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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 10, 1927
Page
2
Public notices list meetings at CA towns including Cranbrook Callan and Kronkup with times from 4 pm to 8 pm across March. Polling day urged for Saturday March 2 with notes authorized by FL 68.
Albany Heads Board calls for nominations to fill three ward seats in North East West and Central divisions. Retiring members W. E. Sounness A Burvill L L Ail eligible for re election. Nominating forms available from the Board office with a £1 cash deposit required by March 4. Nominations must be sent to the Returning Officer.
Tenders for works in Denmark with a schedule of quantities and deposit must be in a marked envelope Tender. Submissions close March 22 at the Minister for Works and Supply PWD offices Albany and Katanning Courthouse Denmark Police Station Denmark.
The Albany Despatch concludes the election favors the incumbent Collier Government, noting Shute and Empiretes support and arguing the northwestern seats stay Labor. Observers warn that Collier’s policies have benefited Albany’s port and question if Booth or Wanebrough better serve Ne electorate.
A fragment discusses alleged ballot stuffing in a national election context and concerns about enrolment quality. It mentions road workers as new voters, the role of the Labour party candidates, and skepticism about the fairness of electoral processes amid a tense political climate. The text reflects election rhetoric and mistrust in the electorate.
Local fire brigade members were urged to attend at the fire station tonight at 7 30 for important business. Demonstrations will be held on Sunday as part of training. A fire call reported a scrub fire near the railway line and South Wharf on Tuesday afternoon, extinguished without property damage. Torbay Show revival planned for April 9 drawing residents of Albany and nearby districts. The prize schedule includes flowers vegetables fruit and school work. Major Folkard presented a painting to the Women's Rest House tied to the Albany Centenary. the gift was acknowledged by Mrs E Cheater. The Parents and Teachers Association announces the annual general meeting at High School assembly hall on Wednesday at 7 00 pm with a subsequent tea. Annual subscription fee 1 shilling. Winter timetable discussion at Chamber of Commerce meeting.
The report lists arrival and departure times at Albany including ships from Wing Perth and other ports. Vessels mentioned include Austenlin with 697 tons, the Medic loading 19,000 cases of fruit and 31 feet 3 inches draft, along with Kybrm Woolgar Ballarat and other steamers. Next week expected arrivals include Wonderia Port Brisbane Maris Stathons Arkaba and Runie.
The Albany Chamber of Commerce meets at Soldiers' Institute with President D. T. Mille presiding. Attendees include C. T. Fletcher W. Forte L. Barnett B. Miller F. J. Willian and others. Proceedings cover agricultural college proposals, railway hunter movements, harbor improvements, telephony delays averaging 13.2 minutes, and requests for reporting from delegates. Members discuss the wheat boat departures, Albany harbor plans, and ship sailings affecting the chamber’s interests.
A T Booth addressed Albany electors at Town Hall on a Tuesday night. He argued for Country party policies, urging land settlement marketing reform and group settlements critique, and called for railways and road works by contract while opposing state trading and certain taxation changes. He cited administration faults, advocated centralized land affairs, and pressed for equitable group settlement financing and railway links.
Leong Yen Perth reports that in September 1925 a man was sentenced to two years for manslaughter. He is to be released from the Pneumatic work factory and re-arrested by Custodian officers for deportation.
A wire from Adelaide indicates A. Reid a second class passenger aboard the Zealandia shot himself at about 1 pm Monday. He left a note indicating intent to take his life. The body was buried at sea while the vessel was en route from Fremantle to Port Adelaide.
A Federal Minister states the cruiser Sydney will be preserved as a memento of her victory over the Emden. Cabinet decides scrapping is uneconomic, but strong sentiment favors preserving the vessel as a memorial.
Melbourne reports the federal cabinet faces its greatest crisis as ministers confront a crucial test. The outcome will shape whether the administration remains sound or risks a dangerous plunge, with W. M. Blaughes a pivotal figure whose influence hinges on more than a simple vote.
Sydney reports Maitland coal field collieries largely idle as deputies enforce the Mine Act in full. One exception operates while others suspend work to observe current provisions and safety measures.
The Westealian Farmers warn of March ship cargo values for Australian wheat. Cargoes sold include 4250 tons at 54/3 per quarter to Venice and a 200 ton parcel for April at 63.9 per quarter. Shipments originate from Western Australia and London dispatches dated March 8.
In a public meeting in Albany, speakers praised the Albany Harbor Board Bill and urged voters to back the Country party. They attributed passage to the Legislative Council and warned against Socialist government, while praising local workers and noting fruit shipment projections and port work.
The Whowy member Wann heouch returns from vail to Ten mak and is well received. A Mount Berker rally addressed by Hon J M Drew and Mr So Wansbrough's candidate set to press the Collier Government. The Mayor C A Wittenman and the public await further developments in Albany.
London reports a British pilot aims to fly to India starting May 1 covering 4000 miles in 46 hours if feasible. He intends to continue until the 1000 gallons of petrol are exhausted, hoping to reach Ka cookin distance.
Dogsled weather and a few mishaps mark the London to Sydney overland trek as Messrs M Ellis Francis Birtles and E Knowles arrive in Constantinople on Sunday after enduring harsh conditions amid wretched weather.
The report notes no verdict yet on yesterday's wire service piece about the Australian beam. Analysts say the investigation remains open while observers await further details and official conclusions.
An earthquake occurred in Japan on March 8, about twenty miles from Baizurn on the northern coast, with the epicenter roughly one hundred miles north of Genka and Kyoto, affecting the Tokio region and surrounding areas.
Official bulletins list 1609 deaths in Kyoto and 40 fatalities in Osaka Prefecture after the disaster. Student turmoil and personal crises follow the quake as communities assess losses and begin aid efforts.
The New York student personal crisis reports total 28 as anxiety rises. Princeton student Trace Wilson, son of a wealthy manufacturer, drank iodine and hanged himself amid despondency over ill health with no stated explanation.
Personal His Excellency the Governor and the vice regal party leave Albany for Perth after seven weeks at Government cottage. Chief Secretary J M Drew visits Mount Barker then Albany, while Sir William Lathlain campaigns for Booth. Mona Merrifield departs Albany for Wanneroo to begin nursing, with farewell events at Albert Hall and thanks from the community.
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