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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1927
Page
4
Weather and crowd dampen Albany match but a keen contest ends 611 to 75 in favor of the Northern team. Eastern and Northern forwards clash as Milne N, Wheeler and Milne S feature. referee reliability and a shifting scorings board draw criticism.
True English fashions feature in the Paramount Picture London starring Dorothy Gish. The scene shows Royal Park promenade attire with a black and white tweed coat, pearl button, large bow, and black velvet hat. Finishing touches include smart black patent shoes and white stockings.
Retell was the outstanding player of the day with solid marks and useful passes to forwards. Carlin and Dean impressed on the wing for East while North’s forward line held steady. Morrell and Firepatrick also contributed in a hard fought game. A motor coach trip is arranged for Albany at 8:90 am for football enthusiasts.
A wartime style column argues football rewards quick thinking over sheer speed. It notes that clever players influence outcomes by foresight, decisiveness, and timely moves, while fast sprinters may miss the crucial moment. It cautions that errors test resolve and urges defenders to stay ready to act after mistakes.
Professor A C Sherman of Columbia University argues in Industrial and Engineering Chemistry that applying modern food chemistry findings to diets can extend life and boost efficiency. He cites rat studies and suggests similar human benefits, though full confirmation awaits further trials and observation.
Winter timetable published by stationmaster J P Beanson lists departures from Perth to Albany on Monday Seeley Wednesday Thursday and Friday and Saturday only with arrivals Tuesday and Saturday mornings. Albany to Perth departures occur Sunday Monday Tuesday Thursday Wednesday Friday and arrive Perth on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday and Saturday with morning times.
Train service between Denmark and Albany shows mixed weekly runs and alternate dates. Departures occur Monday Wednesday Friday and Saturday with varied morning and afternoon times, including 7.5 am and 11.58 am arrivals, plus alternate Saturdays and Sundays on specific dates in August 1927.
The list records show dates for Corrigin and other towns along the Great Southern line. Dates span September 28 through November with many towns hosting events on Saturdays and Wednesdays including Albany and Kojonup.
The Barepta crewman Harry Smith saved Alfred Mokoram Way from drowning four miles east of the Corton Lighthouse during a October squall. Smith leaped into icy seas, reached Way as he sank, and aided him aboard with a lifebuoy and line. The Royal Humane Society report notes 600 cases aided in 1929 and 586 lives saved.
In Loughborough the body of Mrs Thomas Smith and her young son John Eric were found in the swollen River Soar after a missing persons search. Neighbors suspect the mother followed the child to the river to dispose of waste. an accidental drowning verdict was returned.
Land parcels in Kent and Plantagenet districts open for selection on Wednesday June 15 1927. Parcel 720 in Kent district offers 500 acres at 7s per acre with a discount to 4s if poison is eradicated and land stocked in five years. Southwest Kent near Dillon Bay contains about 2100 acres under W Wellstead’s forfeited pastoral lease 1650/03. In Plantagenet near Tudor Riding locations 3766 of 107 acres at 7s and 3502 of 140 acres at 6s 6d with no improvements. subject to drainage conditions and tied to leases 13246/08 and 0068/74.
Mrs M Marshall a longtime motorist voices a motherly view of cars from a female perspective. She test drives the 5009 Fiat six months noting excellent mileage and trouble free operation with smooth steering and quick engine response.
The Commonwealth Department of Markets and Migration plans an Australian section at Toronto’s exhibition from August 27 to September 10. It will provide 7000 square feet of space, cover most expenses, arrange freight, and issue commemorative medals. Exhibits span dried fruits jams wines blankets eucalyptus oils and veneers.
The notice lists outward mail times for various days and routes. It includes daily and midweek departures, private bag pickups, and arri val times for Albany with Monday and Wednesday morning slots and Sunday slots.
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