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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1926
Page
2
The author argues that practical armors and land settlement require lay leaders with real hands on work, not theoretical positions. Effective progress hinges on local practical men coordinating across centers, pressing for sound development across the 28,000,000 acre Great Southern region and avoiding exploitation of its resources.
Local notes celebrate King George V's fifteenth coronation anniversary with June 22, 1011 date. Tender accepted for Denmark Group III teacher quarters. contract price listed. Notices announce ministerial marriage registrations and public lectures at Albany. Fatal tram accident in Sydney involves Navy member Henry Davis. Albany ties noted. Kybra motor ship encounters rough seas. voyage to Hopetoun and Keperance planned. Ministerial visits to Albany listed from 1924 to 1941. Immigration and settlement talks describe British migrants seeking new colonies. plans for one or more settlements in the district. June 28 service at Rents Church slated as Rev Alex Crow retires after seven years.
The column reports on the Lister road recreation ground work with top dressing and rolling planned, plus praise for Ralph Mason and volunteers. It notes a Victoria Square concert by the Albany Fire Brigade Band, a women’s institute fundraiser, Labor federation meeting, Returned Soldiers League dance, and upcoming choir and social events at the Soldiers Institute and Drill Hall with decorations and prizes.
Engineers Rothers and Devine set off from Albany by motor road to begin Denmark Nor tarup railway construction. They travel to nearby township to complete final preparations and expect full work to commence within ten days.
Denmark-Nornalup selbweegerwin will be joined by Messrs and Devine who will control the Denmark line deviation from Hay River to Denmark. Work is expected to begin within weeks with men and teams arriving next week. The new route aims to shorten the trip to Denmark from Hay River.
Deputation from Parliament discusses group settlement at Denmark and the Denmark project’s security of tenure. Angwin challenges the group on knowledge of settlements while detailing land grants, loans, and 30 year repayment terms to enable self sufficiency and homeland creation for settlers.
The letter from J S Mattve of the Public Library urges Albany residents to celebrate December 26 as the centenary date for the Albany settlement. It discusses Governor Darling's instructions, Lockyer's 1828 landing, site selection, flagstaff erection, and the possible choice of January 21 as a birthday date for historical reasons.
A letter from C G Morris, Under Secretary for Lands, reports the Pingrup railway proposal to extend 25 miles toward Lake Magenta. Classifications show Crown land near Pingrup largely poor, with only limited land suitable for farming and subsistence justification for subdivision.
Readers thank contributors for sharing views in Peel's Place. A correspondent praises Day's stance on a policy and argues for informed public discussion in Albany. The writer jokes about musical metaphors and hopes the subject seeks the same establishment as the writer.
Albany article notes compulsory training begins July 1 with a parade drill on July 7 at 6 PM. It mentions a paid drill meet June 23 at 7 90, no NC0 classes June 28, and prior parade attendances from 1925 1926 era. Also references Latour farm and Riverina farmers avoiding party influence.
Perth reports the third and last pension of the present Parliament will proceed on July 27 after prorogation by the Executive Council. Evan Clarke, charged with Inspector Walsh’s murder, appeared before the Kalgoorlie Resident Magistrate with eight days remand granted. Minister J W Hickey tours North West over government changes and the Derby overland trip.
Minister for Lands and Migration Mr W C Angwin announces a new migration agreement between the Imperial and Commonwealth governments and Western Australia. The deal allows borrowing for every 100 immigrants, details include low interest and extended terms, with land charges as security while land remains under the migration scheme.
At the Conference of States in Melbourne the Premier of Victoria Mr Allen, chairman, announced that the conference achieved complete unanimity among states opposing withdrawal of the per capita grant. The final financial objective was declared met with all states agreeing.
As expected the Australian Labour Party chose not to support federal referendum proposals, with leaders fearing a split in the party if it backed an alternate course. The Sunes of the Fort note the cautious stance aims to preserve party unity.
The Prime Minister Mr Bruce sent a cable through the High Commissioner Sir Joseph Cook to Alan Cobban wishing him success in his voyage to Australia.
A contractor Herbert Delo and a lady friend narrowly escaped injury when they swerved to avoid a newsboy on Dridge road Richmond. The car crashed onto the footpath destroying 60 feet of verandah and damaging two shops in Elizabeth street near Flinders Street railway station. property loss valued at £40,000.
The Sydney branch of the Seamen's Union exonerates Mr. T. Walsh its general in from charges of attempting to influence a meeting. During the proceedings Mr. Johnson faced boos and interruptions as he attempted to address the gathering.
Fog shrouds Sydney as ferries Koompartos and Keika collide off Dawes Point. Koompartos bow dents Keika. no injuries among passengers. Also notes a railway arbitration court case over holiday awards and a vaudeville tour in Australia with Crim Master Artistas.
London July 28 British Commissioner for Migration Mr Bonks Amery criticized the West Australia settlement program. He termed the scheme unprensed with the fertility of the soil and the overall nurattiveness of the State, offering a series of helpful criticisms.
The Britain coal strike continues with debate in the House of Commons over coal imports to ease shortages. Lord Birkeshead delivered a forceful speech condemning perceived European depredations and urging national interests in the ongoing dispute.
At the London conference the International Labor Office examined penalties for breaking sailors articles of agreement. Findings will be submitted to the Joint Maritime Committee to prepare a national solution.
Mr L G Amery informs Bir H Brittain that the Empire Marketing Board and its economic committee fruit report are being acted on with several recommendations to be implemented. The Empire fruits publicity campaign is being pushed forward as quickly as possible.
The Maintenance Act has been extended to Victor, enforcing order in England and Northern Ireland under applicable legal framework. Court orders remain enforceable across these jurisdictions, extending the act’s reach and impact on maintenance obligations.
Pensival circles report that New South Wales Attorney-General Mr. McTiernan has hit a wall in L C Amory's December despatch stating the issue should be settled between the Governor and the Ministers. The Australian Prose Association notes the tension and delay in the matter.
The Commonwealth loan of £6,000,090 has not been rushed as in recent sites yet subscriptions are flowing in steadily. Members of The Stock Exchange expect the issue will be fully renewed.
Paris June 23 Briand may have to consult an expert outside Parliament after a day of failed searches for a Finance Minister. The premier says he will not take the office without a stable majority and is canvassing party leaders on forming one.
A burned scarf linked to a fatality leads to homicide charges against a Troves manufacturer. An accused boy claims 100,000 francs as compensation. Forensic analysis identifies the scarf material as a cotton artificial silk nitre mix forming guncotton.
The Australian Eleven started a two day match with Derbyshire in London on June 1. Collins won the pass and opened with Bardley, the score at adjournment 223 for 2. Australia first innings saw Collins Worthington and Andrews among the scorers with Woodful not out as Bardley fell early.
The Australian eleven beat Lancashire by an innings and 77 runs. Lancashire were all out for 149 in their first innings, Australia replied 374 with Macartney 169 Richardson 43 Ryder 90 and Oldfield 26 not out. Lancashire were dismissed for 148 in their second innings.
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