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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 18, 1921
Page
4
The Albany meeting heard speakers outline the Smaller States movement aimed at decentralising Australian governance. Speakers argued for statehood-style development, population growth, and regional industry, calling for a federal constitutional amendment and regional committees to push the plan forward.
The Albany committee met with apologies from members including Mr Miles and Mr Murwill. Dr Earletage discussed attendance, future visit plans, and a possible itinerary while Dr Page’s arrival and duration were awaited. Delegates were named for Armidale Conference and questions were reviewed for circulation and reconsideration at the next meeting.
A Melbourne article discusses extending local government by subdividing larger states to strengthen self government across the Commonwealth. A Perth resident voices discontent with northern and southern disparities and argues for division to improve local needs and ensure fair benefits.
The article notes footwear exports for the ninth month of last year totalled 77 061 dozen boots and shoes valued at £730 206, contrasting with 30 000 dozen in September 1918 and 154 885 dozen in September 1919. Overseas buyers are overloading orders, while manufacturers face falling prices and tight bank credit. In Northampton inquiries reach about 2,000,000 pairs, but few orders arrive as traders expect prices to drop. A Christmas revival is anticipated, with factories resuming full activity in spring.
The Sydney Labour Conference exposes deep rifts as Lambert supporters gain control of the ALP executive. Critics warn the ALP may fracture before next general elections. The Waterside Workers Federation slip criticizes the conference as biased and chaotic.
A heated conference discusses Labour split and executive power in the Australian Labor Party. Critics warn of Bolshevik influence and forced labor while defending elected representation and democratic freedoms. Lord Bryce cites Australia as a new democracy on a dangerous path toward unlimited rule.
Delegates met on Thursday to arrange for the forthcoming season. President Mr diux led as members and Miss Bruce reviewed minutes. Teams named include A.LILC, High School, Melville L.H.C., En Avant ELC, and Checkers with color schemes and registration rules for players. A April 30 schedule at Infants' School grounds outlined first-round matches and umpire selections. A subsequent meeting on April 24 may expand the A.LILC roster.
Friesians are found in more countries and territories and likely produce more milk than all other dairy breeds combined. Established in Australia for years, they recently gained prominence worldwide. They yield 6000 to 7000 pounds in ten months, increasing to 8000 to 10100 by five years, with solids not fat 3 to 4 percent and 6 to 10 percent solids.
The passage reflects on the value of the human body in physical terms. It notes the body is largely water and chemicals, with small amounts of albapinoids and snowth salt, enough grease for seven bars of soap, and iron suitable for a paper weight, ending with a playful nod to self reference.
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