15 Feb 1924
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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 15, 1924
Page
1
The Advertiser urges council action to improve public conveniences in Fremantle. It notes scarce facilities for men and women near the Esplanade, Hallway Station, and Town Hall, especially during the summer crowds at Seth Beach, calling on the mayor and councillors to address theissue.
Announcement promts a ground event with concerts at 8 pm featuring local acts and a special open at 2:30 pm. The flyer promotes a free ices and motor display as part of the program.
Fremantle District Road Board requires all persons wishing to carry on an Offensive Trade such as piggery to apply in writing for board approval. Applications must follow Division 2 section 151 of the Health Act. G Sudlow, Secretary.
RSL Co op Trading Co presents a new stock list from South Terrace featuring Bush Bugs sew 13/6 Military Blankets and 19/4 good Suit Lengths. Includes Soldiers Kit Saga Cardigan Jackets and a Fresh Supply Worsteds. EB Pady acts as sole agent.
Tender notices announce a public works contract with deadlines and bidding rules. Officials urge qualified firms to submit proposals by the specified closing date and time, detailing scope, specifications, and required certifications.
An article from the Paris Evening Telegram discusses British Labour prospects and the possibility of Ramsay MacDonald leading a Labour government. It notes Lloyd George’s view on an inevitable Labour ministry, argues about unemployment and trade, and weighs coalition chances with Liberals amid constitutional considerations.
Seaside readers report crowded South Beach scenes on a rainy Saturday with bathers, a suitless swimmer, and a busy Hydro Inst singing contest showing local talent. The piece notes nursing babies at the Coogee dance, asks about travel on the metro line, and ends with a local advertisement for cough medicine from Rees Cash Chemist Fremantle.
A lively afternoon event in Fremantle featured the Wire Kelly Concert Party and the Vanel jvid duty show drawing many guests. The Merry-go-Round entertained, the dancing floor stayed busy, and free watermelon and grapes complemented the hospitality as the audience enjoyed a generous display of music and games.
Fremantle crowd gathers at the Oddfellows Hotel where Jack Visser operates the venue with the Night and Day Chemist in attendance at all times. The scene centers on local business activity and social turnout around the hotel.
An essay arguing the value of local journalism and citizen support. The author praises the local press for guiding readers, reporting local events, and serving Fremantle and its district while urging residents to back their hometown newspaper. He contrasts local coverage with distant city papers and stresses civic duty in sustaining local media.
Fremantle Ugly Men's 1924 Carnival runs nightly with sideshows punch Judy vaudeville boxing specials and naval cadets. Notable acts include Mrs Kelly's Concert Party and boxing matches to settle personal differences. Carnival committee trophies donated by the Carnival Committee.
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