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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 17, 1926
Page
2
Cafta Kavanagh and Will sail for Capr Ravi Imcr An Hw with Les YouN and Esprilince set for May 18 22 weekend events on Saturday.
Tenders are invited for forming five (6) houses on Cwirelier Street. Specifications available at the Town Hall. Town Clerk Duthie notes may be viewed at the Town Hall and related offices.
The article argues for broader government backing to fund metropolitan expansion, water supply, harbours, rail and transport improvements, and official oversight in Western Australia. It highlights Esperance as a potential growth hub with harbor development and wheat prospects, noting neglected transport and market services between the metro center and Esperance.
A Western Australia assembly debate urges closer settlement and rail links, arguing for a new state in the Great Southern to accelerate development. Advocates cite land belts near Albany with 4 inch plus rainfall, potential for 1000 settlers, and rail proximity to markets, urging attention to voters and Esperance support.
A collection of local events reports a youth named Smith suffering a leg injury after a fall at a billiard hall, a man named Robins injured in a street accident, and a clock stop competition winner H. Davie. The coroner inquest into the death of BE Sharp progresses with witnesses. Rev. A E Brice accepts a Scots Church call, and Alick Stewart Wild earns a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with praise from the University of Western Australia. Community notices urge future students to meet the headmaster for enrollments.
The article announces the appointment of Sam White Taylor as Justice of the Peace for the Flantagenet Magisterial District. An English articled clerk by training, he has been linked with Albany Waterside Workers Union and acted as secretary to the Western Australian Federal Council representative Mr. Mather. Neighbouring communities praise his integrity and public service.
The article outlines the Main Roads Act creating a Main Roads Trust Account funded by the Treasury and reserves for construction and maintenance of state roads. It details apportionment rules among districts, local authority contributions, and adjustments with governor approval, plus notice and objection timelines for annual allocations.
Federal Government accepts three portions of Western Australia’s tentative immigration plan. Water supplies in country districts costing £420,634, the Brookton Dale River railway at about £191,000, and the establishment of 300 farms at £900,000 receive approval. Remaining schemes await report from the Migration and Development Commission.
Heavy crowd watches Norths and Souths play a near even match._scores ping between sides with strong marking by Maunsell Turnbull and Ryan. Final bell confirms a 6 7 to 6 7 stalemate as spectators praise clean play and plan next week’s rematch.
The Australian Eleven’s match with Hampshire concluded on Friday with Australia winning by 10 wickets after a tentative weather day. Key player mentions include Henderson, Collins, and Moly, as well as Franklin and Reed. The report notes a sunlit, dry wicket and lists several batsmen and bowlers with partial scores and dismissals.
The annual Ei leker Cricket Club wind up at Ei leker Hall drew about 40 attendees including M.L.C. A. Burvill M.L.A. A. Wana brough and Albany District Cricket Association president H. A. Henson. Presidents and guests toasted clubs with speeches and the trophies for most consistent batsman, most improved player, and best bowling average were presented, followed by Auld Lang Syne.
Confused late report on murders in Kalgoorlie describes public alarm and spreading rumors. The text references an accused killer and the impact on local mood and discourse, with uncertain dates and details.
Persistent investigators work tirelessly across the case but find no Siren Tin wiper. Detwotive Serpents led by O Brien and Manning and the black pivachors focus on the tentative facade and wheelmarks to locate Walsh ui Dithin's hidden position.
The report notes a policy shift by the government regarding officer funding in mining enforcement. Previously the Chamber of Mines and government split costs three ways, with the government covering one third. Upon taking office, the government declined its one third share as unjustified and bias prone, while offering to supply more officers if the Chamber of Mines deemed it necessary.
Vir Mathews and Dr McGilvray report on the post mortem of two detectives. The examination does not confirm the cause of death. No bullet wounds detected on the trunk and there is insufficient skull material to determine if the victims were bludgeoned.
An ex-constable, identified by Mrs Koolavell through garbled narrative, reportedly died by his own act after months of distress. He had suffered leg burns at work three months earlier and showed lasting changes in his hair and nerves, with colleagues recalling a severe mental shock from the incident.
A tramatic collision in the Wellington and Ceo streets area fatally injures Cecilia Morrow, aged 12, who died shortly after admission to hospital. The report notes the incident occurred when a vehicle veered and struck her before emergency services arrived.
Still at large, Nova Town remains at large after escaping Port Jockin along with early Thursday morning pursuit. Authorities describe the escape as ongoing, with little new information on Town’s whereabouts or motive.
Deputy President Webb in Melbourne ruled in the Arbitration Court that employers must pay non union workers under the national award. The decision supports the policy that while men should join unions, it is unfair for good employers to compete with those who avoid obligations.
Parents of Olenbuntly Biate students threaten to withdraw children if the Education Department does not invite bids for a new school within a reasonable time. The action aims to force timely construction and address long-standing school facility concerns.
An extension in the engine drivers strike has interstate shipping involved. Mellwraith McEuchern and Co announce the 8. Karacola will not leave Sydney on May 22 for West Australia unless a settlement is reached. Most vessels on the Australian coast burn coal, raising fears of a general shipping halt if the Karoola sails.
Twenty six federal unions sign a pact to hold further settlement efforts unless directed by the interstate disputes committee. Employers plan to extend the 44 hour dispute to all industries under federal awards.
A London report outlines a major strike affecting British industry with government and naval authorities mobilizing. It notes public disorder, shipyard activity, and potential political fallout as leaders seek to avert escalation while labor actions test wartime stability.
The report notes position changes and new captions as engineers shipyard workers and transport crews overcome challenges. It mentions ongoing experiments and improved hourly portions with life and work conditions evolving through the tramways and related efforts.
May 14 reports from New York describe the Norge sighting near Nome and a safe landing before cheering crowds. The expedition conveyed that they are safe and well and would press on with renewed vigor as relief efforts reached Nome.
Reports from Watcow May 16 describe a Polish revolt with Marshal Pilsudski gaining influence as Milhiudski’s army advances. Fighting continues between competing factions with Pilsudski promising government restoration and immediate administration reforms including anti corruption measures and a general election after parliament dissolution.
Acting Mayor Dr Ingham led Yeatorday councillors on a excursion to the pumping station to inspect machinery and see water output. The group, including Dr Nesbitt and B Holmes, toured from 9:10 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. with a lunch at Mr Mrtin’s residence and tea later at the station, noting high water flow and cleanliness before returning by 6:45 p.m. Rabbits around the station were reported plentiful by Mr Martin who spoke for five press representatives.
The Danish P.W.D. team defeated Albany 4 to 3 in a hard fought inter-town match at Denmark oval. Denmark led 2-1 at halftime with Venter scoring for Albany equalizing later. Crowe and Telmes stood out for Albany, while Denmark’s P.W.D. added two more goals as the locals hosted Albany dinner at Alos-Wah after the match.
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