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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 22, 1919
Page
3
A series of brutal attacks by Wharf Labourer Union members targeted loyalists on interstate vessels in Melbourne. Police protection limited casualties as loyalists condemn authorities for failing to shield workers, fearing a fate akin to the Fremantle volunteers in similar circumstances.
Mr. Justice Higginbottom of the Federal Arbitration and Conciliation Court will call four compulsory conferences in relation to the seamen strike to seek dispute resolution and avert further disruption.
Reports from Sydney say Broken Hill mines remain idle with only a few workers appearing at night. The strike action has halted all mining operations, signaling a widespread labor dispute across the region.
An influenza outbreak in Sydney caused seven deaths reported on Wednesday. Health officials warn of ongoing spread as hospitals monitor case numbers and communities seek precautions.
A Denmark Roads Board member protests a newspaper report of the board’s last meeting. He cites three inaccuracies in who moved or seconded motions and who served on committees, requests corrected coverage, and asks who the reporter “Carey” is.
At Forrest Hill Hall last Friday a successful euchre tournament and dance raised funds for local repatriation. The event continued with dancing nearly to midnight and refreshments served. Mrs. Copley and Mr Barker officiated. Mr M Bartett offered the position of MLC. The evening’s receipts totaled £314 and there was news of Mr Scaddan’s candidature and a meeting date for Forrest Gill.
The piece notes two Albany election candidates, both former Labor ministers, focusing on policy rather than personalities. It critiques development plans, payment sources, and the country’s financial stance, with references to international figures, war-era leaders, and local prospects, ending with a nod to harvest priorities and the path to Harvest Terrace.
The article outlines the Science and Industry journal from the Institute of Science and Industry, noting open access to scientists, and reports on eucalyptus paper quality, potash from lunite, and engine start methods. It covers mangrove tanning, leather, and the pastoral industry’s research focus, plus artesian water drawdown estimates affecting bore output.
The steamer Barrington Court arrived from Port Pirie at 6.30 am and was placed in quarantine before taking on bunker supplies. Henry Villa and Co. report the arrival. Two horsemen share a quip about runaway adventures, one claiming a two month layoff after fleeing with a horse, the other two years.
The U S Commerce Department in Melbourne notes Australian traders face confusion over FOB terms for New York shipments. It states exporters are not bound to pay extra charges, but this is not a legal ruling. Australians doubt the interpretation and seek clarity on who bears post‑shipment costs.
The piece cites unease over Bolshevik methods in Hasdia and Australia, warning that revolutionary appeals risk unbalanced masses, while advocating constitutional reform and adult suffrage. It notes land tenure chaos, famine warnings, antivivisection debates, and opposition to continued medical mask mandates.
The text criticizes profiteering pressure on buyers and hints at uneasy theories among "hege enetom" about apien Rare d ate. It notes that children rarely dream, with nightmares linked to indigestion, while healthy children sleep dreamlessly, and ponders how dreams should be suggested to children.
Shipping notes list arrivals and departures with coal bunkering at Albany. Vessels include War Bracken Believed quarantined then to Durban and War Vulture bound for Colombo. Other ships Fenchurch Oakfield Rhodesian Transport and War Anchuga schedule calls from Sydney Fremantle Adelaide Geelong London with troops and coal operations.
The East and West Clubs meet Saturday afternoon to set conditions for the season. New players join both sides while veterans return. Admission is 6d. Mr. W Johnson of goldilads will serve as central umpire. A team visits Waogin on June 2 and cadets from Katanning travel to Albany for a match. Start time is 3 o'clock and hopes rise for prompt play and good light. Rumor says J Shenfield may miss the season with the Norths.
Guidance on early potato planting says dry well drained ground is best and avoid flooding. Use formalin pretreatment to prevent Irish blight and soak seed about 30 minutes before drying and planting. For large tubers cut and dried or coated with charcoal. avoid rot after heavy rains. Varieties Carmen Up-to-Date and White Prolific recommended.
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