20 Mar 1924
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1924
Page
1
Tomorrow night at the Empire Theatre presents two films from Fox studios plus Pox News. Pawn Ticket 210 stars Sibley Magon in a romance adventure about a baby found in a pawnbroker shop. Good-bye Girls features William Haswell in a leading role.
Ferguson stars as a dawn heroine in Quivant at the Empar Theatre on Saturday night. The production, billed as a jewel of spectacle, promises a fearless portrayal of a destitute woman’s soul with strong supporting items and notable cast in eight acts.
In a bold casting choice, Hootye stars as a formidable cowboy artist. The film spotlights his rugged craft and frontier charisma, with a production team delivering classic Western vibes and dramatic showdowns.
A St Patrick’s Day university concert featured songs, solos, choruses, dances, and a club swinging exhibition in aid of a local cause. Prominent vocalists and local groups performed before a receptive audience with several encores. Proceeds from the evening totaled a substantial sum as organizers thanked attendees and volunteers.
In the Dress Department a fine showing of New Dress Fabrics landed from England features 34 inch all wool grey coating weed and 54 inch 411 wool coating weed. Specials include 6s 11d yard and 84 6d yard in navy grey and brown.
Auction style textile list details complete stocks of crepe de chine crepe Morocaine and silks with assorted textures colors and weights. Prices range from 7/11 to 40 per yard with offerings in navy wool flannel velour French velour and tweed fabrics plus fur and fancy weaves. Numerous fabric types described including wool blends cashmere and velvet finishes with quantities and discounts highlighted.
Thursday to Monday specials feature cotton vests with sleeves plain and patterned lace trim and assorted ladies wear at discounted cash prices. Includes heavy garments, knitwear, wool and cotton blends, and stockings with bold per yard and per dozen deals while stocks last.
The Harbuny council reports comment on footpath conditions and street cleanliness. Calls for property owners to contribute to graveling costs and notes forthcoming openings in Beverley with a May target. Cites local industry shifts, water concerns, and immigration debates impacting the district.
An advertising notice extols Hoans Nerve Pills as a cure for misery from painkillers. It claims girls who were lifeless become healthy and handsome, with symptoms like neuralgia insomnia and fatigue described as nervous exhaustion, urging sufferers to try the product.
The Empire Theatre opens every night except Sunday with a complete new programme each evening. Admission costs are about 1 shilling to 1 shilling 7 pence, with premium seats available by calling News 102 for bookings.
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