11 Jul 1924
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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1924
Page
1
A letter to the editor questions Fremantle Health orders requiring households to provide covered rubbish bins. The writer satirically imagines fines and dustman uniforms, criticizing the measure as autocratic and an intrusion on daily life while mocking curbside duties and public health concerns.
Discussion at the council last Monday touched on resuming Community Singing sessions this winter after the Town Mall issue. Officials noted those who enjoyed last year’s gatherings may soon renew participation and stressed music as a force for beauty and a better world.
Neighbors watch as Holland Street installs a wooden letters box by Mrs Silvertail, while Murphy Street residents craft quirky kerosene tin shapes. The new mailbox becomes a city-talkable landmark, provoking debate on style and practicality before the street embraces its respectable post reception.
Prince s Theatre presents the Two Vagabonda for Saturday and the following week drawing record crowds. Betty Compson stars in Woman to Woman, Baby Pegay appears in Whose Baby Are Fou, and Betty Balfour features in Love and Laughter with The Man Next Door in support.
Follow the crowd to the Oddfellows Hotel where Jack Visser, proprietor, advertises Pirot Aid Against Coughs and Colds and Wood's Great Peppermint Cure for lingering throat discomfort and seasonal ailments.
A letter from Governor Sir Francis Newdegate to Mayor John Cooke expresses gratitude for Fremantle’s address aboard the ship. He and Lady Newdegate send best wishes and note Fremantle’s bright prospects. Messrs Bradshaws and Alec Bracks are mentioned in movements and health notes.
The Fremantle Playgoers Society reports a ready cast for Mark Ambient's Oh Susannah a farcical comedy. Proceeds from the performance will benefit Fremantle Public Hospital and the society aims to add to its past success.
Light social chatter on an Eastbound trip promises pleasant weather and little romance. Gossip about flappers haircuts at Eastern States salons returns, while a famed stage figure visits town from cooler climes. Local dances, awkward goodbyes, and witty jests color seaside life as stories of kindness and flirtation mingle with light yearnings and social snaps.
Valpeid and Matthews occupy the former Nichols and Ethels premises in Hesexatret and operate as motor trimmers and canvas workers. They undertake motor hoods loose covers side curtains upholstering and repairs and manufacture lorry sheets and covers verandah blinds in three grades with fittings ready to hang.
Licences for dogs within North Fremantle must be obtained immediately from the Town Hall during 9 am to 5 pm daily and 9 am to 12 noon Saturdays. Keeping a dog after July 7 1924 without a licence will lead to prosecution. Town Clerk Glyne Payne signs the notice.
The Glasgow Herald notes rising unemployment across Britain and criticizes charity doles as disincentives to work. It cites Dame Parish and Motherwell wage data, showing Manchester-like relief scales and deductions for taxes and health insurance, urging reform to avert a broader crisis.
Fremantle Council hears report from Health Committee after a deputation from the Women’s Labour Organisation. They seek government supported dental care for children with free, morning dentist visits and a dedicated room, similar to Perth arrangements, with cabinet funding for equipment and pocket expenses. The matter is referred to Health Committee to inspect rooms.
An advertisement from P. Saunders Baker of 1st Duke Street invites customers to try Brown and Malt Bread and other specials. Delivery covers all suburbs with contact via phone B901 and mentions a trial solicitation.
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