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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Dec 05, 1927

Page

2

Australian cricket hopes and Western harbor debate in parliament

The piece discusses Australia and Queensland cricket relations, Western Australian wishes for England versus Australia matches, and Fremantle harbor scheme scrutiny. It calls for independent review of harbor works, decentralization of port development, and an amendment to reduce cabinet size in Parliament. It notes public opinion backing higher minister salaries.

Commonwealth Queensland New South Wiles Queens Ton Warely England Tasmania Australia Ad ‘Watance Sheittehl Shielleincles Ant Amor Gorenalan Wil Owl Men Ofort Western Australian Cricket Association Perth Bey Ishie Fremantle Geralten Albany Fremantle Bottle Neck

Fragmented OCR Text About State Dems and Officials

The readable lines discuss a political scene with mentions of the State and ministers. It references a protest or reform intent and a figure named Hommel. Readable content is limited and garbled, offering few concrete actions or dates.

Local and General Dinghy Rage and Events

The report lists a busy program for Albany with dinghy racing next Saturday and a variety of social and civic events. Participants include Mosers, Vannedt, Travsim, and others while police report the arrest of John Hamlin on a fraud charge. Ship schedules from Albany and Fremantle are noted along with Katanning’s planned visit and preparation for a fundraising sale of work at Railors’ Rest. Father Gilroy’s Jubilee events are described with a High Mass and social activities planned at St John’s Hall.

Orden Vannedt Sanors Railors al Long Brunswick Road OL Wittenoom Elise Gilroy Thomas Gilroy Albany St. John’s Hall Kia Father Gilroy Ireland

Merino Wool Shortage Impacts Global Market Dynamics

The article reports a global downturn in merino wool supply with South Africa, Australia, and France showing reduced outputs and prices. Japanese and Yorkshire demand remain pivotal as prices rise in parts of Europe while overall supply tightens markets. Projections suggest continued volatility into the next selling season.

Australia South Africa Ceacon France Strenth Semsen Salem Agence Yorkshire Bradford Japan Sydnee Cermnany Monthea

Albany Swearing In Ceremony For Unopposed Mayor

In Albany a ceremonial swearing in of the new Mayor Mr J Wittonoom and council followed by toasts. Attendees included Dr Henson ill health noted and new councillors Maslin Nesbitt Lambert welcomed. The address praised steady finances and the electric light plant plans with general optimism for a productive year.

Mn Wood Day Mavyea Mtr IL Wittens Fing Mr. Witkenoon Cras Muslin T. A. Nesbitt W. AL Sehurer Ana P. Lawhert J. Giribble Bay Wittencom Powie House Perth al- Wom Wittenoom Ata Ollie Berthcoming Aistern Pwneil Laffor Nesbitt Pasid Albany Theewn Fine Cielam Seburer Lambert West Ward Mucinshin Dav Ralston Wittenham Cuddihy Gribble

Mount Barker Notes and Local Cricket Roundup in Aid of Church

The Mount Barker notes report a charity event for church funds with a women’s competition won by Mrs. Scummess, raising about 106 pounds. Cricket reports include Mowat Barker defeating Warther in a tense match, with top contributions from Tornhol and Downer, and Central facing a stumps-drawn game. The Carhamptonites beat Blackwood, Wright taking five wickets for 18 as the visitors edged a win in a low-scoring day, while another match saw Westertaes outscoring Salt River Cloenenbina by 11 points.

Scummess Hekling Alt. Tooth Carharuy Skinner Wright Mowat Barker Warther Setortay Aeerkap Centrale Betted Fist Inaticket Tornhol Downer Princije Burston Colfits W. Collinge Dixon Ly Fort FC Collinge Borston Beardley Carhampites Blackwood Rand Soannes Wos Max Wright Carharap Wrother Td Fo Williams Clarke

Tennis Club Mixed Doubles Tourney Decides Close Matches

Saturday afternoon events at St Joseph's and Methodist clubs produced strong tennis. In mixed doubles, Pedlar and Newby beat Dawe and Norman 6-1 6-1, Monaghan and Gilbert edged Dawe and Dawa 4-3, and Pedlar and Sewhy won 7-4 over Dinweard and Phelps. Semi finals saw Pedlar and Sewhy defeat Dinweard and Phelps 7-4, while Vaughan and Norman beat Monaghan and Dilbert 4-1.

Methodist Tennis Club Mies E. Pedlar J. Sewby Miss Thoms FL Vaughan Mies Dawe L. Adams J. Merrifield J. Merri-feld Mins L. Dawe PL Adama Misa G. Peterson Oa. Pendergrast Miss HK Dinweard Po Vhs Mise D. Vauchan Ani Fe

Town Council Weighs Mayor's Era as Auditor Opens

In a reflective session, Mr Gribble recalls early days of the council and 1881 auditor tenure. Ex Mayor Day’s visit prompts discussion of town lines, power supply, steam turbines, and future rates for roads. Councillors praise staff and the Press while debating potential changes and town prosperity.

Thane Day Hughting Rimth Affen Bulaweyo Pas Tiut Albany Emda Milla Maslin V. J. Othie Albanysto Alhone Nesbitt Mastin Sseeteren Cra Ingham Holmes Paiterdiign

Waterside Dispute Reaches Federal Court in Melbourne

A late news item describes a water site dispute heard this morning in Melbourne. Plaintiffs and defendants presented their cases before Mr. Dodge Heeby in a federal arbitration court proceeding.

Salledan Dodge Heeby

Unions Press for Settlement Amid Labor Tensions

An article notes continued efforts by various unions to secure a settlement as pressure mounts from allied groups facing repression linked to telephone and water workers. It suggests the Water Side Workers Federation may deliver a verdict or assurances this morning.

Esfort Waterside Workers Federation Judie Reeby

Position at Albany and Port Work Details

A report notes a maritime position at Albany with the steamer Koniowe arriving from the east and taking a berth at the proper dock. No work on the expected vessel occurred as yet, while the Late moetor ship Kebra from Fremantle yesterday is being inspected or prepared for further processing.

Koniowe Gloopyiatey Kebra Fremantle

Narrow Evasion After Two-vehicle Crash in Cleveland Street

Two indoors vehicles collided head on in Cleveland Street Darlinghoret on Saturday. Both drivers escaped serious harm with injuries and their cars damaged, one badly smashed. Authorities report the drivers as Mera and shock.

Cleveland St Darlinghoret

Interstate Sheffield Shield match opening in Brisbane

The first Sheffield Shield inter state match at Brisbane opened with a decisive win by the Heetar Om after a first innings lead, powered by a large margin of runs.

Brisbine Brisane

Victoria Victors With Big Scoring Spark At Adelaide

Victoria batsmen provided a strong display at Adelaide Oval on Friday as they chased a South Australia target. Openers and middle order built a solid innings with key contributions from Victorian players including Grimmett and Williams while several South Australian bowlers struggled to stem the flow.

Adelaide Mothe Shefitekt Shiehiatell South Austeatio Victoria Adelaide Oval Tensor Amd Hendin Loy

Australian Frozen Meat Trade Faces Irregularities and Market Strain

The report for August notes that Australian meat generally arrives in sound condition but irregularities in frozen meat hinder permanent trade links. Market conditions in the Midlands and West of England show improvement, though demand for frozen beef remains constrained. Veterinary officer Hoss Grant cautions against relying on mixed consignments and urges securing consistently high quality frozen beef. The main market growth has been in frozen mutton, with Australian consignments arriving in uniformly good condition.

Paterson Bis Hoss Grant High Commissioner Lomlon Australia Midlands England Althoich Hrants

Heenzo Introduces Wonderful Tonic For Nerve Health

Heenzo promotes HAWS TONIC NERVE NUT claimed to nourish nerves and restore energy for overworked or anemic individuals. The tonic targets tired and neurotic sufferers offering relief and vigor with a price of eight dollars per box.

Heenzo

Miss Clara Serena Honored in Festive Occasion

Dee Lamdin praises Miss Clara Serena at the festivity marking her role as Nenette in a midsummer event. The ceremonial praise highlights her contribution and aims to honor her talents.

Lamdin Dee Ives Clara Serena

Ford's New Car Impresses London Reviewers

New Ford car receives extensive press praise in London with claims of advanced design and economy. Exhibits drew orders totaling 14,000 for immediate delivery, priced at £14 for torpedo and £210 for saloon, while officials tout features like long wheel travel and strong mileage.

London Kon Co

Price hints for Australian Ford model emerge

Fragmentary notes suggest the Australian Ford model price but lack firm figures. It is believed likely near £160, with the tourer option priced at about 76 dollars, though details remain uncertain and sources in Amerton and Canada are cited as possible references.

Ford Australia Amerton Canada Aperton Dallas

Footballer murdered three men sentenced to death

A Cardiff footballer Te Lewis was murdered as three men faced death sentences for the crime. The four men named Rowlands Hit Howlinda Daniel Driscoll and William Briss were reported as convicted, with Briss condemned on the same charge.

London Te Lewis Cardiff Gailéy Charee Demmler Rowlands Hit Howlinda Daniel Driscoll Jule William Briss

Aviation WcINTOSH AND HINKLER RETURN

Karey Melwini and Bert Hinkler received a warm homecoming after their Saturday arrival. An interview with Minkler touched on challenges faced during the journey and the bond between the two aviators. plans for another attempt in February are mentioned.

Karey Melwini Bert Hinkler Minkler Bes Mer

Giles Denies Flight Postponement In Pacific Skies

The report states Captain Giles has postponed his Pacific flight until December 4 due to weather concerns, with the decision confirmed by Tris. The change affects planned routes and schedules in San Francisco.

San Franciars Tris Annouvet Giles Pacific Pyering

Striking AI Pocket Flight Ends In Hard Landing

San Francisco pilot Dee and Captain Kingston Smith attempted a dawn Australia endurance record aboard the Joviatora. After 130 minutes aloft violent air pockets forced dumping 800 gallons of fuel and a safe return landing. Pilot Smith said a second attempt would follow at dawn.

San Francisco Dee Kingston Smith Pavite Australia Geo. Pond United Rates Navy Oakland Bay Smith Ared

Exhurst Club Gathers For Amateur and Club Handicap Races

In a Saturday meet, J Bedwell wins the two mile members’ handicap and posts fastest time, while J Hamilton takes the mile and a half handicap. Amateur honors go to C Morris with a close field including W Lehmann and J McDowgall. Club events see J Bedwell and J Hamilton triumphs with close finishes and fastest times by F P Ingham and others.

Bie Cvclista Vents Eidera J. Bedwell J. Hamilton C. Morris Feaults B. Monck FL Ingham Tomin W. Lehmnann J. McDowgall C. Livesey B. Calvert E Licbeck F. Parker Dl. Tapscott Wranklin Afleen Separatng Chile Jim Mr Donesll Ollens Bomin Sonee Redwell W. Prior L. Bay Ingham A. Ralph W. Martin A. Core J. McDougall

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