Firewood Tender Offered by Lands and Surveys Albany
Tenders are invited for firewood at King River Albany in lots not exceeding 2000 cords. Tenders due February 18 1927 at 11 am to the District Surveyor Albany. Conditions include 10 percent deposit, delivery to King River wracks, removal within three months, and forfeiture for non completion. Further details from Agricultural Adviser C K Baron Hay Albany.
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Corr
Albany
King River
C. K. Baron Hay
UC. H. Wittthoom
Carey
Ilm
A.S. Marguerite
FLM
A. H. Wittenoom
Alhiay Lana
Department of Agriculture
Hany
Lantet
Denmark Iultural and Horticultural Society
Laat
Perth
Elleker
Sir William Campion
Srlpteves Tear Segsies
Denmark
Albany Education Department announces evening continuation classes
Free programs in commercial, industrial, and domestic courses start February 14. Intending students can enroll February 7, 5, 9, or 10 or any school evening thereafter from 7 to 9 pm. A meeting of the Albany Branch Labor Party is set for Monday at 7:20 pm with invitations to all members.
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Albany State
Albany
Panigess
Allends
Serpentine Road
Meter Road Road
Town Hall
Forthcom
Monnt Barker
Albany notices mix sport society and road works
Local items report repairs by Municipal Roads Ltd on Middleton road and new jobs ahead, a compulsory military training comp plan for February 24, and a busy social calendar with the Albany Social and Sports Club farewell. Also noted are harbor business transfer to K B Christie and a letter of thanks from the Marguerite crew.
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St. John's
W. Johns
York Street
Middleton Road
Municipal Roads, Ltd
Albany
Forte
Australian Labor Party
Momlay
Docgin Ie
Messrs
Armatron and Watera
Wikion
Crster Harbor
Albany Electors Weigh Gratitude and Public Service
A lengthy Albany Electoral piece questions how gratitude is shown for public service and who should be trusted to represent the constituency. It cites Mr Wansbrough’s record of local highway funding school erection and openness on public matters, versus critics who argue for change to a candidate with fewer public deeds.
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Cork
Uct
Donald Laken
Parliament House
Inez
Albany
Wansbrough
Cireame
Albany Golf Carnival Sees Mixed Handicap Play Drawn
A large crowd witnessed a mixed handicap event at Albany on Saturday with 16 horses plus players, led by W Hyem and Miss Forbes winning with a score of ff. Second place went to Mr. Cuthbertson and Mrs. Walter Harper. Numerous other pairs posted scores and wagers were recorded across many entries.
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Elaine
Deetou
Albany
W. Hyem
Miss Forbes
H. Chidiow
Chidiow
E Richardson
Mies M. Hichandeau
KR. Forbes
Misa Artindol
Bort Ant Mise Parkes
4. & Johriain
Mise Pope
KK. M. Clyde
Miss Thomson
I, Parry
Miss Amalie
I. E. Miles
Mira Wheeldon
A. W. H. Wilson
Mra. Mows
Alfe. Catling
Mra. Ras
A. Anderson
Shannon
C. W. Harper
Cohen
A. H. Slinnan
Mias
Hivhardgon
Dr. Crixp
Misa J. Tayviir
C. H. Wittencem
Mixy Lyon
William Cam- Dien
Moir
W. Lehszinski
Mes. Lelsinski
Z. A. Robins
Mee Minon
Ingeldley Wid
Catling
Wall
Mra
Mor. Geld
J. EF. Pullen
J. FE. Warburton
Presentation of Trophies at Carnival Awards
His Excellency Sir William Campion presented trophies to the week’s successful competitors and congratulated each winner. The governor praised the carnival success and the Albany Golf Club’s role in the Ane Jinks and the administration of the event before adjourning.
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William Campion
Eulugin
Albany Golf Club
Matches End With Visitors Defeating Albany by 14 to 54
In a dense scorecard of results the visitors beat Albany across numerous pairs. Notable results include Sir Wm Campion and partner winning 2 and 1, and Tom Anderson securing 5 and 4 in a string of 14 matches to 54 in favor of the visitors. The ladies hosted afternoon tea for both teams after the play.
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Albany
Wm. Campion
A. H. Shannon
Dr. Crisp
M. L. Andersen
Ww. Harper
KR. H. Tomlinson
A. 8. Johnson
F. H. Toke
W.E Campion
A. EB. Burt
Ad. Wilson
Dr. Home
FE. Cuthbertson
W. Anderson
Ton Catling
T. BE. Richardeon
F. G. Demputer
BE. Balston
Rex Anderson
Dr. Robinson
C. P. BR. Wall
A. Parry
Tom Anderson
C. FH
Wittencam
A. Ledzinski
Jones
XN. M. Dempster
A. BE Catling
FE. Warburton
Chidlow
All Square
Dr. Togoliby
A. J. Herman
ML. BL Johnson
B. Lennard
W. P. Feemann
W. A. Hyem
EB. M. Glyde
H.W. Crommelin
H. F. Miles
Lemma
Albany State School Welcomes New Headmaster
Mr Roy Potts of Wagin assumes the Albany State School headmaster post replacing A W Senior and begins duties at the opening of the school on Wednesday. Mr F Layton, who spent no holiday at Albany, returned home Friday night and noted the poor road and footway conditions after renewing many acquaintances and making new friends.
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Roy Potts
Wagin
Albany
A. W. Senior
Beaconafield
F. Layton
Albany Club Golf Reports Thin Windy Thursday Scores
In windy conditions at Albany Golf Club the Ladies 19 Hole Handicap event saw Mrs Grey Egerton-Warburton win with a 14 handicap and Legge 27, while Miss Lyon was runner up. The Men 18 Hole Handicap Bogey contest was won by B Connor with a 14 handicap at 6 up.
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Albany Golf Club
Grey Egerton
Warburton
Legge
Chidlow
Misa Parker
J. Anderson
Harkness
J. Taylor
Mise Moir
Ahi. Shannon
Mise M. Richardson
Jolly
J. Montgomery
Mesdamee Ras
Blake
A. RB. Home
W. Harper
M. Foulkes-Tayior
Jones
Thomson
Whitlock
T. E. Richardson
Danny
A.byrne Johnson
Walter Stowart
R. Summerhayes
FE. Cuthbertson
G. A. Parry
Campion
Ross Anderson
Ralston
FP. G. Demmster
BR. Vorhes
M. Reidy
A. J. Herman
FR. Orbeon
TE. Richardo N
Frank Whitlock
Albany Harbor Scheme and Port Development Debates
The report discusses Albany harbor enhancements and a proposed port development plan. It notes opposition to delaying works, supports dredging and new jetties, and calls for a continued, comprehensive study to protect state trade while addressing revetment and harbour administration concerns. It cites figures around a £3,000,000 expenditure and references Sir George Knoxland’s views on prewar pricing and Fremantle port competition.
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George Kaxlan
Hie
Albany
Bunbury Ib
Wertern
Australia
New Electoral Enrolments and Road Works Controversy
The article reports a surge of electoral enrollments and claims of road work being used in an election drive. It cites Minister for Works McCallum and concerns over distribution of road gangs and funding transfers to districts, with opposition alleging political manipulation of federal grants.
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Vleetard
Allans Troll
Mr. McCallum
Tihe
Sam
Th Main Roads Board
A McCallum
Armilwoyy
Mor
United and Country Porte
Lalo
Fhill
Daw Inder
Western Australia
Cricket scorecard excerpt with player downs and outs
A fragment lists players and down figures including W. A. Hyem Beni eneki Dr Robinson A B Catling Dr Ingolly F Barrett-Ler P Cromley plus others started but did not return cards naming Sir Wm Campion C H Wittencom C E Warburton A J Wilson Tom Robinson D J Walker T Andrews C H Lamb and Ed W Parker.
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W. A. Hyem
Benieneki
Dr. Robinson
A. B. Catling
Dr. Ingollty
F. Barrett-Ler
P. Cromley
Wm. Campion
C. H. Wittencom
C. E
Ladies and Gentlemen Golf Week Continues With Handicap Foursomes
On Friday the golf week proceeded with an 18 hole handicap foursomes won by Mrs Whitlock and Miss Wheeldon. In the afternoon the men played a similar event won by Messrs T Robinson and G A Parry from a 15 handicap. Cards returned show a mix of pairs and handicaps, with further participation from Mrs M Anderson Miss Whitlock and others.
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Miso
Anderson
Mine Whitfock
Mies Fyom
Amd
Mary Richardson
Mre. Cohen
Mins Ainslie
Misa Cama
Mekensie
Danny
Hussett
Mina Moir
Pope
Dare, Jones
Chidiow
Blake
Grey Warburton
Richardson
Leggoo
Home
F. J Thomson
Mis. Harkness
Cameron
Taylor
Mira McMillan
Harkness
Arangell
Paynt Thoma
Miss Son
Late News on Fire Brigade Officer Death in State
An obituary from the Hoath aoe ag St. lei of Choe hospital notes the death of a longtime voluntary fire brigade secretary who joined from Victoria. He served as secretary during formation of the statewide volunteer force and had been a key figure with the WA Fire Brigade Board, where Mr Brennan represented volunteers.
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Wanon
Newwiation
WA Fire Brigade Board
Brennan
Orgunixations
Champion Yachtsmen Sail From Fremantle
Almost all of the yachtsmen who came to Western Australia for the Australian sailing championship departed by the 9, Zewlandia on fator lay. They praised the state for provisions and agreed the contests upheld the best traditions of Australian yachting. Boats were placed aboard the liner Anite steamer.
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Western Australia
Zewlandia
Fatorlay
Suspected Murder Ties Motels to Fatal Grosvenor Death
Police probe links murder and robbery to a body found at the Grosvenor Hotel on Sunday. John Robert Hindmarsh, 35, identified as the deceased, had visited a jeweller with rings prior to the incident. Police report an early arrest in the inquiry.
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Adelaide
Grosvenor
Vlice
John Robert Hindmarsh
Melbourne Suburban Fires Near Heidelberg Raging
In Melbourne on Saturday grass fires spread toward Heidelberg nine miles from the city. A powerful wind swept through the area burning 1500 trees and threatening many homes. Firefighters redirected the blaze, preventing it from reaching several houses, with losses estimated around £1000.
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Melbourne
Heidelberg
Conversion Loan Progress Report by Federal Treasurer
Dr Earle Pai reports the conversion loan has been highly successful with £25,000,000 converted. Wharities converted total £14,401.00 of 4 percent bonds due December 10 and £10,000,000 of Voprowt. Collinge, due December 15, will convert into 5 percent stock and bonds. The text notes 24,000 conversions received though OCR errors obscure some details.
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Earle Pai
Bn Collinge
Atock
Honda
World's Champion Sculler Held For Ransom
Sydney reports a ransom demand linked to the disappearance of Najor Goodsell. A letter from Mexico claims Major Goodsell can compete in a sailing championship if 6000 Mexican dollars are paid to a bank in Varquis Mexico City. The unsigned message targets a Sydney supporter and requests rapid remittance.
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Sydney
Najor Goodsell
Hang Jculley
B. U
Abbotaford
Mexico
Goodsell
Varquia
Vicri Tits
Godsell
Wall
Eniok
Mexican Commercy Bank
Mexico City
Uhr
Queensland V Victoria in Sheffield Shield at Brisbane
Cricket match report from Brisbane details Queensland batting first for a strong start at the Exhibition Oval amid a broader summary of the Sheffield Shield game between Queensland and Victoria. The piece also notes a royal half mast flag ceremony ordered by Col Amery and King George.
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Brisbane
Queensland
Exhibition Oval
Longest motor car expedition planned from Australia to Canberra
London reports the Automobile Association plans a five vehicle epic motor tour from its Sydney headquarters to Canberra. The journey aims to coincide with the visit of the Duke and Duchess of York for the Federal Parliament opening, with Mr Francis Birtles among the party.
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London
Automobile Association
Australia
Sydney
Duke and Tiehens of
York
Anberra
Frani
Birtles
Tremors Shake China as Calamity Fears Rise
In the wake of New Year earth tremors there is unease among Chinese people who fear a coming disaster while public mood remains quiet. Winston Churchill questions grounds for anxiety and Eugene Chen censors cables amid the tension.
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Winston Churchill
Eugene Chen
Vic Cenr
Proposed Royal Visit to Dominion of Canada
Premier Mackenzie King announced the King and Queen are considering a July visit to Canada to attend the Diamond Jubilee of the Confederation of Ottawa.
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Dominion OF Canada
MacKenzie King
Canada
Confederation of Ottawa
Singapore Strait Goverment Acquires 860 Acres
Reuters reported the Strait Government acquired 860 acres in the northeast corner of Singapore Island to support eastern shore defence around the Naval Base.
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Governmet
Singapore Island
Rumors of Italian King Abdication Stir Paris Reports
A British correspondent in Paris relays persistent rumors from Italy of tensions between Mussolini and the Italian royal couple. The reports claim the King may abdicate, signaling potential political upheaval in Italy.
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United Presa
Paria Aay
Ttaly
Bignor Mussolini
Italy
Polar Expedition News from Detroit on Wilkins Departure
Detroit reports Captain Wilkins has left for a second Arctic expedition. The city also discusses a proposed aerial Polar expedition using agroplanes within two to three years, to be enacted if Wilkins encounters mishap.
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Detroit
Wilkins
Agroplane Flighta
Campbell Breaks World Speed Record in Pendine Sands
Major Malcolm Campbell powered Bluebird to a new world speed record on Pendine Sands. He achieved an average speed around 174 miles per hour, covering a mile in about 12.7 seconds despite intense wind.
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Malcolm Campbell
Campbell
Cmy
Senator Neely Proposes 6 Million Dollar Cancer Cure Prize
Senator Neely introduces a bill to award 6 million dollars to the discoverer of a cancer cure. A government commission of three eminent scientists chosen by the President would approve the prize. The winner would receive a 250 thousand dollar emolument and serve without pay while the law studies and tests any submitted cure.
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Neely
United States
Perth Markets Report Wide Fruit Demand and Feed Staples
Perth markets show heavy fruit supplies with demand for good lines. Apples strong, nectarines in urgent demand, grapes and tomatoes weak. beans cheap. Wheat and oats steady with mixed quality. chaff prices quoted and overall feed staple values noting declines in some lines.
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Mareeta, Ltd
Wentralian Farmers, Ltd
Neta
Wheat shipments and market nerviness in Western Australia
The Westralian Farmers wheat department reports a February 4 cable noting quiet markets with nervous expectations due to heavy European demand and large stocks. Chartering to Argentina is heavy. Western Australia freight prices are quoted. February and March shipments show re-seller activity and tentative prices, while Manitoba wheat has little buyer interest.
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Westralian Farmers, Ltd. Wheat Department
Europe
Western Australia
Manitoba
Wertheim
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