Progress and storms in early 20th century urban life
A reflective column discusses modern transport impacts, road wear from motor vehicles, and proposals for a penny per gallon tax to fund road upkeep. It notes political shifts in Upper and Lower Houses, Labour gains in provinces, and rainfall patterns following a beneficial recent shower. Local strikes and arbitration developments plus efforts to reduce working hours are briefly touched.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Niry Road
Mier
Clydesdale
Nakih- Enat
West
How
Wor
Iidative Council
Iump
Gorgimment
Pisa
Iver
F.P.A
Im United Peodmneers
Jininky
Ts Westernay
Ervan
Australia
Ealiel
Eye Lista
Boca
Guy
Fragmentary 1924 Sundry Numbers and Notes
Fragmented OCR text appears as a monetary and date heavy ledger of figures. It includes references to May 1924, government initials, and various numeric entries that resemble a financial or accounting page with names or codes embedded but largely unreadable. The readable items center on a schedule of values and dates without a clear singular event.
Immigrant policy debate hints at 1927 national origin method
A observed summary notes talks at a joint conference on immigration limits. The plan retains a 2 percent national origin basis until July 1 1927 and caps total admissions at 150 000 annually. Western Hemisphere births remain eligible with certificate restrictions. White House hopes to implement Japanese exclusion by July 1 under President Coolidge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exelurim Juroy
Huaaty
Canada
White House
Coolidge
McLeod Estate Dispute Over Daughters Inheritance
The Supreme Court heard a contest over the annuities to five daughters of the late Norman McLeod of Minilya Station. The codicil dated May 6 1911 increased payments, with the testator dying October 3 1914 leaving five daughters. Trustees’ discretion on sums was questioned. Daughters named include Ellen A Lyall Grace Corral and others across Western Australia Tasmania and Melbourne. Justice reserved judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McLeod
Ranakd
Norman McLeot
Minilya
Curmarvon
Ivelloc
Bupre Court
Leav
Mir
Lyall
Athorn
Mra
Lyell
Tentator
Ellen A
Norma Lyall
Cannington
Mi Te Grace
Breadalbane Eastangh
Gerabltos
Thelma Philomens Corral Douglas
Tasmania
Sheila Byram Irnhaim
Memorial memorial: contest over site halts honour form
Correspondence discusses a proposed memorial to sacrifices, debating site choices and funding. It notes a referendum outcome with a narrow majority, mentions residents from other areas opposing the chosen site, and suggests the memorial may become a monument rather than a dedicated hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lwie Palkjees
Tiseumion Mura
Epper Caap
LiNink
Amaniwus
Spoteien
Pwron
Spretator leads as Protheroe shines at Hominy match
Nanson and Nor-Feampton each notch one goal for the home side while Sanson mi Protheroe provides exciting runs. Howell Willingon McGee Stewart Jenkins and Tiler highlight visitors as Hinneey Crabbe O Neil Bigg and Murphy impress. W Marks buys Tagoo for 20 guineas at the end of the Peters string sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nabawah
Nanson
Nor- Feampton
Sanson
Himinis
Anta Suet Nenson Len
Louhout
Snish— Numwoo
Protheroe
Howell
Willincon
McGee
Stewart
H. Jenkins
Tiler
Nausemavons
L. O*neil
S. Bigg
Doan's Ointment Recommended for Piles
A testimonial extols Doan's Ointment as an effective treatment for piles and related rectal irritation. The writer claims quick relief after using a single pot, and notes the product is sold by chemists and storekeepers for 2/0 per pot, with mail order options from Poster-McClallan Co. 18 Hamilton Street, Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pan
Dean
Poster-McClallan Co
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ulks
Pep Fugi
Chas
Rasool
General Draper
Qulaity
Victoria Garage Glaxt Omb Hotel
Chas, Challinor, ‘Proprietos
Smith & CO Limited
Geraldton
London
Marshall Scar
Ghd
Sydney Fong & CO. Grocers
S, True Vegetabiea & Dairy Provice
Tawest
Alf Levy
Perth and
Kalgoorlie
van Ei Mike
Payne
Femee
J. Fitzpatrick & C &C
Welsus
Dara Gresaed
Morris Gershen
ALP
Genauprow
Loaiton
Nd Commonwealth Hotels
Marine Terrace
Geo. Laing
Jomnist A.D
Penene
Attentin
Pere Marnie
Martin
Australis
Armitage Rhoe Store
Burns Philp & CO
CASI
Randalwood
Asonets
Remo
Melbourne BF. CO
THE
A.usn. Company, Limited
Milwraith, McEachesn & CO. Ltd
Mesgagenies Maritimes
Bteam Navigation Company
Flete Aay
Crook
Brooker Ltd
Ossaoe
Anil Bo
Goriliten
Curkewia
Verakdton
Northampton
Nod Mes
T. G. Grifiths
Gerakiton
F E. Jones
Mise L. Jordas
Fumes
Griffiths
T. # mont
Griffithe
Chapman
Nunson
Nahewn
King's Chuir
H. Mitchell
H. Patten
Mise D. Bnowden
Mitchell
Ue Mlc
Nabuwa
Nortegeares Muo
Inspector Hatfield
Icke
D. Snowson
W. and
K Dooley
G. McConkey
Hawnthor
Oliver Twist
Wenli
Guddy
Lawlor
Halline
C. Brooks
Babine
Newson
Commonwealthge
Bank ‘ Australia
Sydner
Austr Savin
James Kell
Randling
Delats
Charles Hormann
Geraldt
ST —Remington
Walte Tree Tort
Cooper
Thomas
Globe Brewery, Limited
Geraldtom
Aloha Brewery, Limited
Wellington Street
Perth
Geraldon
Thomas Phe
ALZ, Clares OF Insuranon
Westers Australis
Emu
Coopertive (Life) Amurizes Co
Roniscoh Piano
Helms
Nicholson's Limited
Barrack St. Peeth
Fremantle and Kalgoorlie
Bogle Bros
Army and Navy Stores
Thebach
Plaistowe
Mada
Eucalypeus
Laman
Faeticle
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!