Albany News Briefs Highlight Train Plans and Local Death
Readable items describe a proposed special Albany train from Perth on Saturday aimed at easing Perth traffic. A French cruiser Victor Hugo would skip Albany visit, heading to Fremantle, with Melbourne link plans. Local obituaries report a death from heart failure near Lake Grace aged 44, and Albany social and sporting notes include Larker Race Club activities and a forthcoming race meeting with special train services.
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Siluee
Lindellap
Tam- TrelEiye
Wesley
Perth
B.S Williwits
J. Senddan
Albany
Willians Lis
Sons
Victor Hugo
West Australie
Fresantle
Auter Mesaupe
Melbourne
Villars
Fin State
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Albany Hotel
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Dumbleyung
Sirah
Lake Grave
Miny
Walker
Heath
A. E. Bart
R.M
W. J. Hockley
Mr. Barker
Met
Barker
Mt Barker Races Weights List For January Event
Weights for the Mt Barker Cup and supporting races are listed with horse names owners and weights. Several entries appear garbled but key weights and horse names such as King Yous Sper Fidge and Perumy are noted alongside owners like A J Varker and G Neil. The Strand Cafe will serve three course meals for residents and visitors starting tomorrow with special terms for weekly hoarders.
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Jones
Minx Perkoe
A. J Varker
W. Ty Witypatrick
G.neil
A. G. Powell
Devine
Reafdente
Strand Cafe
Federal Elections Report On Senate and House Votes
The article covers Saturday elections for the House of Representatives and the Senate, noting informal ballots ran high. It lists results with Mr Prowse leading the Albany race for the House and Mr Needham atop the Senate poll for Albany, plus distributions of party votes and late Sunday counting updates.
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Seauty
Hoos of Representatives
House of Representatives
Forrest
Prowse
Country
Uprley
Hjever
Labor Party
Browne
Peru
Palo
Diduton
Albany
Wedd
Senate
Watiaes Hy
Tabor
Needham
Alte
Bussacout
de Lurgic
Venidersom
Kingemill
Dal Lesuru
Rogers
Nat
Varrll
Yorrest seat elections update with partial results
Live mid afternoon tally shows scattered figures for the Yorrest seat in the House of Representatives and the Senate. Voters in other electorates have begun voting as progressive blocs report partial tallies, with several candidates listing vote counts such as Stone and Henderson among others in the early returns.
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Yorrest
House of Representatives
Senate
Lokin
Rogers
Baal Darlot
Graham
Williams
Hugsecott
Henderson
Lagarus
Carroll
Bord Sanderson
Neidhaw
Interstate Returns Report Mixed U S Vote Totals
The report notes federal election results with several state race figures across Western Australia South Australia Victoria New South Wales and Queensland. It mentions Labor gains and Liberal counts alongside seat notes in various electorates and cities and glimpses of cafe hours at a Strand Cafe.
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Victoria
Western Australia
Fremantle
Hedges
Holman
Watson
Bolton
Carson
Clewentson
Fowler
Mann
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Foley
Green
Tots
South Australia
Labor
Liberals
Grey
Lacey
Poynton
Defence
Richmond
Flinders—Bruece
Thomson
Ballarat
Coldium
King
Bendigo
Murry
Jowett
Jude
New South Wales
Cowper
Page
Thumay
Elliot
W. L. Johnson
In Danger
North Sydney
Naghes
Piddington
Cook—Catts
Club meeting sparse as Teachers and Citizens Association opens
Mr Barker notes the initial general meeting called for Tuesday evening was poorly attended. James reported the association’s work since its inception, a motion to adjourn until Friday carried. A Thursday concert by State school children drew parents and supporters to promote welfare and prizes were awarded by Rev F E Tuines. Cricket round three saw Central lose at Mockwood Road as Blackwood's 126 propelled them past 20. Tomorrow the Kladeaup Kostume Komedy Koncert Kompany returns to Barker with a larger program and tickets at 3/8 and 2.
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Wir
Wd. Okely
C. Pargoos
Ilacunston
Gen. Wall
F. Collings
Secimé
R. Collims
V. Wain
Johnny Joy
Roger de Coverley
Horns
Rey
Mir
Planta Hemel Park
Central
Mockwood Road
Centrals
Bursiom
C. Wright
Saunnesa Sevice
Blackwood
Southess
J. Riches
Clarke
Sooresa
Kladeaup Kostume Komedy Koncert Kompany
Mit Barker
C. J. de Garis
America
Mt. Barker
Governor and Lady Newdegate Leave Albany for Perth
Personal dispatch notes Sir Francis Newdegate and the Hon Lady Newdegate arriving from England and departing by train to Perth. Their holiday in the OM Country left them in good health. Albany member Mr. J Seaddan arrived from Perth on a short visit and unveiled the Norse Sag memorial before continuing to Mt Lee by motor coach.
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Lady Newdagate
England
Perth
Newdegate
Albany
J. Seaddan
Mt. Lee
Empire Theatre to Screen Dont Shoot and The Queen of Sheba
The Empire Theatre presents Dont Shoot starring Herbert Kawliasan in a dramatic tale about love crime and reform with a police politician conflict. Also on show The Queen of Sheba a grand 10 reel Technicolor style love intrigue spectacle featuring chariot races and royal spectacle.
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Igul
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Orient
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The Convert on Screen at Town Hall
Town Hall presents a slick screen version of The Convert by Goldwyn Company this Wednesday. The temperamental middle aged music teacher and his wife star in a tale of romantic entanglements and jealousy with Lewis Stone leading a strong cast, plus Pathé company comedies.
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Goldwyn Company
Connett
Lewis Stone
Pathe Company
Too much Business at Barker Pictures Shown Saturday Night
An abandoned orphanage backdrop frames the film Too much Business at Mr Barker’s venue on Saturday night. The picture weaves business, children and romance and moves swiftly with a light touch. It stars Edward Horton Edith Grey Terry Tully Marshall John Riepple Carl Gerrard Elsa Lorimo Yelen Gilmore Mack Fenton Tom Murray.
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Toone Dusiness
Mi. Barker
Hotellerie Des En
Earl Derr Bigners
Saturday Night Post
John Henry and the
Jess Robing
Edward Horton
Edith Grey Terry
Tully Marshall
John Rieppling
Carl Gerrard
Elsa Lorimo Yelen Gilmour
Mack Fenton
Tom Murray
Mack Sennett
Pathe Review and Gazette
Memorial to Nurse Law Observed by Albany Citizens
A late gathering at Albany Cemetery honored nurse Law, who served overseas and died of consumption. The granite memorial plinth, carved locally, was unveiled with prayers by Rev Fellows and other ministers, officials including Mayor E. Ialison present, and a procession of citizens. The ceremony recalled Law’s service to sick and wounded soldiers and praised nurses’ contributions alongside soldiers.
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Suree Law
Haduinn
Abi
Middleton Road
Hev. S
Barker
Maley
J. Scuddun
E. Ialison
Hou
Burvill
W. Sadddup
Law
Battlefeld
Australia
Villaens
Killen Mubal Suw
Kellowa
Woollen Mills Debate in Perth Prompts Investment Push
Perth discussions on a Western Australian woollen mill proposal focus on demand, capital, management, and export competition. Directors aim to hire qualified staff and push for 120000 for machinery and 70000 for working capital, arguing Eastern State success justifies the venture despite local hesitation.
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Western Australia
Perth
Laetere
England
Australia
B. T. Robinson
Grigg Opposes Narcogia-Lowwii Railway Plan Sparks Elector backlash
Perth report notes J A Grigg of MUL.C. facing strong opposition to a proposed Narcogia-Lowwii railway. In East Province voters reportedly disapprove, and T A Whitford, chairman of the Narenvin-Doeardi project, deposits £200 to test the seat challenge.
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Threats Intensify as Farmers Testify in Herrin Case
In Fahmehs New York a wave of intimidation follows the Herrin trio Weld tilled. Farmers formed secret litigation and warned that for each witness killed another toll will be exacted. One William, before testifying, broke down and begged excusal, fearing for his family’s safety and potential attacks.
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Herrin Trio
Ant
Christmas Racing Carnival Derbies and Cups At Perth
Senator William King proposes a conference on disarmament as part of a Perth event program. The latest betting shows Derby favorites Killlecranbiy and Garena Sard at 4 to 1 and 4 to 1 with Perth Cup contenders Scorpias and Pulr Intervenor near 7 to 1. Authorities note Derby and Cup races feature local entrants including Movolonone and Char amid a busy program.
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William King
Perth
W.A. Derby
United States
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Perth Cup
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Purge
Char
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Kilreid
Melbourne Fire Damages Barker's Printing Works
A Melbourne fire on Saturday afternoon badly damaged Barker's printing works in Little Latrobe Street. Firefighters arrived quickly and contained the blaze after a hard test, but stock and premises suffered extensive water and heat damage in a congested area.
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Melbourne
Barker
Latrobe
Ships for Australia extend American lines to Oz ports
At least two American shipping companies are negotiating to extend service to Australian ports. A syndicate with substantial American capital has formed in 1908 to load freight for Australia. Sir William Reaction Smith and Some Limited of Cardiff and London reportedly back the proposition with tonnage. Vessels will land at Philadelphia New York and Port Arthur Texas for Australia, with the new line directed from Los Angeles.
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William Reaction Smith
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Cardiff
London
Philadelphia
New York
Port Arthur
Texas
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Oest
Los Angeles
Wedding Bells for Miss Garrity and Mr Sampson at Albany Church
The wedding of Miss EK Garrity eldest daughter of Nurse ouch and Mr W Sampson of Tigelap took place last Friday afternoon at Albany Baptist Church. Best man was Mr L Cameron. bridegroom’s brother Mr C Garrity gave her away. The ceremony, officiated by Rev Evans and Salvation Army Adjutant Palmer, featured lace veils, bouquets, and a reception hosted by Mrs Hyde. The couple departed for the Gonion River honeymoon aboard the evening train.
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Tigelap
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Miss Coombs
Gonion River
Chinese Bandits Fire On American Passenger Dies
Chinese bandits fired on an American traveler in a big motor vehicle near Pekin on December 17. Charl Colman, an American, died from wounds inflicted in the attack.
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Colman
Big Uotor
St Johns Fete Opens Amid Garden Gifts and Governor’s Visit
The St John’s fete drew crowds under clear weather as stalls offered onions, needlework, tea, and sweets. Governor Burt opened the event with remarks of thanks, and proceeds totaled about 14 pounds with a wood donation auctioned for 22 shillings.
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St. John’s
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A. E. Burt
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Burt
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Harris
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Syme Johnson
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Albany Returned Soldiers League cancels Thursday smoke social
The Albany sub branch of the Returned Soldiers League cancels its Thursday smoke social due to many members being engaged this week. The branch will recess until January 16, and thanks supporters and well wishers for their past insistence and wishes a happy season.
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Albany
Returned Soldiers’ League
Committee of Management
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