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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Feb 19, 1920

Page

3

Wool Tops and Early Woollen Mills in Australia

The article discusses wool tops definitions and early Australian woollen industry prospects in Western Australia. It explains combing, scouring, and the formation of wool tops from merino and crossbred wools, detailing the processes and measurement units used in producing top quality yarns.

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Denmark Notes Wedding Highlights at Denmark Hall

A local wedding in Denmark saw Rev. W. A. Wolseley officiate as El Gi Dorsett and Cromack daughter wed in a decorated church. Guests filled the venue, with a reception at the Agricultural Hall and music by Kronkup Torbay Orchestra. The couple received over 100 presents and plans for future visits between Denmark and Kronkup.

W. A. Wolseley EL Gi, Dorsett Ken Dorsett Mike Cromack Mies Till Albany Wolding Rey, Wolseley J. Scrimgeour Mes Cromach W. Kingston Dorety Duncino Husic Kronkup and Torbay Mra McLean Smast Thoms Perth Crumock Scotedale Denmark Encheninson Kronkup Torbay Denmark Settlers' Aste Hytee Jt Wold Young's Siding Eden Ax ‘Oval Messrs Adams Randall Pashley Redman Todd Rossi Jaw Shumans Board of Health

Victorian cable message from England reports medical mission success

The Victorian friendly society annou nces receipt of a cable from Mr C Palconer in England stating his mission to secure medical men for Victoria succeeded. It notes arrangements for return and says Falconer’s England visit followed talks between doctors and societies.

C. Palconer England Victoria Falconey Falconer

Albany Returned Soldiers Association Meets on Monday Night

The Albany branch of the Returned Sailors, Soldier and Nurses' Association held a fortnightly meeting with Vice-Chairman presiding in the chairman's absence. Discussions covered a proposed monument and bungalow for returned men, railway land use, and building additions with a 400 pound estimate. The meeting appointed delegates, arranged a social, and thanked Mr. T. H. Burnett for his interest.

Albany Returned Sailors, Soldier and Nurses' Association J. J. Barnett Parker Raitwara Lower Stirling Teruiee T. H. Hurnett Stary Executive Mieying Mr. Harnett Moir Euola

Albany Butter Factory Provisional Directors Meet in Albany

A meeting of the provisional directors of the Albany Co operative Butter Factory and Trading Ltd was held in Mr E G McKennes office in Albany. P G Hampshire the Government dairy expert outlined plans for building and machinery to be erected at the Government stores and tenders will be invited with a shareholders meeting to follow. Nearly 900 shares remain to be taken up before registration and interviews with the Minister for Railways on carriage and transit of fruit will be discussed at the next director meeting.

Albany Co-operative Butter Factory and Trading O,, Ltd E.G. McKenne Albany P. G. Hampshire Greatiex Senddan Pte Directora

Old Prank Urges Planned Growth For Danish Town

A letter to the editor from OLD PRANK of William Bay advocates orderly development for the town after a period of decay. He calls for building blocks, new housing, and ornamental planting to attract residents and visitors, noting schools, farms, and local scenery including William Bay, Denmark hall, and nearby beaches with fishing and shell collecting opportunities.

Nir Yolain Millara Mewcamera Sanditon Denmark Severa Denmark Hall Ewan William Bay Point Hilliney Boat Harbor pTt Oevan Willian Bay Ste William Buy

Albany Tennis Club Ball Draws Tepid Attendance

The Albany Tennis Club’s annual ball at Town Hall on Wednesday night drew a disappointing turnout despite an attractive program. An orchestra provided entertainment, followed by supper and dancing that lasted late, with organizers and volunteers praised for the effort amid frail support from the community.

Albany Tennnis Tenis Club Wil Peition Mesars Val Suit EB. Wilson Gibbons Davidson Town Hall T Hose Hotchins

Katanning Day at Albany Plans for visiting French Air Leagues guests

City meeting called by the Mayor in Katanning outlines arrangements for a visiting group to Albany. Committees are formed to raise funds for children’s sports, arrange ice water and firewood, and coordinate a beach program with possible use of a pontoon for aquatic events at Middleton Beach.

Katooning French Air Lespeue Albany Middleton Thompson M-L.a Dr. Miles Messrs A. J. Collins ML Ua. O'Grady M. Lite W. H. Richardson N Bell H. Boddie Katanaing Priven Miles Ato Meting Keanning Preach Air League S. Miles Ttwan M O'dr

Wedding Bells in Semi Military Style at Scots Church

A semi military wedding was held at Scots Church on February 11 with Rev. Alex Crow officiating. Groom Eric Murray of Edinburgh and bride May Anderson of Albany, attended by bridesmaids Miss Trene Anderson and Miss Jessie Henson, celebrated with a breakfast and dances before a honeymoon to Perth.

Alex. Crow Eric Murray Maxton BE. Maxton Edinburgh Scotland Mise May Findora J. C. Anderson Crownstreet Albany Mr. Dorker Perth Rena

Albany Volunteers Form Band For Fremantle Demonstration

Arrangements are complete for the newly formed Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade Band to accompany the fire brigade to a Fremantle Easter demonstration. Twenty six players attended a Tuesday meeting, conductor Geo McCormack recently returned from France, and new music selections were promised. The Albany Brass Band donated two drums and members gave their shares to support the Fire Brigade Band. Practise is on Sundays at 10 am and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 pm.

Fire Brigade Fremantle Geo. McCormack France Bandamen Mosars R. R. Payne A. Hugg Albany

Unclear business note on patronage and names

The readable fragment mentions a business change and thanks to patrons, with partial names Aimee, Monin W. A. BRA, Caen fon Weeks, and L. Powell. Uncertain context and incomplete phrases limit precise meaning or event.

Aimee W. A L. Powell Scouery Wea

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