22 Jul 1926
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1926
Page
1
Reports from Narrogin Fremantle and Albany council meetings note civic plans including a new public park and street improvements. Prominent figures like Mr Thomson and Mr Melend receive praise, while Fremantle Hospital finances show a balanced year with modest surplus and higher wages. Community events include a 64 visitor delegation, a cinema opening, and local prosecutions under state registrations.
A new brick fire station at Narrogin was officially opened by a civic audience. The building features a large engine room, space for four firemen, residential connections to bells for quick alerts, a motor reel and pump, a steel bell tower, and drying hose facilities. Nearby Moorway plans include similar reels and trucks. A correspondent notes heavy rains last week caused floods and road damage across rural roads including the Hillmaning-Pingelly route and Baxter bridge as crews work on repairs.
A discussion on printing’s role in business and society. It argues printing drives commerce, reduces costs, expands production, and supports social progress through information, advertising, and education. The piece urges cooperation among printers, advertisers, and managers to boost efficiency and returns.
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