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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1925
Page
1
The article notes ongoing hardship for crew families in England due to alleged lack of Seamen's Union support. It reports authorities halted ticket raffles, but Seamen's Union action has increased, sending a substantial relief sum to England and promising regular remittances to ease the families' distress.
Fremantle Municipality District calls for license applications by January 1935 with daily attendance at the Town Hall Fremantle. Unlicensed keepers of wall, licensed assets like cut or pigeons must obtain licenses by January 30 1835 or face proceedings without further notice. Read Notice appears in December 1906 with Chemist in attendance.
The Supreme Court of Western Australia issues probate jurisdiction notices for the deceased. The undersigned requests creditors to present claims by February 14, 1225, or the executor will distribute assets to those entitled. Dated January 14, 1375. W B and M B Solomon solicitors Fremantic Market Street.
A concise retrospective traces sport as a unifying force from ancient Greek Olympic rites through Roman and Chinese spectacles to modern Anglo-Saxon enthusiasm. It notes Australians’ fixation on victory, the enduring draw of the Ashes, and suggests broader state and world affairs now take greater note.
In Australis the oil hunt is seen as comic folly. A pool scum is checked by a geologist who calls it fishy, another finds dinkum oil in a buried tank, while others doubt prospects in hills. Mr Clapps itinerary is praised for staying in civilisation, yet the expedition yields nothing. With oil prices rising, interest in a Western Australian store may grow.
A collection of brief, humorous vignettes from coastal life. Notes suggest bets, fashion woes, a sailor’s song craze, a contrived powder scandal, and local flirtations. Mentions of a Fremantle typiste abroad, a South Beach quarrel, and a Rottnest return attempt mingle with idle gossip and small town intrigue.
Fremantle Hospital announces appointments of Mrs. Laidlaw and Mr. J M Farrell to the hospital board. The Colonial Secretary has not accepted the resignation of Mayor J Cooke. At a Wednesday meeting H J Locke was elected chairman with A McLeod as vice chairman. Dr E East and Mrs M A Waddell joined the house committee.
A Grand Unit ed Order of Foresters picnic Monday from Fremantle to Wallaston featured a special train stopping at every halt en route to Perth. Crowds filled carriages by Midland, arriving to a well run day in an orchard venue with a strong sports program for children.
North Fremantle wins by 9 games after a tight 111 games in the A Pennant match at North Fremantle courts. Both teams showed solid form with rapid improvement by the losers. Cyril Rossiter to resign for York position, North Fremantle remembers him as a loss to the club.
The article weighs the elevation of Mr Asquith to the peerage, noting mixed views on reward versus political silence. It contrasts Gladstone’s greater legacy with Mr Asquith, questions hereditary titles, and contemplates Mrs Asquith’s possible title while reflecting on historical memory.
The meeting elected W. J. Cooke as chair and accepted Lamb Printing House. Mr and Mrs W E Wray to head the Baby Show with prizes assigned. A concert on the Oval was approved in principle and left to the committee for further action. The collector reported Tynds walch receipts are arriving.
In a heated debate, supporters urge stripping unworthy title holders of property and privilege. Critics claim the peerage is dragged through the mire by some members, fueling calls for reform amid regional tensions.
At the annual Council meeting discussion on the Seamen's Union blacklisting of John Curtin, editor of the Worker, was postponed awaiting further state executive information. Elections were held with P. G. McMahon as president, W. H. Kitson as vice president, F. Mann as treasurer, Burgess 79 as secretary, and Sleeman Rowa and Peterson elected trustees.
A correspondent criticizes Western Australia’s railway system for inconsistent service, slow trains, high charges, and dirty carriages. He questions cleanliness staff, notes grease on gloves, and urges the Railways Department to improve passenger comfort and costs or consider retirement of the management.
Fremantle Lumpers Union held its annual officer election producing a record poll. Ex-president Mr. T Fox was displaced by Mr. G Moraday by eight votes. Frank Rowe retains strong support, while Mr. Cook leads as Vigilance Officer by 331 votes. Treasurer sees J P Beverage re-elected by 251 over W Horton. Vice-presidents chosen as P Trotter and F Culley.
On Sunday afternoon at the Town Hall Professor Carless of King's College London will deliver an address on the work of Dr Barnardo's Homes. The eminent surgeon is expected to give a delightful lecture, and his subject should prove very engaging.
TURAL CULTURAL THIRD ANNUAL SHOW invites tenders for catering official luncheon public refreshments stall and sale of light for side shows. Tenders due February 5 at Jas Stevens Estate Agent Town Hall Buildings. Highest tender not necessarily accepted. Cecil Thompson Hon Secretary.
Schedule lists S S Zephyr leaving Barrack Street jetty Perth on Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays at 10 am. Evening trips daily at 8 pm. Rottnest return from Perth and Fremantle with fare 4s 6d. Also trips to Point Walter and evening cruises priced 1s 6d.
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