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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 26, 1923
Page
2
Tenders are invited until May 2 1723 for construction to various building sites in the Town Hall seat and for painting the Town Hall. Submissions must be received by the stated deadline with proper specifications and credentials.
The Minister for Works invites tenders accompanied by a miredule of quantities and the prescribed deposit. Tenders marked Tender and enclosed in an envelope should be received by noon on May 6, with details to be sent to Partculare P.W.U at Alice, Albany.
A Scot Church Hall concert Tuesday evening raised funds for the piano. The crowded hall had Her. A Crow presiding and a girl’s club dialogue providing amusement. After the program, thanks were given to outside supporters, and supper followed served by the choir.
The Albany page reports a fatal inquest planned after a horse accident involving Mrs Gilchrint near Ratanning, plus a heavy rainfall sweep across the district with town readings and impact on crops. It also promotes entertainment and civic events including a Fox film at the Empire, a Mystic Babylon lecture by R A Kinninmonth, a charity euchre night, a relaxed teachers and citizens meeting rescheduled to Monday, and a clearance sale at Messrs Drew Boninson Co.
Personal notes state Mrs. T. Q. Gaze is presently visiting at Allany as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. H. McCormack of Southwtrnet. Constable Stephens departed on Tuesday by the steamer Eadé to Ravensthorpe to relieve the officer in charge there.
Albany marks the eighth anniversary of the Gallipoli landings with a combined memorial service in the Town Hall. The morning featured a Soldiers Memorial tribute with floral tributes at the monument, a procession led by Lieutenant A. P. Ford, and a Last Post. A Roman Catholic memorial Mass was held by Rev. Father Gilray at the church.
The Albany Town Hall service brought together ministers, officials, and veterans for a commemorative ceremony. Rev. A. J. Morrell led prayers, Rev. H. T. Wightwick spoke on duty and unity, and Salvation Army Band provided music as attendees reflected on sacrifice, national ideals, and religious foundations.
Fragmented passage reflecting on how war shaped individuality and national identity, comparing Australia Greece the United States and the Jews. Mentions sacrifices and religious faith as guiding principles evoked by wartime pressures.
The headmaster led a ceremony at Albany District High School to commemorate Anzac Day on April 25. Students visited by a school choir, the Returned Soldiers League president, and parents as three war posters were unveiled outlining Gallipoli, Anzac Cove, and Allenby in Jerusalem, with speakers stressing courage, sacrifice, and living upright lives for the Empire.
At Albany Municipal Council meeting Dr Lambert pressed for broader power to support local industry and woollen mills. Debate covered cost of electricity, per unit production, and potential rate reductions for the knitting factory while acknowledging overdraft and current finances. The motion to cut power rates was withdrawn though support for lower charges to aid secondary industries persisted.
The first party of parliamentary representatives invited by the Premier arrived in Wowmerk and was welcomed by the Roads Board. They toured group settlements, farms, and coastal areas, visited Frankland and Nora Malup regions, and met local officials and residents while inspecting development prospects and irrigation projects.
An item notes a government action amid rising robberies in Dublin with the granting of a permit to arm carriers. The piece links increased armed activity to highway robberies and rising crime trends in the area.
Signor Mussolini declared a dramatic move by which he announced the resignations of certain ministers. The action ends any negotiations for collaboration between the Roman Catholic and Protestant parties, signaling a potential shift in political alignment.
Simla April 26 The Government of India tendered thanks to Mr Starr for aiding Miss Ellis Mrs Starr humbly says the thanks are undeserved. She testifies to the splendid work done by officers and others under Sir John Maffex Chief Commissioner’s orders.
The gathering bid farewell to departing visitors with a toast by Dr. Mona Richards. Speakers praised Denmark's potential for agricultural leadership, health and holiday appeal, and natural advantages while urging residents and officials to promote the district and share its discoveries with others.
Patrons at Adelaide enjoy Over the Hill while Empire Theatre gears for Silver Wings. Melbourne engagement set for May 1 with Albany direct cargo expected a week after, pending inducement offers.
Connie Williams, 24, allegedly used a bunch of keys to open her cell at Fremantle gaol and escape from the Fremantle prison. She reportedly climbed walls past a locked door before vanishing, with police in pursuit after the alarm was raised. Williams had a prior sentence of one year and five months. She reportedly was last seen near the Australia Hotel after being supplied with water.
Adelaide reports on J M Hickson leading a healing mission across Australia. At Armidale he cites cures including a partially blind person greatly improved and others claiming restored eyesight.
A Melbourne resident reports a burglar in her St Kilda Road home after being awakened by noises yesterday morning. The intruder, wearing rubber shoes and a mask, threatened to shoot as he approached Mrs Walters and fled when her husband raised the alarm.
Sydney report states that the Lawn Tennis union expects Australia to be represented in the Davis Cup contest after a provident statement.
Wellington reports flood waters in Dunedin are rapidly subsiding though parts of the city remain inundated.
Fiji reports the arrival of the high conminiende yacht Ranadi from Auckland after encountering heavy seas and a cyclone. The Empire prepares for Fox's new vehicle Silver Wings to arrive on Thursday, touted as bigger and better than Over the Hill.
A letter to the editor praises Premier Barker for guiding Denmark’s development and urges support for MPs and reform. It notes long-standing parliamentary ignorance and predicts Denmark’s growth as it nears a new era. The notice also mentions audience screening for a film titled Silver at a Sydney venue this Thursday.
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