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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 07, 1927
Page
4
B Harrison of Cudgera Park, New South Wales, promotes a perennial grass, Paspalum Compressum, as an invincible drought resistant ground cover. The letter claims it thrives in poor soils near the sea, rapidly greens barren land, is easy to eradicate if needed, and could transform sandy or forested ridges into pastoral land, inviting further inquiries.
A London dealer reports frequent shoplifting at major stores like Selfridges and Harrods, with gangs led by a criminal organization. Profits from theft run into thousands yearly, aided by women detectives and high costs to deter thieves. Theft rises during January and July sales as attackers use coat pockets and baglike devices to conceal goods.
The article reports shoplifting by respectable women in London, often first offenders who steal gloves stockings and perfumery. A manager notes about six weekly cases during sales, with an informal in-house “court” to deter repeat offenses and lenient treatment for first offenders.
The Inter-Allied Commission of Control in Germany has ended its seven year existence and duties pass to the League of Nations. It conducted 93 400 visits and supervised destruction of vast wartime arsenals including 54 000 guns 26 400 trench mortars 99 000 000 shells and 4488 millions of rounds. More than 14 000 aircraft and over 27 aeroplane engines were withdrawn.
A flood of Ford rumor stories circulates about Henry Ford plans and the Model T. Reports claim a six cylinder car, price around 120, a five day week, and a looming auto war with General Motors, while Ford public stance remains denial and focus on low production costs.
Two young migrants recall six months in Australia with farm work and Brussels-like hardships. One longs to return to England while the other intends to stay, citing wages, unemployment, and the promise of open life. Both read papers and share views on Australian employment preferences for locals.
The Bulletin notes a March advance in Danish egg and poultry exports to England, citing the growing value of the poultry industry to Denmark’s economy. It reports 1888 exports near 1 million head and 41 million kroner value, rising to over 21 million head in 1900, reflecting rapid industry growth and international competition pressures.
An advertisement extols Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney and backache ailments. A Mrs Shenfield describes relief from giddiness fatigue and poor appetite after using the product, praising its long lasting effect and recommending the remedy, with a closing warning to ensure customers buy DOAN'S from Foster Welchman Co. 15 Hamilton Street Sydney.
Dates announced for the annual Great Southern shows across Corrigin Kulin Nabading Hartismith Pinelly Narrogin Wickerin Stowangerup Wagin Kukerin Tambellup Wandering Katanning and Eojonsp with events from late September through November. Dates include Corrigin September 28 and Katanning October 27-28 among others.
Advertised remedy promises rapid throat and chest relief for influenza colds and bronchitis by mixing a 2 bottle concentrate with sweetened water, claiming over 12 000 letters praise its fast soothing effects and affordability for families.
Postal schedule shows outward and inward mail deadlines at Albany during railway winter timetable. Outward Perth Line times vary by day with station box clearances. inward Perth Line arrivals listed by day and time. Denmark Line and private bags details included. Tuesday close and Thursday morning trains noted.
Land notices list parcels available from July 6 and July 13 1927 in Plantagenet and Hay Districts near Redmond and Irwin Inter. Locations include 1800 with 160 acres and 6615/74 mortgage details, 1788 with 100 acres, and 4205 with 824 acres at 60 per acre subject to drainage and farm mortgage terms.
The first of the winter courses for farmers will run from August 16 to 27 at the Muresk Agricultural College. Lectures and demonstrations cover creaping and manuring, fodder crops, silage, stock, dairying, farm machinery, and farm bookkeeping. Practical sessions include sheep management, wool classing, blacksmithing, carpentry, and plumbing.
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