building bearing the name Mr. B The Optician 263 Murray Street Perth The glasses return home to the rightful owner and the name is touted as a guarantee of expert eye care from a trusted optician Mr B’s reputation is highlighted as a safety that reaches across the world
A ceremony will be held next Thursday at 3 p.m. at Fremantle Trotting Ground where Mr J Brennan president of WA Trotting Association will raise the special winning post at Fremantle East. The grounds near completion next month and the event marks the start of finalities.
First term starts Feb 13 1928 with free continuation courses in commercial industrial and domestic subjects. Enrolment available on Feb 6 7 8 9 or on successive school evenings from 7 to 9 pm at James Street North Perth Fremantle Claremont Subiaco Victoria Park Maylands Midland Junction Bassendean State Schools.
The report notes a petite party of bathers near the main roughfares at Point Walter last Sunday drawing attention with scant frocks and towels. Observers watched sea-sick damsels after a view from the Tower levels on Monday. Night swimmers kept to the water despite rain. A well known South Fremantle flag bearer wears a diamond ring, sparking curiosity about the wearer.
A letter columns protest for Little Betel access argues for openings at street ends with wide steps to the sea to aid elderly residents and children. Readers cite longstanding beach access and accuse authorities of unfair treatment while praising the Advertiser for backing the campaign.
Correspondent E Tangney urges extending the penny section from the railway station to South Street or at least to Weay Avenue in South Fremantle and a Beaconsfield line section from Stirling Street to the Beaconsfield Hotel. He argues residents on Hill Fothergill Stephen streets and Hampton road should not pay 3d to reach town, calling for changes in the interests of justice and fair play.
The Fremantle Memorial Committee outlines a 6000 pound erection cost and current funds of 3235 pounds 15 shillings 7 pence, including bank credits and promises. They urge public support to cover the balance and note Anzac Day as the unveiling of a memorial tablet date.
Norma Shearer the Canadian born MGM star headlines After Midnight at the Majestic Theatre this Wednesday February 15. The film follows two sisters working after midnight blending drama and comedy as director Monta Bell reveals their mysterious lives and ambitions on screen.
Taxis shifted from Cantonment street to Queen street amid business protests. Residents fear further complaints as Queen street loses its calm while St John's Reserve will be enjoyed less by many. The taxis were happier in William street with their own yard.
A screening of the Tunney Dempsey fight starts Saturday at 8 pm at the King's Theatre Fremantle for one week. The film vividly depicts the bout with a full supporting programme for boxing fans and readers of previous accounts.
Critics accuse Fremantle Harbor Trustees of secrecy while urging transparency about expert opinions on harbor extension. They cite Engineer Stileman against earlier figures C Y O'Connor and Palmer and press the Trustees to disclose which experts inform their plan and where views differ.
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