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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 15, 1926

Page

2

Port Stephens and Albany Ports Debate Industrial Benefit

The piece argues for using Port Stephens and Albany to boost state industry, urging balanced representation and cautioning against political feuds. It discusses regional development, shipping access, and the need for practical commercial gains over partisan aims. It notes public meetings, university lecture plans, and local events in Albany and Perth.

Ube Sydney Cilaeetinie Po Mart Stes New South Wales Port Lintole South Australia Dad Ao Los Miner Toon Remlinead Wadstone Port Lincoln Port Stephens New South Walen Port Stephena Albany Fenentetty Western Australia Tiwan Carlyle Howele Wnitek Hiv Nahi

Guildford Brigade wins live rikand event at Albany demonstration

Local reports state the Guildford Brigade won the live rikand event the hose eights at an Albany demonstration. An Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade Ball followed with dancing and supper after an executive meeting of the Primary Producers Association.

Bon Ligely Jainen Hickov Guildford Tuan Fluildford Albany Cin Wolseley Ube Assoviation Wantehl Secutiry Tontlond Owever McA Mise D. Field Coflingne Central School University Extension Lectures J. Normans A. J. Rarnsaby Mie Tint Meswra

Returned Soldiers' League Albany Branch Meeting Report

The Albany branch of the Returned Soldiers Sailors and Nurses Imperial League met at the Botchers Institute with increased attendance. The secretary reported no financial members and was tasked to collect addresses while noting the branch's financial position and awaiting a loan.

Albany Wath Iteturnol Soldiers’ Sailors, and Nurves’ Imperial League Botchers' Institute A. W. Senior Elliott Sounness Anzac Tay Memorial Hall Roads Board Higuera Mount Barker Jeen

Trotting Championship heats draw big West Australian crowd

Perth reports a large Saturday night crowd at the West Australian Trotting Association ground for the Australasian Trotting Championship heat. Final results name Torair as West Australian representative, with Vin Direct and Quarta among top finishers in the heats.

Perth

Australian Eleven vs WA resumes after stumps

The Australian Eleven and Western Australia resumed play with WA scoring 282, Freemantle top scoring with 87. Australia replied 397 for seven, led by Ponsford with 102 and Taylor with 149 as stumps fell on day one.

Perth West Australia Freemantle Ponsford Taylor Australia

Teachers Denounce Corrupt Pictures Alarming Youth

The National Union of Women Teachers condemns films deemed harmful to children, arguing they train youth to break laws and encourage crime. They cite Dr. Sanger Brown, NY State Mental Deserts head, and urge broad public protest beyond teachers.

National Union of Women Teachers America Sanger Brown New York

Settlement and Development in the Great Southern

A letter from Albany discusses West Australia’s first settlement at Cheyne Beach 15 years ago, land grants of 20 000 acres, and a push for a new closer settlement scheme. It notes swamp lands, draining needs, and potential crops including hay, potatoes, wheat, grapes, and fruit, with transport by State steamer and prospects for coal and oil nearby.

Cheyne Beach Britio Iumigration Association Anenbor Fie Albany Wanshwougeh The Associaion Mra. A. Jule West Australia Juanes Mitchell Sir James Old Country Tanke- Amery Juled Thuras Albany Enon Kalgan Wea Western Australia Osborne Park Porth W.A Southern Railway Mownt Barker Samuel State Phillipa Nettlera Kendopup

Albany's Port Struggles for Growth and Rail Link Hope

A reader letters laments Albany's stalled prospects amid commercial and railway political battles. The writer urges a focused push for a Newdegate railway line, a flour mill, and support for dairying, arguing these steps could revive local prosperity and unify the community.

Kendenup Debenture Proposal Sparks Local Meeting

Mr Da Garis proposes a new scheme to take over lands and assets secured to debenture holders at a Melbourne special meeting. The plan offers denture certificates as security, aims to boost value and liquidity, and avoids immediate cash calls from holders. The Kendemp issue ties to a March meeting and St Patrick’s concert is planned for March 16 at the Town Hall.

da Garis Albany Great Southern C.J. da Oaris Kendeaup Melbourne de Garis Kendenup de Garix Il Kendemup

Albany Players Shine In Mount Barker Comedy

On Thursday the Albany Repertory Society staged Married to the Family in Mount Barker to a large crowd. Eustace and Berthold drew praise, Gwen Watt and H. Payne impressed, with the troupe donating proceeds to local sports and show grounds.

Mr. Eustace Rake Rs Berthold Gwen ‘Watt Columbia H. Payne Peckham Rye Johoney Clough Albany Hock Jey Aotamattea

Perth Markets update on fruit and grain supplies

The Perth Markets report fruit lines in good demand with prime lemons and peaches varying in price. Pears apples and oranges show strong quotes while the grain market notes firm wheaten chaff and firmer prices for oats and wheat with mixed quality.

Jona Bartlett Qate Burt

Porth Monilay Report on Gascoyne River Floods

A flood along the Gascoyne River caused heavy damage with water reaching major areas. Officials report no lives or properties lost, though many parts of Lewn were flooded and a long effort to assess damage continues.

Monilay Tepontid Gascoyne

Fine Weather Frevalls Show End Of Wet Week

The week of rain across the Stave ends as forecasts expect stable conditions. Government Astronomer Mr Curlewis advised the Railway Department that shipping superphosphate could resume along the treks.

Curlewis

Forrest Place Referendum For Extension Plan Tomorrow

The text outlines a referendum on extending Forrest Place to St George's Terrace to acquire land and extend frontage. It notes plans to remodel and erect buildings, retain land freehold, and lease frontages to benefit ratepayers while addressing expenditure concerns. The fragmented wording mentions Maury Iron Apes and various details of funding and frontage development.

Torrow Forrest Place St. George's Terrace

Water shortage at Broken Hill mines halts supply

Mr Triggs head of water supply for Broken Hill mines reports the water delivery ceased on Sunday except for essential services while workers continue limited operations at the mine site.

Groken Hill Mines Triggs Broken Hill Halunday Rome

Found Drowned Body with Head Wound in Port River

A man of unknown appearance was found drowned in the Port River on Saturday with a head wound. He had tattooed arms suggesting he was a tailor. body in water several days. no missing person report yet.

Port River

Statue of King George to adorn Canberra Parliament Hall

Mulbourne reports the Federal Capital Commission will commission Australian sculptor Bertram Mackennal to create a statue of King George for the main hall of Parliament House in Canberra. The announcement signals a major public art commission by the agency in the new capital.

King George Bertram Mackennal Mulbourne Federal Capital Commission Georg Canberra

Mob Attacks Police at Fitzroy Saturday Fight

A Fitzroy mob of over 200 men attacked five policemen who were attempting to guard a handcuffed prisoner. The officers, backed against a wall, used batons to hold the crowd until reinforcements arrived.

Fitzroy

Prime Minister asserts independence from employers and employees

The Prime Minister Mr Bruce stated the Government would not be dictated to by the Employers' Federation or employees about who would represent Australia at the forthcoming conference in Canberra.

Mount Barker Bendigo Quemada Fred Thompson Stanley Haw Children's Hospital Perth Sydney Bruce Employers’ Federation Gaheva Employers and Employees of Australia

Escape attempt Ends in Fatal Police Shooting in Sydney

A criminal with a lengthy police history was shot dead during an attempted escape after capture in Sydney. Police halted the fugitive as he resisted and fled, ending the chase with a fatal gunfire incident.

Manifold Abases Polles Sydney

Opposition Leader Questions Recall Move in Sydney Politics

The Leader of the Opposition Mr Bayin condemns a government recall of Admiral Sir Dudley De Chair as a pointless move tied to Mr Lang s. He labels Lange’s politics frenzied and warns the government faces ignominy unless it appeals to the people.

Bayin Dudley de Chair Lang Col Amery Lange Bavin Flo

Ex-Premier Organiser Appointment Sought

A fragmented note mentions ex premier organizer MR E G THEODORE and A W U appointment. It hints at a Saturday event and a position at the AWE, with unclear details.

E.G. Theodore

Late News On League Of Nations Deadlock In Europe

Report from London March 4 describes a deadlock at the League of Nations over Germany Poland and France. Ambassadors Brinart and Stiedemann clash as Sir Austen Chamberlain and others express limited hope for a quick solution.

London Pertow Germany Hernany Poland Spain Thlermann Brim de Stiedemann Sir Austen Chamberlain Allendancty

Bruce warns Locarno spirit at deadlock in Geneva

Prime Minister Bruce declares fear and sorrow over any failure to uphold the Locarno spirit after a Geneva deadlock. He says a breakdown would be disastrous for peace and the League of Nations, urging strong warning and unity among nations.

Hydney M. Bruce Lomlon Meron Coneva Freve

Covent Garden Markets Seek Powers for New Site Move

Covent Garden Markets owners apply to Parliament for powers to move the market to the Foundling Towpite site in Bloomsbury. The plan envisions a market twice the current size with expanded space and storage, referencing the 19th century charter granted by Charles T. term.

Covent Garden Bloomsbury On Oeharter Chavlin T

Salvation Army Dinner for Down and Outs at Mile End Palace

General Booth dined with 1000 Down and Outs from Salvation Army homes across London at the Maple's Palace on Mile End Road. West End waitresses served roast beef, potatoes, vegetables, and plum pudding to guests many of whom had not eaten well for years.

Mile End Road General Booth Salvation Army London West End

Death of Lord Kitchener prompts demand for report

Report demand follows a screening of a London fire scene about the tragedy of TLM.S. Hampshire. Australian Agent-General present call for clarity on the mysterious circumstances surrounding Lord Kitchener's death linked to the sinking.

London TLM

Wool sales at London auction draw keen demand

London wool sales showed active demand for fine lots with buyers bidding vigorously. Traders reported strong interest in high grade wools as market confidence remains firm.

London

Debate on tariff policy and party positions in Parliament

Members from the Country party and opposition clashed over protective duties. P G Stewart defended Australian industries while opposing continual high tariffs, noting declines in both raw materials and manufactured goods since 1920. Speakers discussed party pacts, public opinion in the countryside, and the impact of tariff reductions on living costs and export trade.

House of Representatives P. G. Stewart Country Party Towoe Fenton Siewert Victorian Farmers’ Union Western Australia Watt Not Stewart Worid Pearce Tn bin Amon P Rhangen Peimasy Nrodueta Maxwell Nat Vic Stewart Broslin Lah, Vic Blewart Australia

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