Perths dream of Rottnest pleasure island gains momentum
A Kalgoorlie Miner report from Septem ber 25 notes the Centralisation Government plans to resume Rottnest Island upgrades to turn it into a Perth pleasure resort. Critics warn rich projects burden taxpayers while neglecting interior development, arguing Rottnest could become a costly suburban retreat akin to Coney Island.
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Kalgoorlie
Perth Morning
Rottnest
Perth
Wilson
Seaddan
Commonwealth
Fremantle
A CONSCRIPTIONIST AIRS HIS VIEWS
A letter to the editor from S W Lowns of Yulgoo dated September 11 argues in favor of Mr Hughes as Australia’s wartime leader. It defends Hughes against Labor critics, attacks pacifist or referendum approaches, and praises wartime industrial aims and national unity while contrasting Needham and Lloyd George.
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Slughes
England
Europe
Commonwealth
Fisher
Hughes
Australia
Tughés
Otr
Neediam
Lloyd George
Needham
S.W. Lowns
Me Lucas charity ball at King's Hall aids YMCA funds
Northampton reports a sizable attendance at a charity ball organized by Me Lucas in aid of YMCA funds. Patronage and notable local figures highlighted a successful event. net proceeds £15 were sent to YMCA headquarters in Perth. News also notes local families of WWI soldiers and an upcoming Honor Board unveiling at the Methodist Church with a social gathering and addresses by visiting ministers. Weather outlook hints at rain with northeast winds.
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Lucas
King's Hall
A Patten
Ernie Stout
YMCA
Beneft
Association
Perth
Western Front
Varius
Alf Woodcock
Sam Dickerson
France
Robt. Douglas
James
Peter
England
J. Jenkin
Geraldton
J. Green
Tr. Gray
Fremantle
Anzac Poem of Gallipoli by Gerardy
A historical verse recalling Gallipoli with vivid war images. It contrasts lands soaked in blood with sleepless nights and storm battered seas. The speaker notes Australian troops in a harsh landscape where comrades fall and graves are laid amid fire and pain.
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Country Party
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