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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 29, 1926

Page

2

Albany Aims for Progress as Collier Defends Town

The piece argues that critics like Mr. Collier should not hinder Albany’s growth. It praises the Premier’s energy and vision and urges continued development of Albany’s harbors, climate, and expanding homesites. A social evening and Caledonian Society event are noted, with plans for future dances and a public propaganda push in Woopton.

Albany Mr. Collier Weat Australia Collier Axel Wentern Australia Commonwealth James Mitchell Thi Ecompany Tathers

Polling Place at Frankland River Notified for Commonwealth

The Chief Electoral Officer for the Commonwealth through J. E. Prowse MILA proposes to appoint a polling place at Frankland River. Also, H.M.A.B. Marguerite will visit Albany during January centenary celebrations, training ship for the navy built in 1916, 1250 ton register, presented by Britain. Melbourne return to Fremantle may bring a visit to Albany on the way to the Eastern States, negotiations ongoing. Arrests: Edward Livesey, previously jailed for robberies, remanded eight days. Death: Lenla Tr neat McKenzie, Albany native, died in Perth. funeral today. Oddfellows visit to Denmark and Albany, Rebekah Lodge discussed.

Commonwealth Mr. Farrar J. E. Prowse Mila Frankland River Albany J. H. Prowse H.M.A.B. Marguerite England Kenore W.mas Melbourne H.M.A.B Auatlia Fremantle Percy Lambert J. A. Prowse M.hla Prowse Edward Livesey

Girls Guild Concert at Albert Wall on Duke Street

A large audience attended the Girls Guild concert at the Methodist Church on Duke Street. The program featured a variety of vocal items, mandolin duet, recitations, sketches, and songs, with strong performances by Miss Vaughan, Mrs Thorne, Miss Monaghan, and the company. The dresses were bright and the overall event praised for careful training and execution.

Albert Wall Duke Street Lirla’ Guild Methodist Church Turkestan Misa Thomas WM. Merrifield L. Parker B. Clough Misa Vaughan Maoorr

Norths Defeat Cranbrook. premiership race tightens

Last Saturday Norths beat Cranbrook on Cranbrook’s ground leaving both teams level in major premierships. Narrogh will visit August 8 with Albany possible to host next Saturday, risking postponement of the South Cranbrook match. Boronia season opens and locals head to the bush for the harvest bouquet as rain returns and a Forrest Hill dance is planned for tomorrow night.

Norths Cranbrook Boutha Northa Narrogh Albany South Cranbrook Forrest Hill

Returned Soldiers' League Albany Branch Meetings

The Albany sub-branch of the Returned Soldiers League met at the Soldiers Institute on Tuesday night with no president or vice president present. Mr Plumb was elected president for the ensuing 12 months, while discussions covered finances, receipts, branch start, centenary preparations, and a plan to hold a dance on August 16 to boost activity.

Albany Returned Soldiers Sanlora Nureea’ I Imperial League A. W. Senior Groves Plum Plumb League Learue Perth Fonda Mercer Bornholm Great Southern Tambellup Torbay H. Vaughan Dunker Trade Insurance Co Particvisis Mombers Theown Cthera

Albany conference sparks debate over Albany finances

Premier Mr. P. Collier defended government actions after a local bodies conference in Albany. He rejected claims of a conspiracy to keep Albany idle and said grants and expenses were being explained. He noted arrears and sinking fund payments but stressed the government would consider Albany requests on their merits.

P. Collier Albany Binte Eeceine Allier Freese

Mount Barker Notes Preview Local Sports and Death News

Last Sunday Mount Barker unit faced Tambellup with a strong run of wins for the association and individual players. Upcoming August 8 match vs Nat Fogin and Cranbrook’s game against Mount Barker at Plantagenet Park are noted with missing players hoped back. Also reported are the death of Mr Nelson Taylor, arrangements for a Boy Scouts start in September, and a recent fundraising board party at the Collins residence with prize winners listed.

Mount Barker Tambellop Onpaye Jocalites Nat. Fogin Cranbrook Bouth Mount Barker Plantagenet Park Chaplin

Perth Market Cattle Reach High Prices Despite Small Consignments

At yesterday's market a small shipment from Mr. John McLean of Mount Rokeby sold for up to £30 2s 6d per head. The three and a half year old cattle were bred by the owner and faced brisk competition. Outlook for cattle remains very good with beef bullocks expected to maintain high values.

John McLean Mount Rokeby

WA political talk on capitation grant and federal plans

Perth reports discuss Kr O Law remarks on capitation grants with opposition urging WA focus from the Bruce government. R C Law, Perth businessman, returns from the east and cautions West Australians to wait for full Commonwealth intentions on surplus funds and development use for smaller states.

Perth KR. O. Law Western Australia Bruce R. C. Law Advics

Weather returns to normal winter patterns

The forecast notes a return to average winter conditions with lingering showers for the coast from Geraldton southward. Expect rain to reach the eastern fringe of the wheat belt by tonight as rivers and railway traffic resume operations, except Fremantle hampered by disrupted communication.

Geraldton Wheat Belt Fremantle

New Zealand Rivers Reach Unusual Heights in Rainfall

Wellington reports phenomenal rainfalls across the Manawatu Wanganui and Taranaki districts with river levels in the latter part of the country reaching 50 feet above normal as flood conditions develop.

Wellington Manawatu Wanganui Taranaki Rivera

Nationalist MP Mann resigns seeks independent stance

After a long interview with the Prime Minister Mr Grove and Mr Ki A Mann for Milk in Perth, Mr Mann announced his resignation from the Nationalist Party. He said his move stemmed from three core questions in policy and state relations, and he planned to take an independent stand in the House with no new party formation.

Melbourne Mr. Grove Ki A. Mann Milk Perth Asno Mann Flacapoly Mansial

Walsh and Raeburn Dropped from Seamen’s Union Ballot

In Melbourne on Thursday the Victorian Sea Men's Union held a stormy meeting and decided that Tom Walsh and W Raeburn names should not appear on the ballot papers for the election of officers.

Melbourns The Seamen’s Union Tom Walsh W. Raeburn Seamen's Union

NSW Premier Rejects Federal Agreement on Main Roads

In a Sydney speech Premier Lang stated he would not sign the Federal agreement regarding main roads. He rejected the Works Minister Fill’s claim that all states would back the pact, asserting New South Wales would not participate.

Sydney Lang Snrech House of Representatives Miniter For Works Fill Hevin 'Wood Lange New South Wales

Australia Departed After Enthusiastic Farewell

Sydney witnesses Miss 1 Mills nicknamed Misa Australia sail for men aboard the ss Sonoma yesterday. The departure was marked by an enthusiastic farewell from the crowd and presenters.

Sydney Mills Misa Australia Sonoma

Denmark Church Notes Presbyterian Service Update

On Sabbath July 25 Borshine led worship with improved attendance despite a light shower. Outside services were at Group 115 Karri End and William Day. Denmark saw modest numerical gains as young members aided the gathering. August 1 evening service to be led by a church member. August 8 plans for services at Groups 116 and 110.

Borshine Karri End William Day Denmark

Interstate Football Match Ends In Rough Victory

The second Vietn tian versus W.A. League clash ends with Australia leading 11 goals 10 behinds to Peter 10 goals and behinds after a bruising contest.

Aose Australia Peter

Methodist Special Services Set for August 1 at Denmark

Special Sunday services planned at the Methodist Church in Denmark on August 1 marked as Young People’s Day. Rev. F G Pearse will speak at the morning service on Christ and the Child and in the evening on The Present Governs the Future. He will also lead a 8 15 p m service at East Denmark. A tea collection for the Young People’s Fund is planned with a large prize drawing backed by the committee, aiming to raise funds regardless of ticket sales.

Bill Muaphiew Cranbrock Inet Bill Seveen Genta Taylor Nelson Taylor England Porongorup Road Albany Tle H G, Barnacle Church of England Metery Hoy. E Vethodiet Denmark Young People's Bay F. G. Pearse Pearse East Denmark Teaeeoneta Senle

Return of Major Cairnes Candy to West Australia

Personal colonial era goldfield figure Major Cairnes Candy, after wartime service and travels in Australia, plans to settle near Forest Hill in Mount Barker district West Australia. He will farm a block with Tasmanian Fresian cattle and rejoin local farming life, drawing on his earlier 1000 acre holdings.

Major Cairnes Candy Teddington Australia Tasmania Friendly West Australia Forest Fill Tasmanian Candy Mount Barler

Australians Fall Short in Surrey Return at The Oval

Overcast and warm conditions marked a return match with Australia at The Oval against Surrey. Notable gaps included Walling Hendry Richatedson Gregory and Ellis for the visitors. Bardsley and Collins showed improved form as Australia posted a modest total of four wickets, with Woodfull aiding Jardine before collapse ensued.

London the Oval Surrey Walling Hendry Richatedson Gregory Ellis Bardsley Collins Mde Bardwey Bardeley Aleain Woodfull Jardine Greetorv Australia Ponder Shepherd Aourtney Db Loektot Andrews Ce Tardtine Memeh Ponsford Laclkton Taylor Ruddring

Test match certainty voiced by Sydney Smith

Mr. Sydney Smith manager of the Australian team stated tonight that it is certain the last test will be played out. The remarks confirm expectations for the series finale amid ongoing discussions on scheduling and venue.

Sydney Smith

Fourth Test Match Ends In Crowded Draw Amid Rain

The fourth test match finished as a draw after rain interrupted play. Aum tealin and memories of Woodfull and Macartney appear in the report as their scores reach 335 for the last wicket, while the visitors end at 408 for five at stumps.

Yuesiey Aumtealin Fleet Woodfull Macartney

Flight to Australia: Cobham Arrives Penang Then Singapore

Cobham landed in Penang on Thursday and is expected to fly to Singapore today. The report notes travel from Point yesterday and a planned leg to Singapore.

Penang Cobham Point Yesterdy Singapore

Massive landslide devastates central Korea killing dozens

A heavy rainstorm triggered a huge landslide at Sichusei-hondo in central Korea. Thirty six people died and 170 were injured with 71 reported missing. Over a hundred houses were destroyed. SS Lee.

Sichusei-hondo Thif Korea Lee

Lynch Law in Mexican City Mayor’s Death Reported

A violent confrontation between government forces and militants in Mesivo City leads to the death of Nochin town’s mayor after an alleged assault on a priest. Local reports cite Atala authorities and indicate mob violence surrounding the incident.

Mesivo City Atala Ol Darateens Nochintan Atihoon

Albany railways clash over新port links and land yields

A letter from Perth and local comments dispute Albany Ravensthorpe and Hopetoun rail plans. Officials say land quality does not justify costly new lines while advocates urge opening vast tracts to ports. Premier department notes Lands Department findings and defers final decision.

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