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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1922
Page
2
Fragmented listing mentions day old chicks and eggs with a guarantee of live delivery. Includes garbled place names and unclear figures but implies a poultry or hatchery ad. No coherent dates or organizations clearly identifiable.
A partial OCR reads of a notice invites rate payers to a meeting on a Wednesday at a specified location. The legible elements indicate a local association calling a gathering to discuss rates. The exact date and place are unclear due to damaged text.
A chaotic report outlines friction within Albany’s Tourist Association as members resign amid criticism of leadership and public vs private interests. The piece laments the loss of civic focus and urges a return to making Albany a thriving holiday resort through open governance and strong public service.
The readable fragments mention a person or theme but lack concrete facts, dates, or places to identify a clear event. No named entities or actionable details emerge for a concise newspaper card.
Government Gazette announces the Albany Road Board Health district will be formed within Hearlih district under the Wealth Act 1911. Administrators act with Executive Council approval to set the new district, while local debates include high school funding and civic improve ments as community groups host tournaments, fairs, and fundraisers.
A car crash caused by a failed brake wrecked the vehicle after a petrol leak and fumes. The same paper also covers the wedding of Miss Linda Lavinia Squire to Rev. William Ement Free, with details of the ceremony at Mit marking, attire, and attendees.
A Danish club visit to Denmark is described with Welcome speeches by local officials and a river trip. The West Albany team met a hospitable reception, shared meals, and played a match at the Denmark hostel, boosting future ties and tourism. Officials note railway excursion proposals and road grants for regional improvement including Scotsdale road.
The WA Fruit Shippers Committee thanks Minister J Seaddan for support. They report Louvre tracks are essential for rail transport of fruit, noting past insufficiencies and urging immediate construction to handle 70 80 000 units when Albany and Fremantle boats coincide.
The note speaks of a movement in regard to control, seeking a diversion from friends at the port as the season ends, mirroring last year’s Kendemop dash. It hopes the plan materializes and becomes a landmark day for Mr. Barker in football.
The piece describes a Saturday evening gathering at the Boarding Mate where residents admired a serene, moonlit scene and a school committee competition. Children and older residents participated, with leaf and seed collection, music performances, and readings highlighting local youth engagement.
John Wills of Birnside Woogenellup died at Mb Harker Nursing Home after paralysis struck him at home. He was 85, survived by children and grandchildren, a pioneer resident who helped build the community and its Anglican church and hall. The funeral proceeded from the nursing home to the Mount Berker Anglican church for interment.
A late news item reports a Melba concert performance faced delay due to misdated receipts tied to a medical hospital event. Unclear details point to Kitchener Memorial Hospital and a sequence of financial paperwork affecting attendance and venue operations.
Report from North Weal air service lanes notes a crash near Broone. One aircraft struck power lines causing a midair collision impression. Edgar and Widdell escaped unharmed though the incident injured a member of the crew.
A partial readable fragment notes Archbishop Weight discussing recent Terese cases in the Hivaree court. It mentions entinend of Nietra tit and a family context tied to a judge’s actions amid a broader marital instability topic.
A telegram from Mrs May word, Director of the State Tourist Bureau, urged united effort for Albany tourism. The meeting failed to inspire public support and the committee resolved to resign, with plans to request a new public meeting and review the tourist position ahead of the coming season. A special ratepayers meeting is set for Wednesday at 8 pm in the Lower Town Hall.
The article reports on a reparations conference in Laidon AiG, discussing the Versailles Treaty and its impact. It notes opposition and support, with debate over how best to handle German reparations and the broader postwar settlement.
Tokio Aug 10 reports discuss police protection in the wake of a Chi ta border issue. The piece notes strict police oversight of domestic affairs and mentions Washington's stance on Japan China relations and government responsibility.
Chess tournament in Westminster Copaldanca unfolds with top players Li Lh and Watson securing key wins. The champion defeats Wathun in Samoves as Watson beats Reth amid lively play.
The fortnightly meeting of the Australiana Natives Association branch was held at the Town Hall on Friday night. President Mr. B. H. Henson presided over a good attendance. accounts totaling £4 were passed for payment. sub-committee reports were adopted. members urged ongoing action. a project to preserve and paint the Awe pole was discussed. delegates to the Friendly Societies Council reported on the latest proceedings. welcome to the Secretary returning after nineteen weeks was extended with thanks to the team and participants.
An association hockey match is set between the ALA and the Checkers at the I fuerhool ground on Thinwatch. The Checkers roster includes Missee Lou Waverlioe Mi foe Potts Moa Furby Fare fireen Dave Punnett Wear Emergence Misned Nettle and Lang with a practice game following on last Asturday.
Fragmentary OCR shows a scene with a coopairacoa bird along the Nile and a journey toward restoration. Mentions Cleopatra and Antony in a farewell passage amid a mythic voyage.
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