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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1926
Page
2
A Perth era editorial urges industrial expansion to aid Albany and surrounding towns, urging interdistrict cooperation. It cites government road and railway spending, and questions why Albany and nearby centers are not matched with local efforts to boost prosperity. The piece calls for concrete steps to improve the region.
The minister noted major industrial talks in Melbourne with Atgwin and firms like Lyell, Broken Hill, McKeay Tarvester, and British Imperial Oil. Albany is praised for location but shows no new industrial projects or growth. Despite funds spent and a buoyant visitors' season, no significant Albany developments or expansions are recorded, presenting a discouraging view.
The Local and General Licensing Court will hold a quarterly sitting of the State Licenses Reduction Board at the Albany Court House on Wednesday June 16 at 10 30 am. Other items include King's Birthday public holiday observances and pre holiday closures of business houses shipping and customs offices. AGA parade at the Morte on Sunday and the Adelaide S S Co s cargo steamer Tarcoola due to bring cargo for Albany.
A Albany Town Hall gathering with the Mayor presiding reviewed season finances and a fire demonstration. Balances showed receipts of £218 16/4 plus dances and entertainment £40 3/10, total £250 10/6, expenses £220 12/11. Committee credit balance £4 4/4 after one‑third guarantee. Election of committee officers and members followed, with appeal to include others. Discussion touched centenary celebration and a choral society event, delaying final decisions. Bands contest dates considered for late February or early March.
A letter to the editor accuses the Albany mayor of authorizing Perth road repairs costing £40 to £50 without council consent. The writer cites previous acts by Dr Ingham and argues such spending exceeds municipal limits and breaches the Municipal Act. The correspondent urges scrutiny of the mayor's legality and vows readers deserve clarity.
To the Editor readers urge Albany citizens to oppose a sale of Peel's Place backing councilors Wittenoom and Holmes. The note warns against alienating a civic reserve and stresses unity against outside influence. Golf club members announce a mixed foursome match Saturday afternoon with signing and secretary notice.
The Director of Agriculture notes that wholesale seed pricing could be arranged if farmers form a cooperative, and suggestslavernne aecial grass as suitable. seeds would be cash-on-delivery. The Works and Labor under secretary says the Two People Bay water scheme awaits priority as urgent proposals require consideration before further investigation.
The secretary Mr C C Keysor seeks the Interdistrict Conference view on classifying land between Newdegate and Albany for a potential railway. Lands Department sees little settlement scope and won’t fund close classification, while the board is asked to judge land quality and volume, and whether the line's routing serves the county and reduces haulage costs to Albany, Premastle, or Banbury.
Mr Hector Stewart MILC met with the Lands Minister to review classification from Newdegate road Magenta to the No 1 rabbit proof fence east of Damnea. Much area remains uncompleted and results show a small portion of first class land with large second class patches and some third class land near Madsen sheets 4068 and 405A.
The secretary Mr C O C Keyser wrote to the Commissioner of Railways and the Minister about freight policy. The minister’s reply notes no declared gains from freight reductions and explains that shipments must use the nearest port, with export produce subject to orders directing trucks to port departures.
Burveror Woods of the Railway Department and Surveyor Leake of Public Works arrived in Albany to oversee the deviation of the railway line between Tidore and Denmark Wards. They depart tomorrow for Har Riding to continue the survey of the proposed tunnel project.
Mount Barker notes a big next Saturday clash between South and North with both teams fielding their best lineups amid a large crowd. Local star C J Dizon is tipped for a better performance than last week at Cranbrook as the association plans to curb non subscribers at the gate. The North team selection lists many players including Williams Fr akine Solomon Warn Parsons Humphries Smith Williamson Collins (2) Liehick Simpson (2) Riches Rundle Hoopes Young Clothier (2) Roberts Thwaites Foutha Tomes Wright Maunsell Sounwean (2) Boyer Green (3) Webr Turnull Bevan Clothier Wates Webster Tucker Steele Taylor Hambley Wallace Ryan BEBS. Special screenings include Under the Hood Robe at Mount Barker Hall and a June 7 King’s Birthday showing In Hot Water to raise funds for the Mount Barker sub-branch of the RSL Concert with support from the Co-Optimist Musical Party from Albany.
The week brought sunny weather and budding paddocks as locals plan a city trip for business and new car purchases. In football, Narrikup and South Barker traveled to Cranbrook for a keen match where South Barker led early but North Albany won, while both teams eye big games next Saturday and Monday's tilt against Faet Albany.
Senate debates the Northern Territory Lands Bill authorizing Crown Lease amendments to grant freehold for certain law classes. Township allotments may be bought at not less than £5 with 16 year terms, while government aims to promote settlement, mining, and economic development led by three commissioners.
The Albany sub-branch of the Returned Soldiers' Salary and Nursing Turnerial League plans its fortnightly meeting next Tuesday at the Fielders Institute. A larger attendance is requested, with discussion on arranging the farewell ball set for Monday, June 28, and other proper aims.
In Perth reporting the Kalgoorlie murders little new information emerges. A quantity of exhibits removed from the gold treatment plant site was brought to Perth by the trans-train, possibly for inquiry use.
English university debaters were greeted in council chambers by Perth mayor Mr. Franklin after arriving by trans-train. Mr. Macdonald praised their homeland’s wit and economic insight and spoke of Australia’s developing potential and the idea of group settlements across the continent.
The search for Hugh Pickett who escaped from Claremont Hospital for the insane has yielded no success. Authorities continue to look for him as a missing person.
The miners delegates boards across the north and south endorsed the policy of the Miners Federation and authorized Federal officers to seek a compulsory conference with engine drivers through Mr. Hibble. If drivers refuse, miners may press to work and a conference will be pursued. Adelaide reports coal strike slackening shipping causing 1000 waterside workers to idle at Port Adelaide.
The town mourns the death of John McGovern sen aged 76 after ten days of abdominal illness. Born in Karachi India, he served in the government pilot service at Fremantle, police at Perth York and Bunbury, and led Albany gaol before retirement. He leaves a family of nine with grandchildren. Funeral held at the Roman Catholic Cemetery with many locals in attendance.
Mesdames Colebatch and Price hosted a reception in London as Lady Conk was ill. Mr A H Baile spoke on the South African trip lasting five weeks and fifty concerts, seen as a great success financially and musically. The band plans to tour many towns with an audience projected around seven million.
In the House of Commons the Prime Minister states both owners and retainers rejected negotiations. Government ready to resume talks but cannot promise a settled amount. Future progress hinges on the parties’ willingness to negotiate and the state of mine relations.
Rain prevented large attendance at the Derby Festival. Despite word of yesterday's sunshine, a night-long downpour reduced gaiety as spectators abandoned the pilgrimage to Epsom to see the Derby. Coronach won the race by five lengths over Lancs Gavin.
The report notes dull weather at Enlai with Australia facing England. Collins Klis Grimmett Eve ret Hendry struggled against visitors’ attack while Carr opened batting before rain halted play after four overs. England stood 0 for 40 at stumps as showers returned.
Match results show Australia across venues with two wins and eight draws. notable innings wins at Oxford and Southampton, while several results end in draws or abandoned matches. A separate note from Mr F Allen stresses continued schooling and evening classes to boost youth education and employability.
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