The Chinn Controversy and Press Reactions
A Melbourne commentary notes the Royal Commission’s findings on Chinn and traces the divergent editorial stances of the Argus and Age newspapers. It reports that Mr. Fowler attacked Chinn with charges now questioned by Mr. Justice Hodges and the Commissioner, while Hodges finds no basis for several claims. The piece analyzes how newspapers’ loyalties shape coverage and the impact on Chinn’s career and electorate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Andingy
Argus
Fowler
Trea
Chinn
W.A
Justice Hodges
Hodges
Tee
Council Divided Over Saturday Shop Closures Affects Northam
In a Tuesday night session the Municipal Council debated closing shops on Saturday afternoons to accommodate farmers and surrounding districts. Dr Dunkley urged a formal motion while the Mayor and Dr Kennedy urged restraint, arguing the matter should be driven by business leaders and not the council. Several speakers warned the proposal could force job cuts and disrupt town trade, with public meetings and referenda cited as missteps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunkley
Northam
Tradka People
A.L.F
Interkars
Kennedy
Milner
Ben Medty
Tecan
Ome Bos
Pope
Democrat En Joma
Thors
Ewings
Castledine
Toodyay
Grass Valley
Castledine, Milner, Meeree
Dunklers
Unclear Weather Note Cites Harsh Heat For Saturday
Fragmentary report warns of extreme heat possibly exceeding 112 degrees for many hours. Mentions burdens of burial and fertilizer costs, reflecting dubious planning or satirical tone about enduring heat. No clear location or source identified.
Opinion In Albany Rites On Saturday Half Holiday
Albany correspondent reports on a shift to a Saturday half holiday for stores and shops. Public reception is favorable with workers praised for rest days, while retailers note logistics but see overall benefit. Local business leader Mr Robinson backs the change as positive, though seaport retailers face occasional losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orfar of Thins
Robinson
Albany
The Case for Wednesday Dear Sire
The writer reports farmer and storekeeper interviews favoring the present half holiday system. They warn Saturday closure would divert travel, reduce business, cost jobs, drive cash from town, depress rents, and complicate returns for distant residents seeking meat deliveries.
Appreciation of Councillor Pope at Northam Council
At the council meeting, Thursday, Dr Pope's resignation dated February 0 was read. The Mayor and fellow councillors expressed regret at his retirement after years of active, painstaking service. Cr Milne and Cr Ewing praised his business acumen, civic dedication, and honesty, moving and supporting a formal vote of regret for the former councillor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pope
Spown ‘Merk
Ve. Pope
Las
Northam
Mr. Bernard
Gr Milne
Tress
Cr. Ewinze
Cr. Pope
Cr Ewing
Esrriet
Australian leaders plan Fremantle visit and civic events
The report notes Mr Andrew Fisher and Federal Ministers will tour Northam York and Perth after a turn at Balgoorlid, with arrangements to entertain at Peakfast and a civic reception at 10 am. A Prime Ministerial visit to Northam on February 14 is confirmed with Fremantle authorities coordinating transport and a Western Australian civic program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Fisher
Baltourlig
Herth
Northun
York
Commonwealth
Northam
C. L. Bernard
Trime
Balgnork
Short
Yorkamede
Werth
Mr. Fisher
Mpeakfast
Northams
Cam
TE Hope
Fisher
Tors
Wird
Adelair
Invita
Civic Authorities
Fremantle
Conmponwestth Trine
Death at Cricket Ends York Cricketer's Sunday Match
Yeutge Elia a York resident employed at Mr Billyard's store died during a cricket match in Malevell while running between wickets. Witnesses and Dr Oliver concluded heart failure caused the collapse. The funeral was held in York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elia
York
Bilyards
Malevelling
Oliver
Malebelling
York Que
Electric Fours Round Advances Amid Strong Bowls Action
The article reports a lively round of the Electric Fours with crowd interest high as Abe Emith and others compete. Singles matches unfold with Millington and Metherson delivering scoring bursts while Morrell and Edmeades stage a late rally to edge a tight finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ore
Abe Emith Bir Econa
Eease Ake
Richardson
Potter
Grace
Foreman
Morrell
Broo
Edelweades
Withnell
Steen Hirgtom
Metherson
Sormer
Millington
Mel
God
Millinston Adahd
McPherson
Milington
Jim Morrell
Puhmeades
Edmeades
Fourteymby
Matthews
Sinclair
Wells
Watts
Hoc
Wichivl
Aral Pamendes
Tresise
Maret
Hodges
Meeres
R. Millington
Lent
Mel’herson
Edmeades Morell
Printing and printing services at Oneonta Courier office
A fragmentary notice advertises printing services at the Oneonta Courier office and mentions visiting cards ball programmes and a range of offers. It also notes property blocks for sale in Edmontes Northam with prices cited between £15 and £7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courier
James
Edmontes
Northam
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Himself
MR. Hodges
Mr. Fowler
Vastrament
Thre Worck Uglx
Abe Wade
Mr. Ching
Creduloes Ragery
O'Malley
Atroa
John
Me. Chinn
Salgoorlion
Western Australia
Joaof
B.A
CTY
Mba
Ux T
Herjer Robinson
Wager
Emphasia J
Irland
Council
Australia
Have
S. Potter & Co
Wros . LZ
Lot Wonire
Childen
Van
Kemannia
Throssell, Son & Stewart
Messrs
A. A. Smith & Haining Auctioneres
Teg
Parmere
Tey
Securr
R. Purser
W. Prybury
Drini
Motor Car For Hire
Watts’ Fruit Shop
Fey
Ajjacny
Mechanics’ Institute
Cas
Nortsam
Uisiruts
William Sandover & Co
C.ml Lukin Mid Co
Thme
NortBan
Carter
McCorwick OK
Mskay
Carter & Barr Ney
WM. Sandover & CO
HL V. McKay
Jat
Henry Wills & CO
M, Banes
Viease
Henry Wills Aml
Stewart Dawson and CO
Hay-St
Perth
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