Dr Maurice B Johnson Practice Partnership
Dr Maurice B Johnson operates a tumenvel practice in partnership with Wr. Al Pyne Jolowon.
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1920
Page
2
Dr Maurice B Johnson operates a tumenvel practice in partnership with Wr. Al Pyne Jolowon.
Western Australia advances paper pulp research with a small test unit at Perth Technical School and plans a semi commercial lab. The project aims to make timber usable for paper across Australia with federal and state funding and industry support. An advisory committee oversees chemistry studies on timber preservation and plant utilisation.
The 54th Methodist Sunday-school anniversary gathered a large congregation with recitations, piano and vocal pieces. Mr. Dickson chaired the event and thanked officers, noting the secretary Mr. Z Barkla and Miss M Thomas for their services. The roll fell from 254 to 220 due to removals while the library and various departments were praised for their work.
The Associated Sfruitgrowers report high use and fair demand with vegetables well supplied. Prices span apples to onions, peaches to apricots, and oranges to potatoes with varied shillings and pence. A seasonal note ends with a playful line about Boy Oldfield’s Christmas Cakes.
The Sailors Rest sale of work opened at 3 p.m. led by Rev. M. R. Maley with Mrs. Hyde presiding. Proceeds aim to erect a fence and clear debt, with brisk sales across stalls from Harri son Hyde to McDougall and Garrity. The Mayoress was expected but not disclosed, and a bouquet was presented to the reverend organiser.
The article lauds De Garis for a bold air route through the south and promotes his publicity driven project to attract population and development to Kendennup and Albany. It reflects on historical figures and the lure of southern expansion in Australia while noting loan figures and past explorations.
A late news report notes Mr Pilkington delivering a forceful address in the Assembly on pastoral Jeans. Mr George, Minister for Works, led a strong counterattack while Opposition support appeared. The Perth member denounced money power and backed priority for small settlers in a vigorous speech.
An exchange states Melbourne lightweight jockey A Walker has agreed to ride for Mr T F Quine at the W A T C annual races at Christmas time. Latest betting shows Perth Cup favourites with Beabound Mirdu Downing Street Digger Silverton Belguen Warrigal and Gold Digger among listed runners.
INTERNATIONAL cricket report from SYDNEY states the first test between England and Australia to begin at the Sydney ground on Friday week. Australia names a 12 man squad with Mayne as twelfth man. England vs Toowoomba match notes England at 110 for 3 after early play at Toowoomba Brisbane.
Owing to rain the Bhefield Shield match New South Wales v South Australia was postponed. Albany Cricket Association rounds for 11 and B-grade divisions will proceed with senior and junior games on Parade Street ground and Ulster-round reserve. Umpires Messrs. HB Davey and Marshall to officiate. teams listed for B-grade East and West sides with Robins Hillard Kinley Prideaux Forts Broun Bail ey and others.
The South Arauy Friends and Sports Syndicate planned a monster children's picnic at South Albany on New Years Day but transport issues and shallow water at the Little Grove jetty forced cancellation. Members are disappointed after months of work, with improvements already made and facilities partially opened, while awaiting transportation to revive the resort for the town.
In London the Prince of Wales addressed a large audience, urging all Empire nations to collaborate with a spirit of comradeship. He closed a forty minute speech stressing continued ties to ancestors and gratitude for past victories.
Sinn Fein leaders say Father O Flanagan's telegram to Prime Minister Lloyd George expressed no personal opinion. They urge public bodies to avoid actions that could draw British government attention until Toil Eireann acts.
In the House of Commons Mr Honor Law referenced an apple remark as still unsettled in relation to Father Flan AA. The brief dialogue hints at a petty dispute or misquotation provoking comment on accuracy and propriety in parliamentary discourse.
Sir Hamar Greenwood stated there could be no successful truce until extreme Irish Republican leaders surrendered or were arrested. Mr. Devlin asked if this was a declaration of war on Ireland, provoking interruptions as he accused the Ulster Unionists. Greenwood said there was no war against Ireland, but action would be taken against extremists.
The serial sale of work for the Sisters of Saint Joseph opened at the school hall yesterday afternoon. Rev Father Gilroy officiated in the mayor's absence, praising the organizing sisters and the arranging workers. Proceeds aimed to aid the church building fund, with stalls offering flowers, produce, fancy goods, and refreshments. The bazaar continued today with both afternoon and evening openings.
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