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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 02, 1920
Page
3
The Hague dispatch in the Daily Express quotes the ex-Crown Prince of Germany speaking from the Netherlands. He expresses hope to return to Germany in the coming summer and calls for friendship between Germany and Britain while indicating the need for joint effort to rebuild relations.
A garbled wartime note from LOSTHIN references alleged actions by local factions and the possible danger to a river frontier. The text remains unclear about the exact parties involved and the potential government response.
Johannesburg February 1 railway artisans across the Trin demand a ballot on a 44 hour week nine hour day and abolition of piecework. An official statement shows untitled wage serving from 5 shillings per day, with administration having raised from 26/ to 21/ per day.
Moser, Dulgetw and Co report the 1018 London wool sale series opened December 1 and closed December 20 with 156,250 bales inspected. Catalogued lots reached 6M plus 1 bale on description and about 600 free wool bales. Prices declined across classes, with various reductions noted. New Zealand crossbreds showed strength on certain lots, while overall market outlook remains cautious as demand and prices trend downward.
The piece urges Albany to seize a chance to develop a South Perth style residential and health resort at Little Grove. It argues for new housing, better summer accommodations, and a cross harbor link to attract visitors and revitalize the town, noting current limits in lodging and infrastructure. It compares Albany to other ports and stresses the regional benefits of planned growth.
Reports from Albany indicate early oil prospecting near the area with prospectors EW Perkins and Mr Giffney forming a syndicate to explore between Point D’Forrecasteaux and Beemer Bay. The Melbourne financiers and mining magnates are ready to back development if prospects prove remunerative, with further particulars promised in the next issue.
The Albany Co operative Butter Factory Co met Friday with G A Green in the chair as E G McKeagle was absent. Secretary A Buevill reported over 1000 share applications and urged early applications before the share list closes. Dairying expert Mr Hampshire could not name the factory at this meeting but will attend the February 14 session.
Major Braarley arrived with his aircraft for a weekend air show in Albany. Saturday saw five flights starting from Middleton Beach though soft sand forced a change of takeoff to Abellev Beach. Crowds gathered to watch the ascent above Mount Clarence with stunts including loops. Sunday featured eight flights and more aerial feats before plans to move takeoffs to near the two mine sheds for future convenience.
A noisy debate on Denmark’s fruit and farming scene highlights derelict orchards and rising costs. The Butter Factory report to Minister Baxter shows steady butter production and a payout of over £1000 to settlers, while locals call for improved run and farm support amid looming worries for maize and other crops.
The Associated Fruitgrowers Kalgoorlie reports extremely tight fruit supplies for the week ended January 30 with strong demand for beans and pumpkins. Prices are listed for apples, pears, grapes, nectarines, peaches, tomatoes, cabbages, potatoes, beans, pumpkins, and poultry with noted variations in quality categories.
Two truckloads of Mount Barkergate Wood are being cut and railed to Bufbury factory this week, with large quantities likely if the wood proves satisfactory. Forrest Hill sports day yielded 26 pounds 3 shillings 8 pence for the ladies committee to improve the Forrest Hill Wall. Milly Trooper Albert Pickles won Mrs. Andrew Muir’s cake raffle. he served in Egypt and in the demobilisation era. Mount Barker RSA endorsed urging government action to purchase the Kendenup Estate or otherwise settle returned men locally, sending copies to Premier Joseph Mitchell and district member Seadan. Andrew Muir Jr. and Mrs. Muir visited Albany. A note mentions a Domion movement about an acrobat advertising a turn before Europe’s crowd, with an unclear reference to a browned rope.
Town Jetty Baths and Tearooms reopens under new management with Mr Tilakele, a retired naval man. The venue offers fruit in season, Twists' Wares, cool drinks, refreshments, afternoon teas, and exhibitions by The Human Fish and Impervious Man amid renovations. Meals available at all hours for visitors.
Vague notice states a business change affecting the public of Albany with names and roles unclear. It mentions a Returned Seller and a person named L Powell Hommury and references customers and support terms in an illegible hand.
A fragmented 18th century notice in Albany markets publicizes A Bearman, late regimental farrier major, offering blacksmith and farrier work at York Street Athens. The ad touts trade skills, customer satisfaction, and links to Carrigy Hore and Reorrs aHpoulality Terns Meuderate.
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