17 Feb 1928
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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 17, 1928
Page
1
An account recalls the explosion at Coogee powder magazines near Fremantle that killed watchman Mr. Whalen and left a long shadow of suspicion. The article details staff tensions, the dangerous setup, and rumors of a deathbed confession aimed at shielding others from blame.
The writer argues for outward harbour expansion via south and seawards options to keep Fremantle from becoming a fishing village. They urge Premier Collier to act on Rottnest Carnac Garilen islands and C Y O'Connor schemes while criticizing recent High Street repairs and replacement of solid jarrah blocks with a costly new road.
In Cot tesloe and Fremantle social pages, unrelated couples and locals amuse taxi passengers with chatter. A South Fremantle Don Juan faces romance shifts, R cautions, and East Fremantle flappers stir gossip over a phone call. Nash Six driver draws attention at a city office while three bra very store girls rest at St Johns Reserve. A bowling quarrel threatens dignity. Dolly from the Princess regains appetite after a fashion twist.
A South Street correspondent condemns the rough sea wall and calls on local councilors and the Advertiser to back a campaign. He urges openings and wide steps at the end of each street to provide beach access, joining others in the protest for South Beach access.
A reader from Fremantle laments the South Beach condition from Esplanade to the Smelters. He cites rocks dumped along the shore burdens local businesses and urges removal, shelter trees, improved footpaths, and a promenade. He objects to a new odorous store near the Government Hospital and blames local authorities. Dated 13 February 1928.
Fremantle sends sympathy to Kalgoorlie and Boulder after a Friday cyclone disaster. Mayor forwards gratitude from Kalgoorlie's mayor for Fremantle’s kind remarks. Leslie, Mayor of Kalgoorlie, expresses appreciation for the support.
An advertisement touts Westralia Savings with splendid facilities for depositors and visits to Eastern States or England. It claims 31 percent interest per complete pound and notes deposits and withdrawals may be affected by post.
Twenty four bowlers from the Masonic Club Perth travelled to Fremantle on Wednesday the 15th for a friendly match against 24 Freemasons on the Fremantle Bowling Green. A very enjoyable game followed with a pavilion supper and several speeches including a vote of thanks to Mayor F. E. Gibson for arranging the event.
Tenants invited to noon Monday February 28 for separate or combined tenders on the Fremantle estate items including a jarrah room lined asbestos, near Smelters. Sundry household furniture gramsphons with records cooking utensils. Inspection by caretaker at Spot or HBMCES South Terrace Fremantle.
Miss Edith Mued Little known as Dare, aged 33, formerly of Fremantle and Sydney, is living or may be using the name Maud Stereo. Any person knowing her present whereabouts is asked to communicate.
East Fremantle No 1 defeated Curgents with Bulgin and Johnston leading. Tyler and Munro drew in doubles after losses in singles. North team substitutions and wind affected play as Engler fell 6-5 to Johnston. Ladies also lost 61 to 2 to Johnston Memorial. secretary Stephens marries Liberty. AGM set for March 1 at the club pavilion. Draws for next Saturday list Norths versus East No 2 and North versus Fast Fremantle for ladies.
In a Penny Sections column the writer backs tramway board plans and urging more penny sections. He cites requests for routes from Railway Station to South Street or Wray Avenue and from Stirling Street to Beaconsfield Hotel. The piece also notes Traveller style sections proposed as in Perth with 2d and 3d options.
Three months ago the Minister for Works invited Fremantle district councils roads boards and harbour trustees to hear the Engineer-in-Chief explain harbour expansion proposals. Although initial approval followed silence, criticism has grown into a storm, prompting a fresh meeting to allow critique and independent expert review if needed.
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