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Newspaper
Fremantle The Advertiser
Location
Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 01, 1925
Page
2
An itemized column notes social visits of Captain and Mrs Nichlas and the Shei family at a week end hill home, updates on Mrs Sirfivers post op recovery, Fremantle Ladies Golf Club season opening, dancing classes, and Myra McIntosh cabaret plans. It includes home economy tips on custard, soup, and kitchen fixes with practical guidance.
Pauline Frederick describes the grind of film making, rehearsals, and emotions on set. She explains building a character from the author’s ideas, testing scenes, and the tension of late shoots. She notes cryery as part of acting, the lack of union, and long days from breakfast to release.
The Fremantle branch of the Labour Women's Organisation pushes for a Fremantle Dental Clinic to secure proper teeth care for children. Citing Sir Neville Howse and experts, the piece argues that poor dental health cripples youth and national health, urging a national, school‑age, preventive program modeled on the US and England.
The Mothers Union of Spearwood and Spearwood Methodist Ladies Guild spent an enjoyable day on April 16 at Peppermint Grove. They praised the Mothers Committee for assisting new and expectant mothers and distributing parcels to newcomers under challenging conditions. Mrs Andrews was thanked for her support and generosity.
The family holiday mood shifts as the house split shows different celebrations. Father wanders elsewhere, mother enjoys her own way away from the event, while the youth are scattered, reflecting varied participation during Easter festivities.
A speaker mocks Perth shoppers and home economy debates as she extols a Perth man famed for shingle work. She notes Fremantle clients and a growing staff clipping hair for fastidious women, while joking about the widespread Perth fixation and the so called careful housekeeper image.
The Bible Society branch of the British and Foreign Bible Society will hold its annual meeting next Monday evening in Adelaide Street Johnston Memorial Congregational Church. The Archbishop of Perth, president of the Western Australian Auxiliary, will preside. Rev R J Blunehard BA will deliver an address and the Annual Report will be presented. Despite the holiday, many are expected to attend due to the Society’s work.
Customs Hones throughout the State will be closed on Monday May 4 1925 Labour Day. Every facility will be given to the public who desire to do business in connection with shipping or warehouses and who are willing to pay overtime for the services of officers attending.
Residents plan moves to Bridgetown as Mr. Dargin takes a West Australian Bank post. St Luke's parishioners mark St George's Day with music and tributes. Cottesloe hosts Anzac Day services on Keane's Point led by Rev Stillwell and officials, reflecting on Gallipoli and honoring fallen soldiers.
The article discusses Fremantle public opinion on league tactics to affect oval participation and council support for big games in Port. It notes the English team’s strength and the WA side inviting top players to train, promising a fine match as both sides prepare with fit squads and hopeful expectations.
Les lie George Payne surviving executor applies to the Supreme Court of Western Australia for approval to appoint The Perpetual Executors Trustees and Agency Company (W.A.) Limited as executor to perform all duties powers and discretions of the deceased William Arthur Payne. Dated 24 April 1925. Solomon & Solomon solicitors for the said executor.
The Cottesloe Beach Horticultural Society will stage its Grand Chrysanthemum and Dahlia Show on Monday May 4 in the local Town Mall. Lady McMillan will open the event at 8 pm. View fine chrysanthemums dahlias and pot plant exhibits including ferns. Admission sixpence. Secretary Mr Stringfellow Leura Leonard Street Cottesloe Beach.
Point Walter trains run Saturday and Sunday as current with hourly late evening runs from 10.19 pm to 2.10 pm then half hourly to 10.10 pm. Sunday service starts 10.25 pm with half hourly until 2.10 am, then quarter hourly until 10.10 pm. Weekday service minor variations noted, six grass tennis courts available seven days, Hing B84, J. J. Kenny.
English team to meet Western Australia at Fremantle Oval on May 9 at 3 pm. Debate surrounds Fremantle Council’s decision to allow the venue, with critics from the Australian code urging a Perth Explanade start and council disputes over ground access.
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The narrator jokes about publicity and copy, describing at home nights with neighbors, mah jongg and poker, likening the games to a lively, drug free routine. After games comes a simple supper and bed, with a nod to Pepys on ending the night.
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