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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1920
Page
2
An advertising blurb lists Grey and Natural flannel cloths priced at 3 11 and 4/6 per yard along with pyjama cloths 1/6 2/3 2/0 per yard. It mentions a range of Nainsooks Mada polams and Tarantulas and is signed by W Dean Works Manager.
A lengthy debate and public notice discuss planned removal of appraisal duties from Albany to Fremantle and the impact on the port, wool exports, and local employment. Delegates cite uncertainty and urge concerted regional action to preserve Albany as a shipping hub and safeguard workers and districts.
The article recounts a series of Saturday incidents at the power house including Joseph Gray’s leg injury from a trolley accident and P Finlay’s eye wound near the flywheel. It notes a false fire alarm, a threat of penalties for pranks, and Mr F A Watt’s acquisition and renovation plans for The Mount to host Prince visits with enhanced boarding facilities.
Personal notices recount Mr and Mrs C H Negmann returning to Albany from the Eastern States aboard the Dimboola on Saturday. Mrs B B Merrifield returns home after a holiday visit. Minister for Mines and Albany member J Seaddan traveled to Perth on Prince visit business. Officials Harper, Mather, and Inspector Braing visited Albany for Wesfarmers matters and departed by last night’s train. Other items note Stockdale’s appendicitis and Barnett’s successful operation. Percy Flint and Girlie Tanner, in East Africa wartime roles, have returned to Nutrobie and hold government posts.
Saturday's football match saw West and North clubs settle in a one sided contest. North dominated from the opening, with their strongest combination and superior play leaving the Wests to struggle. The premiers’ performance dropped off, Bruce’s absence possibly a factor, as North secured a clear victory.
Norths outclassed West in a seniors match with strong forward moves and a sharp spear of marks. Key players included Fitzpatrick, Wheeler, Mooney, and Finlay for Norths, while Angove led West and Willis provided pace. Norths led 13 to 0 at halftime and expanded their advantage as the game progressed, finishing with a decisive score edge.
Wanderers beat Rangers at the Parth road ground two goals to one after a tense start. Fil, Reddin, Rangera, Poulter, Merrifield and Dizon were out for Rangers while Prideaux opened the scoring for Wanderers and Walker added a late goal. United won 3-0 in the first round surrounding a strong exhibition by McRae.
On June 21 at Peth road United meets Wanderers and Ulster road hosts Albions and Rangers. July 2 pits Perth road Wanderers Albions Ulster road and Rangers United. July 10 at Perth road Albions versus United and Ulster road Wanderers versus Bangora.
Norths dominated the field as Wests failed to threaten the North stronghold. Norths scored nine goals and thirteen behinds to Wests five goals and eleven behinds, with standout goals by Shenfield Kit Wheeler and Mooney. Doggett Bailey Nott Lav caster Hartnup and Angover were noted among the losers, while Potter, Roberts Kit Hagg Mooney J and W Green and Jacka led for Norths. Umpire Stirling oversaw a lively yet disputed display with some questioned bouncing calls.
The Saturday post noon game between North and Weep was hotly contested and close to a draw before the final bell. North led by strong kicking, surpassing Young Werth, and won 1 goal and 23 points to West 1 goal 10 behinds 16 points.
SaturdayWAFL results show Perth scoring 8 goals 15 behinds 61 points to beat West Perth 67 points. East Fremantle 9 goals 12 behinds 68 points over Aubinor 32 points. East Perth 8 goals 8 behinds 35 points defeats South Fremantle 4 goals 9 behinds 30 points.
In Gayndah on Saturday the wife of a man named Tobler left home with three children aged five years three years and four months. A bystander found a body in the river about 3 feet deep. Police recovered Mr Tobler dead. Mrs Tobler was 21.
Hurdle race over two miles yielded Repubenu first with Nonplussed and Captain Alcock following. Class Plate winners included Rovemount and Lochmaater, with Ethel M and Thormonny also placing. Seven furlong races saw Lord Strathburg among top contenders, while June Handicap favored Tomen and Merrick. Welter Handicap results highlighted Lord Strathburg and Kaxan with dividends listed.
The V A T C Club held a racing meeting on Saturday with the Hickmand Cup as the main event. Onees Comedy finished first with Cringelet second. Dietany Star placed third. Betting odds listed the winner at 10 to 1.
At AJC races in Sydney on Saturday afternoon a large attendance witnessed the Prince of Wales Cay race end in a dead heat for first. The field included notable visitors Prince of Wales staff and others. Parkdale led early, Silverton and Bed Cardinal followed, with Parkdale and Silverton finishing tied for first in one mile and two furlongs. Betting favored Parkdale at 15 to 1 and Silverton at 2 to 1.
The second round AFLAs matches Saturday afternoon featured close play. High School MH and Em Avant won their fixtures 2 0 while the High School J team drew with the ALC at the infants ground. The Melville side and Bast Football Club eleven played a friendly at the infants shop area ending in a 4 4 draw with both sides scoring twice.
London reports the British Cabinet accepts M Vanizelos offer of Greek troops to bolster the Timid front. The Sunday Express protests Britain’s Greece policy in Smyrna, warning of heavy obligations and rising costs as Turkish forces advance with about 37,000 troops poorly equipped.
An official report describes the National Union of Railwaymen and Irish railwaymen delaying landing munitions in Ireland. Prime Minister Lloyd George vows no independence while warning of severe consequences, comparing to Lincoln era casualties if needed to suppress Boothery Estates. Government seeks cooperation with Irish representatives but declares the deputation ineffective to quell outrages.
Berlin dispatch notes the ex-Kaiser is in critical condition while in exile in Holland. The Baden newspaper cites the report as current, with no further details on illness or expected outcome.
Mt Barker notes report on police court proceedings with 18 cases involving the Plantage Read Board and local judgments. The Mt Barker Police Station opened around 1800 by Constable Dan O’Connell, with records showing 204 charges over the past decade. Wool market cables from London indicate lower prices, and Albany visitors Mr and Mrs Geo Ugto w are on holiday. Weather hints point to a dry winter, while Wool sales for July are planned with 92,000 bales offered and 45 percent withdrawn.
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