Critique of praise for Sir John Forrest and Fisher on railway work
A critical view argues that praise for Sir John Forrest and supporters of the Trans Australian railway understates the Fisher Labor government’s decisive role in initiating the project. The piece contends governments and opposition skewed the record, noting Forrest’s prior ministries and persistent opposition from his party, while commending Fisher’s broader defense scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Forrest
Commonwealth
West Australia
Sir John
Andrew Fisher
Commontveattt
Tah Forrest
Femo
Fisher
Trans-Australian Railway
Wheat Prices and War Sacrifice Stir News
Wheat HV the United Sues stands at 222 cents per bushel for the current crop while New Zealand pays 3 10 a bushel for the next crop. News also reports the death of Harry Chi, a Tory ally, who sacrificed for his country. he left a wife and two children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United
New Zealand
Harry Chi
Iris
Kare
Torylyay
Norihainy
Isis
Entaiderable
Nikeny
Rural Workers’ Union
York
Toi
Interst
Avon Butter and Bacon Co Operative Shareholders Meeting
Members who have applied to become shareholders will be held at the Mechanics Institute Northam on Saturday the 24th at 3 pm. The notice is issued by Avon Butter and Bacon Co Operative Company Limited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avon Butter and Bacon Co-Operative Company, Limited
Reed
Mechanics Institut
Northam
Wartime Profits Returns Demand From Perth Businesses
Returns due by 15 December 1917 apply to firms with net profits over £1000 in the year to 30 June 1916. Exemptions include professionals with limited capital, agriculture, public bodies and charities. Forms available at Post Offices and King Street office. penalties up to £100 and 10 per cent for late payments. Deputy Federal Commissioner guidance and a taxpayer handbook are issued. first copies released, price 5s 6d.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isinesses
Federal Taxation Office
King St. Perth
King Street Perth
Wellnesdey
Death of Mrs Bresnahan at Irishtown aged and long resident
Mrs Bridget Bresnahan died Sunday evening at Irishtown after 62 years in the state. She arrived with husband Denis Bresnahan on the Berkshire and they built a home in Irishtown. Survived by one son six daughters and about 44 grandchildren. large funeral from Burkes Siding to Ste Josephs Church Northam with Rev Father O Vonnell officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irishtown
Bridget Brecnatin
Indy
Berkshire
Denis Bresnahan
Mesdames Brookes
Jas White
M. Pilkington
P. Clarken
We White
Miss Bresnahan
Messrs
R. Rourke
J, Watson
P, Casiel
P. Lawler
JM. Carroll
J. French
Prost
P. White
R. HT. Leeson
Fair at Palace Theatre features poultry vegetables and more
Tomorrow at The Palace Theatre a charity fair opens with poultry vegetables produce baked goods and sweets for Joseph's School Fund. A strong ladies committee backs the event with an afternoon of tea refreshments and a major Art Union draw in the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph's School Fund
Cne
Imander
Vickets Soll
Fragmentary local note from Morthasm Masket listing names
A damaged OCR fragment mentions Morthasm Masket and lists individuals Bley Shenton and an unnamed participant, with unclear context or action. The text reads as a brief local item lacking dates or specifics.
Methodist Church Anniversary Events and Lecture Plan
The church marks its anniversary with Sunday services led by Adjutant Eve morning and President Rev W Corley Butler for the 5pm afternoon service. Solo and choir pieces precede an evening pulpit appearance. Tuesday features a public tea at six thirty and an eight o'clock illustrated lecture on Japan. Sympathy is extended to Mrs Bleakley on the loss of her son Private J T Bleakley, missing then killed in action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Corley Butler
Martin
Chinner
Lord God of Heaven
Miss Do
Sand
Anglican News Social at Parish Hall and Upcoming Fete
On Wednesday afternoon the Motheas Unicin group met for their monthly service with good turnout from St John's. The Rector spoke on Impressions and a jovial parish hall afternoon followed with songs and remarks by Mr Mason. A Wednesday evening chair social in the Parish Hall featured a program enjoyed by all. Proceeds from the continental fete on December 7 will fund church funds with a first class concert and Northam participants. Seabrook event on December 5 will also aid church funds with admission by gift and promises to be the best yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St John’s
Mason
Seabrook
Northam
Willess
Seabroul
Nominations Complete for Nosthane Municipal Seats
Nominations received last Wednesday for Mayor and Councillors across wards of Nosthane Municipality and for auditor. A W Byfield re elected unopposed as mayor, with Drs Dunkley and Edmondson named for East and West Wards. Central Ward election set for next Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayr
Nosthane
A.W. Byfield
Anil
Northants town lauds Hoan Shield winners at encampment
The Northant Town Lal presented the Hoan Shield to the Now tham troop of the sth Light Horse after the annual September encampment. Mayor A W Byfeld and Lieut Oldham led the ceremony while Miss Ky Cody provided music and a supper was served. Twelve troops competed annually, with 35 men from the Northland troop going to war in Nippon, honoring late Lt T G Heller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northant
Lal
Nowtham
Sth Light Horse
Ky Cody
Oldham
Lint
T. G. Heller
Nipoli
Maser
Northam NORPEX mayor and ward candidates listed
The notice shows ALPRAD WILLIAM BYFIELD unopposed for Mayor. West Ward candidate MARSHALL BO BIMONDSON unopposed, Central Ward RSS RIDGE MOTUS FREDERICK HENRY EASTMAN unopposed, East Ward pHO WAS SON KEY unopposed for Councillor. George H W Withers and Charles Hartley Williams run for Auditor. One Councillor for Central Ward and one Auditor to be chosen. Voting takes place at the town inn on the specified day from 9am to 7pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RSS Ridge
Pho
Key Teil
George H.W Withers Charles Hartley Williams
Central Wan
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Dale’s Bon Marche & Beehive Stores
Palm Beach
B. Bresnahan
Palace Theatre
Morthasm Masket
Tianadlay
Shenton
Methodist Church News
Anglican News
ST. James’, West Northam
BOAN
Norpex
Andidates
Panna
Jor
Alprad William Byfield
Marshall BO Bimondson
Klested
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