15 Feb 1929
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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 15, 1929
Page
1
A Fremantle deputation pressed for government aid for single men sleeping out and protection from vagrantry. They urged local action to provide shelter and access to work, with promises to assist the government. Stephen Street premises were inspected but judged unsuitable for habitation.
A reader argues against a sea wall for South Bay and imagines a wharf with forests of masts shaping a protected inland lagoon. The letter envisions a restored natural bay as a seaside resort with sheltered beaches and potential fishing and commercial benefits. It notes the Lygnerm steamer marks the site and references the Children’s Hospital Commission support.
A collage of shore town anecdotes and social snatches around Easter time. Mentions of gossip about attractions at Cottesloe, a worried dentist's assistant, fashion on an Indian motor bike, and nearby leisure scenes. References to weddings, speeding taxi drivers, local sports notes, and beachgoers weave through a lively week of small events.
A reader endorses a St One South Outer Harbor proposal, highlighting Beale Rocks Minder Reef and Fist Rocks as natural foundations for sheds and wharves to shelter the bay. They note Rottnest does not shield against southerly gales and suggest Garden Island as added protection.
Mr and Mrs Matthews of Cottesloe Beach return from a holiday in the Eastern States. Sympathy is sent to Mrs Murphy of Occam road Cottesloe Beach as Violet remains seriously ill in Warwick Hospital after a previous pneumonia attack. A children's dance at Uglieland featured judges Miss Hickey and Miss Sutton with Mrs Unic Hills orchestra. prizes went to numerous local youths including Flor ig Hopkins, Shirley Bailey, Nessie Wilcock, Thelma Wilcock, Hazel Mulligan and Pearl Baker for items such as Spinning Top and Fairy.
Spearwood and Coogee Horticultural societies combine for a state garden produce show on Saturday February 23. Siti shows and booths, log-chops and varied entertainment are promised. Buses will run from Collie Street every half hour.
A nautical party with motor boat, whale boat, and dinghy has been at Success Bank near Owen’s Anchorage and the Naval Base channel for weeks. The Advertiser hopes soundings are being taken for Mr Stileman and notes 24 feet of water remaining since Commonwealth authorities left it eight years ago, urging a careful job.
A citizen laments untidy behavior on St. John's Reserve including daily litter and a man scattering half letters on a train. He argues lack of civic responsibility is widespread and concerns everyone, with or without emphasis, noting that what one finds amusing is nobody’s business.
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