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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 12, 1925

Page

2

Empire Labour Usurpation Sparks Political Turmoil

The piece discusses unrest tied to Labour policies, calls for autocratic measures, and fear of political changes in the Empire. It notes Premier P Collier facing constitutional challenges, with factions in Britain influencing regional politics and industrial competition shaping Dominion interests within the Empire.

Kirkwood Winey Macdoneld Rot Clydehuirk Scydehwnk Brees Baldwin P. Collier Orrat Britain Cireat Brita Kaapire Optaf Industr United Kingdom Mr. Collier Anstrain Mr. Colfer

Albany plans and Prime Minister itinerary row

Local business owner Chole Bormann extends to Albany with a three year option on land near Pyrmont, amid Albany matters. Albany officials protest omission from the Prime Minister's tour itinerary, while the state government says it has no control over the trip. Also, Rev A P Wareford to speak at St Johns Halt tonight and a Volunteer Fire Brigade drill announced.

Chole Bormann Fremantle Albany Perth-road God Hid Perth A. Wanebrowgh PF. Lambert J. Dathiv W. C. Angein Angw St. Johns A. BP. Wareford Gadin

University lectures start with March meeting at Central school

Attendance is requested for a March 16 meeting at Central School to inaugurate a course of University lectures for the online winter. A general committee from various bodies will be formed. The Mimoy Parents and Teachers Association holds its annual meeting on the eighth next at 7 90, to elect officers and present the secretary's report. Nomination for officers should reach the head teacher at the Central School four stays prior to the meeting. All friends and well-wishers are invited to attend.

Ant Central School Pam He Central School Bornenby Agrcultures Department Groves Avenue of Volvor Q Albany Anna Dey Pervice Iin Avenue of Honor Edmund Dlagebrook Ansan Fowler Women’s Institute Comsuitfon Victoria Square O ‘Son Institute

Mt Barker Notes Reflect Local Changes and Farewell Plans

Mt. Barker notes report schedule shifts for Albany trips, rework of export packing, and a 6.29 am train departure. It notes pension inquiries for war veterans, Rev. F. F. James leaving in April for a larger district, and local anecdotes about residents, a Memorial Club incident, and a Runic wireless update on the Booths.

Ereko Pictures Albany Wateh Fulinss Perth Hele Mt. Harker FF. B. James Chareh Onjimop Hei Wilgerup Nornalup Barker Chin Memorial Club

Licensing Court Grants Two Applications at Albany Session

The Licensing Board chaired by W J Owan granted John Clarke a provisional license for premises at blocks 14 15 and part of 16 Denmark with building to start within 12 months at an estimated cost near 2800. Howells of Tenterden received a billiard room license with no objections.

Licensing Board Messrs W. J. Owan J. L. Johnson Cahill Albany Licensing Court John Clarke Denmark Howells Tenterden

Albany Visit Highlights By Governor And Party

His Excellency Sir William Campton and Lady Campton led a Governor’s party on inspection to Mr Barker’s residence on Tuesday afternoon and plan a weekend in Albany before returning. M. L. A. Wansbrough joined the Mayor and town council on a Perth trip Sunday night to discuss appointing a heart inspector for Albany as winter approaches. J. Bryan, Collector of Customs in Western Australia, visited Albany on official business during the week.

William Campon Heart Albany Tealth Western Australia J. Bynan

Albany Chamber Meets At Soldiers Institute Urht

The Albany Chamber of Commerce held its monthly meeting at the Soldiers Institute in Urht with president L. Purnett in the chair. Attendees discussed road construction, rail and postal duties, wheat freight rates, pulp industry prospects, and public works relocations while planning future visits and formal notices.

Albany Chamber of Commerce Soldiers' Institute Urht Prevden L. 4. Purnett Clai Tier Mesare J Mib F. EB Willian J Brayshaw W. T. Forte Thi Gdoretary Evaretttwice Albany Yivesem Ime Chatenan Hill Tle Hin Lloyd Redmond Northup Koloomba McCarthy Riasenthorpe Ravensthorm Mibany Chamber Aestat Experence Fremantle Revensthorpe Fremantle Iverton Kwan Institute of Science Denmark Leorne Vke Albane Wéioms Public Works Office Commonwealth Public Works Department Etter Prowse Dinewman Wreesiden Minars Wiame Euela Documenta Land Committee ub-Colectnraf

Returned Soldiers League Meets to Plan Avenue of Honor Care

The Returned Soldiers League held its fortnightly meeting at the Soldiers Trust, with Mr. A WaVen or presiding. Discussion covered Avenue of Honor maintenance, funding, and staffing, plus arrangements for Anzac Day activities and a charity supper.

Albany deputations seek health inspector post and centenary talks

Delegations to Ministers on Sunday evening connected the Mayor Mr P Lambert town clerk Mr Duthie and Albany MLA Mr A Woobrough to Perth to press Ministers for the health inspector appointment and to celebrate Albany settlement and Western Australia state centenary.

Albany P. Lambert Duthie A. Woobrough Perth Western Australia

Health officer duties debated for Albany and district

A deputation discussed whether a full time health inspector was needed in Albany. The council proposed using an honorary minister to oversee health across the Great Southern district as far north as Narrogin, funding concerns and objections from the Health Department noted. The death rate in Albany was low, and ministers promised to weigh deputation representations.

Albany Lambert W. Moncie Great Southern Narroda Ashing Gereeahls Health Department Muns Wei Ng Ae Mit Besich Denmark Muase

Settlement Centenary Plans Mention Albany Role

A centennial celebration for western Australia’s settlement is discussed by the municipal council and chamber of commerce. Albany officials press for a function at Albany Harbor or King George’s Sound with recognition by the Government, while avoiding major statewide events. The delegation, led by Mayor P Lambert and town clerk V. Duthie, will push the Cabinet to back Albany’s stake in the program.

Wastern Australia Municipal Council Chamber of Commerce Act Ieg Bilbany Harbor King George's Sound Ixto Albany Angwin Cabiner Porsens Wich Capinn de S. Discovery Broughton A.M Chatham North West America Sate Land Chatham Island Point Nuyth Cape Leawin George

Egyptian Tomb Discovery Dubious Says Harvard Team

London March report states experts doubt the Giza tomb found by Harvard excavators is King Senefru's. They suggest it may belong to Medum or Dalshur or to a lesser official of Tutankhamun era, with uncertainty over its identity and date.

London Mareh Wi Giza Harvard University Senefru Medum Dalshur Tutankheman

Blackmail Cases Debate in Commons Fails

The House of Commons debated a motion to hear blackmail cases in camera due to reluctance of victims to testify. The motion was negated.

House of Commons

Prussian Premier Elected From Ex-Chancellor

Berlin dispatch reports William Mark former German chancellor has been elected premier of Prussia on March 11. The appointment consolidates political leadership in the Prussian government as authorities confirm the transition and immediate governance plans.

Berlin Wilelm Mark Germany Prussia

President Coolidge Receives Setback In Appointment Approval

New York March city dispatch reports President Coolidge faced a setback as the Senate refused to confirm his appointment of Mr. C. B. Warren as Attorney General. The article blends political notes with colonial exploration anecdotes and misreads, referencing Australia and the centenary of Albury while discussing governance and recognition by the British Crown.

New York March Coolidar How Aref Senate C. B. Warren

Albany Wheat Shipment Spurred by Ministers Meeting

Following a ministerial meeting Albany MLA A W M L A pressed the Wheat Pool on why Albany grain, destined for overseas, was not shipped from Albany. Officials cited unknown stock, lack of trucks, shed space, narrow wharves, no night lighting, and labor limits, while Mr Wansbrough rebutted with 136000 bags at Albany sidings en route to Bunbury. The ministerial inquiry led to orders for trucks and the line system to ship via Albany, with a 6000 ton loading target and a 6 to 11 day vessel search.

Albany Jim Hailway Department Wansbrough Filiecae

Perth Arbitral Court faces vacancy after resignations

In Perth on Monday the Minster for Labor Mr A McCallum confirmed a Went Australian report that Justice Burnside refused to reconsider his resignation. With the president of the Arbitration Court now a Supreme Court justice and the other two justices already resigning, a serious difficulty arises in providing a president for the Arbitration Court.

Perth Minster For Labor A. McCallum Justice Burnside Arcitration Court Supreme Court Aod

Fire in Dormitories Shatters Geel Shammer School

Melbourne report says a dormitory fire at Geel Shammer School severely damaged the main residential portion. Cuthherstin Howe, the building’s central residence, was destroyed with occupants escaping. Belongings burned. cause unknown. Damage estimated around £15,000.

Melbourne Cuthherstin Howe Geelshammer School Howe

British steamer Volumnia arrives at Sydney officers arrest captain

The Volumnia reached Sydney with no men available to assist, Australian Commonwealth Line workers handled docking, detectives boarded and arrested Captain T C Thomas on a charge of leaving four crew members at Fremantle. He was remanded on £300 bail until March 25.

Sydney Volumnia Commonwealth Line T .C. Thomas Fremantle

Steamship Steamer Declared Black by Waterside Workers

An official statement from the Waterside Workers' Federation indicates the vessel will not be worked by the union. The declaration, labeled blacklisted, points to a halt in steamer operations pending further action.

Returned Soldiers' Union Meeting Debates Ship Status

The Returned Soldiers' Union held a meeting to decide how to act with respect to the ship, regardless of whether it had been declared lacking.

Returned Soldiers' Union

Social hall visit honors Western Australia lodge officers

Local Promer Lodge and Rebekah Lodge at Albert Hall welcomed Grand Lodge officers of the Western Australia branch. G M Clarke cited growth to 8208 members and 45000 in funds. An orphan’s home appeal, a P G collar presentation, and a tribute to Mrs Fawcett’s advocacy concluded the event with speeches and a lively program.

Albert Hall Promer Lodge Rebekah Lodge Grand Lodge Australan G.M W. J. Clarke G.W. Miller J. W. Tyson J. Porter Great Southern C’atriet N.G A. Chapman Albany G.M. Clarke Bro. Sundhern Orphan's Home Bro. Tynon Ite Hurge Hono Ted McComish Mie Meyers Meera Hell Baniice Miller Rowesnail Tyson Descarte P.G Bro. W. Prendergast

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