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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1927
Page
2
Details list bail dates for J E Turner on August 2 and August 6, with conditions and procedures for freight related matters. Notes reference to clerk in charge and the goods office at the railway.
An invitation directs trader Ace to appear on Monday Migust 8 at Tem for the erection of a galvanined tree fone at Stir ling street rear of Phewer Those.
A detailed critique argues grain prices stay below production costs while farm profits lag other sectors. It discusses corn feeding livestock, market value versus real worth, deflation in agricultural products, and the need to measure farmer prosperity by purchasing power rather than nominal prices. The piece notes Federal Reserve price trends and debates whether land values reflect distress or profitability, urging careful national policy.
In the Princess Royal Sailing Club report Mrs McNamara did not receive a silver mounted butter dish but a silver mounted his cut harcel. The Institute for the Aged Blind at Victoria Park seeks linen and other items. a fete in the Town Hall on Friday is planned with novelties for afternoon and evening sessions. Busselton water supply and meter issues are discussed at the Water Board meeting. A croquet and St John’s Social Club variety fair raised £40 for Jasper funds, with winning ticket numbers listed. The Artillery Social and Sports Club held an event at Dell Hall with sport, music, and a new miniature rifle range. more activities and membership drives are planned for Friday.
At the July 11 council meeting Messier Hishay and Hees requested space for 1500 cases of petrol in an old Frederick Street building. The debate centered on suspending by-law No 4 pending revision, with inspector Mr White insisting on concrete floors and strict controls before approval. The motion to grant permission, subject to inspector demands, was carried with one dissent.
Thomas Morrow, 41, a Liverpool labourer, left a farewell note and killed himself after being told there was no dole. His wife Isabella testified at the inquest that he returned home distraught, refused food, and died the next day. The coroner recorded death by own action despite unemployment benefit records.
Narrikup residents gathered Thursday for the annual general meeting of the Narrikup Hall. K Williamson was elected Chairman with J Turnbull as secretary treasurer. A three member committee was formed to prepare plans for a new hall. Subsequent sports events and club notices followed, including football and cricket reports and a wind-up golf event on July 20. Tennis work parties were urged for Saturday afternoon.
Wirths Circus opens in Albany on Saturday August 4 for one night. Five star turns from Ringling Bros Olympia London and Busch bow in, with Paktenbern's bears and Bonnellys aerial feats among the highlights. The show runs 4 PM opening and animal care before performances.
On Saturday afternoon the Albany Ladies Hockey Association premiership advances two games on the Ulster road reserve. The Checkers meet High School at 2.15, followed by Tin nerinla versus High School A. A keenly contested struggle is anticipated.
In New South Wales and Western Australia, shoe makers announce a price increase effective July 1 due to higher hide costs. The move follows a sectoral rise prompted by steel and leather price hikes, with retailers warned to adjust stock accordingly. A separate note mentions sailors in the British Navy adopting new headwear policy by January 1, 1028.
Sydney centers federal government activities this week as Calimet meetings proceed. On Thursday the Prime Minister and the Treasurer plan to meet state premiers to finalize the debt arrangements from last month’s Melbourne conference. Premiers will consider Commonwealth proposals on financial relations and expect some amendments while endorsing a broad national finance scheme.
The June conference urged special focus on sinking funds for land purchases and repatriation of returned visitors. Proposals aim to extend sinking fund repayment until soldier settlements become property of settlers, with Royal Commission inquiry pending and terms of reference to be defined.
A plan following talks between Minister for Markets and Migration Paterson and wine industry representatives proposes a board elected by winemakers with a government member to oversee marketing in Great Britain and overseas. The board would raise funds by a levy on exports and set licensing conditions to secure better returns for producers. a conference with industry stakeholders and states will refine the scheme before Cabinet approval.
A speech by Mr Lang in Sydney claimed the Country party platform called for the elimination of State and Federal awards. The record shows the actual plank reads Elimination of overlapping of Federal and State awards, revealing the misrepresentation.
Shipping notes report Kybre sailing from Freemantle with Bonbery and Boreham en route and plans to call at Hopetoun and Kaperance with cargo passengers and mails. Other vessels include Ky ele heading to Kelipee Island and the Aberdeen Hiner Demosthenes arriving from London for medical inspection and cargo plus mail. Also Pipiriki discharged railway rails at deep water jetty and Melflrawith McEacharn Co liner Katoomba bound for Sydney via Melbourne and Adelaide expected to reach Albany with cargo and passengers.
Bart Cacral American theatrical producer is sentenced to one year and a day in Athinta Penitentiary for perjury arising from a champagne bath party. Carroll admitted ginger ale was used, a jury found no Prohibition violation but guilty of perjury, case not reviewed by the Supreme Court.
A large-search effort in Sumdey's Durrah Dale district for David and Malrew Whillijim and Jeffirer Blades failed to locate them after they vanished while herding hogs. The incident occurred yesterday morning amid rain and difficult terrain.
A message from Gormnstable Ahern states traces of the missing men were found including a fire burning and signs of sal marks observed by the constable.
Police command set orders to bolster the search for a missing person as mounted units and civilian volunteers from Bayswater joined in. About twenty people, including Mrs Blades, travelled in a motor car to Jaurrah dale for the fresh search efforts.
An aeroplane took part this morning in a joint operation with the police to assist in monitoring and patrols. The initiative aims to bolster air surveillance and support ground units.
Perth reports the hearing of charges against Constables Regan and St. Jack over the Dala killings in the Kimberleys has been delayed due to Regan’s illness. The case concerns the death of natives and the proceedings were postponed yesterday.
Adelaide reports aircraft involved in the Australia Singapore aerial survey have been repaired after severe damage and left for Mildura yesterday morning.
In Canberra Parliament, Mr Walter A Gale CMG Clerk of the House of Representatives collapsed and died yesterday. At 63, the Western Australia native held several senior government posts and his death is attributed to heart failure.
Sydney report says an aeroplane carrying Captain Williams Sergeant Owen and Captain Badean during an air routes inspection in Australia crashed when its propeller struck a hockey goal post at Arminate yesterday afternoon. All crew members escaped injury.
Preston E. Elenwick, 56, postmaster at Awborn New South Wales, was found seriously injured after being shot in the head and right arm. A revolver and ragor were by him as investigators note suspicious circumstances pointing to a potential public assault.
Confused draft describes a basketball event in Albertall with unclear teams and no decisions yet. It notes 7.00 representatives of the ALA to face a Swinming Club including Ray Nott, and a second match between East and Methodist B. The opening game hinges on reach and which team drops out of the fall four.
The document lists fixtures for swimming matches including July 28 between Swimming Club and A C, Fast vs Methodist, August trials for High School and August 18 A C A vs Methodist B, East vs Swimming Club, and August 25 involving Methodiat.
A fragmented ad claims adding sweetened water to a concentrated HEENZO yields a family remedy for cold and flu symptoms. It touts pleasant taste, no drugs or poisons, and suitability for all ages, though details are unclear.
A July report notes the air war test shows raids repeatedly penetrated London defences. Raiders succeeded in reaching objectives and then returning to base, with London proving difficult to deter both day and night.
Unprecedented rainfall causes floods in Narada and Western India with Bombay isolated. Mail trains from Peshawar and Panisah marooned in the mud. communication with the affected area is cut off.
In Capetown July 24 the long South African drought shows partial relief from unusual winter rains. Crowds mark the first rally in over two years and drought relief funds have saved hundreds from deprivation. Government resistance blocks rainmaking tests though a member of Parliament with a light aircraft plans a trial. Meetings urge more rain across stricken areas.
The report notes wheat shipments and prices from London to Australia for July and August including Winnipeg and Argentine parcels. It cites visible wheat supplies for the Americas and Canada, firm Chicago and Winnipeg markets, and Buenos Aires price movements for August options. Inactivity and rust in Canada are also mentioned.
Major Vernon Albert Mills Bradshaw of Kensington Court Gardens appeared in the London Bankruptcy Court reporting assets of £400 while liabilities reach £65,044. He inherited about £220,000 and other sums from wills, served as director of Motor Purchase Ltd and Park Ward and Co Ltd, and admitted losses of £12,900 and £74,700 in two motor concerns.
Gastronomic experts in London clash over how to eat oysters with or without accompaniments. Some denounce brown bread and vinegar or lemon juice as desecration while others defend stewed fried curried or pickled oysters. A faction praises drinking nothing with oysters to preserve the pure sea flavor despite old fears of disease from raw oysters.
In Wales Contain Campbell seeks a motoring speed record on the Carmarthenshire coast but every day brings a loss of 120 pounds due to persistent misgivings and technical delays.
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