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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1926
Page
2
Tenders are invited by Monday January 3 1927 for conduct of a Publican's General Licency on Denmark grounds at the Denmark Annal Sha on Wednesday February 0 127. Full particulars from the Secretary Pitt.
In Albany and across the Commonwealth, Christmas is seen as a time of harmony and mercy. The article discusses how climate differs from spirit, urges a restful holiday, and quotes Walt Whitman on inviting the soul to loaf. It emphasizes faith, evolution of thought, and a universal wish for a Merry Christmas.
The article discusses the early idea of a federated Australia as more than a mere imperial duchy, noting the shift from imperial dependence to a distinct national Commonwealth. It highlights debates among colonial leaders, the navy's role, and changes in policy since federation.
The Commonwealth Government argues the present direct taxation system burdens states and is costly and risky. It seeks a practical shift aligning with Constitution section ten, noting Western Australia supports Commonwealth finance. Eastern States’ stance weakens the empire’s borrowing power as Dr Farle Page notes existing recommendations cannot be fully implemented.
The Main Roads Board set apart £1000 for Lake Satdie road, to be carried out by the Public Works Department. Christmas holidays for Albany are Dec 25 27 and Jan 1 2. The Railways Minister promised 200 bigs weekly. actual shipments top 300 000 bags. Whaling at Albany discussed with Captain Olsen backing a new venture at Frenchman Bay. Albany Cemetery improvements proceed and a new rite for a future cemetery is awaited. Despatch dates for the holiday period are December 27 30 with January 4 printing. Boots Church gift sale planned in January at Town Hall. Religious services are scheduled across Albany with multiple church activities.
In Albany a special council session led by Mayor C H Wittenoom set loan rates for the coming year. The town clerk outlined statutory constraints and the council adopted rates for various loan items and the general rate, with adjustments to specific projects and expenditures.
The report covers a missing person case in Mount Barker, later found by Mia McNamara in her orchard. It details a Garden Party fundraiser for the Anglican Church building fund raising over £31, a baby competition raising £9 11s 6d, and school break–up events with a Plantagenet Park sports day and detailed event results. It also notes a cricket match in Borden with local club members returning victorious.
The article notes two Bowser pumps being fitted at Nockolds Bros and North's store as part of improvements between Denmark and Albany. It mentions a Hag iele boge nearing completion and an occup ion soon with a new facility almost ready and set to open shortly.
Observance of Christmas Day at Methodist Church Deumare includes a morning service at 11 with the theme The Birth of the Babe and an evening service at 7. A Christmas Day service will be conducted at the parish site on December 31 at 11 30 pm.
Divine service led by Mr. W Shields with sessions at 7 90 p m 11 p m and 2 30 p m all congregants urged to observe yearly council reflections and progress. Scanlan reports council feedback and appreciation to the congregation.
London wheat cable reports varied Australian wheat shipments for December and January. Western Australia and Victoria consignments include 260 tons at 65 per quarter, 1000 tons at 55/4 per quarter, 2000 tons at 50/, and 3000 tons for January at 65 per quarter to the Suez Canal route via the Cape. The Weetralian Farmers Ltd notes the indebtness is set with interest in Australian wheat.
Adelaide reports a murder at the boot factory of D. and W. Murray Ltd in North Unley. Somes Francis Flanagan suffered multiple circular wounds to the scalp and was found in a locked room, with investigations ongoing and no arrests by Thursday. The force used is believed to be a hammer or steel-toed boot.
James Flanagan was killed in a locked room at the Chley boot factory. An Adelaide Boot Co. ex employee was arrested on suspicion but released after two hours of questioning. Post mortem found head injuries with hammer like indentations suggesting brutal assault.
Mr H P Brown director of Powss and Telegraphs thanked officers and staff for actions during Friday shooting tragedy at the G P O. J Beare received a badge of recognition for bravery. Deputy Director J Mason had a bad night in Narma Hospital but felt better next morning. F E J Doble, the other victim, remained in Adelaide hospital with a good night.
Emma Francia Hill a 17 year old girl was found dead with a deep throat wound on December 4 near Alexander avenue and Bt Filde road. Coroner Mr Berriman presided at the morgue inquest. Terie a 25 year old painter was in custody and Devitt was committed for trial on a murder charge after evidence was heard.
Interstate cricket at Adelaide Oval sees New South Wales chase 446 in the fourth innings to seal a dramatic win over South Australia on day five. Andrews and Morgan notch centuries for the victors as the batting display anchors a remarkable stand and a memorable performance by NSW.
In London December 21 Mr 3 M Brice Prime Minister of Australia leaves Liverpool for America aboard the Majestic after a fatigued day of calls at St James's Palace and encounters with L C Amery Lord Chelmsford and other officials before setting sail.
A lively colonial pageant narrates the making of the King's pudding with Earl Meath as Santa Claus presiding. Bantering by Banta Claus Parl Meath and Dominion reps stirs in Bonth Afri jemm raisings, pulutanas, and Australian currants as the mixture binds in a festive display. Lord Meath hopes the pudding will unite the empire by Christmas Day.
The Bunethwick by-election results show Donald Mosley of Labor winning with 16 077 votes while Pike of Conservative and Baylion of Liberal trail with MO and 2000 votes respectively.
The Liberal candidate Mr Bayliss forfeits his £160 deposit after failing to poll the minimum votes. Mistinguett, famed revue star, insured for £200,000, announces return to mid Victorian length skirts for her Moulin Mistinguett revue while keeping suggestive allure subtly.
An article notes an individual from Persia preparing to open a perfume shop in Paris specializing in Oriental scents. It mentions frugal living, low prices, and the inability to part with jewelry due to savings.
Rome reports the Marchese di Pinedo announces a bold new world flight starting late January. He aims to cover 70,000 miles touching five continents aboard a custom built aircraft.
Fragmented text indicates a Philippine reference to applying to the League of Nations for some role or recognition. Key entities include Philippines and League of Nations. Details on dates or scope are unclear from the readable lines.
An unintelligible fragment references the Japanese emperor and public mood. It notes optimism fading and mentions a crowd or assembly, hinting at uncertain wartime reactions without clear details or outcomes.
Christmas observations recount a town event where children received gifts and a tree was decorated. Local residents, Indies, and Hemen contributed with banners, foliage, and costumes. The event, on the 20th, closed with a communal celebration and plans for prizes on New Year’s Day.
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