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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jan 01, 1920

Page

2

Miles Tipping and Merrifield Names Repeated in Note

The snippet lists Miles, Tipping, and Merrifield twice in a brief line, suggesting a notation of names likely connected to a group or correspondence. No dates or locations are provided.

For Sale Three Coat at Shaw Collie WP £38 Each

Private hospital Perth December 10 Edward GC Petrov husband of Evy Peirce of Michieton Road Albany. Allan Lass Ann wife Wilks Chivert aged 63 years. Sincere thanks for flowers and condolences to Mrs Peirce and family from relatives and friends in Biheby and nearby communities.

Cooper Prirce Kt Omer Private Hospital Perth Edward GC. Petrov Evy Peirce Michieton Road Albany Qovert Hermedence Ulater Faud Allan Any Lass ‘Ann Wilks Chivert Mra Peirce Biheny

Year ends with unrest and rising costs in Australia

Albany dispatch reflects on a year of prosperity coupled with industrial strife. It notes higher railway and civil service costs, mine delays in Kalgoorlie, and growing public concern over financial strain while seeking a path to stability amid changing social orders.

Australia Commonwealth Kalgoorlie Coustry Wales

Commonwealth Industries Promise Better Markets Ahead

The passage urges fair seasons and harvests for all sectors and stresses national burdens shared by the Commonwealth. It highlights Eastern States trading industries as keys to future national assets, expanding markets, and a wealthier Australia, while acknowledging the old year ending and hope for renewed stimulus and better prospects.

Commonwealth Australia

Weather and land sale notes amid storm and church farewell

A severe thunderstorm drenched the town Tuesday night with heavy rain into Wednesday. A land auction by government auctioneer A B Clark is set at the Albany Land Office Friday at 4 pm for 15 blocks between the railway station and military garrison with harbor views. The Presbyterian Church week ending with Miss Glendinning’s farewell gift and thanks from Rev. Alex Crow. Hetch Bros Perth reported a December 22 yarding sale with substantial cattle and horses, all cleared. WA Provincial Press Association meeting discussed paper supply, telegraphic services, and advertising rate standardisation, aiming to launch broader contracts and pricing outside Port.

Turaday A. B. Clark Lend Office Albany Presbyterian Church Glendinning Perth Horther Hereford W.A. Provincial Press Association

Drought Relief Efforts Amid Native Famine Fears and Fortnight Weather

Amid fears of famine in the Tronaliek Territory Cape Colony a relief system distributing maize by mechanical transport is organized to aid about one million natives. Perth forecast: hot sultry days in agricultural districts with scattered showers and moderate temperatures along the coast. A New Year’s Eve charity dress ball in Albany raised funds for St Joseph's Convent Bazaar.

Nad. P. Wrate SpEerty Tronaliek Cape Colony Perth St. Joseph's Convent Prises BR. Bain Raymond and Bain's Vaudeville Co Empire Theatre Field Raymond Raymond Elaimas Albany N.A Institute Birdwood Lawley Park Friendly Union of Soldiers’ Wives

Visiting dignitaries and officials in West Australia

The Mount Barker visit includes Mr Pesree of the Mount Barker Fruitgrowers Association in Australia. Mrs J McKenzie takes a short holiday after four and a half years of war work. Royal Cross recipient Mrs Wray leads Salvation Army, and the Right Rev John Walker plans a late spring visit to West Australia in April and May.

Mount Barker Pesree London Wray Berang J. McKenzie Talh

New Year Quellings Reported Amid City Gossip

Fragmentary notes mention General Sir William Birdwood and a quielled New Year event amid local chatter. References to Barench and "Anna and Totness" appear, with unclear context about Hin Ezeellynry and the Governor-ea.

William Birdwood Barench Anna and Totness Hin Ezeellynry

New Year Celebrations Brighten Albany in 1920

New Year’s Day passed quietly with bell ringing and whistle blasts as residents welcomed 1920. Mount Barker picnic drew 580 Albany visitors by special train, while Littletrove Salvation Army event and Frenchman’s Bay visits drew large crowds. Middleton Beach and bowling greens buzzed and picture theatres were crowded for the first day of 1920.

Port Offee Church of England Mount Barker Albany Balvation Army Littletrove Frenchman's Bay Middleton Beach Fee

Mount Barker New Year Sports Revived After War

Mount Barker New Year Sports reopened after wartime hiatus under local clubs and rail unions. A large attendance from surrounding districts with a special Albany train bringing about 550 visitors witnessed races on a renewed track, with notable figures J Bonddan and McKenzie present and a well attended booth by Mrs. Reddin.

Mount Barker Albany R.B.8 N.A Oporta J. Bonddan Railways McKenzie Booth

Local race results and festive events noted

Gillam won the exact age Ladies' Race with A K Bennett in second place. Mrs Ralph finished first in another event as visitors prepared to depart by special train to Ahamy. The day closed with a dance that attracted many attendees.

A. C. Gillam A. K. Bennett Gillam

Naval Interests: Naval Comforts Committee review of 1917 to 1920

Mr EF Tyman of the West Awedrabian Naval Comforts and Welcome Committee spoke at the navekdea on Wednesday night. He said many men left the service after their first term despite a £25 bonus and higher pay, calling for better terms, impartial treatment, and opportunities for advancement.

Navekdea EF Tyman Bocretary West Navy Board Nelson Weim _om Pervier Tome Ennes

Albany Club Carnival Nears Conclusion

The Albany Chess Club carnival moves toward the final stages with multiple results reported. In the Sixth Session Avent defeated Moore, Coleman beat Lindsay, Darragh beat Felton, and Coleman and Darragh drew. The Seventh Session saw Coleman beat Felton and Darragh defeat Avent while Younkmin edged Moore. The Eighth Session had Lindsay top Felton with two games adjourned. In the Great Southern Handicap Jarvin beat Temple, Leask Jr beat Moore, and Temple defeated Leask.

Albany Chess Club Avent Moore Coleman Lindsay Darragh Felton Younkmin Jarvin Temple Leask, Jr Leask Anr

Farewell to Local Police in Albany

Sergeant Notley and Constables Doogue and Turner, under transfer orders, were honored at a farewell in Albany at the London Motel. City officials and colleagues lauded their service, with the Mayor noting their conscientious work and presenting a citizens’ gift as they prepare for duties in Fremantle and elsewhere.

Notley Ean Turner Albany London W. J. Day Lieut. Cameron Inspector Mitchell Servet. Kelso Mr. J. Seaddan Mosare C. ¥. Brown TL. G. Boyle A. Roberts M. Hallyburton Peel BH. Lechmerce W. M. Jago M. J. Brady N. Bell R. Boott W. Riley Comstable Juggins Neismith Bergt Toogue Turner Fremantle Amy Mitchell Mesers Ball Doogue

Adjutant Amy Bartlett Appointed to Salvation Army Post

Adjutant Amy Bartlett receives appointment to lead a Salvation Army unit. Transfer records show she moves from current post as she assumes the elonsay charge and oversees new assignments and responsibilities.

Amy Bartlett Elonsay Salvation Army Aed Iwi

Lake Clifton Mystery Ends With Gunshot Death

Uliv Haub aged 36 a German resident from Lake Clifton in Waa roona district left his farm on Jednoeday with a gun. His body was found near a paildeck with a gunshot wound to the chest the search found no trace of the pistol he carried. The authorities report no signs of struggle or other persons involved.

Perth Fridaay Uliv Haub Lake Clifton Waaroona Jednoeday

Egyptian independence talks with foreign interests eyed

A cable reported by Australian Press says a committee endorses complete Egyptian independence while ready to discuss foreign interests if Egypt's rights remain protected. Lord Milner's proclamation is cited as guiding the stance.

London Coire Milners Egypt Kgvpt

Premier Mitchell Flees Kalgoorlie for Industrial Settlement

The Premier of Kalgoorlie Mr. Mitchell arrived Friday to settle industrial disputes. A conference of unions was held and several resolutions drafted. Prospects for a settlement are described as very favorable.

Kalgoorlie Mitchell

Remarkable Escape From Death On Express Train

A three year old, Olive Beeny, fell from a moving express from Albury to Melbourne yesterday afternoon but was picked up injured. The child survived the dangerous incident as her parents traveled with her on the Newmarket bound service.

Melbourne Olive Beeny Albury Newmarket

Engineers Strike in Mellonene Sees No New Developments

No new developments were reported yesterday in the engineers' strike affecting Mellonene. The stalled talks leave the dispute unresolved as workers press for terms and management refrains from comment.

Melbourne Mellonene

W A T Club Annual Meeting Racing at Perth

The W A T Club held a three day meeting in fine weather with a large crowd. The Railway Stakes of 800 sovs was won by Alice Kenilworth with Baharis and St Humphrey placing, time 2.65.4. Other races included Jumpers Flat and Swan Handicap with Mannequin and Ventrim among the contenders.

Dewar W. Fitepatrick J. W. Hill W. Ralph D. Dewar W. Fitzpatrick J. W J. W. Bill W. Cooper J. Gorman R. Ferry Fitspatrick Crookie Gublivh Nancy Les Cuddihy Hbericap Ae Slombtos Seapabslakis Crookie Gublinh Horry-Scurry Johnnnie Enemes Thomas Madge Silves Nancy Lee Pargone Thiorans’ Tarbange Silvester Vox Dart Perth W.A. Tar Tobuwr Ceriga Down Town Agst Mannequin Hazel Down Ventrim Oe Botting Ogwt Cove Marter Mepeh Thoes Gat Alice Kenilworth St. Humphrey Baharis Captain Fox Westernmandicap Lastroxo Drury Lane Tutu Meice Mission Heart of Oak Ale Coomalon Enel Seafield Master Gan

Victoria Wins Inter-State Test by 116 Runs

Melbourne reports the Interstate match concluded yesterday with New South Wales scoring 880 in the second innings. Bardeleye added 108 and Kellaway 104 for Victoria, who won by 116 runs in a tight finish.

Melbourne New South Wales Bardeleye Kellaway Victoria

Stone Beats Holland On Points In 20 Round Perth Fight

In Perth yesterday Stone defeated Holland on points after a 20 round boxing match. The War Office reports most German prisoners have left the United Kingdom aside from aviators invalids and one prisoner linked to Scapa Flow sinkings. Fortnight ago Turkey and 27 Germans were repatriated from Egypt Halonike and Malta.

Perth Stone Holland War Office Scapa Flow United Kingdom

Federal elections latest figures from Australian regions

The report lists partial results for the federal elections across Perth Fremantle Swan Kalgoorlie and nearby areas. Candidates Curtin Gregory Lowry Clementson Trebell Mahon and others show varying vote counts with several incomplete tallies and single votes noted in the record.

Vieitmann Baba

Ballarat Tie Depends On Chief Electoral Officer

The outcome hinges on the Chief Electoral Officer's elimination of 36 ballot papers sent for review. Officials expect a petition to the High Court as a court of disputed returns if the unsatisfied candidate challenges the decision.

Melbourne Fridaw Bultwrnt Hutlat Lim High Court

Prohibition Vote Totals Reported for Wellington Poll

The Indestigures list licensing poll figures for Wellington with continuance and prohibition tallies. Continuance shows 2 286 700. Kiste control 2 4 31 470. Prohibition 2 5 265 987.

Wellington

Guests at local hotels listed by patrons and families

A long list of visitors and residents is recorded at several hotels including Pranier, Major Brierley, London, and Freemasons. Names include Miss Niland, Misa Kennedy, the Stevenses, Reuddan, Prideaux, Foster, Nichol son, Harris, Pitman, Learmonth, Pearse, Carmichael, and Sloss among others.

Avent Temple Dickson White Star Hotel Major Brierley Ming Brierley Stevenson Currer Phillips Woods J. Hanneh A. Stubbs McL.a Miewtoh Stulee Mla Misa Stubban Misa Radley Minw Stevens E. Balston Mre Comme Miss Pitman W. 8. Thompson W. EB. Raine Mesars Amith Lawrence Mommery Francis J. F. Learmonth Miss Learmonth al Jon Corbit Dwighter C. C. Priestley Pearse D. Carmichael 7.Smith Sloss

Railway Time Table for Albany and Denmark Line

Trains arrive Albany from Perth on Tuesday at 10.98 am Wednesday 10.25 am Thursday 7.55 am Friday 10.25 am Thursday 7.66 am Sunday 7.68 am. Trains leave Albany for Perth Monday 6.45 pm Tuesday 3.45 am Wednesday 2.45 pm Thursday 5.45 pm Friday 6.45 pm Sunday 0.46 pm. Denmark line leaves Albany for Denmark Monday 7 pm and Friday 7 am and arrives at Albany from Denmark Monday and Friday at 35 pm. Saturday every alternate week at 1 15 pm and arrives back at Albany at 2 pm.

Kalgan Little Grove Albany Perth Thoreday Ferth Denmark Line Denmark Alhoov Denmerk Froley

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