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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1920
Page
3
In a tightly contested set of Saturday games West and East contenders pressed for first round seeding. The Wong frat rates upset opponents as yellow and black players led by senior scorers delivered key baskets while injuries and luck shaped the outcomes for Rovure and others.
In a rain dampened Sentor match West fought back from deficits, gaining momentum in the second half. Westy led by key scorers and defense, with Roberts and Cooper shaping plays, as West secured a comeback win over their opponents amid windy conditions and field challenges.
The third round of the Cip competition opened on a wet day with two matches. Wanderers beat Albion 2 goals to 1 as Rangers defeated Albion’s side late in the game. Millswed State strengthened Wanderers while United played without Chaplin.
The Prince of Wales is due to arrive Wednesday afternoon in Albany, welcomed by the Governor, Premier, Mayor, and colonial officials. A formal harbor ceremony will precede an escorted harbor entrance, with Albany’s residents ready to honor the royal visitor and reflect on imperial ties and Australian patriotism.
Official programme describes the Prince's arrival escorted to the harbor by guards and dignitaries. A royal procession to the town follows with governor, premier, mayor, and honor guards present as soldiers stand guard. The scene unfolds amid a ceremonial jetty ceremony.
A long program details a ceremonial procession from the jetty to the Town Hall. It lists convoy leaders including the Prince, Governor, Admiral Hussay, and various state and Commonwealth officials, followed by military and police contingents and media observers.
Lt Prouests call oil military officers who volunteered for duty to report at the Returned Soldiers' Institute on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Owners and drivers of ten cars loaned or hired for the royal procession must attend for seating, speed, and escort instructions. Returned soldiers who volunteered for the guard of honor will parade at 9 o'clock. decorated men are especially asked to join.
Public wired that street traffic will be suspended and the jetty railway footbridge and approach to the railway station will be closed to prevent crowding and accidents during a limited time. Authorities urge compliance and to stay away from areas near the Queen's foreshore.
The Prince will be received by Mayor W. J. Day at Albany Town Hall. A platform will be built in front for the public, with access restricted to vehicles. Soldiers and sailors and families of the fallen will be seated on tickets via the town clerk. A procession of officials and dignitaries will precede the Prince into the hall for addresses and ceremonies.
In Fremantle a man died after a failed attempt to stop bolting horses. another body found in the river is identified as farmer David McLachin. James Lawrence Bell, missing and caretaker of Bremy, was located in Fremantle harbour. Northam Court heard three youths charged with burglary and theft. fines and costs imposed. Parliament expected to prorogue to July 20 with both houses meeting for the opening of chambers.
The Victoria Parliament faces funds shortfall for repatriation and Commonwealth needs. Officials plan to raise interest rates from July and borrow within borders as the government seeks extra revenue. The King grants a knightly title to the retiring New Zealand commissioner. Church union and national referendum loom as major issues at the Commonwealth level.
Disorder and gunfire caused several deaths and many injuries as riots raged, forcing refugees from Lonirdrey to seek safety in Tyrone and Dunegfal. Meanwhile in Albany, Oxford’s Buttington took 8 for 67 in a cricket match, and naval and social events drew crowds with concerts and a ball planned at the Naval Drill Hall, to be hosted by local committees for visiting officers and residents.
The programme spans several days during HLMLB Renown and other visiting ships stay. June 30 includes a morning arrival via town jetty to meet Renown in the Sound with a 1 pm return for excursionists and a later Empire Theatre concert by ELMS. July 1 features a soldiers march, sports, and receptions with naval and band displays, plus town hall picture shows and dances.
Arrivals include Dimboola from Fremantle and Swardeman from Sydney with ships listed and expected dates. Departures show Eupided sailing to London and Dimboola to the Eastern States. Other entries note Renown awaiting the Prince of Wales visit, Miltiades departing London for Albany mid‑July with passengers and mails, and War Krishna in harbor bound for a warship visit.
The document lists ships or movements involving Eucla with arrivals and departures between Albany and Esperance. Key dates include July 2 arrival at Albany, July 7 departure to Hope Town and Esperance, July 9 departure to Toptonn and Albany, July 10 arrival at Albany, July 21 departure for Esperance via all ports, July 23 departure Esperance to Albany, and July 24 arrival at Albany.
Advertisement announces electrical fitting services by Masleys' Motor Garage offering repairs and installations. It mentions conformity with Fire Underwriters rules and invites consultation at the business address with a telephone contact.
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