13 May 1926
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 13, 1926
Page
1
The council discussed delays in completing the Ulster Road recreation reserve work. Contractor issues, late completion, and extra costs dominated the Monday session while calls to accelerate progress and reassess plans faced council scrutiny.
Council debate centers on contractor delays and payment terms for land survey and road work. Officials dispute timing, costs per acre, and who approves extensions while Poole and Mason figures are questioned. Woman workers were assigned but one withdrawn for road repairs amid ongoing delays.
Boy Scout Week aims to fund and strengthen the movement across Western Australia. Under the Delv Men's Association and Tos HL in Australia, 40 towns formed committees to support training of scoutmasters, equipment, and a central scout home, with a target of 000. Community events like dances and cinema nights are listed to raise funds and galvanize volunteers.
The advertisement showcases a Dress Week sale with various fabrics and yard prices. Highlights include 52 inch wool Panama cloth in fawn, 40 inch wool Mafovoin in light grey and navy, 64 inch coating velours in brown and pigeon, and multiple 1/8 to 6/8 yard promotions.
A vintage ad touts THRSSO Halo Tone as a cure for sparse dry hair caused by modern styling. It claims the lotion penetrates to roots, strengthens, and makes hair thick and wavy, offering six young-looking appearances after use.
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