Defence of Australia urged for aerial coastal defence
A letter argues Australia’s coastline is unprotected and urges a strong aerial fleet to guard seaports without crippling naval costs. It cites British and French aviation funding, mentions Hawker as an exemplar, and announces O.T. Limited’s offer to donate 100 to start a defending force with potential public backing and a possible meeting to decide steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Australian
France
Percy Scott
Europe
Germany
Defence Department
H. Hawker
O.T) Limited
Commonwealth
Dixon
Lipton and Pears Among World’s Most Advertised Brands
Sir Thomas Lipton, speaking in London, says Lipton’s teas and Pears’ soaps are two of the world’s most advertised and successful products. He argues persistent advertising is essential, noting firms that fail to advertise lose trade and stock values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Lipton
London
Lipton
Thomas
Nortiammer
Wrinkle Cure Promised at Tim Harnett’s Saloon
A quirky vintage notice offers an “electric fire massage” course at Tim Harnett’s hauntress saloon promising wrinkle relief for renvile faces. The oddly phrased ad hints at beauty treatment trends of the era.
Farmers' Fleeces Lessons From NSW Expert At Forest Creek
NSW Agricultural Dept wool expert J S Major visited Forest Creek teaching best practices for preparing Toremers wool for market. He advised separating different lots in a bale with newspaper, skirting breech and shoulder wool, and sorting by length and condition to improve value. He emphasized skilled sorting before wool leaves the shed and warned against mixing lots in a single bale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. S. Major
New South Wales Agricultural Department
Forest Creek
Western markets report for Beel-Prime beef and West Kimberley cattle
Market notes show Beel-Prime beef averaging 51d per lb with firm start and dearer finishes. West Kimberley cattle from Minderoo and Ceduna seen in large yarding with high demand from city and country butchers. Sydney and Fremantle areas record strong sales. North Fremantle yarding notes 3437 sheep and lambs and 150 pigs with firm close. Prime heavy crossbreds and merino flocks command top prices. pigs strong, overall sale totals 2217 sheep, 120 pigs, 1 horse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copley's
Seattle
Minderoo
Ceduna
West Kimberley
North Fremantle
Difficult to Quote on Furniture Without Personal Examination
The piece notes the challenge buyers face when furniture cannot be inspected in person and they must rely on descriptions and assurances. It discusses seller responsibilities and buyer caution in evaluating quality and suitability from afar.
Grand National Hurdles Weights For July 4 Race
The announced weights for the Grand National Hurdles and Steeplechase list many entries. Lords Walls St Medoe and Wingarora head a field including Diabolo Bonnie George Jack Loudon and Con the Shaughraun. Final weights shown for numerous horses reflect the exciting handicap ahead of the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Walls St. Medoe
Wingarora
Hallmark
Diabolo
Bonnie George
Jack Loudon
King's Ransom
Shaughraun
Delease
Wisconsin
Vandilla King
Lempriere
Blind Harty
Capintesta
Taurus
Beccassine
Tardy
Toon
Rienalt
Bill Brandon Lady Pistol
Waubra
Ralmarta Yy
Bandara
Rattleshin
Sederick
Whiteleet
Raickrara
Valworra 10 at Wadden 19 and Miscellaneous Names
A fragmentary sports style line lists Valworra 10 at Wadden 19, Bettewynd, The Miser 109, Anacreon 7, Rosevale 7, Pladde 5, Rogue's Aldred 3, Kelvin, Susie Sir, LOY, Whakarewarewa, Kulurna, Epburon, Alter Boy Statistician, Barfleur, Sharebroker Terga.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valworra
Wadden
Bettewynd Wey the Miser
Anacreon
Rosevale
Pladde
Rogue's Aldred
Kelvin Sesee
Compulsory Training Debate for Australian Girls
Editor questions if Australian girls should receive compulsory training for defence. Notable voices in Everylady's Journal favor opposing military drills but support a compulsory domestic science course to prepare girls for wartime duties. The discussion highlights social roles and practical wartime needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everylady
Australia
Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Featured in Testimony
Mrs. Margaret Anderson of Avon Township York testifies that Doan's Backache Kidney Pills cured her backache after weeks of weakness and constant pain. She credits the treatment with lasting relief for two years and notes her son also benefited. The ad urges readers to heed kidney warning signals and obtain the remedy from Foster McCrellan Co. at 919 Murray Street Berth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Margaret Anderson
Avon Twrrect
York
Saya
Dean
Hess
Toan
Foster McCrellan Co
Murrayjtirert
Doan
Dalgety Weekly Report on Wool and Skin Market
Dalgety and Co Ltd report a weekly sale at Wool and Produce Exchange Freemantle on Friday June 16. Sheepskins in good demand at steady rates hides firm, tallow firm. Lady Cresswell mother of six outlines domestic science training for daughters and sons’ careers. features include Percy Grainger interview and domestic science discussions in Everylady's Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Dalgety and Co. Ltd
Wool and Produce Exchange
Dalgety
Freemantle
Cresswell
William Creswell
Snot
Everylady's
Percy Grainger
England
Chas. Warrett
Miss Card
Ste
Averviady
Treating Smut in Wheat with Soaking and Steeping
A historic note outlines steps to combat wheat smut including thorough wetting of each grain, soaking sacks in a solution to destroy the smut, and removing unbroken smut balls to prevent reinfection. The guidance directs writing to the Wheat Belt Commissioner at the Department of Agriculture and Industries in Perth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture and Industries
Perth
Trail Time Table May 11 Train Runs From Northam To Perth and More
Passenger trains resume from Northam after May 11 with daily departures to Perth at 6 40 am 7 00 am 4 10 pm and 6 30 pm To Albany sleeper service Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9 25 pm Katanning and intermediates daily 10 45 am Kalgoorlie express 8 8 pm Merredin via EGR 10 50 am and 8 8 pm via Goomalling Dowerin Merredin via Goomalling Monday Wednesday Friday 1 15 am Goomalling daily except Saturday 11 5 am 6 5 pm For bronchial coughs Woods Great Peppermint Cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Albany
Katanning
Merredin
E.G.R
Dowerin
Public notice of Northam and District business intent
A public notice states that Northam and District will not relinquish their business and is prepared to execute orders on the shortest possible means. The statement signals readiness for immediate action if required by authorities or stakeholders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northam
District
Northam Eisteddfod Sep Schedule Highlights Voice Choirs and Voices
The Northam Eisteddfod schedule on October 20 features A J Leckie as adjudicator for church chair duties and a range of choral and instrumental events. Prizes include £15 15s for the Alpha Choir and various solo and ensemble categories, with ages from under 16 to open classes and a broad roster of vocal, piano, violin, and speech competitions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northam
Iiseddfod
Tiewei
A. J. Leckie
Mus. Bac. F.rs.c
ARCAL
Tam Alpha
Stainer
Invenile
Lane
Zeb 'Dalindila
Roni
Grieg
Moszkawaki
Merkel
Allegretto Gracioso
Kublan
Henry
Cowen
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Defence of
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Elder, Shenton and Co
Sade ‘Mottom
J. J. Golding & CO
Fitzgerald Street
Boan Bros
BOANS
Universal
Wellington & Murray Streets
V.R.C. Grand
Matiosals
She Weights
Itun
Grand National
Streple
Vanenird No
Veah Kldhma
United Kingdowt
Clontiaft Ss
Pawnvaster Minato Oo
VNR
Cuncap ‘ A
Ty “U
Hobart
A. J. Castledine
Kalgoorlie
Toodyay
Bolgart
Wongan Hills
Woods
Lion’ Brand
Lion Boot Factory
Subiaco
State
Lion” Brand
WW. Dutton
Northam Eisteddfod
Cooke
Diad Tiga
May
Hunt
Bree
Aylward
Lohr
Inl
Stone
Dewke
Hedgcock
CotDy
The
Pinsuit
ST Latesina
Foster
Banks of
Allan Water
Commonwealth SG Bank of Australia
Fae Mink
ST. Deqroe
Hocknepten
Ing
Sehenge Owiam
Stary Suriptiee
Unemsod
Ssfadee Sammie Cpl
George Wills & Co
Murray Street
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