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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1927
Page
2
Captain J Be Turner faces bail terms for the Cape Riche harbor case. The incident at Hremel Bay near Hope Tous involved uncertain turmoil and experienced turmoil on August 16.
Announcement invites applications for engine cleaners at Western Australian Railways. Applications must be received by the Chair of Staff Selection via the Exygmneeris Office, Highwoye, Midhand Jinetian, no later than Saturday at noon. Include details of employment and qualifications per posted notice.
Plans are in place for a children’s ball at Town Hall on Friday week to aid local funds. Prize categories will reward multiple contestants in a lively program, with arrangements coordinated by the local committee and volunteers.
Salvation Army Commissioner and Mrs Whatmore will visit Albany on August 26 and 27 to greet the public at 8 pm in Army Hall. Mr A Wansbrough MLA will preside at the welcome, with a lecture “World Wide Travels” scheduled for 3 pm in the Town Hall. City officials promise support and a musical program will accompany the events.
The Albany Chamber of Commerce held its monthly meeting with President J. T. Mills presiding. Members discussed postal and railway correspondence, a proposed holiday opening, wheat shipments, building repairs, and a publicity push to engage local merchants.
A London man leads the revival of tinsel production as demand returns. His expertise centers on obtaining the essential tinsel material while public interest grows for the decorative craft. JESTER Cigarettes promoted with a Virginian product option at 12 for 64.
The Tuesday meeting of the Volunteer Fire Brigade Hail committee elected Mr T J Nesbitt as chair in the president’s absence. Members discussed handling a damaged instrument, donor greetings, resignations, attendances, and plans for contests, socials, and band representation.
The department reveals two new features. An attachment on letter pillars shows the next mail clearance time via adjustable labels. Aimed at rural areas, it allows posting via mail contractor with unstamped envelopes to obtain stamps and postal notes, with remittance handled by post masters and no postage charged for the return of supplies.
Mr. George C Hodges of Popanyin fing reports Sudan grass seeds mixed with superphosphates show no ill germination effects. He recounts an October sowing, May manure trial on beetroots, and identifies factors harming germination: sowing too early, too deep in light soils, and neglecting the roller after growth.
The Albany Water Board chair presided as council minutes were confirmed. Discussion covered water pricing for shipping, metering fairness, and requests for expert engineering review of the water scheme and smoke stack, with emphasis on equity in metered versus unmetered properties and potential revenue implications.
The Mt Barker district saw a busy week with plans for a fruitgrowers meeting at the public hall to discuss the Fruit Marketing Will. Local sports featured North defeating South in football 102 to 28 at Plantagenet Park, with Narrogin set for a Sunday try-out match. Community dances raised funds, while Dr Maunsell departs for New South Wales to practice medicine.
Adherents of the Jornal Komen Catholic Church in Denmark raised funds for a new church with a charity dress ball at Lowderborough Theatre. Over 100 attendees wore fanciful costumes as two sets, Aborigines and Ku Klux Klan, sparked excitement before prizes were awarded for best and most original outfits. Supper followed around midnight with notable attendees including Mr. Harney.
Fragment discusses neighbors respond to a call and mentions a “Hit and unable to ry kind” phrase. It references “something for nothing” and relief, then a statement about woods fire at Peppermint Care and a board meeting deciding a question. The text ends with a note that the business concluded.
At the Polien Court yesterday Magistrate Kleen ordered the release of nine defendants charged with killing in the north west during a disturbance. The two constables left the court free and were greeted with congratulations.
Workmen blasting limestone at Liath Bunbury uncover a fossilized whale estimated eighty feet long and a human skull. The bones are described as fragile and crumbling, with preservation unclear.
Adelaide Thursday report states Leonard Leviet proprietor of a motor works at Point Vincent was killed by a petrol explosion while working on lighting equipment. A flame ignited a tin container causing a fatal burn and severe injuries to a worker, who was recently married.
John William Buswood 24 alleges he was shot at Macedon Hotel by William Lewis. Police say the attack involved a man with a .32 calibre revolver grabbing Buswood and firing point blank from under six inches. Buswood survived when the shooter fired into his own hand.
Western Australia led 10 goals 15 behinds to 5 goals 14 behinds at three-quarter time. In a tense finish, WA extended the gap after a key break when Guhl assisted Campbell for a final goal. Final scores Western Australia 12 goals 15 behinds to South Australia 9 goals 18 behinds.
In fine Hobart weather about 4000 spectators watched the All Australian State Rugby football carnival begin. South Australia beat Queensland 1.1 to 0.0 while Western Australia defeated New South Wales 5.6 to 0.6 and Tasmania defeated Victoria 0.8 to 0.5 in opening results.
A young boy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clave of Balm Beach, was badly injured after attempting to grab a cracker from a weapon tossed by a man. Fireworks or explosive charges blew off fingers and burned the right side of his face and both forearms, with a risk to his left eye.
Four benchedmembers of the A W U L resumed work at Mount Lyell Works after a conference between the company general manager and union representatives. Satisfactory arrangements were made for a tee sharpening and the overall condition improved. An official statement praised workers for their knowledge and restraint during the dispute.
London report states Sacco and Vanzetti have been denied a stay of execution by the Superior Court in Dedham Massachusetts. The ruling ends a legal bid to halt their execution.
In New York 145000 workers join a sympathy strike as police guard Union Square and detachments keep order citywide. Rochester reports 4000 clothing workers out, highlighting widespread labor action during the era.
Aug 10 report notes Prime Minister Simnor Monolini declines further intervention for Nicolo Sacco’s reprieve. He says he has long taken an interest and done everything compatible with international regulations.
In 1020 two paymasters were slain and £9000 stolen by two men at South Brain Maws. Seeco and Vannetti were condemned to death a year later. Judge Thayer denied new trials despite fresh prosecution witnesses. Higher courts upheld the decision. A reprieve was granted for 30 days to review the timing of further action.
Britain's unemployed total in London stands at 1,119, up from 2,808 for the week. Officials cite rising jobless numbers amid economic strain and agency reports show adjusted figures across sectors.
London reports on Australian mining revival plans through improved prospecting and precise lode location. The Empire Marketing Board and Australia fund a geophysics survey for oil and minerals using gravimetric, magnetic, and acoustic methods, building on Swedish experience. EH Gepp chairs the migration and development committee.
In Vienna on August 16 authorities report that peace officers completed surveillance of communists and anarchists following July riots. About 250 individuals are to be brought to trial for sedition riot offenses and related crimes.
In Helsingfors on August 10 Kino Bore ran 3000 metres in 6 minutes 29.4 to 5 seconds, overcoming Posvo Nunni's world record. The event marked a notable sprinting achievement as Bore clocked a new mark.
The Westralian Farmers wheat departments report August shipments from Western Australia with prices 64/8 per quarter. Cargoes sold include 4000 tons Victoria to ship at 53/8 per quarter. Visible wheat supplies total 49,000,000 US bushels American and 28,000,000 Canadian. Chicago and Winnipeg markets close steady with minor gains. September wheat options dip 11 cents per quintal. Weather is hot.
Mr C H Gilson announces he secured district trencey for Studebaker Erskine and Federal Knight tracks. The Erskine brand, called The Little Aristocrat of motordom, is praised for stamina, performance, and economy, with World wide success and record salon runs.
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