Public Life Notes on Western Australia Leader Honours
Readable excerpts discuss Sir Hal Colebatch and Sir Janet Mitchell in WA politics. Mentions of visits to Britain, praise from Premier, and expectations for Agent-Contral t role, with commentary on Colebatch’s ambition and public service.
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Western Australi
Janet Mitchell
Britain
Binese
Sir Hal
Celebate
Lator
Northam
Western Australia
Cube Her
Hegins
Hal White
London
Rene Orivy
Mal
Collier
Sint
Stamr
Bir
Hal Colebatch
Hiss
Sue
Cole Haleh
Ravr
Evnerafind
Shortage of hooks disrupts apple shipping and milling plans
The article describes a severe shortage of hooks impacting apple growers and their storage, leads to export and market access problems, and prompts calls for coordinated action by cooperative bodies to prevent a recurrence. It notes birds threaten stored fruit, sheds limit protection, and local mills may need joint effort to resume shaking and processing.
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Amy Poe
Berker
Jarrah
Paul
Grauwera
State Government to observe holiday for royal visit
State government offices and banks will close on Wednesday May 18 to mark the royal visit. Albany post office hours will shorten mail handling with 10 am closing for all business except money orders and mail carried by letter carriers. A boy named Ernest John Tuttlebee, aged 11, left home to see the Duke but was found asleep on the Western Australian Bank stairs the next day after wandering streets. Sir James Bar, addressing a London audience, warned that medical science lags behind physical science and engineering, urging hospital funding by results. The visit of HMA S Sydney to Albany included a reception plan with the Mayor meeting the Commodore aboard the vessel.
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Albany
Ernest John Tuttlebee
Mount Barker
Mundey
Wretern Australian Bank
St. Georges Terenes
Gia
Parmem Oy
Medien
Selene
James Bar
Liverpool Royal Infirmary
London
James
H.M.A
Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade Notes and Meeting Actions
The Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade held a monthly meeting with attendance noted and minutes contrived. Captain Milne reported on captain meetings at Prenjarnde and a donation of 42 pounds was proposed to a fund. General business included amending domestic roles and the secretary J Smundery offered resignation, to be tabled at next meeting.
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Bodney
Janine
Emilion
Utm
Albany
Albany Fire Brigade
Thrirsdiwaddy
Rour
Accouba
Nevinent
Milne
Milne Reported On the Business Trank Acted At the Meeting of Reptains
Prenjarnde
Wikding
Brennan
General Busines
J. Smundery
Grablic
Tobacco Growing Trials in Western Australia and Australia
Australia advances tobacco trials amid government support. In Manjimup and broader states experiments test yield quality and commercial viability under Australian soils and climate, guided by American expert supervision. Early results show modest leaf yields with promising prices, while broader fertiliser studies aim to tailor mixtures for optimal production.
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Department of Agriculture
Australia
Gaidanmce
London “Financial News
New South Wales
Armeh-Auatralia Tobacco Co
Western Australia
Manjimna
Mt Viely
Trinla
Director of Agriculture
GO. L. Sutton
A. C. Clifton
Cliftom
Dungowan
Victoria
Perth Market Report Shows Varied Prices Across Produce
Journal notes mixed market activity with prices for beef, poultry, and dairy improving in Perth. Wheat and oats show steady demand. apples, pears, and stone fruits face supply fluctuations. vegetables like cauliflower and cabbage in good demand while potatoes and beans show cautious buying.
All Saints Mount Barker Church Ceremony Details
A report on the All Saints church at Mount Barker outlines the weather and ceremony surrounding the laying of a cano. It notes Bishop Wilson presided and describes the design and erection of the memorial works. The event featured local figures including Jane Hicks and the Perth authorities.
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Church of England
All Saints
Mount Barker
Alot Barker
Eiludlen
Wilson
Jane Hicks
Perth
Consecration of St Mildreds Anglican Church Tenterden
The consecration of St Mildreds Anglican Church at Tenterden was held Sunday morning with the Rev Dr. Wilson of Bunbury and Reverend J. V Poniv assisting. A reception followed. funds raised include £50 from the Marryatt Fund and £40 from the Charitable Fund, with local stone foundation and a white blister sheet roof.
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St. Milclel’s
Tual
Bunbury
Dr. Wilson
Thie
Mount Barker
J. V Ponivan
Jd Cauid
Tenterden
Regt
Enogiad
Ladiew
Marryatt Fund
Charimtiersti Fund
Bruidin Committee
F.d. Galeet
Ratannine
Tomlormol
Mraver Denk
Wan
Wade
Mn E A. Rogers
B.A. Rovers
St. Mildred's
Eng
Brags Altar Rrows
BE. A. Rogere
J. Coots
Trev
Penistan
Mr. Tufnell and Family
W. T. Betts
Hetta
Hogan and
Ehalive
Mer. Morvig
Mengler
H Gray
Parish meeting at St John’s Albany elects wardens and reports
St John’s parishioners met in the Albany schoolroom to hear reports and appoint vestry and wardens for the coming year. The rector praised church work, Mothers’ Union revival, and local missions while noting finances and generous support from the community and guilds.
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St. Dunia
Harel
England
St. John's
Certer
Mev
Yeandall
Lovinnes
C. K. Normn
Worl
Mothers’ Union
Leach
Mra. Rooklitf
Tle
Scout
Jack Saunders
Farelloney
Williats
Maneshea
King River
Oswald
Perth Road
Coedrock
Gee Fonder
Eholmasster
Ece
T. Pletcher
Ven
Archdeaton Lonel
Mihang
Col
Ira
A. Cobler
W. C Harris
W. E. Halliday
W. Kutcher
Richardaon
Llova Williama
A H
Richardann
Ian
G. Mercer
R. Reseenor
A. Akrine
Messra
A. Vaurhan
Daldis
Bishage Wiliam
Avine
Mvhene
Nate Aity
Royal Tour Delayed by Gale as Yorks Visit Albany
The Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of York travel toward Western Australia aboard the Renown but face rough seas and strong winds off the Bight. Albany residents pledge loyalty and extend welcome as weather threatens a postponed royal visit, with a brief reply from the Duchess and I.
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Duke
Luelees
York
Renara
Western Australia
Lintmehe
Chia
Mir
Australia
Cyhir
Albany
Metropolis
Prince of Wales
Reval
Ord Duchen
Brenksen
Satorday
Albany Deere
Renown Afloat With Gifts Of Animals And Birds
A royal note describes gifts of animals and birds to the Duke and Duchess and officers. Parrots, lories, parrakeets, and flying squirrels arrive from Las Palmas and settle in the Royal apartments, adding to the growing menagerie.
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Las Palmas
Two Days Relaxation for Royal Couple Weather Hopes Improve
The Royal couple enjoyed two days of rest as weather hindered travel. A Sydney cruiser eighty miles ahead reported wind easing, suggesting better conditions within the next 24 hours for the voyage.
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Fews c Ume
Sydney
Chittie Eeuie Smooth
Albany Resident Dies After Joneness at Home
An elf and esteemed Albany resident Mrs Jane Rowe died at her Perth home yesterday morning at 69. She leaves two sons and three daughters. Funeral set for tomorrow afternoon at 4 16. Also noted are rail transfers involving Constables Core Hithlef and Mr A Morrell of the Union Bank branch.
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Union Bank
Oiht
World Wheat Prices and Shipping From Australia and Colleagues
Westralian Farmers reports May 13 cable data on Australian wheat cargo values and shipping. Western Australia shipments range around 65/3 per quarter with 7500 tons expected late May and 650 per quarter rates quoted for Victoria and South Australia. New South Wales and Western Australia shipments appear at 64/10 to 65/4 per quarter with bulk cargos noted. Pacific Coast and Ireland trade show 7250 ton cargoes at 65 per quarter and 60/44 per quarter for May shipments. Imports to the United Kingdom in April total 4701 thousand tons versus 3890 thousand last year. Winnipeg and Buenos Aires cables show steady markets with modest gains in Chicago and Winnipeg options and Buenos Aires June option prices up about 6 cent per quintal.
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Westralian Farmers, Ltd., Wheat Department
Lenton
Western Anatralia
Victoria
Western Australia
South Australia
He-sellars
New South Wales
Western Australis
Apsley Hall
Ireland
United Kingdom
Winnipeg
Chicaro
Buenos Aires
Steadier
Woods' Great Poppermint Cure Ad Makes Quiet Boast
A carnival tone notice touts Woods' Great Poppermint Cure as a remedy for cold and coughs. It presents a cheeky, light verse style promoting the product as a wise relief in life’s masquerade.
Bowgada Murder Trial Draws April Date
Inquest into the death of T. L. Correll at Bowgada on April 8 indicates he died from a gunshot wound. Arthur Algid Mar, accused of wilful murder, stood trial and was returned on the charge.
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T. L. Correll
Aine
Bowsaia
Correll
Artiar Algid
Inquiry into Petman disappearance adjourned at Goodwood
An inquiry into the mining of Petman in the Canning Purse began Saturday and was adjourned. Before a race at Goodwood on Saturday the superintendency steward unsuccessfully searched a rider for batteries.
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Mihning
Petman
Canning
Goodwood
Superilety
Victorian Labor leader chosen to form ministry
In Melbourne on Saturday Mr E Hoan was commissioned to form the Labor Government after the Premier tendered the resignation of his Ministry to the Governor on Monday. The move settles doubts about whether the Labor leader would be allowed to attempt forming a new Ministry.
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Melbourne
Labor
E. Hoan
Seven Horses Die From Mouldy Hay Poisoning
Following seven deaths among draught horses,Mr Kendall chief veterinary officer of the Department of Agriculture visited the property of Mr AL Werner and Mr Elgin. He attributed the deaths to mouldy hay or chaff contaminated by a poisonous fungus that becomes virulent in the day period.
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Kendall
Department Ofgriculture
AL Werner
Elgin
Swine Fever Threat to Victoria Pig Industry
Veterinary officer Mr John Kendall told Nhill committee that swine fever menaces Victoria's pig industry. The disease caused hundreds of pig deaths, with affected herds wiped out and nurseries destroyed or dismantled. Areas hit include Ballarat district extending west to Beaufort.
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John Kendall
Department of Agriculture
Nhill A
P. Seciet
Victoris
Victoria
Oriel
Ballarat
Beaufort
Black and White Artist Falls From Ferry Steamer Drowns
Sydney report recalls artist Joseph Lynch plunging from the Kiandra ferry steamer on Saturday evening. A fireman swam to reach him but Lynch sank within a yard of rescue, leaving 18 others drowned in the incident.
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Sydney
Joseph Lynch
Kiandra
Lynch
Lynch Snonk
Stirling tourist access urged for Stirling Hills area
Correspondence from George Wall urges steps to promote Stirling tourism. He asks the State Tourist Bureau director to support a hostel near Chester Pig, form Stirling Tourist Committees at Gaewangerup or Borden, and improve roads from Mount Barker to the hills to attract visitors. He notes local interest and the need for closer rail and better access.
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Hayward
Chester Pigg
Stirlings
Gaewangerup
Borden
Stirling Hang
Stirling
Denbark Cheese Factory Topic Sparks Local Debate
A reader replies to a letter from "Cronode" arguing about milk surplus and the proposed new mintor tracks near the Denmark district. The letter defends the cheese factory’s role in road work and dairy distribution, urging further discussion.
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Bo T
Denmark
Froonie
Queensland Premier Meets King in London
An Australian Premier, Mr Wylet, attended a royal audience with His Majesty the King in London on Saturday. Mr Mc Cormack accompanied the premier as the audience and the event showcased Australia’s knowledge and ties with the United Kingdom.
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London
Ailey
Mtatem Thiett
Wylet Vermineky
Wyle
Mr McCormack
Ausuli
Flood Reports From New Orleans Area Cause Mass Evacuations
A flood crisis expands with 60 000 more displaced and one million acres inundated as Missiveipod region suffers severe water. Jonesville reports 13 deaths in 24 hours. Refugees gather on high ground. 30 men in a small crowd seek shelter. Robonte residents, many with children, lack food. Authorities seek relief including fowl and items for floodplain families.
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New Ohrleans
Morsauville
Jonesville
Trifle
Henese Acme
Robonte
Missing Airmen May Be In Labrador Says Weather Experts
Unconfirmed reports state missing airmen Nungessar and Coli are now believed in Labrador after officials abandoned the search. Weather experts warn storm conditions may have altered their course and led them toward Labrador.
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Mssing
Labrador
Nungessar
Coli
Washington
Lobradar
Aeroplane Sightings Reported Over Bay of Fundy
The Halifax Herald corresporden at Freeport Nova Scotia says a ferryman saw a distant aircraft heading west on Thursday evening and a hint of the craft near the Bay of Fundy Monday morning with more details expected.
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Walifax Herald
Freeport
Nova Scotia
Flelerman
Bay of Fundy
Trunk Tragedy Victim Identified as Minnie Benatti
Scotland Yard says the trunk murder victim is Minnie Benatti. A domestic servant friend reported a May 4 telegram saying I’m out come and see me, matching her Chelsea departure. Police suspect premeditation due to the trunk purchase before death and focus on a released prisoner rather than Brixton as an origin.
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Charing Cross Station
Minnie Benatti
Scotland Yard
Minnie Banatti
Chelsea
Brixton
Berlin Exchange Suffers Severe Slump After Bank Rate Move
The Berlin Stock Exchange had a disastrous day with major losses across banks and industries wiping out large private fortunes. Analysts cite the Bank of England maintaining its rate among causes.
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Berlin Stock Exchange
Bank of England
Dramatic Rise in Stock Exchange Seat Prices
New York May 15 prices for a seat on the Stock Exchange surged with a sale at 216000 dollars. Several seats recently sold for large sums, including 38000 and 40000 pounds, reflecting high demand and market fervor.
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New York
The
Stock Exchange
Vancouver to Sydney Flight Leader Arrives in San Francisco
Bayes May 15 Captain Giles of the Royal Air Forces arrived from Australia today en route to Vancouver to meet Captain Jeakine, leader of the proposed Vancouver to Byory flight in June next.
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Vancouver
Sydney
San Francisco
Bayes
Giles
Royal Air Forcs
Australia
Jeakine
Heenze Introduces a Wonderful Tense
A garbled review extols HEANES TONIC NERVE NUTS as superior for blood nourishment and nerve energy. It references actors and performers linked to sensational performances, mentions a backstage life, and hints at a sensational character study with dramatic hopes and public fascination.
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