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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Dec 22, 1921

Page

1

Kendenup Hosts Central Trials Amid Busy Cricket Meeting

Local club action at Kendenup saw Central players test skills under windy conditions. Clarke starred with bat and ball, delivering a standout innings and bowling figures while Mills and Williams contributed solid scores. The match featured spirited fielding, notes of wind impact, and praise for Kendenup’s ground efforts.

Areme Clarke Willy Htinsio Yopo Cail Wright Kesyrstis Coell Coutrals Hull Willaim Billy Hutton Duicke Konderup Konderon Ounifield George Mills Mills George Mille Carherip Blackwood Road Wallace Clothier Fred Williams Whllemn Gera Wall Jing Stith Nee Martin Alee Fred Wilktins Corhorap Hehog Wight Hart Sanders Wright K. Wallace H. Wallace Ernie Williams Len Riches Keun Souuness Tom Sounness Fred Atu Warheron Tog Wilwon Ted Thomas Kendenup Moe Wright

Robert Bell Revealed as Agent for E. G. McKenzie Co.

Robert Bell identified as agent for E. G. McKenzie Company in records from the late 19th or early 20th century. The notation suggests Bell acted on behalf of the firm as an intermediary or representative. Further details remain unclear due to incomplete OCR text.

The Problem of the Buyer

At this time of the year every man woman girl and boy faces the problem of what to buy for mother father brother or sister.

Firm Promises Bigger, Better Christmas Gift Selection

An advertiser touts a firm with a larger varied assortment for Christmas shopping. The message emphasizes a bigger selection suitable for all occasions and urges customers to concentrate their purchases there.

Dainty Gifts from the Showroom Lavine Worle Kaleo

A catalog of apparel and accessories including silk scarves frontals and coats. Items feature various fabrics and colors with prices and sizes noted, highlighting ladies wear and millinery in a staged showroom offer.

Useful Gifts from the Dress Department

The dress department offers a wide range of fabrics and garments. Highlights include 274 yard Dinphaten silk and crepe options, 260 yard Merreekie and 178 robe length Englieb crepes, plus Veliceen and Tobira fabrics. A broad selection from Engtinh, Seuitel, and Uriah Tweed is also listed for various presents and wardrobe needs.

Seuitel Uriah Tweed

Court schedule notes multiple cases in Central districts

The record lists a string of cases between Bar up and Kendenup and others, with multiple hearings on No 1 and No 2 courts. Dates include January 7 and January 14, plus February 4, and notes reference oil reserve pitches in No 1 and Bowviews Park No 2.

Aurbarup Bowviews Park

Acceptable Gifts from Manchester Department

Acceptable gifts items include Napery ranges with Cosy Covers and Pillow Shams, Tray Cloths, Linen Table Clothes in various sizes, decorative sets, and Christm as gifts. A wide assortment features Mohair items, curtains, and door slips in brown red and green, all useful for homes.

Napery Albany

Polio Sheds and Menswear Now Staged in One Ad

A garbled Mercury Department ad lists holiday style goods and prices for polio sheds in gold or white, striped sport shirts, silk ties, handkerchiefs, bowler socks, bow-tie sets, and menswear including bespoke suits, with prices ranging from 1/0 to 9. piece suits. The text references Lombard and Went brands in a period tone.

Hoys Went Wul

Handy Gifts from the Fancy Department

An old retail display lists assorted ladies wear and novelties including lace edge hosiery silk scarves and gloves. Items feature French make imitation suede gloves and silk stockings with prices in shillings. Readers can find wire goods and children’s accessories among the offerings.

Serviceable Gifts from the Boot Department

Ladies shoes in grey and black with lace and patent finishes are featured, including styles named Geol's and Court Bheen among others. Children's Ton and Black Basel Gent's Ton dod Bek Life are mentioned along with well sewn court and bar footwear options.

Geol Thetig

Land notices open for selection in Plantagenet district

Open auctions on Wednesday January 4 list parcels in Port V2 Beotlon Torbay and Plantagenet Districts. Various lots include 4 acres near Kebaringup 16 miles south, 100 acres in other districts, and a quarry access reserve. Terms reference mortgage and June 1921 interval.

Beotlon Torbay Ninark Lal Denmary Estate Flantageneh Distrit Hilea Marbellyp Erin Plantag Oyen T. H. Allsop Plantagenet District Kebaringup Plantagenet Tonal Jrehise A. W. Parkinson J. C. Mann Executive Council Plantafenet Cranbrook

Fruitgrower Visit Highlights Western Australia Orchard Prospects

Mr. Herbert praises Western Australia fruitgrowing conditions noting low pest pressure and minimal spraying compared with Victoria and Tasmania. He cites Mt Barker Bridgetown and Bridgetown area crops and contrasts with Mt Barker Centre for fine growing while endorsing local inspectors and saying Victoria’s outlook remains hopeful if growers visit WA. The piece mentions Mt Barker Estate and Warburton Merryup properties as notable examples of healthy trees and promising yields.

Herbert Ventres Victora Jerimeigal Bridgetown Walker Deyuartenese Lin Mt. Barker Bridge Town Emner Mt Barker Na Mt Barker Bn W.A Tasmania Victoria Agriultural Department Barker Mr. Fierbert Mount Barker Wal Vieteria Bt. Werburghs E. Warburton Merryup Mesers

Community Letters Question Town Morality And Publicity

A collage of misread prose questions the town’s moral climate and reliance on public figures. It discusses civic duty, the impact of publicity, and the role of local leaders and chambers of commerce in shaping opinion and policy. The piece cryptically critiques reputation, influence, and sustained public discourse.

Cour W. T. Avode Manchester Albmuy Chinber Rultteo Daina Accurato de Oliver Sleepy Hollow

Statement on large estates hindering Western Australia progress

The author criticizes the vast holdings of a few individuals as obstructing state advancement. The piece mentions upcoming plans for a return journey and references Christmas 162, attributing blame to population and outdated legislation. It argues reform is needed to break up the large estates.

Herbart Western Australia

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