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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1926
Page
2
On or about July 15 tender details issued by the Minister for Works and the PWD offices at Katanning and Albany. Tenders with a schedule of quantities and deposit, marked Tender, must be received by noon June 22.
A discussion traces the rise in Federal salaries and the call to increase parliamentary membership as Australia’s population grows. It notes proposed Senate and House increases, quota bases from 60,000 to 58,000, and suggests broader representation while warning on party politics and the need for ability over vanity. It cites Royal Commission findings, and potential action before the current Parliament ends, with WA members likely prompting government consideration.
A government notice in the Government Gazette proclaims the Main Roads Act 1028 in effect. Black cockatoos are declared vermin in the Albany and Plantagenet Vermin District by the Governor in Executive Council under the Vermin Act 1918. Fire outbreak reports from Neamylda Hospital verandah. nurses lose clothing. Mrs. A Murdoch of Earl Street dies suddenly. MP A Wana-brough reports public inspection of the new State mail ship Kybra due Monday.
The Albany Chamber held a monthly meeting at the B U L Institute with President Joe Norman presiding. Attendees discussed railway matters, weighbridge shifts, and a proposed West Australian GM plant, plus ship and grain movements and local road and dredge options.
Albany Ratepayers Vigilance Committee and Albany merchants challenge the Railway Commissioner and MLA A Thomson over the zone system for Great Southern rail lines. They argue economical railway loading, revenue per train, and track releases, urging open discussion among residents and interdistrict conference members.
A ministerial reply discusses railway rate policy for wheat from western lands to ports. The text argues exporters’ choices impact department costs and farmers, noting Albany as a key port and urging consideration of differential rates to reflect land areas such as Dumbleyung. The debate warns of potential administrative questions and shifts in support.
The note reports ideal weather for farmers with warm days and cool spells, machinery busy on crops, a strong sheep market with shipments to Albany Midland Junction and Katanning, fats in good demand, and various fruit and wool price trends in Europe. Local events include a football fixture, cinema issues at Under the Red Robe, cattle straying concerns, and a silver button win by Alick Martin at the gulf club.
A very pretty wedding was solemnized at St Luke's Church Pingelly on May BL. The contracting son was Mise a How of The Glen Pingelly, to Ki Robins of Como Albany. The church was decorated and filled as the bride entered with her father. After toasts the couple left for Yallingup Caves. They received many congratulatory telegrams. The ceremony was conducted by Rev Forrest of St Luke's Pingelly.
The Albany council notes discuss ongoing business and a vacant ocean seat. Secretary thanks Mr and Mrs Ogilvie for service, notes society loss, mentions incoming members, and plans a children’s night for the next session.
The OCR fragment references overseas shipment, a railway link, and discussions on finance and train bans. It mentions a minister and a potential future placement before officials, but the text is incomplete and unclear about concrete actions or outcomes.
Perth dispatch notes a Government Mineralogist analyst Dr H C Simpson completed bias report on a sampler. The report toward Mortigalino indicates possible oil in the Kendenap district though analysis remains incomplete and uncertain.
Three inmates escaped from Yatala prison last night after cutting through a bar and lowering themselves from the enclosure with blankets. The fugitives Alfed Mell serving years for car stealing Arthar Williams jailed for testing crimes and Michael Josph Canidy four years for shop breaking with larceny.
Melbourne report notes unconfirmed talks on Prince Duke of York visiting Canberra to open Parliament next year. Prime Minister has consulted Royal Family about attendance. no firm decision announced. The Duke previously indicated willingness to visit when opportunity arises.
Report notes Sir James Allen, High Commissioner, invited the Duke of York to visit New Zealand during a London dinner. The guest replied cautiously, indicating hope the invitation would be fulfilled. The event foreshadows a potential visit to Australia for the opening of the Federal Parliament in Canberra.
A major blaze destroyed eleven shops in Morray Street. Property worth thousands of pounds was lost as the fire swept through the commercial row. Local fire crews battled the flames, preventing spread to adjacent buildings and assessing damages for insurance and rescue operations.
A court declared the engine drivers strike illegal and summoned general secretary H C Gibson to show cause. The action follows heavy disruptions with about 60,000 workers idle and £1,000,000 lost in output, marking it as New South Wales' worst industrial upheaval since 1917.
The season remains good with few showers and sunny days though occasional coolness. Crops dig fast and farmers plant hill crops. Mr. Elliot progresses well and hopes to officiate next week. A new truck arrives, another due in the district. Local football extended to another stage with Norths beating Souths. Norths skipper Williams won the boss as Norths defeated Rouths in the final bell. Mr Wickd reports representatives to Normalun to secure tonnage for experimental grain. landing in Melbourne may cost £25.
In glorious weather a large crowd watched Australia face Durham at Sunderland. Durham batted first and were dismissed for 125. Mailey starred with five wickets, sealing Durham’s collapse as the Australians chased the target.
Australia were all out for 177 in their first innings after Yorkshire dominated. Yorkshire reached 158 before rain halted play. Australia then declared at 943 for three with Andrews 78 Collins 77 and Greer 35 not out. Yorkshire ended 9 for 25 when rain ended the match.
Fine preparations for the ex Emperor of Korea Chuk Yi's funeral are underway with thousands arriving from across Jepin to witness the event. The rites are expected to be the largest ever seen in the Olivet region, drawing royal palace attendants and officials to the ceremony.
Stirling Terrace footway project sparks council discussion on use of day labor or contract work. Mayor Omond backs start next week with on-site material prep to speed progress, while critics push for contract labor at lower rates. Wage comparisons and arbitration awards fuel tension among Drs Ingham Holmes Maslin and Cudihy as York Street repairs loom.
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