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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 26, 1925
Page
2
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The text appears to discuss the 1908 Covlarmemts Ipcsp bank act and referencing managers and a cave paint transfer. It mentions a date around April and payment notes. The legibility is low with many garbled phrases and unclear names or places.
Notices report a dredge from Perth heading to the Eastern States for overhaul after repairs, with work at Banbury planned. Injured worker J. Glenroy McBride fractures a leg while timber slipping, with expected recovery of seven to eight weeks. The Disabilities Commission will visit Albany March 31 to take evidence. witnesses include J. Mills, F. L. J. Willian, and Chamber of Commerce members. The Narrogin Town Council prohibits competitive Sunday sports from March 1, and R. B. Legooln will speak on The World Crisis and the Way On. Fire Brigade plans a parade tonight, and lantern lectures by Pastor Frank Salmon recount experiences in India during the Great War.
A long report to the Albany Chamber of Commerce discusses tonnage and port dues at Fremantle and Albany amid claims of unfair discrimination. It explains handling charges, rail and harbor rates, and compares costs for Fremantle Bunbury and Albany, urging clarity and equity for shippers. The piece notes a Loyal Light Horse encampment exodus and a 1910s military event in the city with officials L. Pulehy and G. W. Trathan involved.
A shipment of wheat arrived from Albany overseas and berthed at the town jetty. The unloading is advancing, with several special trains bringing more wheat, and plans to secure supply continue under scrutiny by MLA Mr A Wansbrough and the Minister for Railways. The unloading is supervised by West Australian Partners Ltd as efforts to move four consignments proceed amid Albany influence.
The Corteelis meeting of the Albany sub-branch of the Retucoed Soldier's League was held at night with Mr. AA presiding. Leaders present included Monsre. Ming W. Cooper, Craigie, G. Groves, D. Waters, FP. Lambert, T. B. Carter, J. Field, J. Mercer, O'Brien and secretary Mr. Whites. Minutes were read, correspondence discussed, and actions set on visiting State secretary, caretaker Colgate's status, accounting for branch debts, and Ansac Day arrangements. A photograph gallery honoring fallen servicemen was announced, with requests for relatives to submit photos. New member Mr. O'Brien welcomed. he pledged active support.
An outsider analyzes Denmark group settlements noting three keys to success: good land, a diligent seller, and a capable spouse. The article praises land quality, pasture, and gardens, and describes backbreaking labor to clear land, establish pastures, and maintain undergrowth. It reflects on workers’ endurance and long hours amid harsh conditions and limited social life.
Intending students are reminded of vacancies in English, shorthand, bookkeeping, commercial arithmetic, woodwork, typing, wool closing, and ticket writing courses. Headmaster will attend the State School from 7 pm to 9 pm on Monday and Tuesday to enroll applicants.
A A Stevens leaves Mesurg Drew Robinson and Co after six years as hardware manager to move to an agricultural centre with W J Rogers Ltd. J H Higgs departs Clarke and Phillips Albany after 15 months as manager of the bat business, receiving a farewell gift from staff.
Mt Barker notes report a small turnout for the Wain trophy shooting with five competitors due to export fruit transport. Scores list Smith, Sawyer, Howser, Williams, Thomas, Vontruikoon, and others with distances 100 and 700 yards. Cricket plans include Cranbrook-Tambellup selection and matches Blackwood Narrikup and Carbarup Centrale at Sounness Park. Telephone line work progresses from Mundijong, and Mt Barker Parents and Teachers Association set an annual meeting for March 27 with school board elections.
A letter to the editor questions the plan to tender a council car and suggests mounting it in front of the Town Hall or in the park for public view. The writer recalls past comments by Dr. Lambert and asks for details on annual car hire costs since January 1, 1995 and individual payments to drivers.
A March first note in the Albany Hood Board minutes records Mr A J Muir seeking action on Chinop road. Members reply there are no funds. The writer laments neglect of the district’s roads and urges representation before elections.
The Loyal Albany Lodge of the Manchester Thity of Ohldfellows celebrated its 42nd anniversary with a decorated hall, chanting, flowers, and a programme of songs and dancing. Notables from sister lodges presented jewels, and officers urged young men to join Friendly Societies as attendees enjoyed supper and social time through midnight.
The fragment lists postal delivery times on Monday Wednesday and Friday at 5 33 pm with box 20 ppm, Tuesday and Thursday at 3 390 ppm late box at station 415s, and Saturday p.m. for Sunday’s train. Also notes interior station 620 1m and a Barker Motor Coash with Monday only routes to Albany and other towns including Cloga Albany November and Meeker.
In Fremantle a crane toppled during a farewell for the Orient wioomer Ormuz. Hundreds watched as the crate overbalanced and fell into the harbor. The driver, Peter Bencock of White Gum Valley, escaped the water and swam to the wharf injured.
James Owerd McCrackn aged about 10 years more or less was arrested in WicKEpin yesterday on a charge of bigamy for marrying Donna Clarabel Trough while already wed to Dorothy Kathleen McCrucken. The case centers on a second marriage ceremony performed in the town.
An Avro aeroplane crashed at Point Cook Flying School in Melbourne this morning. Flying Officer Stewart FE Mallor was killed while Cadet Officer A M Charlesworth escaped with minor injuries as the aircraft dived from about 200 feet during a training flight.
Labor officials in Melbourne protested the Commonwealth Ministry decision to award contracts for two new cruisers yesterday. The action drew calls for reconsideration and heightened labor scrutiny of naval procurement.
Captain T. C. Thomas, master of the steamer Volumnia, appeared again at Central Police Court on a warrant from crew members alleging desertion. Magistrate Giles-Shand ruled the Justices Act did not justify the warrant and discharged Thomas, releasing him to remain in Sydney, Australia.
The Dennistoun case resumed yesterday after a long retirement. The jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff on 25000 damages after further retirement to consider damages. The proceedings are estimated to cost over £90000, including counsel fees around £7000.
Washington reports letters of protest from Americans accusing the India Office and Sir Eame Howard the British ambassador of blocking a big game expedition into Turkestan via Huns Pans. Embassy officials say the action was misinterpreted and plan to ensure safety of all parties entering unknown lands.
The Newtown Hand Art Union Committee urges readers holding tickets to forward them to the art union office promptly as the closing days draw near. A message from Alma ARs lists Jim Paddon, former world champion, graphed to Major Goodsell who won the world title on Batard, challenging him to tow for £500.
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