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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 03, 1927
Page
2
Mr and Mrs Jackson and Kandla express heartfelt thanks to friends who sent sympathy messages during their bereavement. They also thank the police and gentlemen who assisted in the search for their missing kin.
The State Legislative Assembly has been dissolved and writs for a new election will follow. Voters must enroll by February 6. The Labor government is praised for advancing state interests, with strong notes on wheat prosperity and industry support, while criticism from extremes remains anticipated.
The article critiques Collier's government for endorsing Federal Deverimen grants and backing a rail line while altering a proposed route. It questions electors about performance and cites criticisms from Labor supporters. It also discusses fishing industry issues at Wilson's Inlet, urging review of closures affecting local livelihoods and food prices.
Government Gazette records cancelation of George Henderson as Albany postal officer and announces Albany High School term start. Local horses Boedgde Contingie Marietino run at Narrogin and Fremantle seat choice follows W C Angwin departure. Roll close for election registration on February 6 with over 21s urged to register. Industrial Exhibition profit totals and marching figures noted.
The Denmark Show plans a full country town day with special trains from Albany and a ceremony by Governor Campion. HMA Marguerite departs after a ten day stay with locals praising visits and seafaring displays. An Albany Rifle Club ball raises funds with social success, while the death of L H Gwynne marks a railway community loss.
The Avant Southern Districts Rifle Union met under President Hugh Marsh on Monday. Officers for the next year were elected including Patton as vice president, Marsh as president, Ford as treasurer, Bruce as secretary, with auditors G. Allen and W. King. The next annual prize meeting will begin on Anniversary Day at the Albany range.
A two and a half year old child died after being left in a motor vehicle that caught fire. Constable Gira verwlerk reports the incident at Nungarin and notes the car belonged to Mr. William Le Vaux, who was away on the farm with the boy George Newman de Vous.
The Albany Roads Board reported a visit by Main Road Board engineers to assess the road from the Kalgan Bridge to Albany and the east road via Rocky Crossing. They discussed next Commonwealth grant funding to clear a 25 ft wide path, with surveys planned, and noted a Torbay trip and meanwood road inspections. A petition from Narrikup to open Chokerop swamp was rejected. Donations of £1 1s were approved for the Victoria Institute for the Blind and Lady Lawley Cottage.
A reader contends that Albany's centenary events slighted children. They argue for a hollow square gathering to witness the Governor, better medal gifts, and free attendance at events, noting the high admission for a child’s ball and questionable motives behind the celebrations.
Forest Hill residents discuss timber sales after a lull in activity, rumored forestry department control, new residents like C Candy and Sowerby, and local chaffing for feed. The Forest Hill Sports Club held a cold morning event, enjoyed a warm afternoon, with events won by Sounness, Tommy Green and Drage, followed by a dance and thanks to helpers.
In Perth on Thursday the final race decided the Australian championship on the Swan River. Scandal and Mixa Vie led the field with strong performances in heats, and Scandal emerged as champion after two wins and a close finish.
The Lord Mayor of Adelaide aims to secure the presence of H M L A Renown for the Duke and Duchess of York visit. A meeting of citizens will be held tomorrow to discuss reviving the application and pursuing the plan.
Mr Munden, previously chosen by the Federal Government for the industrial mission to America, has resigned the secretaryship of the Mercy Trades Council. Labor circles expect Munden and A McInnes to end with the mission, while Lalor and allies reportedly try to block them.
A Jaron meeting at the In tington Railway Workshops reviewed a report by Mr Shea chief mechanical engineer on objections from employees. The discussion focused on suspicions about a detective removed and whether the issue affected officers or workers. The gathering found the report entirely satisfactory.
Federal Parliament will begin a test session in Melbourne on March 2 with the key agenda to abolish per capita payments and realign financial relations between the Commonwealth and the States. The arrival of the Duke and Duchess of York in Australia is anticipated, expected in Sydney on March 26, with members slated to convene in Canberra on May.
Denis Benedict Beggan Jahorer, 28, was found guilty by a jury of manslaughter in the death of Mary Geton, a Franklin Street housekeeper, Melbourne. The prosecution said he struck the woman after an argument, causing injuries from which she died. He was remanded for sentence.
A quarrel at a Woolstonecroft house ended with Mrs Alica Ruby Pan 42 Fiji native and Rene Vander Velde 37 commercial traveller dead from bullet wounds and poison. A man died later after the incident.
An Albany visitor and former resident Mr C F Bos returns to renew old ties while Bunbury’s champion tennis player adds another success by taking the West Australian hardcourt singles title at Perth after defeating Miss Officer. Friends salute her as the state’s top player. The note also mentions Middleton ball entertainment for children and a Prince’s fund dispute.
London sent a January cable on Australian wheat noting increased Argentine supplies. buyers pause for heavier shipments. Western Australia February cargoes priced at 54 or 54 a quarter with 2,500 tons sold. January shipments from WA listed at 4 per quarter. Manitoba and Northern shipments also cited with varying rates. The Athany Wire Brigade plans a meeting with full attendance requested.
The dispatch notes talk of a large masa meeting on February 4 but expect peaceful New Year celebrations. A penc il announcement states that Mr D H O O’Malley and Mr Eugene Chea have reached an agreement.
Adviosa from Hankow reports Cantonese Foreign Minister Oben has ended negotiations with Mer O'Mallay representing Britain. No signing of any agreement until British forces concentrate at Shanghai.
Australian explorer Doris Dinham joins the Morning Post literary staff. Introduced by Rudyard Kipling she travels about 200 miles from Cape Town to the Regian Congo with daily native carriers. She is 93 and based in Sydney.
Sir Thomas Lipton ends active control of the firm he founded after fifty years in business. Born in Glasgow slum, he started work at nine shillings a week halves, moved to America at seventeen, returned a millionaire by forty, and opened a provision shop.
Publicans report whisky sales tripled in January as influenza fever spread, boosting tavern trade despite health concerns. The rise reflects drinkers seeking solace amid the epidemic and local merchants noting higher patronage during the period.
A dispatch from Doorn Holland reports the ex Crown Princes of Germany has traveled to the island of Vynen and is said to accept 10000 pounds to lead in a film titled The of Wioringen. The report links Little Willie to the film project.
A Madrid message reports that a film shown in local cinemas led to the exile of Liberal Leader Senor Saocbre uerra. Audience applause for Senor Sanches Geurre and cries of long live the Republic spurred police action, forcing the politician to flee the country.
Reports say Goodsell the world’s sculling champion departed Montroil February 2 leaving no known address. Frank Hagoey, an Australian who hosted Goodsell locally, believes Goodsell has not planned a return or shown up in Brocton since.
Services will be held at the Denmark Methodist Church next Sunday morning and evening with topics The Foolishness of the Crown and Salvation What Is 167. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be administered after the morning service. Mr Pearse to conduct Stotadale School service at 2 pm. Cottage meetings on Feb 4 and Feb 10. Harvest festival proceeds planned for March 1927.
The Denmark district holds Presbyterian services led by Mr. W Bhickla on February 6 with two locations at 2 30 pm and 7 30 pm. Drew, Rubindon and Co announce their annual simmer sale starting February 7 at 2 am featuring heavy cotton goods and wool items, promising deep discounts and a clearance sale. A special sale notice mentions reduced prices and a window display on Saturday night, February 5.
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