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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 24, 1924
Page
2
Fragmented OCR notes discuss population, trade, and development issues in a state. Mentions Premier, markets, agriculture, and gold production decline. Many garbled phrases obscure specifics, with no clear dates, places, or identifiable events.
Readers urge tightening traffic controls after several near misses and a fatality, citing motor car speed, pedestrian danger, and the need for a traffic inspector to enforce limits. The piece calls for caution as holidays boost activity and warns of dangerous conditions on main thoroughfares and near crossings.
Local authorities appoint A. E. Burt and C. McKensie to oversee yearlong duties as Katanning hosts a Sunday concert by the Miminy and Katanning bonds in Victor Spoore. Proceeds go to the band funds. A Presbyterian moderator sermon and a Tuesday reception accompany visits. harbor tours on steamers Giver Star and Awhina will showcase local harbors. The Katanning band plans to join boat excursions for visitors.
The Albany Front page notes a charity event on Saturday with a baby show and stalls, the Fire Brigade Band seeking funds for new instruments, and a Misterels concert under Mr H J Poyce. Volunteers are urged to support the appeals with donations and attendance at the multiple town activities.
A series of aggressive bush fires swept the Kalgan river districts on Monday damaging farmsteads fruit orchards and outbuildings. Captain Douglin and residents reported extensive losses with fires crossing the Kalgan River in several spots and threatening homes and farms.
An obituary recalls the death of Mrs Haynis wife of Hon Haynis after a lengthy illness. She had enjoyed good health until recently and passed away with her husband and one son as mourners. The ceremony occurred this afternoon in England at the church, with arrangements reflecting a quiet family service.
A long serving resident of the powa wil district died after a sequence of illnesses following a career spanning from 1860s to later years. He worked in construction roles at Albany and Fremantle before moving to Many and Bremer Bay. He leaves a widow and four surviving children. his wife preceded him in death. Funeral arrangements planned for the afternoon.
A crowded church hall heard Prof J D Muss gate describe the Lick Observatory voyage to observe the Wallal Eclipse. He detailed photographic work, star mapping, and detector instruments, noting precision of camera pointing and the corona brightness register devices.
A town meeting outlines a planning group to organize a winter program for residents. The Mayor selects a committee of local figures, including Mesdames Shuy Cribbly Vaughan and others, to develop entertainment and allocate tasks. Members will gather input from citizens and meet again to review replies from the town.
Mt Barker notes Hobart report on cricket and local fixtures. A Goowangerup outing is planned with Mr Thomas as secretary and Mr Andrew Muir leading. Players invited include Burston, Marlin, Fred Williams, Wright, Samdes, and Wise with a return to Mirker after the event.
The 21 000 ton mail steamer Mooltan reached Fremantle yesterday, dwarfing other shipping as she glided into the river and berthed at the B and B shed. A slight water disturbance marks her propeller work while the fleet watches.
A tangled late report notes a confession tied to a West Perth robbery. Pant Lamperti and Geom Norwell are named in the brief item with vague references to a Thursday evening event and a looming preventive action.
A violent incident near Hawthorn left several people seriously wounded or killed during a quiet morning. The assailant, a housemaid named Eugene, fled as police widen searches for the suspect in the early hours. Several families mourn while authorities investigate the deadly attack.
ASydney report notes that Australian music authorities intend to engage the choristers for an upcoming joint event. Arrangements are already in progress with Jason Angerenling coordinating the clashing schedules and selections.
Colunel Abbott presided and urged a five member commission to command public trust. He said the commission must have a decisive impact and deliver a verdict. The appointment marked the movement's largest step forward as a 21 member committee was created including members from the Cobless.
The Lamwoh ministry fell after a division of 28 to 25 as Labourists demanded a reply in the Commons. Mr Ballwin submitted his resignation to the King and a new cabinet led by Mr Lam was announced with Mel Hy Themes and Lord Chancellor amid a wide array of ministers. Ramsay McDougall, praised by supporters, signaled a practical stance against radical theories and pledged to defend British workers.
London dateline reports Lenin died near Motegw after a sudden deterioration in his health. Soviet communique notes death from paralysis of respiratory centres. All Russian Congress of Soviets to plan continuation of Lenin’s work and funeral set for January 26 with state lie-in.
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