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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 25, 1927

Page

2

Albany Respatch highlights various local notices and events

A Friday meeting of the Women’s Rest House committee is urged for full attendance at 4 pm. The town plans no football due to military arrangements. Condolence to Mon. Holmes for Mr. Blakrss’s death. Rent rebate approved for August from the Albany Soldiers’ League. Hockey and billiards results noted, plus police fining Reuben Dowell £2. Telecommunication advances and church mission updates accompany livestock and sporting briefs.

Wemens Board of Control Dr. Scanlan A. K. Holmes T. Blarknrss Albany Lrturned Soldiers' League Cudidihy Svhurer Uie Dollms

Albany Fire Brigade Band hosts Subiaco visit with charity dance

A large Albany crowd enjoyed a charity dance in the Fire Brigade Band hall to aid the Subiaco footballers fund. The evening featured Mrs Manes orchestra. Mayor and Mayoress greeted guests. Captain Morris praised the visitors as plans to support the band were announced.

Too Subiaco Albany Wid Dr. Nesbitt Morris Mesdamen Rew Weltch Wilkinson Thomson Hoge Bowen

Secretary of State Amery to visit Australia itinerary announced

The Prime Minister lists Charles Amery visiting Albany on October 10 and touring Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, Canberra, Sydney, and Brisbane through November 16. A senior PMO officer will accompany him to arrange engagements during the brief trip.

Wea Allany Crom England Mers Western Australia Commonwealth Seot Upaniee Oliver Prime Minister’s Department Callowe Amery Wil Albanny Blue Funnel Ulysses Oitober South Australia Victoria Tasmania Melbourne Amery Canberra Sydney Brisbane Australia Bruce Prime Minister's Department Kuwery Moery

Albany Football Selections for Carnival Match

The Albany Bourg Contra team announces selections led by A Mann and Harvey with Nea and Minnon among 20 named players. Training occurs at the Fremasons Hotel sample rooms every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 pm, with practice on Purge Street ground on Wednesdays and optional military training on Ulster Road ground Saturdays at 3 30.

Albany Bourg Albany Aities A. Mann Harvey U. Neahit Minnon W. Martin CL Wheeler J Nott J. Saunders A and RL Couper H. Morgan W. Verran F. Hardigham Retell HW. Avins T. Morell D. Merver C. Gilberison BE. Dean Sweet A. Clarke Hanson CO. Welshman Fremasons Royal Charge Purge Street Ulster Road

WORLD WHEAT MARKET REPORT FROM LONDON CABLE

The Weatralian Farmers Ltd reports a London despatch on August 23 noting August shipment values for Western Australia at 55/3 per quarter and shipments from South Australia at 55 per quarter and 66 per quarter. Canadian and American stocks are listed, with Winnipeg and Buenos Aires reports showing lower prices and a generally quieter market.

Weatralian Farmers, Ltd London Western Autralia South Australia Victoria Winnipeg Chicago Buenon Aires

Progressive Road Board advances two miles of main road

Phillips River Roads Board is a progressive body. Two more miles of main road completed and a new link from Ravensthorpe through Bandalup to the Esperance road will cut seven miles to Esperance and provide a main road to town for local ratepayers.

Was Main Roads Board Albany-Denmark Road Hay River Mai Ronda Hoard Phillips River Ravensthorpe Bandalup Esperance Road Esperance

Council Deliberates Foreman Role In Quarry Oversight

The Works Committee reviews responsibility for quarry operations at the Cit quarry after concerns over contract oversight and rotten aggregate. Debate centers on whether the town foreman or the works committee should supervise outside work and supply quality.

Tin Rotten Grote Justin Fall Council SCH Seialon Foll Hulios Fol Cy. Ingham Scanton Ingham Cuddihy Henson Tryghae Maslin Delate Wisalee Vancouver

Opening of Big Wingt Fair At Clarement Grounds

Readable text describes the Agricultural Society event at Clarement show grounds with illuminated pavilions grandstands and exhibits. It notes Wednesday and Friday programs including Derby evening championships and motor events, promising a large turnout and festive sights.

al Agricultural Society Iil Clarement Festern Liphta Vents Utter

Albany Football Club Thanks Albany Board and Citizens

In a letter to the editor the Subcident Cirade Football Club extends heartfelt gratitude to the Albany Football Board of Control the Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade Band and the Albany citizens for their warm welcome and entertainments during their visit. The note wishes Albany districts success in the forthcoming football carnival and signs off with a peculiar mix of quaint phrasing and local color.

Hehalf Subcident Cirade Albany Football Board of Control Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade Band

Mount Barker Sends Children on Exchange Visit to Wheat Districts

Mount Barker notes report a group of children leaving for Perth then Merredin and Keller districts for a 12 day exchange visit arranged by Weallabian Paruers. The trip aims to acquaint them with the wheat region and broaden connections with families in the area.

Pight Mount Barker Perth Merredin Kellerterrin Funes Tit Gewald Watson Claremont Messrs K. Williamson J. Buneker A. EK. Elvied J.P Mount Barkeree Court Robert Wright Mulkerris Fremantle Mulker Moon Warn Willyianva Luthier Coling DP Riehys Vorsone A. Clothier Cranbrook Gillam L.gillam Toovey Denmark Elleker Qioter Dromark Liehick C. Sounness Maunyell Turnbull

Committee Deliberations on Local Infrastructure Works

The Wonks Committee reported on Monday night. plans included a new motor for the crusher and early metal crushing, a temporary drain along Mr Prigs’s verandah, a 39 foot water table cover and gravel coating, and tenders for 700 yards of rotten granite. Debate centered on quarrying, costs, and alternate tenders. clause four was adopted with drainage and gravel improvements approved.

Adderley C. Price J. Gibson Perth Gibsons House Uber Road Spencer Road Recreation Ingham Vancouver Perth Read Conner Heannnm

Big influx of visitors from all parts of state

Visitors arrived from Kalgoorlie Perth Albany and up north to Cini by rail yesterday. A notable rise in country district tourism marked the day with easier travel and greater numbers observed across regions.

Kalgoorie Kalgoorlie Avery Perth Albany Northware Cini

Carnival Opens With Boulder Races

A chaotic carnival report outlines early events including a Horseshose Plate first division and a 7 furlongs race. Bets favored an upset winner as readers awaited results amid muddled notes and partial figures from the day.

Unclear incident reported near Perth injures two

Tidbits describe a scene near Perth where a tree fell during work in a Del Hine vesterding. Marcelant and Donald McKeugie were injured with fractures and were taken to hospital where Mekhetiusin received treatment.

Perth Thorslar Brite Pena Cher Fae Marcelant Donald McKeugie Mundack Mekhetiusin

Karlgarin Railway Meeting at North Lake Grace

North Lake Grace hosts a gathering to discuss the Karlgarin railway proposal. Representatives from local railway leagues attend from North Lake Grace North-West Newdegate and nearby districts. The meeting handles questions about the line and its impact on settlement and transport.

Karlgarin Railway North Lake Grace Chace Tha'siley Geo Arcent

Barwell Asked to Accept South Australia Generalship

Report from western day states Senator Sir Henry Barwell was invited to become Agent General for South Australia. Mr Jo. Price, current Agent General, will expire in April.

Butler Henry Barwel Bu Heer South Australia Jo. Price

Film Board Censures Controversial Paris Theme

The Film Commission led by chairman W. M. Marks critiques a Paris themed work for its implausible photography and acting while arguing the core theme was inappropriate. Censors supported the decision to flag the production as unsuitable.

Adelie Thanesay Film Commission W. M. Marks Moe Paris Etern

Sugar Mill Trouble Brings Government Involvement

Report says the South Johnston strike has escalated to involve the Government as three railway employers refuse to handle goods. Officials suspect railway agents were prompted by instructions, with authorities taking note of the disruption.

Brisbane Thitartay South Johnston Veutortay Declan Slnek

Constitutional Authority Or Mob Rule Feared Amid Railway Dispute

A leading official warned of a ring of strength forming between government and mobilized factions as the arbitration court weighs a row of railway employer demands. The government asserts firm backing of the employers, while a potential first-class crisis looms over railway labor relations.

W McCommieck

Ambulance Examinations Announced by City Committee

The Alchemy Brigade branch of St John Ambani Yasoriadon tint plans festivity and a jury examination for candidates. The ecotenare committee will hold a session in the Court Chamber at ten o’clock with attendance requested from nominees and sponsors.

St John's Ambani Yasoriadon Johnson Ieee Ee Ain Howes Acmentine Ecotenare Coune Chamber Tenleht Foir

Plane crash near Tangier ends search for survivors

A damaged aircraft piloted by Vivirinal Haare crashed while attempting to land near Tangier. The craft failed to maintain control and plummeted, leaving authorities to pursue new orders and determine fatalities.

Lowlon Ted Dlinker Vivirinal Haare Tangier Vtus South Africa

Heiress Makes Tempting Offer Across the Atlantic

An American heiress plans a bold transatlantic venture as she proposes a daring gift to a famed figure. The unusual proposal unfolds amid a tense social setting, with observers noting the bold approach and potential implications for future crossings.

Rooke's Flight A Airman Bound for Calcutta

An Australian airman Dennis Rooke injured during a prior mission is reported to be sent to Calcutta for further treatment. The British report notes he plans to return to Australia after recovery while awaiting conveyance by air.

London Dennis Rooke Australia Dan Adami Gratin

Manchester Explosion Injures Eighteen People

A Manchester blast injures eighteen people as flames erupt at a lemon factory. Rescue teams fight fires, evacuations proceed, and investigators inspect the site for causes amid chaotic scenes and damaged structures.

Scullins Barry Goodsell Match Recounted At Meeting

Report from Lomlon of a gathering yesterday noting the fall match for the works’ title between Gowtsell and a challenger. Postings and discussions on expenses and a £300 cost outline were mentioned with influence from An e ral Hires.

Lomlon Harry Pupper Tern Gowtsell

Trade With Canada Sours Over Trade Treaty Provisions

Vancouver reports tension as Canada and Australia dispute treaty section 7 allowing new duties. The British trade delegation warns extended duties may hinder business with Canada while Australia seeks pro British support and greater imports from the U S.

Vancouver America Canali

Wien Stunt Plane Fire Ends Safe Landing

Wien, a stunt aviator, was performing at an altitude when his aircraft caught fire. Thousands of spectators watched as he landed safely, but the machine was destroyed.

Ban Francisco Wien

Determined Attempt to Commit Death by Own Action

A report from Vienna Ang states that an attempt to end life by one's own action occurred involving an injured person named Slevia, with cautious hope for recovery despite the incident.

Vienna Ang Willy

Mullewa Business Boom With New Showroom Depot

In Mullewa the politician progress is noted as Mullewa 4 vot advances amid local civic efforts. Thon Molster, a prominent merchant, opens a modern water showroom and stocks motor accessories. A new statewide dealer network serves Walgoo Magnet Cue and Sandsone, marking a key growth milestone for the town. The Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade holds a drill at Arc station tonight at 6 15.

Thon Molster Maollwa Murchison Walgoo Magnet Cue Anl Sandsone Siate Tn Albany Volunteer Fire Brige Arc

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