Water supply concerns loom over Albany woollen town
The town faces a threatened water shortage as reservoir storage runs low amid calls to extend supply and possibly raise £30,000 to £40,000 for a new aqueduct. Residents fear delays could affect woollen mills and households while the town engineer questions the immediacy of need.
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Albany notices and local events mix of misfortunes and meetings
Mrs Hretheralge of Albany dies at her daughter's Albany home. Mrs J M Hullysurton returns from the United States after a holiday voyage. The Albany Continual Classed term starts Monday with free tuition offers in English shorthand and millinery. Fire damages F Bevilaqua premises due to melted pipe and gas leak. fire brigade extinguishes blaze with safety precautions. Community meetings discuss finances, committee activities, and plans for demonstrations and public events at the Town Hall and St Joseph's Hall including dances and charity shows. The Albany Christy Minstrels perform at the Empire Theatre to aid the late Mrs Ware's family with new acts and proceeds channeled to the appeal.
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Water crisis hit town with prolonged outages and repairs
A major disruption affected light and water services in the town after a burst pipe near the pumping station Monday. Repairs at Germuut and the Premer Hotel area caused outages through Tuesday, with pumping resuming at 4 o clock. Repairs to the town pipeline and reservoir restored service later in the day.
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Wagin council backs motion on border supervision and rail grants
Council agrees to a canter renewal for supervising and carrying out work of two bodies. Townsfolk react to penalties on staying stock and a new scheme to fix water and wine tender details are reported. Concerns arise over postal regulations and tram funding receive attention as war ends.
Prohibition Campaign Evening in Albany
A Prohibition event at the Albany Town Hall featured Mr. Tennysun Smith and Mrs. Teuiesun Smith delivering recitals and songs. The program included hymns and readings, with remarks of gratitude to supporters and a closing national anthem.
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Town Hall Resolutions Oppose Denmark Liquor License
Albany residents pass resolutions protesting a liquor license application at Denmark urging government action to prevent granting. They also press open meeting policy to curb new applications to the Licenses Regulation Board and involve district, provincial authorities and press.
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Tennyson Smith to Visit Denmark for Prohibition Campaign
Prohibition supporters plan a Denmark visit by Tennyson Smith to urge signatures against Koenig’s license application. The campaign, arranged with Mather of the WIA Alliance, spans August 1 to 6 with a welcome meeting for Smith and his wife on Friday July 26.
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Returned Soldiers League Meeting Minutes at Whitahers Cle
The Whitahers of Cle branch held a Tuesday night meeting at the Soldiers Institute chaired by Mr A. Wo Senior. discussion covered branch finances bookkeeping, correspondence, aid for a widow, trench mortar handover, endowment proposals, and plans for the annual congress in October.
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Water Shortage Forces Mine Closures at WalamwiklIe
Reports indicate a water shortage forces the Walamwiklie mine to close temporarily. The Crew-Woulder Proprietary mine cites limited water supply and government dam constraints as reasons for halting operations. Officials are attempting relief measures amid ongoing shortages.
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Senate Vacancy Report Amid Sudden Death in Thurdlay Scene
An aged vacancy arises in the state Senate after the death of Semter Baker. Officials announce an upcoming election to fill the seat at Dhirimamens, with Lominoe te Lahaye and Cornerly vying for the post.
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Brisbane Vessel Ties Up After Coastal Turbulence
The H.M.A.S. Brisbane, the vessel Thewig Tessupe, and the PLM AB reported damage and were beached at Port Maortaby after yesterday’s events. Officials say the ship sustained minor harm with no injuries, and an inspection is underway to assess the extent of the damage.
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Victorian Farmers Ask Tariff Board To Adjust Duties
A Victorian Farmers representative urged the Minister for Customs to have the Tariff Board revise tariffs on agricultural implements. Mr Patterson, M.E.L.E., said farmers oppose importing costly burial machinery and seek sale at a competitive rate.
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Night Watchman Burned in Camperdown Stables Fire
Sydney reports a watchman named John Sullivan aged sixty died after being trapped in a blaze that consumed Camperdown stables. He and others fought to rescue workers and horses, twelve of which perished, with survivors and remains found near a horse barn.
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Port Lyttleton Trouble and Dismissals Stun Waterfront
Seven union officials charged with conspiracy to prevent rewire at Fort Lyttleton were dismissed by Julee Edwards. The crowd filled the waterfront as waterside workers protested at Devilien, amid allegations the Crown had failed to act.
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Peculiar Circular Circulates Among Queensland Residents
A circular claims Queensland residents may become owners of freehold oil plots in Arkansas. The United States Attorney General is examining the matter. At a meeting of the Kellerberein Producers, rainfall was reported as poor last year with fine crops overall. Harvests in Nabemwan Towis showed mixed results, with early April start and unusually wet September. Sheep have declined in numbers, while wool prices in the district are sensational.
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Congress Grants Free Railway Pass for Executive Visits
Discussion noted a plan to obtain a free railway pass for executive officers when visiting outside branches. The matter contrasted with a precedent in cure where the secretary of the organization received free travel. Attention was drawn to a circular from the State Executive urging effective work by branches, and no action was taken for frontier areas.
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Empire Rifle Match Report From London July
Empire rifle match report from London dated July recounts results with nations listed including Australia South Africa India and others. It mentions scores such as 244 for Australia and 216 for South Africa and notes tensions between teams in a late stage draw.
British Boxers Face Uncertain Path to Future Olympics
The report notes doubts about British participation in future Olympic Games and cites concerns over safe and honorable conduct in sport. It highlights tensions within boxing circles and possible sanctions affecting team prospects.
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Murders in Chicago Seen Noted as Daily Reports
New York press reports that Chicago has a rise in murders while the city’s officials claim no murders occur daily. The dispatch says most cases involve padlocked districts and unclear motives, with few executions and many suspects still at large.
Torrential Indian Rains Cause Major Losses
Reports from Simla dated July 23 announce severe rainfall across South India causing widespread damage. At least 110 lives are lost in Mintinar while Travoncore and Trichur are cut off by flooded roads and washed-out rail and road lines.
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Maclaren in Japan Hop After Bay Passage
A brief note from Tokio dated July 23 records Maclaren hopping off near Tokiotan Bay heading toward Murasaki Bay, following a no-sape from the area.
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Settlement aid and land titles debated in Ken- Ken event
The document discusses settlers at Ken- Ken with plans to pay owed balances, direct government support, and potential government land transfers. It notes residents seek title clarity, improvements like fertilisation, and possible expansion toward a self funded retirement or larger farming operations.
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