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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 14, 1920
Page
3
Patchy Pante laments how teachers and other public workers suffered under harsh bosses and society. He argues unions failed to secure wages and dignity since 1917, while civil servants, railway workers, and teachers face pressure to strike and demand better pay and conditions.
For sale a 1676 acre farm near Ballas close to Northam District. Well watered and highly improved land suitable for dairy farming and mixed farming. Apply to this office, farmer.
Government statistician Mr S Bemmett reports a notable population increase in the metropolitan region within ten miles of the GPO. As of December 31 last the area, covering Perth Fremantle Midland Junction and parts of Gosnells, plus excludes Kelmscott Armadale, reached 142,000 with 62,009 males and 80,000 females.
Walter Martin head of a Piccadilly cigar firm describes his Monte Carlo two month run. He claims breaking the bank thrice in one sitting and losing large sums, mostly at roulette, while noting crowded tables and a high share of women players. He says his luck paid for travel and companions and remarks on experiences among British, French, and famous players.
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