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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 29, 1920
Page
2
Cordial invitation from Miles Tipping Merrifield to inspect exclusive markets. Term Notwithstanding Restricted Markets is noted. The message emphasizes continued access while markets remain restricted.
The page lists postponed meetings for the Womens Service Guild and local football clubs, a road board election notice for Albany with candidates C E Smith and T Ward, and remarks on school exemptions amid strike disruptions. It also notes visiting dignitaries from Perth, weather changes, and an English article on wealth and production.
The Hon Lady Newdegate wife of the Administrator with Miss Newdegate Miss C Baxton and Capt Forle nine. they arrived from London Monday morning. His Excellency and others joined for Albany, arriving yesterday to reside at the Rocks Government Cottage. Lady Newdegate and party stay longer while His Excellency remains a week. Old metals scheme noted with Mr Dannell caretaker of the tug for April activities at Freier station. mentions April residents and welding on metal.
The Albany Despatch will not publish on Easter Monday due to holidays. The Albany BRA branch will hold its fortnightly meeting at the Institute at 7 o clock tonight.
Opening round matches in Albany Cricket Association's final round featured a dramatic Woollies collapse against the Albions. Earlier, Matlin and Moore delivered a strong showing for the Corinthians, while the Wanderers beat the Cavaliers with several key scores.
The Albany Road Board met Friday evening with all members present to discuss tabled business and subdistrict Windolf queries. In cricket, the Corinthians batted first, reaching 72, Angove top-scoring with 40 not out. the Woojglerem replied 45 before innings declared, Angove and Sangster taking wickets in a low-scoring chase.
In a tight contest West takes 2 for 9 to pace Albion as Thowling notes two wickets. The match ends with Albion edging to victory by two wickets amid a low scoring spell.
A summary of regional works correspondence includes road and survey orders for Redwood and Hoy Riversroal areas, inspections by Mugg and Woolf, and mentions of the Automobile Club signboards. It notes a legal-technical shift under amended Road District Act with ex-officio justice roles and upcoming votes and welfare details.
Gusty Rabull wind challenged the Planiagenet Rifle Club on Saturday as members staged the Riley Trophy shoot at the 600 and Git yond ranges, with Wakemith failing to total and following results remaining unclear.
A busy month features Mayor committees meeting at the Soldiers Institute at 8 o clock tonight to discuss April plans and suggestions. Easter Saturday at Masonic Hill hosts Leisure Honor Club, mixed with a likely turnout. a euchre tournament at the Tantintnt invites participants. Donations of fruit and dairy produce are urged for Albany Road Board residents with an afternoon tea and Paddy's Market on Fridays. Dolly parade entries for the Doll Parade organized by Mrs Gribble. various notices about Ready Day activities and a public gathering at Albert Allen Wednesday are noted.
Variety performers are dismissed by the committee for a public show in the Town Hall to raise funds for the Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade. The act stars Mim Martull and Ruby Coway Frill with duets including A Night in Venice, directed by Cee McCommack. Tickets cost 2/ and 1/ with bookings at Curetor’s. proceeds support the local fire brigade.
Report from Perth outlines a stalemate after a Saturday meeting on the iron trade. Employers offered higher and lower paid workers wage increases, but the figures left a daily gap for lower ranks. Negotiations paused with no work scheduled for today as talks continue.
In Sydney harbor reports say sailors aboard a steamer formed a protest over harsh treatment and poor rations. They refused to work or eat until authorities promise improved conditions and timely payment to avoid further delays.
A large crowd attended Belmont Park racing club's March meeting with major events including the Helmant Five Hundred won by Bolucis. Races featured Hurdle and Plate events with multiple starters, notable bets, and tote dividends.
Arrangements are complete for the Volunteer Mire Mrigde to Merced to Freman tlee and 17 in atl will make the trip. On Wednesday night a aperd at Pass Will to diel et thee mtation OE 7.30. Names of those involved in events and their roles are listed, with parade and inspection details for Thursday night at the fire era and Tailway station procedure.
An unsteady report from Berlin on March 28 notes disruptions hinder the Thy Covey ict construction of fault lines and power distribution. The German network faces delays as authorities work to stabilize supply and restore lines after damage.
New cabinet appointments finalize the reshuffle as Terr Noske Migarity Surlitist and Ibere Kraherser are dropped from the crew. The administration announces changes impacting top posts and policy direction.
The text reports a halt to severe fighting around the Ruhr Valley as authorities seek to permit German troops to move, with mentions of Wesel and Abbie province and the request to allow troop movements amid labor troubles.
Reports describe clashes at Essen with military workers, labor banners, and ribbons. The fragment notes combat actions and ongoing mobilization amid confusion over the event’s control and outcomes.
Fragmentary wartime report from Ruhe Valley says Red and Loyalist factions clash as Hever Ment Broons claim gains and heavy losses. Both sides report tens of thousands of combatants and a goal to disarm opposing warriors with severe potential casualties.
The government and miners dispute wage policy with talk of percentage changes. Officials note proposed increases and reference a 42 shillings per week standard while unions press for higher pay, highlighting ongoing labor tension in the capital.
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