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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1926
Page
2
A long report analyzes the Albany to Bunbury railway line finances. It notes deficits, freight and passenger receipts, and calls for possible state support or reform. The piece cites expected rebates and the department’s annual losses, with critics urging a clearer plan.
A Melbourne death announces the passing of Mrs. John West of Mount Barker after a brief illness. The Albany Ambulance Brigade holds a first aid lecture led by Dr. Home. Diggers Dance in Albany features town support, supper and dance at the Town Hall. Local religious events and maritime trade notes are mentioned amid broader district activity.
Mrs Farrelly of Perth will lecture in Albany Town Hall on July 14 at 4:30 pm on Food Values and How to Reduce the Cost of Living. An advocate of pure nutritious foods, she is a noted speaker in the state and will address the public after the mayor presides.
Mr A Winsbrough MLA reported that a preliminary site review for the proposed Albany to Newdegate railway shows no immediate need for a formal survey. The Lands Department finds the area lacks suitable land quality for a full classification, delaying examination by the Railway Advisory Board to a later date.
The Cider Secretary for Laks informs of an imminent agreement completion to provide funds for wire netting distribution to settlers. The plan covers several years and aims to advance aid through yearly allotments. Necessary forms will be sent to eligible sellers as applications are accepted.
The lighting committee approved honoring award rates for drivers, accepted the engineer's report, and authorized payment to Penny Bros. for £1402 10s while placing a twelve month guarantee with Mr. W Johnston. The Works Committee proposed a stone and concrete retaining wall with alternate tenders, and tenders will be called for the drainage project and road work. Fresh tenders will be sought for minor items, with a new tender box to be installed at the town clerk's office.
A large crowd joined Allway Afigl School for Arbor Day as students, staff, and local officials discussed a proposed endowment plantation program. Speakers highlighted long term forest education benefits, school grounds beautification, and future planting targets with cedar and pinaster trees, followed by a group planting and tea.
Members of the Musical and Dramatic Society meet with Rev J J Peniston chairing. New musical directors elected and play selections delegated. Next meeting July 3. Riflemen to shoot Sunday. July 3 screens First National feature Sally Colleen Moore stars. Also reports on Know Weer Own Country and Silver Mining film. London bound liner with passengers and freight arrives Albany Sunday.
A large crowd gathered at Beoteh Church for Rev Alex Crow Mrs Crow and Miss Crow's farewell. Speakers praised his leadership, noted debt relief at the church and recalled his community work with the Caledonian Society and Sunday school.
An Australian district report maps Katanning and surrounding areas across Kojooup Tawbellup Qgivw angerup Pingrup Ongarup Murndop Wahkinup Dinpinup Cranbrook. It notes four million acres with two and a half unalienated, two million improved, valuing land stock and infrastructure at about eleven million pounds. Wheat and oats yields exceed one million bushels and total district property tops a million pounds, underscoring ongoing regional development.
The second day of hearings in the murders of Detectives Wialeh and Pitman produced fresh details. Witnesses described how clues linked Clarke and Treffene to the case, with references to a Boulder City, Cornwall Hotel marker and a tree with disturbed earth. Police and jurors observed the movements of Clarke, Treffene, and others during investigations and arrests.
The Queensland Sugar Board announces a rise in wholesale sugar price in Queensland if retailers do not lower prices. Retail grocers will face higher costs per pound starting today, as the intended effect of the measure is not yet seen.
After a fortnightly meeting the Underwriters' Association announced nine auditions by MA would not proceed and only sixty one companies would operate under the Compensation Act. The revised act will raise mining and service costs, with Sydney City Council facing a £45,000 to £50,000 annual rise in insurance rates though country towns show widespread agitation.
A report from Parramatta Gaol details an attempted break by Frederick Jacob Anihes using a stolen stepladder. The case notes his prior confinement and the intent to recover something he had written while imprisoned.
The piece notes a rise in motor transport across Northern Africa due to road quality and poor rail service. It describes a 600 vehicle reliability trial from Tunis to Gabes and Gabes to Tripoli by the Tripoli section of the Italian Automobile Club, with strict fuel limits and no mid journey adjustments. Winners in over 1500 cc class include Di Marco on Delage and De Mortiere on Delahaye.
Public notices detail war era filing dates for State Land Tax and federal state taxation forms HA and H with penalties up to 510 for late returns. It emphasizes land tax, income from property and trades, and new filing requirements for land holdings as of June 1, 1928.
The Australian Eleven began their Northamptonshire game today in bright weather. Bardsley stood in for Collins and won the toss, choosing to bat after Woodfall partnered with him. Early wickets fell as Woolfall and Clark affected multiple dismissals, leaving Australia 2 for several runs at stumps.
England posts a fine score in the second test, with a drawn match against Australia. Openers Webb and Sutcliffe started well, but an unsettled innings and late wickets left the game in a share of the spoils.
Narrikup reports a football clash at Mount Barker between Southa and Noriha with Nuetha securing victory amid good attendance from Narrikup and visitors from Mt Barker and Redmond. The night featured the South Football Choir, decorative festooning by Mrs. MacMillan Miss Wehr and Mr. W Knil, a waltz competition, and prizes donated by local residents. Narrikup thanks contributors and notes fine weather overall with one injury to Mr W Manson and the return of Mr G Williamson after medical leave.
A letter discusses Mr Smith and Dr Lohnes urging shelving of the Triangle ownership dispute. It recalls past events around Albanians, iron-framed seats removal, and a plan involving Mr Smith’s proposed offer. References to local figures and upcoming meetings and visits appear amid fragmented notices.
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