Millen Visit and Repatriation Debate Reflections
The article surveys Henotor Millen’s West Australia visit and the repatriation discussions. It notes expectations of impact on soldiers returning from theaters, debates over administrative control, and concerns about future assignments and costs within the Repatriation Department, with delegates weighing efficiency and oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henotor Millen
Australia
Hiquitmiation
Agra
Millen
Ovington
West Australian Labor Congress Held in Perth Event
The biISONial State Congress of the West Australian branch of the Australian Labor Federation began in Perth on May 90 but a Shamrock evening event in Town Hall drew strong attendance. Attendees included the Mayor and Mayoress Mr and Mrs W J Day Hon C McKensie MLC Mrs McKennir Dr and Mrs Boyle Rev Father Gilroy with H A C B Society banner on display. Green decorations and Irish themed entertainment featured dances and Albany Band Orchestra led by Val Smith supplying Irish airs. Four child performers Minses O Leary BR Mesbug and A Kenn contributed in costume.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australian Labor Federation
Perth
BL Air
W. J. Day
C. McKensie
McKennir
Repatriation debate stirs WWI veterans and committees
The article discusses divided views among local committees and the public on repatriation after war. Veterans face debt and distrust, with calls to shift focus from welfare to work while balancing military and civilian needs. The piece questions authority, policy aims, and the future treatment of returning soldiers.
Local Event Recap Highlights Festivities and Awards
Edible refreshments were served in the lower hall as dancing resumed until Tom on Tuesday. Committees receive praise for the smooth arrangements of the event. A children's ball occurred on the same night, offering the younger attendees a day of enjoyable activities.
Albany Dispatch Weighs Postwar Moves and Notables
Governor Wilm Eliaon-Macartney and Lady Macartney depart for Perth en route to Bridgetown where Sir William will open the Bridgetown show. J. W. Kirwan and T. Quinlan leave Albany to continue travels. officials from Mesar Melleroith and Co. arrive for business. several veterans return from overseas including Private Dace Reiger and Private T. E. Peaks.
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Wilm Eliaon-Macartney
Macartney
Holland
ADC
Perth
Bridgetown
Sir William
J. W. Kirwan
Albany
T. Quinlan
Melleroith, McEachern and Co
West Australia
C. H. Salmon
Banday
Tornday
T. H. Barnett
Joral
Anday
Asranina
Dace Reiger
HALA
T. E. Peaks
Germany
Asconiea
Pricon
Geo, Simpon
Mesers
Mellwraith
Unclear damaged local notices and arbitration case summary
The text reports a roof shingles tender for Albany State School won by H A Orval of Ledderville, an arbitration court session in Perth involving a union dispute, and bowling club results. It also notes a bacon curing plant closure in Denmark with Mr G A Flay taking over pig processing, praising his bacon.
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Albany State Echool
HA. Orval
Scathetreet
Ledderville
Messrs
Armdtrumg and
Waters
Arbitration Court
Perth
Metrovelium
Rendtants’ Coon
Thos, O'nign
Manner
Chas, Hermanan and Co
Nanton
1 Onion
Albany
McKennie
T. Amgove
Newitt
Milne
Cooper
Davey
Hisley
Aroond
Colver
Anderson
Angover
Pember
Herliner
Nesbitt
J. T. Mills
Avex
Merrifield
Mills
Dickson
Visit of Katanning Brass Band to Albany
The Katanning Brass Band visited Albany with a welcome parade on the Katan ning Day train. Bandmasters Morrell and Smith spoke at the Band Room about fostering friendly ties and potential joint performances between Albany and Katanning bands.
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Katanning Brass Band
Gra Enade Bayo
Greater Vaidan Beach
Smith
Albany Brass Band
Albany
Easton
Morrell
Lasher Park
Sunday School Anniversary and Prize Distribution Recap
A Sunday school anniversary at the Seote Church Hall featured decorated halls, wreaths, and a program with recitations, a chorus, a hymn, a short dialogue, and a quartette. Miss Glendinning read the school report praising progress, missions interest, fundraisers, and plans for a kindergarten as concerns about teacher shortages were noted. The event concluded with thanks to parents, local officials, and Mr. Barnett, and a brief address from the Mayor.
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Seote
Dougine
Babyland
Betty Williamson
Hilda Jones
Bessie Cameron
Sage Rgd
Christobel Dempster
Lily Nicholson
Hilde Jones
Glendinning
Turtom
Turton
Barnett
Jossen
Bailey
Misa Syhil McHengie
McLean
Arthur Bailey
Amin
Echalary
Community event honors schoolchildren at church fundraiser
The Mayor praised local pupil efforts and mission work as students from Bandey and Middleton Road schools performed quotes, hymns, and recitations. Prizes were awarded to students and helpers, including Mrs Turton and Mrs Glendinning, with gifts from the Mayoress and church ladies.
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Manles
Turton
Olbera
Mira Day
Jean
Meg Norman
Seesa
Gaiam
Sete
Gramme
Laurie Gallop
R. Lawream
LL. Pearse
W. Peares
A. Timewell
Q. Davis
D. Jones
T. Stevens
Pearse
L. Lawless
M Kiddy
M. Rowena
Mia. Turton
Glendinning
Mixa Glendenning
Mien Purnel
Mise So MeKenzie
Mixa Uglow
Mixx Kinleyside
Mre. Wathine
Middleton Road School
Albany Returned Soldiers Meet Debates Board Actions
A special Albany branch meeting of the Returned Soldiers Association discussed board remarks on appointing a secretary and possible removal of a motion favoring returned soldiers. They approved an appeal wheel from April 10 to April 10 for Anzac Day activities and thanked the Head Chrome Society for hosting soldiers at the institute. A Dog and Poultry Society offer to provide prize fowls was noted and accepted.
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Albany
Returned Holdiers' Association
Soldiers’ Institute
Po H. Meeks
Creaent Messrs
W. Brown
P. Finlax
J. Clarke
T. KB
Co W. Green
B. Mouchmore
Kh. C. Wild
A. Thirvey
P Talloran
A. Gill
M. W. Smith
A. Cameron
Pitt
J. J. Barnett
Roads Board
Albany Roads Board
Mensra
Clare
Gill
Randa Board
A.8
Head Crome Society
Dogad Poultry Society
Thia
Albany Branch Votes Over Repatriation Funds
At a special meeting of the Loyal Branch of the Returned Soldiers Association Albany members debated keeping local funds for repatriation. A motion to retain funds locally with 80 percent to administration drew support, while objections to sending money to Perth grew. A conference with the central repatriation committee was proposed to resolve the arrangement.
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The
Returned Soldiers Association
Perth
Albany
Focal Renalization Committee
Earth
Ene Oloest Inbadilent
Joen
Clarke
O'Halloran
Haster
Cameron
Dimensaion
Ahee
Merare
Clarks
Oil
Baster
Fora
Dineon
Easter Monday plans and local notices noted
Easter Monday brings concerns for farmers and feed as districts await peace treaty news. Repatriation dodgers are out and the Girls' Club is set for a concert. Police plan Easter duty across the district with officers venturing to Narker.
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Rccisty
Ars
Narker
Torbay Junction Crops Show Strong Potential Amid Drought
Local crops promise good yields despite a dry season with reports of prime ton crops from a farmer and improving appearances in other fields. Mention of a Brighton family member returning from the front to Australia and curiosity about a possible marriage, plus note of a pioneering railway ancestor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oime
Angleland
Mr. Bighton
Albany
Suill
Creesbushes
Muster on the range at Setarda inst
A small muster occurred on Setarda inst for b range with m members present. Those who took part earned first class and two second class musketry, while others waited for results and scoring.
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Setarda
Temporary Clerks Strike Discussed by Perth Public Service
A Perth meeting of permanent public service clerks resolved that no action would be taken by permanent employees on the temporary clerks strike after a lengthy discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Repatriation Conference in Sydney Sees Attendee Dispute
A lengthy Sydney conference between the NLBLW State Ministry and a Farmers and Retirers Association deputation addressed strained relations. No definite agreement reported. Premier Sir Henry Lefroy says he was not invited to attend. The report notes uncertainty about outcomes and includes other international dispatches.
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Perth
Sir Henry Lefroy
Sydney
NLBLW
Farmers and Retirers’ Association
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