Returned Soldiers Institute letters spark branch dispute
Members of Albany Branch of the Returned Soldiers and Sailors Association read a letter from MLA TH Robinson denying false reporting in the Albany Advertiser. The secretary defended his conduct while members debated handling the letter and potential public response amid tensions with Robinson and other figures.
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Albany
TH. Robinson
Albany Advertiser
Nwt
Mills
J. Clarke
Toray
Lid
League of Hate
J. Clark
8. Barrow
Diggers
Perth
Tom
J. J. Barnett
Mr. Mille
the Rocks Hospital
Robinson
Milly
Mesars J. Clarke
Darrow
Clark
Barnett
Robinovon
Woolett
Repatriation Ideas for Denmark District Development
In a detailed preview, Frank Read and local supporters discuss repatriation plans for the Denmark-Nornalup area. They propose 90 000 acres carved into 200 homesteads, partial clearings, and a timber lease with later purchase, plus dairy and tourism development. They urge government backing, private enterprise, and cooperative farming to employ returned soldiers and attract 10 000 newcomers, highlighting assets like a 14 mile lake, rivers, brick and pottery clay, and a future railway link to Bridgetown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denmark
Frank Read
Western Mail
Sam
Maine
Denmark-Nornalup
Kena
Lenera
Birdwood Pastoral and Farming Co-op, Ltd
Rovernment Guabates
South Australia
Denmark and District
Australia
Tingls-Tingle
Karti
Bridgetown
Albany
Interchange of Seed Potatoes Sparks Debate in Albany Electorate
Debate grows over allowing free interchange of seed potatoes beyond the current line from Muandi- Jong to Wagin with Osborne Park exemption. MLA Mr H Robinson has urged the Agriculture Department to seek opinions from South West agricultural societies before a broader concession. Nurrikup Progress Association opposes any change amid Irish blight fears.
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Muandi- Jong
Wagin
Osborne Park
Anttler
H Robinson
Albany
Department of Agriculture
South- Weert
Nurrikup Progress Association
Charity at King River Campaign Described
An account portrays a driven organizer guiding a charity effort on King River. She mobilizes locals for an outing to raise funds, raffling items, coordinating tea, cakes, and stalls, with volunteers ferrying guests and selling tickets while critics question the impact and motives of the campaign.
Return of Anzac Heroes Fills Albany Hall
The Town Hall in Albany was crowded on Tuesday for a welcome home ceremony for Privates Harold McGlade and Hubert Kitson. Mayor W J Day and Rev Father Gilroy led speeches praising the soldiers, with Major Meeks and Dr. Boyle adding remarks. A musical program followed, then supper and dancing to midnight.
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St. Joseph's Church
Harold McGlade
Hubert Kitson
Albany
Major Meeks
Returned Soldiers’ Association
Boyle
Kitson
Molilado
Maymuch
Kitsein
Pal
Mc@lade
Germany
Kitson End
Metilade
Father Gilroy
MaGinde
Australia
Hea
McGlade
Kition
V.C
Western Australia
Clontarf
Kitsun
heQlude
Speakas
Misnes Pascoe
Currie
Constable James Harvey Promoted to CID Detective
Friends learn Constable James Harvey has been promoted to the Criminal Investigation Department as detective. He previously served as District Clerk in the local Police One and was well known after a transfer to Geraldton. The promotion was noted in a recent Gazette.
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James Harvey
Criminal Investigation Department
Constable Harvey
Geraldton
A Contrast in Rounds of Labor in Australia
A writer contrasts English farm life with Australian bark block work. He recounts a cocky's swamp ploughing ordeal using improvised gear and repeated repairs, stressing improvisation and endurance. The piece notes Albany’s Seventh War Loan honor flag and a Katanning committee forming to recruit workers for soldiers.
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Australia
Albany
Katanning
Corboy Addresses Swan Residents On Repatriation and Trams Way Strike
On Saturday 18th a dance and meeting at Agrestural Hall marked Mr Corboy's first visit. He spoke on his impressions since election, repatriation, and the tramways strike, criticizing politicians and pensions while urging reforms. The event included a vote of thanks, refreshments, and dancing, followed by notices on Rev Brice, Mr Nicola, apple crop prospects, the district show, and Lane Pool's visit to study a local paper industry.
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Tan Agresttural
Corboy
The
Swan
AC Dargie Yestering
J. Miaxtolitt
Carboy
Hss
House of Commons
Griffiths
Commonwealth
Griffithy
Perth
Ell Elassea
Knowles
Marshal
Presbyterian Church
Brice
Hov
Nicola
Lane Pool
New Rheumatic Remedy Claims Complete Success
Doctors endorse a new treatment for uric acid disorders and rheumatism. An Australian version named Speare's Wheumatle Re reportedly provides rapid relief and eye comfort. A Speare's Anti Palm Bolin is sold with outward relief claims and a free illustrated guide is offered.
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Australia
Speare
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Returned Soldiers Institute
Fidence
Gill
Burnatt
Cameron
Buster
Tie
Yay Eo
Baxter
Alwayn
St. John's
Baptist Sunday Schools
Well Oa Nduita
St. Joseph's School
Denmark and
Nornalup
Charity
King River
T.C
Plutocrat
Mod
O.G
E.M
Mra. F
McGlade and
E. G. McKenzie
Fowler's
Victoria Insurance
Albany Council
Stirling Terrace
Beamark Notes
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