Adjective Tales of Printing and Public Mirth
A reflective essay recalls Adelaide’s The Register as a standard for typography while noting progress in modern newspaper production. The writer parries a crematorium anecdote, praises gas meters for truthful testing, and defends the value of accurate statistics and record keeping.
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Adelaide
Register
Melbourne
Argus
Age
Sydney
Morning Herald
Hooker
the Register
Oi New Apaper
Australia
Tudor
Lord Palmerston
Monkeys at the Sydney Zoo Move Prompt Public Interest
The public exhibition of removing the monkeys from one residence to another drew delight and mock commentary. The piece also critiques railway management, politics, and past Australian proposals to secure neutral positions in international affairs, while recounting local election anecdotes and recent railway prosecutions for ticket irregularities.
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Sydney “‘Zoo
R. Davies
Railway Department
Newtown
Catherine Price
Bellevue Parade
Hurstville
Sydney
Bathing facilities feud delays cottage plan approval
A Rockdale dispute between Town Clerk and a builder over a combined bathroom laundry caused delays and council debates. The builder argued for modern convenience while the clerk cited regulations as the plan lacked proper provision. After discussion a revised plan was adopted with mayor urging council officers to assist ratepayers.
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Rockdale
Geelng
McMillan
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