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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1925
Page
2
An incomplete OCR fragment references a legal matter with names and dates unclear. It mentions a suit and public officials, but lacks readable details to identify parties or actions. The readable terms suggest a court filing or legal process ongoing in a proceeding linked to a named jurisdiction or organization.
A lively Albany evening hosted by Mr and Mrs Warburton featured music, dancing, and a late supper with gifts to Mrs Bunker. Nearby, the Orange Lodge held a commemoration and a St Johns Hall social with musicians and games. Council meetings criticized street repairs, drainage and budget gaps, urging continued inspections and proper funding.
The Albany sub-branch of the Returned Soldiers Sailors and Nurses Imperial League held a meeting on Tuesday evening with Chairman A W Senior presiding. Discussions covered games with the Friendly Societies Council, arrangements for a cribbage event, and updates from the Agricultural Bank concerning Whinnewh loan. A ceremony closing condition for the Newdn Dale cup was noted, and new member Sirky joined Brown in town.
Voters in the South East Province are called to choose a representative for the Legislative Council in Albany. Polls open at Albany lower town hall from 8am to 7pm with two candidates, W Glashee of Harriwaith and Mr Curhy of West Pingelly, both endorsed by the County Party. A campaign speech by Gleshern is planned in Albany's lower town hall Friday night, with Mayor Lambert presiding.
At a Monday council meeting Dr Maslin who was absent suggested borrowing £13,000 to reconduct roads and fund plant. He warned without proper plant and revenue the town would face higher rates and still poor road conditions. A £12,000 proposal was discussed with Maslin arguing for a larger, longer plan including a stone crusher and lorries to speed work and create employment.
Mt Barker notes relay details of a carnival planned for August 27 with teams from Narrogin and surrounding towns, including football matches, arrangements for early payments, and the involvement of local officials and volunteers. The report also mentions cricket and rifle shooting events, with preparations for a court event, and notes weather and transportation logistics affecting the schedule.
Shipping notices report the late atoomer Kara delayed by a crew absence and planning its next voyage to Fremantle, with July 28 as the next departure. The Aberdeen liner Themittorles sails from London to Albany around July 23 with passengers and mail. The White Star liner Huntington from Liverpool, Cape route, left July 5 and arrives at Albany July 2 with 102 tons cargo and passengers. Dalgety and Co. advertise agent services for these movements.
A damaged OCR note outlines a court review of a land settlement scheme. The report mentions a commission, a tentative recommendation to abandon the plan, and concerns about the scheme’s viability. Authorities weigh the proposed venue and timing amid uncertain references.
Fragmentary text references a conference and shipowners deed with unclear context. The garbled lines mention a seniwenty policy and names like Wh Hooton and Mouat, with no coherent event or outcome to report. Further readable details are required for a precise item.
The Allin Morte Unions voice a cautious stance on the extemon off the Troms and warn there is little chance Uw will approve a seamen's policy.
A government motion in the South Wales assembly contemplates chartering ships under state control. The proposal, debated Thursday, targets managing maritime assets through government oversight to ensure coordinated operations and policy alignment.
A garbled report notes limited Victorian supply lines and shipping disruptions. It mentions a new effect on delivery from Tesmanta Hike and Ve cna by the shipping series, with prices ranging from £1 to £3 per teat yesterdey. The text indicates reliance on Tuesday for vitality of supplies and hints at ongoing shortages and transport difficulties.
Detective Lao Ambrowe O'Solive and three former Melbourne detectives were found guilty of coercion and menaces. The court sentenced O'Solive to three years in prison with hard labor, joining co-accused Neil Osbohn Donal Juln Macpheesul Hufos Fowl er in the penal term. The case, heard in Melbourne, involved former members of the detective corps.
The Provincial Press delegates touringQueensland arrived in Townsville after visiting Rockhampton and the Government Meat Works. They were hosted by the Mayor in Mackay on Tuesday evening and welcomed with a reception. The group advocates subdivision of Australia into smaller states and argues for powers to be granted to the Commonwealth Government.
The third feature will be given in Town Hall tomorrow Friday July 7 by Mr B D Thompen. He will discuss physical nature of light and color and include proofs, experiments, and references to in vivo pacing. Renewal notices urge owners of deeds to renew before July 11 and July 31 deadlines, with penalties for noncompliance.
London reports say Arthur Balfour's committee on industry and trade notes Britain must regain share of world trade. It cites reduced domestic production and falling imports as key factors shrinking actual British trade volume.
The report notes Australia’s condition amid war and recovery. It argues for stronger prosperity from natural resources and industrial growth, while noting challenges and opportunities shaping the nation’s future.
Fragmentary OCR reads indicate Madame Pavlova will perform a series of eight programs in Australia. The brief mentions J G G and Marlene, with unclear phrasing around dates or venues. Further readable details are needed to specify cities and exact show dates.
The secretary of the Interdi a trict Conference reports on land classification from Albany to Newdegate, noting most of the area is third class and a close classification is underway from Raventhorpe to the settled lands around Newdegate. A direct Albany to Newdegate railway remains under study with Parliament-approved lines delaying progress, while interest grows for a route benefiting Albany area.
A garbled notice urges exhibitors to prepare for an annual Albany dog and poultry show set for early next month at the theatre. It calls for entries from all breeds and mentions rules, prizes, and required details for those seeking display space.
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