Political realignment as Lefroy to form new government
The June 26 1917 report details a swift shift in the political scene as Premier McWileon resigns to allow a National Party led cabinet. Lefroy steps in, with speculation on who will join the new government and whether Wilson stays or moves to a portfolio.
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Wilson
Rationariers
Lefroy
Mc Wileon
Weeex
Natonalms
Lnvertor
Hko 6
Hin
Juni
Wilson Tas
Putes
National Party
Oulsel
Melbourn
Tur
Iva
Local and General News Highlights from Geraldton
The bulletin reports on butter grading and a government tool butter case involving Senator E. J. Russell and Mr Lefroy, plus a note on student attendance for a talk by Sr Chubb. Fremantle lumpers dispute overtime pay, vessel delays, and wages, with midnight to morning rates cited. Esler Pierrots in Geraldton attract large crowds with varied acts and strong receipts, as the troupe tours towns ahead of Mullewa and Day Dawn, then Meekatharra and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seaator
E. J. Russell
Sital
Lefroy
Fremantle
Em- Mosern
Esler
Geraldton
Town Hall
Clude Baby Esler
Boek
HL V. Eaton
A. E. Builder
Avenson
Fersit
FL Eustace
O. 5
Green
Tusuorrow
Mullewa
Meekatharra
Local Cue Match Decisive Rubber at Mr Ordreive's Sona
Doran and Thurley, famed cueists, meet at Mr Lou Ordreive's Sona in a 300 up rubber. Proceeds go to Red Cross funds and a large attendance is hoped. Archbishop Riley visits Geraldton with confirmations, services, and a Red Crown fund lecture planned at Town Hall.
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Riley
Perth
Geraldton
Christ Church
Mooogoonooka
Northampton
Yuna
Nahawah
Sfall
Red Crown
The Labour Movement Is Dead Yet Alive in Geraldton
W A Worker declares the labour movement dead as Le Roi is dead and the working man remains awake at Jala. The writer urges a national, constructive Parliament to craft a sound policy for consolidated revenue while criticizing party politicians for neglecting common benefits. Geraldton, June 24, 1917.
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Sin
W.A
Jala
Ackstairs Juntaiem
Mim
Ives
Metropolitan Football Matches Result Summary
Jameson on Saturday saw Suid Fremaeile arte defeat West Perth 84 points. Perth &8 beat Subiaco 6.1. East Perth 10.18 defeated Mi Junction 19.
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Suid Fremaeile Arte
West Perth
Perth
Subiaco
East Perth
Mi Junction
Northern District Casualty List and War News Update
The latest casualty list from the Northern District reports Private Arthur Hayward and Private Albert Crothers killed in action, with wounded Private Geo Cyril Eakins and Private John Richard Knox among others. Prisoner of war status noted for Private James Maynard. Lance Corporal Alfred James Eamer and Private Le Stephens listed among wounded or missing. Messages also announce military medals for Gunner W E Parry and news of Private Percy Geraldton Hutchinson wounded at age 92 after enlisting thirteen months ago. Local notices include staff changes at Western Australia A M P Society and a conference in Perth. death of Mrs Woods in Prahran Victoria is noted.
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W. Hares
Din- Bios
Isi
W. E. Parry
Parry
Sanford Street
Pozieres
Thomas Hutchinson
Indewa
Gavin Lucas
Western Australia
Australian Mutual Provident Society
South A
Adelaide
Sir Blood
Neat
South Australian
Lucas
H. Carson
Mlc
Perth
Enaive
Friends of
Mra
W. E. Randle
Francis Street
Mra Woods
Prd
Porier St
Prahran
Victoria
Woods
Methodist Church Honor Roll Ceremony and Farewell Event
Occasional Correspondent reports on the Sunday School presenting a brass plated Honor Roll with 28 names on June 17. The ceremony featured the National Anthem, a Battle Prayer, and the hymn Fight the Good Fight. Rev Robin spoke, Will Pearce accepted duties, and The Little Tots sang. Later, farewell to Mr Douglas Moore marked by a hall gathering with drills, knitting, songs, tableaux, and patriotic tributes. Mrs F Waldeck’s farewell song and a ribbon pin followed by Auld Lang Syne and the National Anthem.
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W. A. E. Wass
Robin
Mc Newman Pearce
Alexander
Douglas Moore
Dongle Moore
3. F. Moore
Barrett
Forwood
MeutiMay
Gerald
Susan Parker
F. Waldeck
New Remedy Promises Cures for Deafness and Nerves
An advertisement extols Pranab Orlane as a universal cure, claiming it rapidly fixes head noises and deafness. Testimonial letters from Dallbesille NB report complete hearing restoration after usage, with assurances of safe, prepaid mailing and a price of 4s 6d.
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Pranab Orlane
D Borthwick
Dallbesille
N.B
Murase OW Kou
Igheod
WEIGHTS AND HORSE ENTRIES FOR CANNING PARK MEETING WEST AUSTRALIA
The turf section lists weights for the Canning Park meeting in West Australia with entries across events including mile and two combinations such as the Welter Handicap. Notable runners include True Gun Ashlar Off Star Minever and Master Test with various weights and odds for the First Class Plate Park Handicap and Third Class Plate events. The report catalogs multiple horses with their weights and entries for each race.
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Roserial
Rite
Cross Bairn
Fort Prior
Ayrion
Ono
Palisade
Ardol
Maxatinda
Son of Flavus
Royal Vixen
Crown Thistle
Beckol
Mazarinde
Olio
Red Banner
Orris
Rooflab
Explorer
Loch Key
Iriah Duke
Layla Bay
A Son
Astral
Cantilever
Atene Fie Carlaminda
Shot
Phioty
Highland Dia
Hamnee
Foronine Xaos
Trench Comforts Fund Seeks Public Thanks and Report
The Trench Comforts Fund expresses gratitude to the public for cheerful donations and support. A balance as of September 16 remains at £43 16s 6d with receipts totalling £670 and spendings including children’s parties £15, provisions £8, and other items. The report lists various expenditures and the final balance across accounts and a bank balance of £580 0s 0d.
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Trach Comforts
Goring
Onn Teor Ata
Sam
Poti'jon
Racing in Victoria V A T C Meeting Betting
Racing in Victoria betting winds up at 8 to 1 against the winner. Odds are given at the Victoria racing club meeting with stakes and performance noted.
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Agst
A Race for Honors Amid WWI VC Contests Between Regiments
During the war a competition for Victoria Crosses emerged between the South Wales Borderers and the Rifle Brigade. The Borderers held sixteen VC awards, the Rifles fifteen, then the Rifle Brigade added two more, briefly taking the lead. Captain Buree and Ka Flynn helped the Borderers regain top honors with eighteen VCs, starting with Assistant Surgeon Douglas in the sixties. Two noted winners Melville and Coplill received posthumous distinctions for actions at Tugela and Inanda, while Lieutenant Bromhead earned hisactor.
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South Wales Borderers
Rifle Brigade
Borderers
Riflemen
Borderera
Buree
Kae Flynn
V.C
Douglas
Wes Crow
Ti Wienuuts Melville
Coptll
Inandhiwang
Bromhead
Weather and Rivalry Mark Saturday Gym Meet
The article notes a Saturday gym meet with weather affecting conditions and close competition among competitors. Scores show a tight race, with one team posting a 6 of 9 and another near 0 out of the range, amid lively rivalry and planning for future matches.
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United Insurenc Company
Accidect, Fire and Marine
Me Y
Puli
Nee Soo
Tobe
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Une
Elite Supply Coy
the Ladies’ Drapers
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Poe Constry
Faili
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Sr Chubb
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W. J. George
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Trench Comforts Fund
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