23 May 1921
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 23, 1921
Page
1
A column reviews current London style trends with emphasis on heavy bracelets, veils, cuffs, and long jewelry. It notes coats broadening from shoulders, absence of sleeves, and the push toward black and white toilettes while warning against impractical outfits and urging cautious dressing for propriety.
At the Mt Barker Tennis Club Ball on Wednesday evening elegant attendees modeled gowns in georgette crepe-de-chene and silk. Mrs Clarke and Mrs Kerr drew notices in blue silk and old gold lace while Miss Wright and Miss Lawson wore silver and creme ensembles accented with beads and crepe-de-chene.
A meditation on how generations treat younger people and the ritual of clothing. The speaker notes that past generations viewed dress as a solemn function and criticizes the indifference shown to those who wear different garments.
The Browns beat the Gold 4.12 to 1.2 in a district football contest. Nesbitt Atkins on, Nelson, Milne, Oliver, and Priced starred for Browns while Wightman and Prideaux guarded the match. The report notes support from local officials and a letter praising public work and mutual confidence.
In a hockey contest the Brown faction defeated the Green faction by four goals to nil. The Browns will meet the Greens in football next Thursday, while in hockey the Green and Gold will face each other.
The town faces mystery over Mr Poole's resignation as the half yearly ratepayers meeting approaches. Citizens seek clarity from the Mayor or town clerk on the development behind the move. Accusations of meddling by the Mayor and councillors are noted amid calls for open explanation.
The article argues for splitting Australia into smaller states, citing France and New York as parallels. It notes dangers of over-fragmentation, costs of cabinets, and the need for a balanced federal system while contrasting population and area figures with New South Wales and Tasmania. It ends with cautious observations on governance and taxation.
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