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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 29, 1920
Page
2
An Apailith named Jamnson is reported at Narr Anterson's Private Hospital with visitors noted as Mr and Mrs Johnson of Hireet. The fragmentary notice mentions a private medical setting and early details of hospitality.
Local shop Miles Tipping and Merrifield announce Big Ranges in ONKAPARINGA wool blankets rugs and men’s suits. Waterproof duck coats priced from 59/6. English linoleums floor coverings and damask fabric offered. Boy’s wool jerseys knitted specially for the store with warehousing savings highlighted.
Fragmented notes describe advertising inquiries at an Albany address, a court verdict returning fowls, an Albany branch RAL appeal ending tomorrow, a ball attracting attendees, a H S L girl competition vote rush, and a newly formed hockey club decision to name "An Avant" with Miss McIntosh as secretary and captains named.
Retiring premier AL Greig announces he will again seek the South-Kaat Province seat in the Legislative Council as the Country Party candidate and urges electors to back him. He will address a meeting at Albany on Friday week from the Rotunda.
Mr W J Day returned from an official visit to attend a civic reception at Town Hall and speak at Presbyterian Church. Mrs and Mim Dickson recover from illness, and Mr H Day wed Mim D Currerger with a small ceremony. Miss K Nickell and Harold Dowsett wed quietly at the bride’s residence, the couple proceeding to the Caves for their honeymoon.
The Moderator-General, Right Rev. John Walker, arriving in Albany, was welcomed with a civil reception by Mayor W. J. Day at the Connell Chamber. Attendees included local clergy, councilors, and business leaders. Walker noted the patriotism of Western Australia and urged immigration to boost population, praising cross-church goodwill and unity efforts.
The 20 season under Australian rules starts Saturday afternoon in Albany. North and East clubs prepare as officials and players finalize training, with Burling as central umpire. Proposals include bright guernseys, official fixtures, and a ground-traverse program to boost revenue and spectator pickup. West and North clubs report lineup changes and notable absentees.
Albany town councillors met Tuesday evening and presented to the Minister for Works that the wooden pipes were in an unsatisfactory state and could not withstand high pressure. The Minister promised an investigation and report. The Mayor also raised shipping revenue shortfalls affecting payments to the Government, and the Minister said the government would give the council a fair deal.
Public in Mount Barker invited to a dance in the hall on Monday night as part of Ansa Day festivities. A Plantagenet and Board meeting planned an early public session to discuss FLBSH, the Prince’s Mt Barker journey, Kandenop Estate purchase concerns, the soldiers memorial building, and a potential distinct name for the Mr. Barker district. Weather forecast predicts squally conditions with strong westerlies and occasional rain.
Albany football officials convened St John Ambulance volunteers led by B Boddie to provide first aid at matches each Saturday. Four men will attend games, with police and officials ready to assist in emergencies. Spectators are urged not to crowd victims to avoid hindering ambulance crews.
Representatives of the above clubs meet Saturday to open the test round of the association. New players join both sides with a punctual 3 pm start and 2:45 pm ground gathering for a prompt start. Umpire Stirling and boundary man L Tanner named. captains Pitapuetrick and Low lead North. Emergencies include Howell Bevin and Mavens.
The April 28 London report says the San Reus conference concluded with important results on Allied separations. Lloyd George returned to London and defended military options while enforcing the Treaty of Berey and noted Germany should restore order. He urged Anglo French unity amid possible difficulties.
London reports Churchill answered a Commons question on the Fewer Treaty obligations noting troops on the Rhine and in adjacent areas. A commission probes the statement’s security while Feld operations near Tah Valley are under review. Allies say they will not permit continued violations and seek clarification from German authorities.
The event begins at 1900 hours with the Neeth and Kost leading the First Rates in a bid to kick off play. The schedule aims to restore parity for players previously barred, enabling broader participation this year. Teams list includes POH Iena, H. Tarris, Jumson, Matehins, Nichoux, Mercer, Shentielil, Yourtermaine, and more, along with emergenc ies like Ketel and Nickerson.
About twenty thousand people gathered in protest about hunger strike conditions at Wormwood Scrubs prison on Monday. 174 of 1700 Intermed prisoners refused food while fear of murder hindered evidence. The House of Commons debated Home Rule policies and safety, with talk of actions to protect law-abiding citizens and property. The suggestion that the Viceroy Lord French resign had no foundation.
The Albany Fretball Annexation delegates convened Wednesday evening with Mr Wo McEran and others. They confirmed minutes, noted town council actions on Parish Street Ground, and agreed to manual cays for the British Association. Eighteen premiership games will be played, with the minor and major systems deciding the season. The end of round three marks the minur premiership winner with right to challenge. Opening day planned for Saturday with town council help to clear rough janches for safety and footing. The premiership expo of 1919 was presented to West Ward Club by the chairman.
The Association Cup opens Saturday with no matches yet played. Wanderers United Albion Rangers Ulster and grooms referees Mr Davies and Mr Gould. First round fixtures set for May 1 6 18 at Perth road and Ulster road grounds. Saturday teams include Wanderers with Walker Robin Weight and others.
A large Methodist gathering at Albert Hall greeted Rev Milton H Maley, a returned WWI chaplain, as new pastor. Speakers praised his service in Egypt Palestine and on the Western Front, pledging support from congregants, women’s society, and youth group, with thanks for decorations and warm reception.
Wellington April 2. The railway workers in the North Island have halted operations and show firm resolve not to resume until wage and condition demands are met. They seek government action and a Royal Commission endorsement. It is believed the protesters aim to leverage Prime Ministerial support during his visit. Industrial unrest flares across Auckland as calm returns temporarily.
Reported message from Rotorua notes heavy rain and rail strike halted the prince of Wales tour activities today. The afternoon proceeding was suspended due to the weather and transportation disruption.
The Premier of the Dominion Mr Massey, at Rotorua with his secretary, left this morning by motor cart for Napier, a 200 mile journey. The route crosses a difficult mountain range and may be harsh. His aim is to personally appeal to the four men who have impeded the strike to renew New Zealand's capital city cohesion.
At a Cabinet meeting tonight it was announced that the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants in the North Island has called a strike. Over 5000 men are involved in this latest action.
The Federated Seamen's Union resolves to appoint Mr C Burke as the representative of the NSW branch at the Genoa conference. The New South Wales branch will take no part in this conference.
A Federated Seamen's War statement urges members to go slow if ship owners do not provide benefits matching international standards. The policy implies crews may ease into work, delaying port departures to press for better working conditions.
At a special meeting of the Coal and Shula Employ ees' Federation in Sydney yesterday the decision was made to again reject the employers offer for a settlement of the Broken Hill strike.
The Revs Crow and Evans and the congregations welcomed Mr Maley as heir minister in a cordial gathering. Mr Maley expressed gratitude for the warm reception and spoke of his evangelic gospel focusing on Jesus Christ of the Cross. He credited Rev Evans’ ministry for much of his labors and thanked attendees as refreshments followed the entertainment by Miss Mabel Thomas, Monsra A. E. Young, Mr Gibbons, and others.
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