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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1927
Page
2
The noisy fragment discusses campaigns and candidates with mentions of Hodge, Witt, and Mr Witt. It hints at debates, receipts of support, and potential returns in May. The piece references local towns and elections with scattered phrases about voters, promises, and the state, creating a mosaic of political activity without a clear narrative.
The piece offers a Victorian style meditation on Christmas and New Year rituals. It contemplates duty joy and renewal while urging readers to value health happiness and generosity as the old year ends and a new one begins. It invokes communal warmth and hopes for a prosperous forthcoming year. Local voice underscores shared faith and festive expectations.
Albany notes a Fire Brigade Ball at the Town Hall on Friday night December 1 with promises of a good time and a balloon contest. The Southern Cross Albany railway line lobby seeks data from supporters via Mr Chas Watkins. A Jazz Dance linked to the ALP at the Masonic Hall offers prizes and a social evening. A Women’s Institute Ball and a Christmas recital are planned with performances by the Albany Fire Brigade Band under J Max Wesel. Christmas Train Service details and Albany Central School concert arrangements are noted for year end travel and school program.
The Legislative Council election for the South-East Province will name a member to serve six years. Incumbent Mr. Bievill seeks re‑election, joined by Mr. FL Wit tenoom, Mayor of Mbony, both aligned with the same party. Debate centers on the weight of this six‑year term and the responsibilities of provincial representation.
South Australia won the Sheffield Shield title after a thrilling finish against New South Wales. The match featured strong batting by Tavinies and others, with South Australia securing the final wicket to clinch victory as NSW failed to chase the total.
Melbourne report notes Victoria won by an innings after a weather disrupted game. Queensland were dismissed for a total of 497, with Thompson top scoring on 118. Unclear spell of play referenced, but Victoria chased and ended the match early in difficult conditions.
The Returned Soldiers League holds a meeting at the Telemed Soldiers Sailorh hall discussing old age pensions and executive investigations. Officers raise resignations and transfers for the Novghain branch while clerical matters, signatures, and expenses are reviewed before adjournment.
A fragmentary legend from Stirling Range speaks of a monster Bilbi and spirits Heante and Billi, shaping the hills between Bungarra and Mangarup districts. The rock carvings on Mount Warrucgupy faded. locals recall Bip Kooll peak and a long divide among ranges, with mythic figures watching over the Stirling landscape.
Fragmented text references a political editorial about America’s great metropolis and mentions Methven and Minerien. The legible portions suggest a discussion on editorial stance and a note on securing a wall or barrier metaphor. Names and locations are partially garbled, limiting precise reconstruction.
The Defence Department advertises universal training for boys aged to register residing in Ads Lotia for months and meeting residency requirements. Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring those born in 1814 comply with the stated rules during January and February.
Unclear OCR text describes damaged permanent way affecting rails and trucks near a steel works. Mentions towers, engines, and rails being moved or misaligned. Details are garbled but implies disruption to railway operation and safety around industrial area.
Fragmentary OCR reads about a big bush fire near Perth with scattered names and places. Details are garbled and hard to confirm including several proper nouns and potential locations. No clear outcome or dates are discernible from the readable fragment.
Melbourne reports the death of Jack Saunders, a renowned Victorian left handed bowler and regular member of the Victorian Eleven in his day. He bowled in the era and is remembered for his six wickets for two runs performance and long service to Victorian cricket.
A local Narrikup social afternoon featured the Christon Tree gift arrangement by Mrs Hannon for children. Pupils and staff organized events, with reception of Father Christmas and a school program noted. Cricket fixtures saw Narrikup vs Corbarup at Plantarenvt Park with Narrikup at 2 for 25, J Steele and F Pugh not out. An association meeting planned completing fixtures on December 24 amid cold wet weather and ongoing planting work in Rutherglen bogs.
The Lower Kalgan annual meeting was held Tuesday evening with strong turnout from Lower and Upper King settlers. A unanimous vote supported a pacific entente for the settlers, and the Jan 2 1828 Nanarmi sports day was announced with swimming and foot races for youngsters. Residents of the Central ward are invited to attend, with emphasis on local bathers and public health practicality. An inventor touts rubber tyre strips and cork layers to reduce skidding and improve performance, noting pebble and sand interaction for smoother rides.
Foes in Los Angeles confront a divided citizenry as Merion Warker coalition seeks comment while a near stalemate ties votes. The unrest centers on residents taking law into their own hands amid rising tensions and harsh rhetoric.
A seventeen year old is identified as the killer in a Los Angeles homicide case. Authorities describe the suspect as a juvenile with no prior public record, and describe the investigation as ongoing with no motive disclosed. Local residents await further updates from police briefings.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a crime motive discussion involving forgery tied to a bank figure named Percy Parker and a protest at Parker's residence. Lacking full details, the text references a claimed reverse motive and references an arrest or conviction context without clear dates or locations.
A fire broke out on the U S aircraft carrier Langley due to a gasoline leak. One crew member was killed and fourteen were injured. The incident occurred near Sou Meer atliforniad, Dee, 21.
A motor ship named Doris Crane on fire with twelve crew members positioned about 340 miles north of Honaluka. Captain Davidson is in command as the vessel burns with searing flames stretching the Sealian terishes region.
New York December 21 The crew of the submarine S4 was rammed and sunk by the destroyer Paulding. Hope for their safety fades as rough seas hinder rescue efforts. Navy resources including pontoons drills and dredges are mobilised to strike at first clear weather.
In a forward looking view the article notes growing settlement and railway projects boosting the Albany hinterland including Den, Cranbrook, Mount Barker, and Norpalup. It highlights expanding crops wool and fruit in districts like Narrogin Kendenup and Tambellup with Albany port as focal. The tone anticipates prosperity and a shared rise for the town and its port as a new era begins.
A letter to the editor from a reader explains an unintentional allusion during a Monday concert. The writer apologizes for the remark about Miss Rogers and clarifies it was not intended to offend.
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