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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1929
Page
1
The author questions why unemployment and poverty persist and argues charity alone cannot solve the problem. He calls for a fairer wealth distribution and societal change, noting the impact on the city’s homeless and the distress it causes to the “father-heart of God.” He ends by asking readers if they are worried.
Bill Ren ton, aged 62, longtime Fremantle Labour figure, died after a long illness. Born in Port Pirie, he led the Combined Unions Committee during the 1909 Broken Hill lockout and served as Fremantle Lumpers president for two decades. He also held the WA and Federal Waterside Workers committees roles and faced his illness with quiet dignity.
Burgess, secretary of writes detailing new Redistribution Seats Act boundaries for South Fremantle and North East Fremantle. Describes lines along Doonan and Will streets, Swanbourne and Stephen streets, Amherst and Ranford roads, and Fremantle coast to Rockingham, with North Lake Road and Swan River joins to Petra Street and Canning Road.
A reader argues the Round House is an eyesore and should be demolished unless repurposed. The letter recalls Free mantle history, hints at future harbour plans, and notes expected comments from Mr Sustat Blake in July.
City Council last Monday approved a Tramway Board request to use land in the Council yard for a substation. Debate centered on perceived nuisance with councillors expressing concerns though officials stated the installation would not inconvenience residents. A councillor predicted Parry Street could surpass High Street in importance within a decade and another warned of interference with Princess May students.
A column notes seven privileged ladies at trotting meetings who forget others attend and pay. A grave couple this week seemed to own the grounds. The motto First there, Grst served is urged. A gale Rita’s spirits fell Friday evening. She appeared unamiable.
The Bremantle KS.L. Ballroom hosts a centenary carnival next Wednesday night with a centenary badge and new novelties. Prizes will be awarded for belle of the carnival best dressed couple best poster lady or gent most original couple and most comical lady or gent.
Wesley Hall hosted a three day aid with free meals for unemployed single men. Daily counts rose from 23 to 47 and 51, as men presented Labour Bureau and meal tickets. Ladies from local churches served at 12 noon and volunteers urged public donations of vegetables meat and cash.
Cr Daly receives leave from four regular council meetings due to health concerns. Dr Daly plans to travel to the Old Country on 1 July. Cr Kerr also granted three months leave from municipal duties.
City council records urge the Minister for Education to begin construction of a Fremantle high school at Ellen and East Streets park land. Princess May and Fremantle Boys schools suffer overcrowding and lack adequate sports facilities, with the Women’s Home on site to be moved to Claremont. The plan would repurpose existing buildings and preserve the area’s architectural value. A deputation to press for action is planned.
A letter criticizes the Forrest Road from Fre d e to Armadale for poor condition and absence from district officers' reports. The road links Fremantle and Armadale, cuts 11 miles from Fremantle to Armadale versus via Perth, and prompts questions about the local member and action.
An early 1900s notice touts Woods Great Peppermint Cure as a universal remedy for coughs colds and influenza. The advertisement claims rapid relief and broad use for the household.
Fremantle Central Methodist Mission marks its sixth anniversary with morning and evening services led by Rev. C A Jenkins and Rev. Eric H O Nye. A Sunday afternoon program in the new hall features music and a high address by J W Langsford. Monday events include a 6 pm high tea and an 8 pm public meeting presided by East Fremantle Mayor H J Locke.
At the last meeting the ratepayers recommended the Council ask Government to remove the Romand House and beautify the locality. The Council gave unsympathetic consideration and resolved that no action be taken. It stated it is useless to pursue the request while other work awaits attention.
Tender notices invited by the Minister for Works for the Claremont Old Men's Home project and removal of tanks. Submissions must include Schedule of ties, deposit, and be marked Tender. Tenders close at noon on July 2 at Fremantle with particulars at the Court House.
Fremantle residents are informed that Perth Car Sales Ltd conducts sales at 1.30 pm in their Milligan Street Perth show rooms. Master Motors private car auctions are also arranged.
Listing for a sea-going launch or auxiliary named Syren Semone or similar with 10 tons cargo. Speed about 8 knots. Request full particulars including engine price to be sent to Seaman c/o Gordon & Gotch Australia Ltd Barrack Street Sydney.
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