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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1920
Page
2
Miles, Tipping and Merrifield announce a rapid clearance sale. The partners emphasize quick service and prompt delivery, aiming to move inventory efficiently for the season.
In a Lower House speech Mr R. T. Robinson MLA urged Australia to fund ten million pounds for West Australia’s land development. He argued one-fifteenth of the population must govern a vast area, and that federal assistance is needed to open up Crown lands, build roads and railways, and create ready farms. He cited Murray irrigation funding as precedent and pressed for rapid district support.
The Albany Tug Company Limited seeks registration to form capital £10,000 in 10,000 shares at £1 each with 6,000 shares offered publicly. Proceeds fund purchase of Armstrong and Waters Albany assets including two launches, three lighters and gear. Calls on allotment will occur. 400 shares held in reserve. company to operate tug and related services from Albany. Early application urged. Empire Theatre ad follows.
In relation to the boy scout movement, a warrant has been issued to Mr H. F. Bol die of Albany Troop No. 3. Separate legal preparations are under way to extend the operations.
A sprawling Albany page reviews local happenings from a football match to a decorated ceremony. It notes a court case with a fine for assault, a civic fund-raiser concert at the Town Hall, church union discussions, and plans by Arthur Johnston & Co. to acquire harbor craft including the Awhina and Bilger Star with a 3500 pound offer pending shareholders’ full payment.
The Albany Head Board met Friday night at the road board office with Chairman A Burvill presiding. Members Smith Wolfe Hassell Mawson Grew Newton and the secretary Angeve attended. Minutes from the previous meeting were read and confirmed. Correspondence covered Plantagenet Road Board Chovkerup stop, Row Vous Association vetting, gravel supply from various pits, Moon Harker railway gravel pit, Torbay lot 187 at Tennessee siding reserve, and information requests to the Under Secretary for Lands Works and other offices. Financial requests included a grant for road repairs after heavy rains and potential funding through Parliament. Various officials and residents submitted notes on reserves, road conditions, and proposed improvements, with the board directing inspection and responses as funds permit.
Sydney reports Mr H Stocker of the Loyal Orange Institution states Miss Bridget Partridge once Sister Ligours known as the escaped nun traveled to Berry with Mr Barton and his family. He says Berry locals report a C100 reward for the girl dead or alive and that spies with rifles have surrounded Barton’s home in recent nights.
Late sporting report from Perth covers a small attendance at Goodwood Racing Club on Saturday. Principal event won by Woody Tom Castro with several plates and purses listed including Golden Pledge, Peronne, Affaire de Joie, Faithwaif, and Tom Castro dominating the day’s card with varied dividends and betting odds.
Denmark and Horrd election results from Saturday are listed by ward with names like Randall Love and Barkley Pastiley noted among local figures. Kalgoorlie Racing Club held its third meeting with detailed horse results across multiple handicaps and divisions.
Barry won the Sealling Championship by 12 lengths amid a disputed incident on Saturday at Pitmontin Hiver. Felton led earlier but tired. officials and observers debated a foul that nullified a rival’s advance. Felton expressed disappointment and vowed to challenge Barry again for the title.
The Albany Ladies Hockey Association faced schedule challenges during the weekend with players missing due to holidays. ALLEL defeated High School by two goals while Ko Avan LILC defeated Weigh School Reds two to one. The Rist Hirst footballers beat the High School Reds in a friendly game by one goal.
The report covers roadwork approvals on Lower King Road near a bridge with payments and temporary crews for Warrup Road and Porongorups Road. It notes drainage work at Wilson's Inlet, property drainage benefits, and gravel work balance at £36 per chain. A council meeting on September 6 will decide officer elections. attendance requested.
Aug 29 Lucerne reports say Swiss police guard Lloyd George residence after Sinn Fein operatives reportedly depart Ireland seeking to attack the Prime Minister. Lloyd George remains unperturbed as authorities tighten precautions amid ongoing agitation.
A fragmentary note reports that McSweeney has completed the first day of a hunger strike and may survive another week. It cites Mr Jann O Grady, a Labour MP, writing to Mr Lloyd George urging that McSweeney die as punishment for perceived stupidity and treachery toward Irishmen and Englishmen.
A rumor-filled note claims a crew from a New York diner group plans to protest England’s Credtmeng at Mes Hy om Dr Mannix. The shrikers say Ghosbip may sail Bielonw until Mansix visits Tretoml and Mesweeney, amid unclear details.
The Engineering Employers' Federation warns of a week's notice lockout for staff amid rising labor unrest. A miner demonstration in North Wales calls for government action to meet earnings demands, while rumors of a large steel purchases and broader industrial strain surface, signaling possible widespread disruption across sectors.
At St Oswalds Mission Church Boghind about 40 people gathered for an evening in honour of Miss Ivy Milne in recognition of her three years as organist. A silver goblet gift was presented by members of the church with thanks from the Church of England people. A letter from the archdeacon and apologies from local officials were read. Mrs Hague hosted, and a dainty supper followed the presentation adding to the occasion.
Members of the Albany Golf Club competed in the mixed foursomes on Saturday afternoon amid fine weather. The event drew a large crowd as play unfolded with Mrs Rag and Mr Welk emerging victorious on a 76 nett score, a strong performance noted by spectators.
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