Uglies donate to Fremantle Hospital volunteers assist
An afternoon event at Fremantle Hospital saw the Fremantle Branch of the Men’s Association present a 1000 pound donation to Hospital Board chairman Mr A Mcleod, followed by a 500 pound government subsidy from Minister S Munsie. The Uglies have raised about 3000 pounds to date, funding furniture for nurses quarters and Xmas beer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Rowe
M.la
Fremantle
W. Murphy
Hockley
Hi. Gray
Crook
Melcod
Munsie
Perth
Commonwealth
Captain Potter
MLC
Mr. Kitson
M.L.C
F. Instone
McDonald
Dr. Baker
Miss Balding
Fremantle Municipality Seeks Counter Clerk and Office Assistant
Fremantle Town Clerk announces vacancies in the treasurer's office at Town Hall for Counter Clerk and Office Assistant with salary details to be advised. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. Tuesday June 7, 1927. Cabinet makers, waitresses, barmaids, tea girls and yardmen listed as available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town Hall
Fremantle
Jr. Shepherd
Miss Scott
Miss Lightly
Girton House
Ellen Street
Rescue of Drowning Sailor Exposition in New South Wales
Amid a gale and rain near the Renown on May 21 Com missioner Lyon Wise demonstrated life saving methods for a drowning sailor. The event, supported by naval and patriotic groups, showcased safe rescue techniques and drew letters of appreciation from admirals and public memorials in Perth and Fremantle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Sydney
Lyon Wise
England
Perth
Fremantle
Tug of War On Renown Defeats Fremantle At Carnival
At the Uglies Welcome Carnival in port the Royal Marines selected Renown team defeated Fremantle in a tug of war. The heavier Fremantle squad faced a lighter Renown side using turf footing. Sergeant Douglas noted Renown included veterans from Olympia contests and praised sportsmanship from both teams.
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H.M.8
Renown
Port
Uglies
Royal Marines
Fremantle
Douglas
Olympia
England
Beach Improvements at Cottesloe Beach
The Cottesloe Council approves continuing its Beach Improvements scheme planning to spend ten thousand pounds, necessitating a further loan. Some residents oppose, arguing higher rates and benefits mainly for visitors. Supporters note indirect local gains and better beach approaches, while home policy should receive equal consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cottesloe
Providence
Cotteloe
Marco
Tree Planting in the Oval
At a recent ratepayers meeting tree planting drew wide discussion as Mr Kardson from Chester Park urged Council assistance to obtain trees for the district. The Mayor noted consultations on beautifying the upper bank of the Oval and praised flowering gums for their beauty suggesting some along St John’s Church grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kardson
Chester Park
Oval
St. John’s Church
Notice to Creditors Frederick Charles King Estate
Notice to creditors for Frederick Charles King late of South Fremantle bootmaker requires claims to be sent to M. M. Moss curator of intestate estates Supreme Court Perth before June 27 1927 or they will be excluded from distribution of assets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Charles King
South Fremantle
M. M. Moss
Supreme Court
Perth
Will Offer One Lot Of Household Furnishings In Sale
Under bill of sale the auction will offer a large oak bedroom suite bedding linen curtains blinds and accessories. Items include oak bedsteads wardrobes mirrors chairs tables dining suite with table and cover furniture and sundries. The entire collection will be offered first as one lot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaconsfield
Jardinieres
Dble
Exhibition of the Charleston by an elderly lady on main street
A cast off banana skin sparked an impromptu Charleston display by an elderly woman in a main street. A window cleaner turned to see a pair of ferocious dogs relieving his bucket. The district noted a night of curious events as weather and bikes intersected with public eyes.
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Charleston
Attfield-street
Beaconsfield
Hampton Road
Social Notes on Victorian Beauty and a Yacht Display
A social note recalls mid-Victorian maidens and their fresh powder-free looks, contrasting with today’s public fashion. It also describes the Black Swan yacht near the Railway Bridge, boasting oak saloon, floral chintz, a New Edison Gramophone, wireless gear, clever storage, and three oak state rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Wearne Bros
Fei
Customs Holiday King's Birthday Observed Statewide
Customs Houses across the state will close on Monday, June 6, 1927, for the King’s Birthday holiday. The notice serves for general information to the public and staff regarding the observance.
Farewell to Mrs Angwin at Trades Hall gathering
A large gathering at the Trades Hall last Wednesday wished Mrs Angwin and her son farewell as they prepare to depart for England next week. Full details will appear in the next issue.
Dicing With Death in the Speedway Age
A Perth and Sydney coroner indict motor racing for pandering to a thrill seeking public. The piece decries speed as unnecessary risk, warning it endangers lives for private profit and advertising, urging sane humanity over lethal obsession. It condemns road speeds and calls for action to curb the danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Perth
Fife
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E. H. Gray
Snes
Agency
Dr. High
Henry Sts
China Vs. W.A
Fremantle Oval
Cottesloe Oval
H.M.S
Ther Sa
Eoan
Murray St
Sl Barrack Street
Marmion House
South Terrace
Frances E. Temple
Lord Frederick Hamilton
Mes
Ancwin
N. Greco
High Street
Clapton & Elkington
Market Street
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