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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 18, 1923
Page
2
A fragmentary ad describes complete household furniture for a male buyer, with mentions of polished timber and a sophisticated display. The text references a move toward the Eastern States and hints at options or lines for different terms.
A committee of enthusiastic ladies and gentlemen is formed to organize Albany edition’s plain and fancy dress ball in February. Misers Mons and Caren are named as joint scarans. The Tourists’ Association secretary, in touch with J. Hl. Prowse, M.H.L.R., plans to bring Altvirulian Beet to Albany during the French cruiser Vinimeat week. Prowse sends a telegram confirming arrangements.
The weekly dance at Naval Drill Hall by Albany Men's Social and Sports club promises an engaging evening. Fire Brigade drill sessions and euchre tournaments draw residents, while upcoming regattas, yacht cruises, and an invitation to visit Kendenup emphasize local activity and community notices. Death of Mrs. Godfrey noted. funeral attended by family and friends. Bush fire calls test brigade readiness as operations continue with town events and notices.
Inquest into the death of Laurence Sinclair aged 40, who was training a racehorse at a temperance course on December 27 when the mount fell and crushed him, leaving him unconscious. he died January 4 without regaining consciousness. An inquest, held by Acting Coroner KJ McCarthy, returned an accidental death verdict. Separately, Charles Reeshaw hired W T Drew to auction the late Mr. Reeshaw's household furniture at Karl Street, tomorrow at 1:30 PM, highlighting fine high quality pieces and cash terms.
The annual Scots Church Bazaar was held at the Town Hall on Tuesday with favorable weather and large attendance. Rev A Crow welcomed guests and thanked the ladies for stall work while Senior-councillor Downes opened the fair in Mrs Downes's name. Musical numbers by K O Connor, L Downes, and Mc Nair's Orchestra entertained throughout. Stalls offered dainty arts and gifts as tea tables served refreshments, with Albert Lloyd later slated to fight Penwill in January.
The second annual Great Southern Hardcourt Championship begins amid fine weather and strong entries. Visitors praise the arrangements as Albany hosts a carnival expected to draw metropolitan players and boost the town as a health resort and business hub. Local support urged to sustain the event as results from the week’s matches accumulate.
Monday and Tuesdays play feature multiple rounds in Ladies and Men's Championship Singles. Results include Richardson over Austin 6-0 6-0 and Taylor over Parker 6-1 6-2 in ladies first rounds, while Shannan beat Angove 6-1 in men’s first round and Harrold defeated Norrish in a later round. Mixed doubles and doubles events progress with several upsets and close scores as the week advances toward semifinals and finals.
The Goodwood Racing Club’s January meeting will draw horse owners from the metropolitan area on Saturday. A striking programme is planned with races including Jumper Flat Cool Court Werflame and Second rooted Thistle. Fremantle Harbour Trust will not object to Victoria Quay cold store site choices. Adelaide S.S. Co. cargo steamer Milluna arrived from Fremantle via porte this morning.
The Government Produce Department reports ongoing talks with fruit growers on export plans to England. Growers say apples are scarce and prefer to hold supplies in the state. Space on the Esperance Bay is booked for 126 boxes of plums to Kaylond, with a trial shipment of 125 cases of grapes planned aboard the Moreton Bay on March 10.
In Hobart on Tuesday the State Fruit Advisory Board heard Sir Henry Jones warn growers may be no better off than last year if freight and insurance costs persist. Freight could be five kilograms and insurance fourteen pence, double prior rates. The Premier's cooperation with the Federal Shipping Committee was endorsed and a deputation was named to urge urgent Federal action to cut freights below a shilling.
The Manly boy wonder, 16 years old, defeated American champion Harris in the 440 yards, after setting a 680 yard world record on Saturday. Chariton led with 1, Harris 2, Christin 0 as the field slowed. Chariton won by 15 yards.
Sydney reports turbine trouble on the Commonwealth line vessel Esperance Bay with one gear cracked and repairs costing thousands of pounds. Other Bay liners have sustained similar damage, causing substantial losses despite assurances from the office.
London reports from June 17 via the Morning Post that the German view sees France aiming to create a global steel industry trust in the Ruhr Valley. The plan would unite French and German steel interests, controlling coal and iron ore, with influence over the world labor market.
Berlin on June 17 reports the coal director refuses to compel recalcitrant coal owners to comply with the French demande. The French general had threatened arrest, prompting dispatches about possible enforcement actions amid tensions.
Paris dispatch reports the Berlin correspondent of Patit Parisien stating that Socialist Forty favor resuming talks. Deputies condemn Dir. Cuno's policy and press for immediate remption of Franco German negotiations.
Ruhr industrial leaders face French notices ordering coal requisitions. They vow to resume deliveries once the requisitions are withdrawn.
The Berlin exchange shows the German mark hovering near 70,000 after dipping to 60,000. The Reichsbank halted sales of foreign currencies as it printed vast new notes to meet demand, with daily output around 25 billion. Foreign currency purchases fueled Tuesday’s crash as payments to Britain strained Germany’s gold reserves.
Paris January 14 The Heparations Commission ruled Germany guilty of a voluntary default regarding cattle deliveries British representatives abstained from voting in the decision.
Constantinople January 18 reports say thirty eight Christians were executed after being found attempting to escape in a motor boat on the Black Sea. The note also mentions George Hearne, the English cricketer with the MCC, undergoing appendicitis surgery and said to be progressing favorably on his South Africa visit.
The French cruiser Victor Hugo will arrive in Albany Thursday at 7 30 am and depart Sunday. A committee finalized entertainment plans including a public ball at Town Hall, picture shows at Empire Theatre, dances at Naval Drill Hall, and shore leave for crew. The Mayor and Governor are interested in attendance as the ship may open for inspection and shore exhibitions.
Residents express support as Mt Barker Nursing Home remains open and well run during wartime. The committee behind its founding is praised for addressing a long felt need and the community is thanked for backing upkeep events.
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