Premiers Conference urged rail link from Kalgoorlie to Albany
Prime Minister Hughes deemed the conference satisfactory and friendly while noting two issues immigration and railway expansion. A commission of two external railway experts will study unification of defense and transcontinental lines. The proposal envisions extending the Commonwealth railway from Kalgoorlie to Albany to spur settlement and deepen port capacity for future deep sea liners.
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Mr Hughes
Sne
Australia
Ony Point Ruié
Goldfields
Sea
Jana
Inqmrgia
Albany
Anatrasia
Experance
Goldfield
Athanwy
Jad
Wee
Australa
Methodint Ladies' Guild Meets at Albert Hall
The monthly meeting at Albert Hall drew good attendance and business. The Rainbow Fair date was set for Wednesday, while members of Albany Orange attend service at Scots Church Sunday evening as Hey Alex Crow continues Reformation talks.
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Methodint Ladies’ Guild
Albert Hall
Albany Orange
Scots Church
Alex. Crow
Covenantere
Beetland
R.8.l
P. H. Meeks
Buda
E. Offord
Geo. Brown
Livingstone
Booth Beas
Clarke
Mannheim
Albany
Pooghault
M. R. Madey
Ambersgris found by two whalers off Frenchman's Bay
Reports say PF Sullivan and W Stevens Jr found floating ambergris near the coast, a valuable perfume material though not sold in Australia. Albany notices include a photography business change by A P Ford, a French steamer accident injuring a crewman, and Albany Dog and Poultry Society entries with 414 entries.
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Miss Waterworth
PF. Sullivan
W. Stevens, Jr
Frenchman's Bay
Australia
A. P. Ford
A.lf
Albany
Mannbeis Mog
Albany Dog and Poultry Society
E.“Barrett and Co
Harry Barron
Herbert Robinson
F. R. Dymes
GO. McKenne
F.H. Whitewall
WA. Kennel Club
Moblie
Gould
Local Notes On Travels And Health In Hobart
Personal items report the Prince of Wales of Ireland arriving in Hobart with a sore throat hindering public speaking. Others include F A Nicholle after service in A.L.F enjoying a holiday in Albany with Mr E B Cowan of Ivanhoe. Migx Ruby Cowan arrives in Melbourne to recuperate, staying with Mrs A H Baveridge. Deaths note Mr F E Murphy in Perth after three days, brother to Dryblower Murphy, a figure in musical circles. Albany Brewery proprietor M J Brody departs for Sydney on business and leisure.
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Prince of Wales
Hobart
F. A. Nicholle
AJLEC
A.lf
Nibany
Cowan
Ivanhoe
Perth
Migx
Ruby Cowan
Melbourne
A. H. Baveride
F. EB. Murphy
BK. G. Murphy
Albany
M. J. Brody
Sydney
Brady
Albony
Plantagenet Rifle Club Programme for August
The Mantagenet rifle club outlines the month’s program including Sands trophy events at 300 and 500 yards, second stage of the Downes trophy postponed from July 31, and Sands No 2 trophy at 600 yards.
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Mantagenet Hit
Mount Barker Rifle Club Trophy Scores Increase
Mulkerrin and Sid Northey trophies advanced to a further stage with Martin leading the Mulkerrin at 7 points. Morgan and Steicke tied for second in the Sid Northey, Morgan winning the tiebreaker as Steicke trails with 7 points. Detailed scores list multiple marks for each shooter across both trophies.
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Sid Northey
Martin
Morgan
Steicke
J. Martin
AS. Clarke
KooPhomas
Cod
Vensnifeowm
Clothier
J. Klintwort
Sid Northng
Menu
Steicks
P. Walker
Ohn
H. Parr
K. Sampson
Laurie
The Civil Service Dispute Time Extended to Friday
The government extended the return-to-work deadline to Friday morning after a Premier letter outlining terms. Civil servants faced potential loss of pension rights and positions if they do not comply, with teachers at Albany and elsewhere possibly affected. The strike committee in Perth holds the key to any further action.
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PERTI
Muia
Albany
Perth
Replies to the Editor on Civil Service Strike Questions
A letter from A. P. Walker, secretary of the local committee, answers readers questions about the strike. It explains why demands were delayed until peace, discusses the Appeal Board composition and limits, and argues that immediate relief is needed while a board is promised but not yet formed.
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Bir
Civil Service
Mide
Aleps
Dhemites Committee
Appeal Board
Supreme Court
Wade
Respie
Aa. P. Walker
Wage fairness and civil service pay in Albany era debate
The essay argues for higher wages and better recognition for civil service workers in Albany, highlighting gender pay gaps, criticism of limited advancement for women in teaching, and calls for broader salary reforms across civil service roles beyond education. It notes the strain of low wages on families and the need for fair consideration of female educators.
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Atrike
Government salaries and fatigue in civil service debated
The article weighs pay, fatigue, and job retention in the civil service. It compares Albany and Kalgoorlie salaries, explores outside offers, and questions whether higher public wages justify wage gaps, inflation, and tax impacts on mid and lower income workers. It notes varying salaries for teachers and female staff, and ponders the broader tax burden on households.
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Anne Wie
Monte
Alcamy
Kalgoorlie
Pehiod
Albany
Kalgoortie
Cobo
Lepox
Ami
Max Rive
Government terms of settlement to teachers and civil service
Premier Mitchell sends a letter detailing Cabinet terms to Mr M F Durrey secretary of the disputes committee. The plan requires officers to return to duty, immediate board appointment, classification up to 258 with immediate action, possible further allowances, and applicability to teaching staff under the Education Act with the Public Service Act. Conditions hinge on officers returning to duty tomorrow.
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Mitchell
M. F. Dureey
Daly
Public Service Act
James Mitchell
Preimier
Wheat Scheme deadlines for 1019 20 pool deliveries
The government plans tarcel deliveries of wheat for the 1019 20 pool. Arrangements by the Minister in charge of the Wheat Scheme set a receiving period from September 15 to October 0, with growers required to notify acquisitions for jute deliveries.
Jerger Case Sparks Protest at Parliament House Melbourne
About five thousand people gathered outside Federal Parliament House to protest the deportation of Father Jerger. Police formed a barrier along the steps while Labor members Ryan Brennat Parker Foloney and McGrath urged support for stopping the deportation.
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Melbourne
Federal Parliament House
Yathor Jerger
Ryan
Bren
Nat
Parker Foloney
McGrath Spok
Father Jerger
Hughes Statement On German Subject Case In Court
Mr Hughes says Father Jeger is a German subject and was held by the Freeh Court in May after careful inquiry. He notes non military tribunals found no bias and that Jeger had chances denied to others of German blood, and he appealed to the highest Court in the Commonwealth, where all have agreed he must be permitted.
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Mio
Mer Hughes
Jeger
Freeh Court
Sail and shore talk in Adelaide Amid naval movement
A sensational report from Adelaide notes a naval launch near the bar and a sequence of vessel movements in the river. The Khyber, with a Lascar crew of nine, and the Neglor are part of the incident, and Father Jerger was taken aboard the Khyber before it sailed for West Australia.
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Adelaide
Dodo Howe
Khyber
Lascar
Jerger
Neglor
West Australis
West voyage discussed amid legal moves on Father Jerger
Mr Edwards and others plan to depart for West Australia aboard the express to meet the Khyber captain when it reaches Fremantle Sunday. In Adelaide legal actions seek to restrain military deportation of Father Jerger, with High Court applications dismissed or unresolved and bail or refuge requests denied.
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Edwards
Jol Wren
West Australia
Khyber
Fremantle
Adelaide
Jenner
Ward
Antill
High Court of Australia
Alvo
High Court
Father Jerger
Father Jorger
South
Kalgoorlie Market Fruit Prices Report
The Associated Fruitgrowers Limited Kalgoorlie notes shortages across fruit and vegetables with high prices. Apples and pears show wide ranges, citrus in demand, and vegetables selling at very short supply with brisk m arket rates.
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Associated Fruitgrowera, Limited
Kalgoorlie
Rokewoods
Five Crowns
Jie
Dunne
Yates
Wool Sale Notes From London Offer July Thirteen
A telegram dated July 13 reports wool sales remaining at opening-rate prices with steady demand for god and combing grades. Other descriptions are neglected, and the London offer notes continued sales activity and improved demand for fine and medium qualities.
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Messrs
Thalycy Aid Co., Ltd
Atheny
London
Sinn Fein Leaders Push for Intensified Guerrilla War
London July 21 The Daily Chronicle reports Sinn Fein leaders have held a meeting and decided on an intensified guerrilla campaign against British forces. The paper notes the Labour Party opposition to government Irish policy and suggests Sinn Fein outrages will be treated as manufactured to pressure policy.
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London
Daily Chronicle
Sinn Fein
Potien
Huulah Labor Party
Sinn Fein Murders Push Irish Police Toll Past Twelve
The Sinn Fein related killings in Ireland have raised the police death toll to 12 since the start of the new year, as authorities report a rising number of attacks against officers.
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Sinn Fein
Ireland
Shamrock IV Wins America Cup Challenge at Vancouver
The Shamrock IV wins the America Cup race held at Vancouver on July 21 after a long contest. Despite a calm period limiting the second move, Shamrock IV secured victory by 2 minutes in the third race. Built on the Clyde for Sir Thomas Lipton, the vessel carried vast canvas for a 75 foot hull and impressed observers with its sailing power and helming, drawing praise from American experts for its speed and seaworthiness.
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Vancouver
Shamrock IV
Clyde
Thome Lipton
Amarien
Iain
Bramrock TV
Dafendera
Hritivh Raving
Uritivh Yachte
New York
Dixon Wins West Ward Seat in Albany Municipal Election
In Albany, voters chose K Dixon over B Pritchard for the unexpired West Ward council term ending November 1921. The 268 ballots cast show modest turnout but clear support for Dixon, who thanked ratepayers and pledged to serve the town's welfare.
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Albany
L. 8. Barnett
Tlall
Messrs
K. Dixon
B. Pritchard
W. J. Day
Vinson
Fritehord
Dixon
Weet
West
Wannbrough
Pritchard
Aura
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