Albany Roads Board Minutes Describe Drainage and Grants
The Albany Roads Board met Friday night to discuss stamped tax receipts, road definitions at Glenhow, a reserve between Albany and Mount Barker, and drainage schemes. They approved a 150 pound grant for Albany road drainage, planned tenders, and considered public works, foreshore fixes, and road fencing with notes on staff resignations and financial balances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheether
A. Burwill
F. Newton
W. Mawson
T. E. Douglas
C. EB. Smith
Commissioner of Taxation
Department of Works and Trade
Glenhow
R. Pugh
Jbany
Mount Barker
Almont
Council dithers over heating scheme and ethics
A local council faced sharp criticism for inconsistent handling of a lighting project. The article questions why an external expert was sought, then rejected, while a district firm receives extended leases and rare secrecy surrounds an auditors report. Public trust hangs on forthcoming publication.
Harborville Lights Parody of a Town Lighting Plan
A humorous tale set in Harborville where residents debate modern lighting. Arry and Rico uncover a esoteric scheme beneath Ye Old Windsor Castle as Harborville officials prefer jam tin lamps over costly new tech. The piece satirizes local politics, monopolies, and vanity projects.
Australian Mail Service critique of postwar shipping plans
A London interview with a leading Australian mail service authority argues against government purchase of range and speedy mail vessels. He notes ships available are standardised, many mailboats repurposed as minelayers, and reconversion limited by timber and fittings shortages. He says restoration of Australasian mail service will take 9 to 12 months, mail contracts may be less favorable, and British labor would be required to man ships. Negotiations continue on vessel releases from government control and future work conditions as ships likely return to owners within a month and the Shipping Ministry winds down.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Work and Trade
Albany
Mawson
Smith
Burvill
Majors
Newton
Wos
Department of Public Works and Trade
Grassmere
Roads Board
Interdistrict Roads Boards
Mr. Norman
Denmark Roads Board
Rutherford
Borvill
Princess Royal Harbor
Harbors and Rivers Board
Littl Grove
West Albany
Albany Roads Board
John Laymont
Mr. Ayres
Thos
Knapp
Tate
Hunwick Raad
Angove
McKail
Shannon
King River District
Government Road
C. W. Martin
Marbellup Siding
E. Greatrex
Bank
Treasury
Wen Ward
London
Jartisane
Leany
Boa
Peninsular Co
Mercantile Marine
Board of Trade
A Witty Quote on Marriage and Nose Troubles
A brief nameless anecdote compares endurance in marriage to effort. A young wife, three months married, seeks advice from her mother about her husband returning late from his club. The mother remarks she might gain peace by ignoring both eyes and ears, while the wife laments her nose as a symbol of concern.
Golf Notes at Albany Club Wristlet Watch Prize Winners
The ladies of Albany Golf Club held a Thursday contest for a wristlet watch donated by Lady Macartney. Mrs Shannon won from 11 contestants as Lady Macartney watched and presented the prize with congratulations. Tea followed and scores listed for each participant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lady Macartney
Albany Golf Club
H Shannon
Macartney
Mre. Shannon
Harkneas
Misa McKensiy
Harkness
Catling
Hassall
E. McKenzie
Little
Anderson
Playne
Batston
Thomson
Albany Town Hall Yard Conditions Draw Fire
A reader notes a rubbish tip and a tar frame behind Albany's Town Hall Fire Brigade shed. He condemns the yard as a health hazard, urges removal of sheds and obstructions, and calls on city authorities to relocate and tar the area to restore a healthy appearance.
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Bir
Australia
Town Mall
Albany
Nent
Albany Golf Club Annual Meeting at Freemasons Hotel
The Albany Golf Club held its annual general meeting at the Freemasons Hotel with Mr. F. R. Dymes presiding. Secretary R. H. Tomlinson read the 18th annual report showing receipts of £389 12s and expenditure of £399 17s 8d, a current credit balance of £52 15s 7d, and note of improved links and bar profits. Members approved the report, elected officers for the coming year, and discussed rule changes and gifts from members including a £10 debenture and life membership for Edward Barnett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tambers
Albany Golf Club
Freemasons
F. R. Dymes
R. H. Tomlinson
Hiquor
Ia &8
Justice Booth
A. C. Gillam
Alec Heid
Watson
M. L. Anderson
Mra. Catling
Miss Harkness
Edward Barnett
Dymes
G. H
Blackbarns
Harkness
Tomlinson
Faulkner
Deykin
Black
New State Idea Petition Seeks Regional Governance Reform
The letter argues against centralised rule for a vast state and supports decentralisation inspired by Australia. It highlights a serious financial position, outmigration of residents and soldiers to the East, and neglect of distant districts near Perth. It urges action to foster a prosperous future amid anticipated British emigration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Perth
Britain
Paralilla
Kalgoorlie Market Report March 28 From Kalgoorlie fruitgrowers
The Associated Fruitgrowers Limited Kalgoorlie reports free supplies of fruit and vegetables to ready demand with prime stock scarce due to wet arrivals. Lemons scarce with prime 22s and green 12s 6d. Albany tomatoes strong. apples and pears offered in several grades. oranges up to 11s. passion fruit 10s. grapes 11s. quinces 6s. sweet potatoes 14d. other items including vibars, hens, and yuga listed with varied prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Fruitgrowers, Limited
Kalgoorlie
Albany
Pember Beats Downes in Club Competition Finals
Only one game was played in the Club's single competition on pater with Pember defeating Downes 21 to 5. Downes managed just a single score, reflecting a one sided match.
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Pater
Pember
Downes
Shipping Notes Arrivals March 30 to April 1
Woolgar from Newcantle with coal for gas company arrived March 30. Tarcoula from Fremantle with coal arrived March 31. Departures: Wiltshire for Colombo on March 27. Vancouver for Eastern States on March 28. Woolgar sails for Fremantle after coal haul. Vancouver bunkers 108 tons of Japanese vans en route to Hantern States. Bor la to lift 90,000 vases of apples en route to London. Adelaida S S Co worker Tareduly from Fremantle with coal. Woolgar from Newcastle resumed Fremantle voyage after coal. Eucla due from Israelite Bay with cargo passengers and mila.
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Wiltehire
Colombo
Mellwraith
McHacharn
Tareduly
Fremantle
Melbourne
Woolgar
Newcastle
Dalgety and Co
Eucla
Israelite Bay
Pasengers
Mila
Railway Department
Projected Movements at Eucla and Albany
Shipping dates show Eucla bound services from Albany on April 2 and April 16 with returns by April 5 and April 10. Fremantle to Albany trips on April 26 and April 30. Eucla to Albany via ports on May 9. A stray Red Cross scene ends with Percy buying a cake after refusals.
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Eucla
Albany
Hopetoun
Esperance
Fremantle
Euels
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Ideal Private Hospital
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ST. George's Terrace
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Albany— Crew, Robinson and CO
York Street
Strand Tea Rooms
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Stirling Terrace
Albany Brewery
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Sey
Castlereagh Street
Sydney
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MM. E. Lambert
Perth Road
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