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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 10, 1921
Page
2
Fragmentary item notes an annual meet event on a February date with references to the Aliuvney Cup and election matters. Mentions a secretary Bruce and general topics likely include civic or club proceedings and motor vehicle related items.
A Sydney style Albany Despatch item notes a February 21 Supreme Court sitting for the Richard Golding case stemming from a November railway accident at the Emily workshops. It also previews Albany Rowe Club races with six events and a £62 prize, plus transport plans. Monday talks feature Dr Earle Page on Australian decentralisation and Albany band recitals in Victoria Square.
Whitfield, a man from the young clan, drank heavily at a hotel during the morning. He drew a revolver and fled with a bottle of brandy. He was arrested, appeared before Mr Burt, pled guilty, and fined £3 with £2 4s costs.
The English team resumed play on Monday with Hendren reaching 274 and Douglas 199 not out as England closed their first innings at 486. Victoria replied 205 with Ryder 118 and Sandford 72, leaving England 74 to win. England achieved the target by seven wickets with Whose worming late in the chase.
Both England and Australia named squads for the fourth test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and held practice yesterday ahead of the match starting tomorrow.
Albany Week starts Monday with Governor Sir Francis Newdegate performing the opening at the Town Hall at noon. Afternoon events run 3 to 5 pm on Parade Street reserve with children activities. the Albany Bowling Club carnival opens and continues all week.
In the Albany Association competitions the fourth round resumes Saturday with North and West clubs facing off in A and B grades. A-grade at Parade Street ground while B-grade plays Ulter Road reserve, starting at 2 pm. North lineup includes Monaghan Lloyd Williams Kit Marshall Quarterjaine O Norman Doggett Jacko Page. Parade ground West lineup lists Davey Nott Henson J Amrove FD Wallis J Saunders Dickinson C Cooper J Reddin Harrison.
Local items report shooting scores in a trophy competition won by W Silvester and T Davies trophies, road lorry plans for Mt Barker, topsoil tomato remarks, and a fire near Mr Perk’s property. New parking shed for Mt Barker Cool Storage Co operative and a WAR MEMORIAL BUILDING committee update with fundraising and opening plans.
A Perth meeting of the Muna ger of Commerce discussed restructuring credits and industry support. Officials considered expanding grants and extending relief to key sectors to boost manufacturing and employment in the region.
A demonstration conducted yesterday by Inspector Miles of the Education Department showcased Len Cinema as a tool for child education. The event, held in Perth, aimed to illustrate how cinema can aid learning and moral instruction, drawing parallels with practices seen in America.
Queensland politician Mr Willivn Lemon in Perth visiting Port or Port h. Lemons role as president of the Queensland Legislative Council noted.
Rumors in Federal political circles suggest Mr Harry Gragar of Dumpler WA may be appointed leader of the Country Party when Parliament resumes, with Mr McWilliams currently serving as leader. Melbourne’s Mr Gregory mentions shareday while WeW leader H G Gregory is noted in discussions.
In Forthay Wisconsin reports indicate Mr dA Mol cannot carry the Labor banner in the Swan pen section of the Federal Parliament. The outcome leaves the labor representation unresolved and awaits party guidance.
Melbourne reports that Marine Transport Unions delay ends only after Prime Minister Hughes agrees to appoint a special tribunal to settle the stewards' strike. No firm decision announced.
In Sydney on Thursday the New South Wales trawling industry posted a profit of £783, reflecting modest gains amid market volatility. Officials noted potential policy impacts and calls for clearer catch limits from fisheries groups.
Brisbane reports that Labor Premier Theodore refused to meet an unemployed deputation amid public indignation. A club to be opened soon will feature purchased lime, lighting, and basic furniture to enable immediate use. Members are being recruited to form a management committee and oversee a furnished building handed over for operation.
London dispatch reports sailors taking possession of the duck ponds harbors, four regiments marching from Moscow to restore order, and tensions amid the Kronstadt siege.
An inaugural event attended by His Royal Highness the Duke of Conmamght on behalf of the King opened the newly inaugurated Chamber at Poh Delhi and Tweedar. Addresses by Mahorajaa Sevndio and other rulers emphasized peace and unity.
In London on February 9 the world amateur billiards championship saw England's Py defeat Australia’s Wellington Towper 2000 to 1760, sealing the amateur world title as the event concluded.
Reports from Her fin indicate considerable hostility toward British and military representatives in London streets and on tramcars, with officers and others insulted in public places.
Thirteen young men from good families were arrested in Marseille on February 9 on charges of distributing communist propaganda. The report notes the arrests as part of a crackdown related to Bolshevism activities in France.
Capetown reports voting linked to South African general elections. General Smuts wins by a wide majority while Labour leader General Crewe is defeated. The government gains seven seats, opposition holds 21.
Senator Mallow and Minister for Customs Mehirunry visited Fraoce to express satisfaction with the condition of Australian graves from the great war and to commend officials in charge of the work.
London reports the Albany Chess Championship final results with F A Coleman named state champion. The scores show Aveni with 674 points and Coleman with 201 points after the Ronn horn eyetem method, which reduces chances of wild play.
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