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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1930
Page
4
A sketch presents a roundish forty something man named Smith known for a cautious, family tied nature. He fears upsetting his wife, confesses lack of independence, and as he speaks of change the narrator notes the tension between authority at home and personal freedom.
A wife determines her husband’s wardrobe in a domestic scene about choosing an overcoat. Judith selects brown tweed or blue worsted cloth and crafts a blue overcoat with a high collar, asserting feminine authority. The narrator reflects on their dynamic and imagines confronting old Smith.
A dense listing describes a week of ABC radio programming from morning chimes through late night, with features including weather forecasts, organ recitals, women’s sessions, market reports, and sports coverage. Notable items include second test cricket at Perth, Goodwood results, and various packaged performances and talks across multiple days.
A fragmented weekly listing shows events for June and July including music acts Stock Duo and Panatrope talks. Highlights mention lectures on Bible symbols and seasonal broadcasts with cricket scores and Musgroves records.
The article discusses rain effects on gardening and timing for planting trees, shrubs, roses, perennials, and bulbs. It advises on transplanting ornamental trees, annuals, biennials, and perennial beds, plus spacing, soil preparation, and early spring bloom anticipation. It notes planting ends around late July for spring display and highlights lupines and ornamental bulbs as suitable choices.
A historical note describes planting fruit trees and grape varieties with emphasis on strawberry beds. It advises timing from August onward, soil types including sandy or loam, and soil preparation such as manure dressing. It names varieties like Joseph Paxton and Melby and suggests pruning damaged roots and securing well rooted plants for permanent positions.
The note gives brief instructions on dahlias. It mentions letting tubers finish growth and being careful when lifting from soil. It advises storing in sheltered corners until the season restarts and protecting them through winter.
The piece lauds May Johnson of Ayinye solo Krom y Inglamt 119 Australia and notes Australian women in aviation have begun to win recognition, while urging better treatment for working women and addressing unemployment concerns among the female workforce. It references Amy Johnson as inspiration and comments on societal attitudes in various capitals. It also raises calls to dismiss married women occupying political roles.
The passage describes a garb design with mentions of a wrap over style and sash details. It references a tailor's approach to structure with terms like wrap over, sash, and bodice shaping. The text markets aesthetic elements rather than clear events or individuals.
A brief item notes growing numbers denying hats in Perth and Auburte. Observers joke about hat absence aging hair and making hats appear stranger and more deliberate. The piece mocks public speakers who remove hats then resume them, highlighting social pressure around headwear.
A journal entry by a hopeful writer notes optimism despite disappointments. The author resolves to seek good in ordinary moments and to thank God for small positives while pursuing a life of gratitude and purposeful action.
A chaotic Sydney Melbourne program blends a young flyer story with race notes and a dated schedule of concerts and records. Names such as Norman Trenaman and Winifred Hamilton appear among performances and broadcasts listed for July days.
The article surveys current shop windows and fashion items, noting pastel colors, yellow hues, crepe marocain fabrics, and spotter foulards in navy or brown. It discusses decorative hats, yoke skirts, tweed Jersey, and the look of a teee-piece outfit, alongside attitudes toward attire and social notions.
The document describes seals around Western Australia including their "Little Kuskey" retreat near Meaty, feral turkey-like birds, and a chain of islands forming the archipelago. It notes seal behavior, feeding, and interactions with humans, mentions a historic prohibition on feasting on the islands, and observes the seals’ size, strength, and potential population growth over 30 years.
Parcel notices reference a division or transfer involving Stewie S YP, with partial identifiers for GP.O Perth and related properties. Readability is limited. core items indicate parcel actions or notifications pending official indexing.
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