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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1924
Page
2
The Port of Hopewon announces a poll day on Wednesday August Athday to connect with the referendum. Voters must appear at the Lawes Tow Hall for the poll. The notice details the official time and location for the voting event.
Fragmented text discusses Western States and New South Wales in a political context. Key figures and places are garbled, but references to Garbek, Parliament, and possible government actions hint at a constitutional debate. The source is too damaged to extract a coherent events narrative or definite outcomes.
William Cullinane appeared before Mr. Ale Burt on a charge of living off the proceeds of crime and was remanded after the hearing of evidence. A separate accident injured the Webb family son on Muldiston Road with severe finger loss, now progressing well. The Fremantle to Newcastle party returned to port after a roadside incident involving the officer, while discussion continued on the Newdegate Albany railway route and a Freemason’s dinner for Hon J Scaddas noting his public service.
The Mbany town acts set referendum for August 20 on a loan and street current wires while the Empire Theatre prepares extensive alterations. Mayor appoints deputy return officer as notices advertise polling venues and hours. The Empire program features The Dancing Cheat with Universal Pictures, plus a Western, a comedy, and international news.
The notice explains a simple home remedy to treat coughs and sore throats by mixing a provided powder with water. It claims a family supply can be made quickly and cheaply, contrasting it with buying commercial cough medicines that may cost more for smaller bottles.
In Hawick a dying old woman hears friends say they will tell their kin they are coming. The exchange, rich with Scottish speech, reflects local life and tradition as the narrator muses on cultural sound and memory.
A long exchange between J DeGurs and Hawker discusses selling Keadeaup land to the government, debentures, and settler interests. Hawker suggests government purchase for stability, while DeGurs doubts viability and warns of broader market effects. An Albany Choral Society concert is noted at the Town Hall.
In a windy match at Summit Park on Saturday South defeated North 72 to 14. Key players for South included Wright, Soumess, Booth, Hoopes, and Falows, while North boasted Parsons and Inge among others. The first quarter showed North with early control but South surged to lead by the middle, finishing strong with multiple singles and majors.
Tenoyson Smith closed his Denmark campaign with the largest audience yet as sentiment on the proposed license ban grew. AWA branch backing, Rev A J Burgess leading a committee to push future action, and a farewell gathering as the lecturer and his wife left town amid chants and goodbyes.
A lengthy report covers weather patterns delaying farm work, Danish residents attending general meetings, a proposed hotel on the Denmark estate, and arguments about licensing under the Prohibition Act. Debates mention dates around February 1921 and the need for -driven compliance by local residents.
The Ailsa Parents and Teachers Association met last Monday with President Mr Ai Forte presiding. Attendance was high and apologies came from Miss Hird. Reports covered drainage at the central area, school amalgamation plans, and negotiations with Albany school authorities.
A landslide at Lake Viewaloe killed worker M Lellualay Walter Sowbold and injured others. Rescue crews recovered the body of M Lellualay as investigators inspect the excavation area for cause and safety failures.
A fragmentary report notes a recent agreement on migration policy discussed in Adelaide. The item mentions a minister and a meeting held on a Friday or Monday context with reference to a commercial traveler and unspecified details. The tone implies evolving negotiations with key terms pending finalization.
General Gihaot asserts the pact between Bruce and Early supports primary industries. He warns that breaking up the composite Ministry could cause confusion and political instability ahead of elections.
The steamer Bipipe left Wellington last Wednesday with Captain Norling in charge. It was sighted in distress at Cape Poliser at 2 am in a heavy gale. A boat with a body was found at Flat Hook, and two cabins and part of the hull washed ashore. The ship had 17 crew and two passengers, all believed lost.
Dalgety and Co Ltd list prime and average qualities sold at 28 15 shillings to 26 60, with prices rising to £6. Gaten Chatt greens midges sold to £6 17 6. Wheat and oats quoted with small declines, one truck offered and passed in at £7. At Wellington Street markets onions, cabbages, cauliflower, mutton, beef, pork, butter and bread prices noted. West Australian Farmers Ltd report scarce dairy yearling and cows from £10 to £12, with reduced buyer interest.
A well attended Albany Dog and Poultry Society committee meeting discussed plans for the Kinplee Theatre show on Tuesday October 1st. President AL Wanstrough outlined entry rules and penalties for exhibitors including disqualification for pets and unsuitable entries, with entry fees and judging details adjusted.
A cryptic report notes the Anglo-Russian Treaty lacks the king’s signature, with unclear wording about co-presidential roles and land settlements. Influential opinion hints the Stock Exchange may veto dealings tied to the proposed accord.
Wingate Todd of Cleveland argues that a clear forehead or head shape does not prove intelligence. He asserts a person’s intellect cannot be judged by appearance or physical form and challenges common beliefs about heredity and mental capacity.
A high court denies clemency to Viper sentenced to death for the murder of a government official in a case that drew swift attention. The ruling leaves the original punishment intact and sets the stage for final execution procedures.
In a marked shift, prisoners held for political reasons in the occupied regions near Belgium and the Netherlands were released. The move follows expected diplomatic signals and may affect regional stability and ongoing governance under occupation.
The Beihin Air Council cabled to promote light airplane clubs nationwide and offered two years of financial assistance to establish them.
A trimming mer aboard an Australian wealth liner was brought into contact with a surgeon from the same vessel through wireless, and his life was saved by an operation.
Washington reports an attempt to stop American fliers from completing a world flight. Harsh conditions on the Greenland leg threaten progress as crews push toward the mission’s finish.
The Davis Cup competition in Baltimore features Australia refewteal Mexico as teams vie for matches. Wawl and Paterson defeated Barbella and Heddes 6 4. Wood beat Chedides. Patterson defeated Horbola. Japan defeated Canada in the Chewis Cup.
A historical report notes NSW dairy output failed to meet local demand in 1829 24 with butter exports to balance a shortfall. It cites expert MacTowen showing NSW produced 42,747,000 lb while consumption rivaled, and exports rose to 61 percent of production in 1823, forcing loss of West Australian trade to Victoria due to limited high grade butter supply.
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