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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 08, 1919
Page
3
A the voice of Paralilla laments Albany's apathy toward public affairs and progress. He contrasts isolation with other ports, urges capable leadership to revive growth, unite factions, and lift the town toward prosperity through renewed public effort.
R S A appeal at the State school raised about £1 with teachers and scholars praised for their efforts. The freak ball at the Town Hall by Mr Cuddihy and committee was the last major fundraiser locally, while Albany support and local ladies committees earned the grateful thanks of returned soldiers for their work.
The Scotch comedian Harry Lau der, who arrived in Sydney recently, was knighted in recognition of war services rendered. The Colonial Secretary announced he had been sent to Perth by Sunday’s train.
The death of late member Mr Hl Robinson prompts unanimous condolence. Roads board elects G A Flay as chairman and Walter to works committee, with J D Smith on finance. Minister for Works to survey barrier at river mouth. repatriation pay debated. rate arrears list prepared for collection.
The season opener saw Les Riches' team defeat Charlie Drage's side at Reveren tium Ground with a large crowd in attendance. A collection was taken for the Local Repatriation Fund, Fred Williams acted as general umpire, and additional notes cover Sunday School Anniversary and community shortages affecting dairy and food supplies along the line.
A reader criticizes a correspondent over claims about the nursing home's finances. The letter argues board members guaranteed more than one tenth of required funds and questions a prior report about board seating and duties, labeling the earlier account as figment of fancy.
FP Knowles writes to defend the Denmark Nursing Home chairs and local health authorities amid criticism in the press. He questions the Denmark Reads Board reporting, asks for accountability on funding and social events, and pledges a future charge reduction funded by subscriptions and voluntary gifts.
In closing the appeal the writer thanks all who donated clothing for Mr. and Mrs. Pascoe and family. He requests adding more items to the published list and notes a parcel from A. Thomas of Carbarup Siding G.R. He also thanks the editor for space granted in publishing the appeal.
Residents of Shia Town urged to rise in welcome for the distinguished figure. The writer notes Australia would praise the opportunity and calls on locals to make fitting arrangements amid nature s generous surroundings.
A public appeal urges the district to harness 1000 men for construction without arching, offering free labor if authorities act. The writer implores Al Banians to wake up while time remains, signaling readiness to assist.
Shipping notices from London Plymouth and Albany recount troop transports and coal bunkers for Colombo Melbourne and the Eastern States. The column adds satirical notes on politics and a baptism mix up with a boatman’s quiet John and two Jacks joke.
A tribute to a late Albany district figure, praised for public service and approachability as mayor and district representative. The piece recalls his grit in support of public affairs, friendly stance with workers, and long local impact through actions and memory. It also comments on politics, banking figures, federation separation, and regional prospects.
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