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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 24, 1922
Page
2
The advertisement lists various fabrics and textiles with prices per yard or skein, including White Flannel, Navy Serge, indigo prints, and twill. It notes shop items like Teazle Wool, Phelland Wool, and Lady Hetty Wool, with details on colors, ply, and small packet sizes.
A voluntary parade will form at 10 30 am from the Petthee to the Fallen Soldiers Memorial and Town Hall. The War Souvenirs Exhibition opens at Anna Day with ranges from Turkish prison beadwork to parts of planes. A separate note discusses eggs, road works, and a cooperative store movement in Albany.
Albany residents are asked to observe a solemn Anzac Day program on Tuesday. The day features a parade led by the town band and returning soldiers, a town hall service with the Albany V P B Band, and the presentation of Victory Medals to veterans. Officers and patriotic groups are invited to participate, with a senior cadet parade at 10 75 pm and a combined church service to follow at the Town Hall.
In a public speech in Albany, Cle Labret argues against centralisation, supports state trading and rail linked ports, and urges policy to aid land settlement, whaling legacy, and iron ore use while critiquing primary producers and advocating for local progress and representative focus. He references Mr. Wansbrough, Mr. Millington, and local political dynamics.
A new bubonic plague case is reported in Sydney with the patient moved to Coast Hospital. Authorities impose quarantine measures and public health actions as the case prompts scrutiny of city safety and response.
An unstable report describes the Prime Minister visiting the Swan district with brief remarks on policy and the upcoming return. Local officials and observers expect statements on regional issues and national priorities during the stop in the area.
A garbled Melbourne report states that Lughes drew to Perth and a large crowd demonstrated relief amid disputed wire communications. Officials alleged tampering while Berth faced questions over distribution of the report.
A disrupted Esperance railway works halt threatens settlement plans in Kalgoorlie district. Reports say the official stoppage is sanctioned, with rumors of further disruption affecting the Exertivace railway and regional developments.
The report notes a 20 percent drop in overall living costs from the base figure, with food and groceries decreasing but housing costs rising by several percent. The language indicates a broad decline in average costs amid mixed sector shifts.
Fragmentary notes describe continued attempts on the life of Michael Cullis, premier of the Inn Free State, with speculation of political motives and threats involving De Virlera. The garbled text hints at a tense security climate around the premier and possible investigations.
In Los Don April 201, a memorial service was held at the Chorehoof St. CBenvents Wie for Sir Bewt Sroith. A distinguished congregation attended, including Lab a Vielen and Poedelond ny, among others.
Feared walkout by engineers disrupts operations as union calls for bigger pay and longer benefits. Industry sources report nationwide impact and potential project delays amid unresolved negotiations.
Shipyard workers face extended stoppage as talks with the Shipowners' Federation fail to renew negotiations. The work stoppage delays shipments bound for overseas, intensifying labor tensions and trade tensions during this period.
Report from New York on April 2 describes the fourth week of a nationwide coal strike impacting about 68 000 workers. The action spreads to multiple industries as support and disruption grow.
Report from Genoa notes the Vatican resumes relations with Russia and signs a treaty to extend Jesuit and Franciscan influence. Observers see the move as an initial step to bring the Russian Orthodox Church under the Roman Catholic framework.
Proceeds from the Women's Institute of Albury fund drive supported a bazaar held at St Colm's Hall on Friday. The event featured varied stalls, a large chrysanthemum display, and refreshments. local committee members and volunteers organized games, crafts, and sales to aid the institute. A Melbourne University note reports 248 rates tested with no signs of bubonic plague.
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