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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 03, 1921
Page
3
A detailed horse racing report covers a January meeting with numerous horses and riders listed. It notes results across events including a close finish by Rael of Sen and mentions bets, weights, and various performance details at the track.
Fragmented account from an international cricket match in Melbourne notes crowd reactions and key performances. Wickets fell early, a long stand followed with centuries by Gregory and Pellew, oldtimers applauded as they returned to the pavilion, while injuries and lineup changes affected the Australian side.
An overlong, fragmented account from Mt Barker details a race meeting with multiple events. It mentions horses, riders, and outcomes including Veronica winning a final sprint, Latcky Siyprine’s strong performance, and other heats and placings amidst a chaotic OCR read.
A rough, error riddled report describes a Methodist team victory over an opposing side at Parade Street ground. Ten players faced off in a tightly contested match with Methodist taking the win by 12 runs in the first innings. Bowling highlights include Nott and Johns for the Methodists and Windus, Tarwick, and Dewey contributing with key deliveries.
The note reports that Si Wraneie Newdigate was expected to depart Tart this morning to spend time with Toeahildhye Hive and Linky Nowdegate while Mins Nowdegate of Miwe Hae joins Bou Pyrthely Silier for a day at Wempavil.
The Albany council debated harbor improvements and drainage works. Officials discussed finances, public safety at the jetty, and proposed expenditure to upgrade drains, with Dr Miles and a works committee proposing action for health and safety.
A pleasing event at Norpyndup School marked the break-up with prize giving. Mise Wright won top honors as dux, while awards for most improved scholar and popular child went to students amid friends and a festive Christmas display. The gathering featured a Christmas tree and gifts, with proceeds aiding local Sunday school.
The Mbany Bowling Club open pairs and singles were planned around a holiday carnival but drew few members. Only one pair entered, singles were abandoned, yet participants enjoyed the matches. Reported results include Angove and Mills defeating Downes and Last, Todd and Priddle beating Merrifield and Bik, and Kales and Hind defeating Wilson and Burlinghiy.
Shipping notes report the State steamship Enola to depart for Esyriaiene on Wednesday for provisioning. The Aberdeen liner Millinden left London for Awattalia to Albany with cargo and crew around Friday. The Sapanesu steamer Maatcus Mors arrived Albany today and plans further voyages. The White Bhartinge Medic Chae visits Albany in February with passengers and cargo. The Wyte Star finer Cernmér is due to arrive at Alssoy soon. Dalgety and Conaggnte report activity with gas and piping cargoes and a forthcoming departure.
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