Man's inhumanity to man is a driving question
A reflective piece examines recurring brutal acts, noting Batson's arrest for wounding three people and citing related assaults in Cottesloe and Fremantle. It laments human cruelty, praises quiet heroism, and questions why such violence exists. The column contrasts motives and public indifference with acts of defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Animal Kingdom
Claude Batson
Mary
Batson
Fremantle
Cliffstreet
Parading Horses Bring Five Trainers Before Fremantle Court
Five horse trainers appear at Fremantle Police Court on Tuesday facing charges for using South or leading horses in violation of the bylaw. Names listed include David Oats Cles Kirby Henry Jeffrey J Jeffrey and Kevin Adams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fremantle
David Oats
Cles Kirby
Henry Jeffrey
J Jeffrey
Kevin Adams
Storm in a Tea Cup in Fremantle Court
Fremantle Police Court adjourned a case against seaman Richard Gosling over possession of a tweed cap alleged stolen. He claimed purchase in Liverpool. after lengthy evidence the justices dismissed the case. An elderly couple, 70th wedding anniversary, aged 92, are noted with historic Yorkshire ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fremantle
C.sd
Richard Gosling
S.s. Surrey
Gosling
Liverpool
Surrey
Australia
Messrs. R. Bracks
J. Payne
Poulter
Golds Hall
Yorkshire
Princess Mary
Viscountess Lascelles
Seaside Snapshots of Beach Life and Rumors
A coastal column notes lively seaside crowds and gossip about sailors, theater plans, and local notables. Rumors touch on favorites like Percy from South Beach, a skating rink idea for Palladium Theatre, and a Hood officer cousin among girls. The piece also mentions boxing fans, warm weather, and a Perth bookseller selling postcards and wild flowers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maggie
The
Hood
BEVERLEY HOSPITAL MATERNITY WARD FUND LOTTERY
Grand cash consolation lottery in aid of Beverley Hospital Maternity Ward offers 25 000 tickets at 2/ each with prizes 1050 500 100 60 and 150 pro rata if drawn under supervision of Hon F T Broun M L A Beverley Hospital Committee Tickets from secretary Beverley Perth Fremantle agents listed and stamped envelopes required for tickets and results
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beverley Hospital
F. T. Broun
M.L.A
Beverley
J. Gleeson
Trade Ads and Local Banter Highlight Island Notice
A local trading coop advertises blankets hats and bags with English worsteds and suits at 13/6 to 19/6. The piece also notes a Peel Estate swim passage claim and praises a young vocalist with high confidence and future potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Is.l. Co-Op Trading Coy
A. BE. Pady
The Fleet Arrives Sparks Australian Pride and Respect
Australians gathered early as the British battleship Repulse and cruisers passed Rottnest on a ten day cruise. The scene stirred pride for Britain's navy, praising its discipline and the kinship between Britain and Australia during a time of imperial sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Cottesloe
Perth
Empire
State Elections March 22 1924 Claremont Seat Vote
Official notice authorises G C Curlewis and other candidates for the Claremont seat with a numbered order of preference. The document mentions Cook's Chemists and the Oddfellows Hotel run by Jack Visser as part of the public notice and related endorsements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. C. Curlewis
Cottesloe
Cook
The
Oddfellows' Hotel
Jack Visser
British Squadron Fremantle Arrives Under Early Dawn
Newsreel-like scene as the British Service Squadron reaches Fremantle from the Near East. Spectators line the harbor as the Hood and Repulse berth at North Wharf and D Class cruisers follow, amid crowds, cameras, and rising dawn activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Fremantle
Mark Twain
Fremantle
Near East
Hood
Wyola
Euro
Prince of Wales
Australia
Visiting Sailors Savor Local Industrial Displays
The writer notes visiting sailors have little time to learn about the country and suggests showcasing colonial themed items or natural products of the state. They acknowledge sailors know ships and related paraphernalia but emphasize broader local industry in displays.
Open Air Entertainments and Courtroom Anecdotes at Fremantle
The piece mixes notes on summer leisure with a Fremantle court case. A fisherman pleads guilty to using a fishing net in Rocky Bay and a Fisheries Department prosecutor mentions warnings. The text also recalls theater seating mix ups and booking office trouble at a Play Goers Society production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocky Bay
Fisheries Department
Playgoers Society
Sur prise parties at victim homes questioned by hosts
The note questions how many alleged surprise parties were truly secret and how many guests were welcomed by the hosts, suggesting figures could be surprising.
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Buckeridge Fido
F.bmc
D.B.O
Sen
Freeman
City of
Lenden
Murray-st
Prince Wales Theatre
Congrata, Bruce
B. F
Percy
South Beach
Palladium Theatre
Black Paddy
Charlie
Gert
Mansertene
Tation Grand Cash Consul
W.A. Hospital
Peel
Princess Theatre
James Cruze
Britain
Claremont Seat
H.M.8
Uglieland
Point Walter
Prohibition
Tennyson
Victoria Hall
Snorre Serencey
Seth Wat
Mare
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