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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 19, 1925
Page
2
The Albany Water Board ordered a rate of 3 shillings for the year, with a minimum line item for shore parcels and a 24 pound tax cap. The order, published in the Government Gazette and Local Press, details the annual charge and due date, signed by BP Lambert, Chairman.
A Perth provincial press conference notes publicity for Western Australia and Victoria. Albany to Katanning bands perform in Victoria Square Sunday after church with a charity collection. Royal Commission on troop settlements visited Albany, touring bottle brush lands and experimental plots on Perth and King roads under Albany Land Committee supervision.
Town social tonight features band and orchestral music with profits earmarked for band funds. Attendees will enjoy supper, a reading interlude, and a dance in the gill hall with proceeds supporting local efforts. Obstacles include uncertain turnout and 1/1 admission details.
A large crowd attended Frid ay night at Novel Droll Hall for St Josephs Tennis Club annual plain in fancy dress ball. Dancers performed while prizes were awarded for best dressed and costumes, with Mr Eustace and Miss Hawilton among top winners. The event, judged by Mrs Hoberts and Miss Caldew, lasted until about 1 am with supper arrangements praised.
Local notes recount sheep losses on the Muss road and a busy week of farming life around Barker. Weather, railway yard activity, and upcoming pension review in the elul room highlight community routine alongside cricket results and stock protection plans.
The Katanning Fresh Air League hosts a three day trip to Albany for a seaside visit to Middleton Beach. The program includes Saturday travel from Katanning, Sunday boat tours, a Friday night concert, and a Great Southern carnival with regional representation. Funds for the Naval Drill Hall event are to be collected by Mrs Bower of Bridges Street.
The Albany civic leaders discussed February 4 to 7 events to host the Australian squad. A program for interstatements was submitted to the commodore for approval. A civic reception, Pall’s dance, and events at the golf, tennis, cricket, and rifle clubs were planned. Local merchants may close early for the official opening of Albany Town Mills.
Eleven boats started the sweepstake race for 14 Cont ers under Princesa Royal Sailing Club. Light variable wind favored leaders. Jeannie by Norman crossed first ahead of Wild Wave and West. Other starters included Pandora Cockle Shell Lille Wonder Paul Jones Ivy Pirate Swallow with Pearl venting at the end of the first round.
Correspondence to the editor complains about the motor rank arrangement in Albany. Readers defend two telephones, question shifting control, and argue about the shelter shed funding. A second letter cites Municipal Act provisions on mayoral voting and pecuniary interest, raising questions about the mayor’s conduct and a rank car ownership rumor.
The Sunland steamer arrives January 1 to replenish bunkers at Adelaide from Adelaide 8.8 Co. Woolgar bound for Adelaide and Melbourne cargoes sails from Bunbury today, then eastward next Wednesday. Kyogle expected soon. the Eclips lighthouse work uncertain. Eucla arrives Framantle with camp supplies and sails to Ex-Peranes via Albany tomorrow. The new theatre for Mr H K E Lambert nears completion with a January 3 opening featuring Poco! and visiting artists from major theatres.
Gilligan tore a thigh muscle and will miss time as the injury limits the attack. The injury occurred after a toe injury and nail mishap caused pain, forcing Gilligan and Tate off the field and weakening the English offense.
Freeman's wrist fracture ends his playing time after a rough collision during a match. The injury occurred when Ryder delivered a strong stroke, sending him to the ground in clear distress. He exited the field unable to continue and may miss future plate appearances.
At the Rie Rile shooting range on Saturday afternoon the Albanville Club concluded the Drew Robison and Co trophy event. G Farr led early scoring but W Peel claimed honors. J Nicolson J Moyle and G Allen tied at 212 after three stages, with Allen winning the shoot off. Details of stage scores follow as does notice of practice sessions and a Denmark garden fete event set for January 20.
In Perth on Saturday light attendance marked the Helena Vale Race Club January meeting. Main event Midland Handicap was won by Maupeed with detailed results listing Jumpers Fat Race Farewell Welter and other stakes including Bellevue Plate and Bellevue Purse with betting prices and dividends.
Melbourne on Saturday Frank Demypmey spoke before his last Australian ride before sailing to England. He warned that racing tactics would worsen as two or three harrs interfered in events. He noted the poor track condition and that he had never seen standards so bad.
Australian innings faltered early as England took three quick wickets, then Kellaway Marley and Ob helped lift total to 480 after a 201 stand. Tate Gilligan and Freeman were injured limiting bowling. By lunch four wickets were down for 103 with a weather favorable crowd.
Sydney on Monday reports the Australian championship 440 yard sprint held Saturday in Domain Batha where Moss Christie won. Kahanamoki of Hawaii finished second and Griffiths third.
In Melbourne Mr Bruce criticized reports that any Australian union would back declaring the American fleet “black” during a visit. He noted press coverage and said the Commonwealth meeting of the Seamen's Union contemplated supporting a resolution to protest American methods, voicing strong political opposition.
Wellington January 18 The directors of the Dunedin Exhibitors have again decided amid popular sentiment to refuse requests for spare space from other exhibition countries. De Gorik's arrest Auckland police report £300 in his possession when arrested. The money is now in their keeping.
In Cor Iva on January 18 the King of Spain MADRED, Jun.18, delivered a speech defending Spain’s campaign and vowing to die for duty if necessary. He warned the pen used to slander Spain would be used to praise its actions, prompting thunderous applause from the audience.
Washington January 18 The House of Representatives receives a bill introduced by John J Boylan Democrat proposing the appointment of an American Minister to the Irish Free State. The measure signals a formal diplomatic stance pending approval and possible implementation.
Dalgety and Co. reports on chaff and easter prime samples with averages around 5/18/0. Osten Chaff price 45/100. Wellington street markets list fruit prices including apricots figs and grapes, with small berries and oranges priced per unit.
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