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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 08, 1921
Page
2
Textile sale note lists knees g t heavy weight calico, white flannellette 27 inch width, available in 1/3 and 1/6 yard cuts with selvage line and field references. Entities include calico, flannellette, 27 in width, yardage fractions.
Albany dispatch notes ongoing oil exploration near Bremer Bay. E W Perkins reports seepages but no definite flow indication yet. Prospectors recall long history of reported oil indications. expert remarks about rock depth and hard strata implying slow progress, with government geologist inspections expected to define the oil basin.
Local interest grows in prospecting for minerals including phosphatic rock copper tin silver and gold at Bromer Bay. Officials emphasize proven resources will drive development while regulatory steps and potential federal involvement shape the future of the site and surrounding area.
The Albany local scene reports a forthcoming naval ball in support of the wing fund, a strong committee formed for the event, and notes on prize-winning displays at the Albany Day Poultry Show. Election vacancy in North ward prompts candidate G H Green and J W Peacock, polling at lower Town Hall from 9 am to 7 pm. A triple birthday celebration at Mr A Couper’s Albany butter factory residence attendees extend best wishes to Mrs Couper and daughters. Preparations for Fallen Soldiers Memorial unveiling include a guard of honor for at least 50 returned men. arrangements ensure viewing comfort for veterans and dependents.
A long page describes political meetings, entertainment plans, and club actions in Albany. It notes a referendum in the electoral district, a brigade gathering, charity and societal aims, and a theater program featuring the Black and White Repertory company with 12 local artists. Also covered are film screenings at the Empire Theatre, a travel film pending date, and a Davis Cup doubles match result between Anderson and Bodd versus Wousnam and Turnbull.
Death of Amend Colbin in Albany after a Perth telegram and a Sunday Albany Band tribute. He was 40, a railway worker since youth, popular with colleagues and family. Funeral plans uncertain, body expected to be moved to Fremantle or Albany.
The United Theatres and Wilma Ltd of Perth operates studios laboratories and offices open 18 hours daily to meet a rising production rush. It employs nearly 20 Western Australians and 700 students for screen fame with one feature set for monthly releases positioning Australia as a thriving film hub. An All Australia Weekly event at Hin Mu jen a s Theatre Perth highlights progress and upcoming programs.
Local shooting event at the club featured party participation and several contestants, with weather improving conditions. Notable performances included Jack Leason who scored well over long ranges amid the Saturday afternoon competition.
A meeting of the Soldiers' Memorial committee at the Town Hall agreed to unveil the monument on Sunday August 21. Governor Sir Francis Newdegate consented to attend Albany to perform the ceremony. The stonework is complete and 100 names will be inscribed. The Mayor will seek cooperation from returned soldiers, naval cadets, and Fire Brigade Band, with police guidance to limit admission to invited guests and relatives of the fallen.
In Brisbane on Monday Dr. Mannix commented on the planned oath of allegiance by the federal government. He doubted its legal enforceability and said he might swear loyalty to Australia and the King only if compelled. He questioned the titles of the monarch and would ponder the matter carefully while noting his loyalty to Australia.
In Sydney on Monday talks centered on the Labor contention for the West Sydney seat. Although a dozen men signaled intent to run, the race is expected to narrow to a contest between Mr. Fisher and Alderman Tambert, the current Lord Mayor of Sydney.
Ordinary Cortnightly gathering of Smaller States Jour committee was chaired by the Mayor Mr W J Day. Delegates announced from Albany Mt Barker Katanning. Dr Earle Page visit discussed with August 19 public meeting planned at Town Hall. Resignations and new committees noted amid weather update and rising district activity.
London reports indicate Ministers expect Sinn Fein to accept Lloyd George terms provisionally, though difficulty may come from machinery clauses for unifying Ireland. The issue centers on whether the Irish settlement can be implemented without delay despite unresolved details.
All members of the Finn Fein faction now in custody are to be released forthwith, except McKeown who was convicted of the murder of Inspector McGrath, and remains in custody following the verdict.
Johannesburg August report says miners accepted a reduced wage plan on a sliding scale. The resolution follows adoption of amended proposals from the Chamber of Mines regarding wage reductions.
A Copenhagen dispatch cites official sources saying cholera hits 24 Russian provinces with nearly 20,000 victims including 62,000 children. The report notes extensive distress across the region and ongoing official reporting from August.
The Australian XI started against Warwickshire on a Saturday in Birmingham. At adjournment the home side had lost six wickets for 0 with Charleywood SE the leading contributor. Detailed scores list Bates Quaife Holdsworth Partridge and others, with Warwickshire ending six wickets down as Armstrong and Smart claimed wickets.
The match between Australia and Lancashire was abandoned today after rain interrupted play. Australia were 190 and Lancashire 254 for 3 at the time of abandonment. Bardsley scored 124 and Andrews 61 not out in Australia's innings before rain halted further action.
A communication from Mr Th Z Wilson, supervisor of Country Local Committees of Repatriation, announces his appointment as country organizer for a state wide public appeal for the blind of Western Australia. About 170 people, from children to the elderly, await aid as the four month campaign launches at Perth Town Hall on Monday 11 August. The effort, under authority from Royal Victoria Institute for the Blind, aims to enlist community support and volunteer help, with Mr Wilson seeking cooperation from ladies and gentlemen willing to assist.
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