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Newspaper
Harvey Chronicle
Location
Harvey, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1916
Page
1
The notice outlines revised delivery times for Perth and West Coolup mails. Perth will close daily at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Coolup Bunbury daily at 9.45 a.m. Marrinap and West Coolup have specific slots on listed days with early morning closings.
The piece argues publicity pays off for farmers and merchants alike, comparing ad space to poultry feed. It cites personal trial, noting early ads may seem wasteful but trigger inquiries and sales over time. It stresses starting advertising is hard but essential for reaching beyond local neighbors.
W Zimpel touts ventilated chests designed to keep eatables uncontaminated. He contrasts his method with poorly made units, claiming their design seals heat and prevents taint. The advert invites inspection of refrigerators at Hay Street and mentions clean quartz sand with waterproof mix for boot soles.
Postal rates outline charges for letters and cards within the Commonwealth and to the United Kingdom. It lists per ounce costs for newspapers, magazines, books, and commercial papers, with different rates for Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua, and the United Kingdom, plus conditions on printed matter and packaging.
The piece urges consistent advertising over sporadic efforts and stresses having a strong product to sell. It advises proving value to the public, avoiding capital waste on weak lines, and gradually expanding reach as demand grows.
The Alhambra, run under the Barmen's Union, presents a large, well ventilated bar area with two street entrances and a separate cheap dining section. It features polished mirrors, comfortable seating, and a 6d minimum charge in the de luxe area, with free munch daily from 12 to 6 and 6 to 10 pm.
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