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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1921
Page
2
The note proclaims strong evidence of intent to quit stocks with prices slashed to current market rates on heavy-weight calico, white flannellette and assorted yardages, indicating a clearance in the shop.
A brief note centers on the Inspection of Machinery Act and references Ganga in a contextual summary. The item underscores regulatory focus and a named jurisdiction or subject without extra detail.
Community notices include a missing details list for works contracts, police station additions, and renovations in Albany and nearby towns. A memorial note marks one year since the passing of a beloved relative, with family expressions of remembrance. The Empire Theatre hosts a crime themed show titled Robbery Under Arms this Saturday at 9 pm, drawing local audiences.
Dr. hae Page will address a public meeting in Albany Town Plath tomorrow evening. Delegates from branches of the Smaller State League will confer, discussing federation and subdivision to improve development and intergovernmental relations across Victoria and New South Wales.
Local and General notes a tournament arranged by Mel Shen field at the Soldiers' Institute at 8 pm, plus the Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade weekly parade at the Fire Station with member attendance urged. Also referenced are upcoming prizes for the Alban A. and FL Beelery events, vendor notices, and a Eve of theatre plans with Mr Lambert’s program.
A dredge Avon work crew under Captain Shirley to construct a landing at Little Grove. Avon delivered necessary material and began work on Monday, expected to improve access and health for Little Grove. A benefit entertainment for Albany Fire Brigade, featuring Mer Lambert, is planned for Tuesday next, tickets selling fast to support the brigade's efforts. Funeral details for the late A Williamson noted with Rev. Moley and Rev. Evans officiating at the gravesite.
A Friday diary from Denmark recalls the first junior football match with Albany and a forthcoming return game on August 20. Hockey results feature Royal Blues 4 Golds 1, with standout players named. Local events include moving pictures, church services, and an inspection of a proposed railroad, amid notes on community life and a hospital patient.
A late telegraph from Tamworth reports the Northern New South Wales executive endorses the movement for a new state in the Simatler region. Albany and rival groups seek a national conference while petitions surge toward Parliament for constitutional reforms to create faster governance and relieve federal burdens.
A private camp at the rear of the meat works in Wyndham was completely destroyed by fire on Thursday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Strecker and their two year old child were severely burned while the family slept after dinner. The blaze, likely from the stove, swept through the premises destroying buildings and furniture.
In Melbourne on Thursday strong political chatter suggests Sir Joseph Conk will be named High Commissioner for the Commonwealth in London to succeed Mr. A Fisher after the Prime Minister Mr. Hughes returns in early October.
Late Sporting details list final acceptances for two principal events to be decided at Boulder Club races. Newmarket Handicap mile portions include Barragundi, Thorment, Very Faithful, Propagation, St Humphrey, Avtadale, St Vane, Marachowie, Brearley, Salves, On Fire, Four Kings. Boulder Cup is one mile and a quarter with Barragundi, Taciturnity, Fair Interviewer, Benny, Golden Plumage, Spearit, Red Banner, Andronicus, Klaxon, Trish Comedy, St Varma, Aline Kenilworth, Munfordy, Pretty Bobby, Salven, Hare Hatch, Philauden, Four Kings, On Fire, The Toff, Cammary.
Despite heavy rain on Saturday, Plantagenet Hiflu Club members practiced at 500 and 600 yard ranges. Jackson shot well, tallying twenty shots for 96. Havig continued, his shot a bullseye earning the Century Cup. Pollowlazz scores noted with old theater program phrases.
The Diggers Loan has opened since the eleventh of the month with slow subscriptions. Indications from country routes show promise, and new committees formed across many districts. The Mercantile Mutual Insurance Company has pledged £1000 toward the state loan, part of a £6000 goal, with further allocations expected from eastern firms as the drive continues.
A garbled August 17 piece from LOS DON reports Mr The Viera delivering a speech on liberty and security. It argues that negotiation without force is needed and condemns violence while stressing justice and protection for the vulnerable.
A British envoy in Moscow confirmed famine reports, detailing six million affected with numbers rising. Large crowds fled toward Poland Turkestan and Siberia seeking aid and intervention as the crisis worsened.
Five day match ended in a draw after England posted 244 in reply to Australia 380. Key scores included Rosell 101 not out, Brown 84, and Buch 51 for England, while Australia’s Taylor 94 and Andrews 75 aided a 380 total. England were 2 for 244 at stumps with Pellew, Andrews, Taylor, and Collins contributing with the ball.
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