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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 31, 1920
Page
2
Wines and an expanded range of oilskin goods and outerwear announced. Men's oilskins and silk oilskins in multiple sizes priced from 6d to 45s, plus boys and youths oilskins and souwesters. Duck overcoats, Perdriau waterproofs, Al-wool overcoats and more now available in Australia.
A Perth area meeting is reported with notes on soldiers yet to claim bonds and the need for prompt delivery to avoid congestion. Authorities outline bond collection, while Agriculture Minister Huxter approves a winter farmers course at Narrogin School for Vergion. A Fremantle court fines H M H Oxbon for multiple tax offences totaling £102. Acting Mines Minister Draper cites a Hulls Creek report of oil shale find near East Kimberley oil fields.
A heartfelt memorial expresses sincere remembrance for Alf Bryant, honoring his memory and noting he is forever remembered by friends and family.
A death inquiry into Thomas Johnson at Perth Public Hospital on May 10 prompted a murder warrant for 24 year old James Maher. The report also covers pension redactions affecting ex-soldiers and notes on wheat stocks and royal visit transport policies. A local court action involved forfeiture of seized kangaroo skins.
The Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade Band will meet at the fire station tomorrow night for a full muster of members. The notice urges all members to attend the session.
On Saturday morning at Parade Street ground North faced West in the second round of the Association competition. West won 62 to 26 after leading 26 to 9 at half time, with Angove and Cooper starring for West and Wheeler and Meyers among the few bright spots for North.
The Neeth gud Went first rates disposed of their fixture before the enlors fixture, surprising the Young Wents with a season first defeat. Northa used the ball better, especially in the third quarter, kicking three goals to clinch a five point victory. Best for the winners were Johnson Harris Finlay Call and Arawks worth. for the Wests O Conner Willi Brown Jennings and Pritehird stood out.
Western Australian football results from Saturday show South Fremantle defeating East Fremantle by a narrow margin. East Perth lost to West Perth, while South Fremantle and East Fremantle posted wins over their rivals.
In ideal conditions on Saturday Albion defeated Rangers 2 to 1 at Porth road ground to stay unbeaten. Symmons converted a late free kick after a reshaped Albion forward line, while Price had earlier opened for Rangers amid a tight contest.
Melbourne observes the naval review as Prince Philip visits with Governor General Sir Lionel Halsey and Rear-Admiral Grant. The training fleet from the Royal Australian Naval College led by the Wilen ELILA Franklin sails, with a 21 gun salute and a royal message of congratulations to the Navy Board and fleet.
The community mourns Benjamin Charles Brierley LP of Bongalup West Australia who died after a short illness in Albany on Friday evening. He arrived in the state in 1911 with his wife and five daughters, settled at Bangalup on the Frankland River in 1914, and suffered a severe kick to a farm horse about a year ago. The funeral was held at the Church of England with Archdeacon Lowel officiating. chief mourners included Mrs Brierley and their children. Messages and floral tributes poured in from friends and local figures.
A. E. Murray of Albert E. Murray and his family mourn the death of a husband and father after a prolonged illness. He died at home with his widow and two children left. The funeral was held Saturday at the Church of England cemetery with a brief service at Toho’s by the Redeston Louch. Relatives including the widow, parents, and brother in law C J Rawlings attended, and many friends sent sympathy and flowers.
Personal notices cover returns to Albany from London and America including Mr J Cowsen and Mr H E Lambert, with relief constable Alanson back from Ravensthorpe and Esperance. Others depart for England, America, and Perth. Wheat and oats mill returns from Canterbury Otago appear with weather and sea forecasts for the region.
In Collie the strike has ended with a settlement. All men returned to work this morning as engineers and engine drivers receive day rate increases aligned with recent shiftworker increases. Pending writs against some men were withdrawn by court permission.
Perth reports no train services yesterday due to the Col lin strike. Limited services are planned for Wednesday despite workers’ reduced hours, as coal supply concerns and industry impact linger.
Supreme Court writs seeking 1000 pounds damages were filed Saturday on behalf of Kerr, Baynet, and Flyum over alleged lies tied to payments of seven pounds weekly by the Mines Dispositions Commission, concerning the Barn Miner.
Goodwood Club hosts Saturday meet with a large crowd as Red Banner wins the Club Handicap at 2 to 1. Other results include Cambrian Rose second in the 7 furlongs class purse and Ethel M first in the six furlongs division, with Totalisator dividends reported for several events.
At Adelaide on Monday the City Handicap Aces the first day of the ABC winter meeting drew a large crowd. Anotto passed Marese in the final stretch to win by a head with Old Glory and Alacrity close behind. Mareco led earlier with Sir Mare, Pistolaria, Lady Anton, and Yoopina among the others. Time 1 min 28 seconds. Total dividends to helpers included Cry 156 and £2 15/..
London reports a night assault on Kilmallock police barracks where a 400 strong force held out five hours. The barracks burned after being set afire, two policemen died, a third was critically wounded, and possible Sinn Fein fatalities are suspected as telegraph and railway lines were cut isolating the town.
May 30 at Fontainebleau the King Alexander of Greens and Madame Maron were in a car that collided with a swerving vehicle. Count Dekorparion and his wife and children suffered serious injuries. The king and wife, both injured, aided victims before paramedics arrived. the king is a wartime nurse.
On Saturday the Albany Hockey Association competition moved forward as WAJMHSC beat Melville High School on Water-road ground by one goal to nil. The Melville club and High School tied 1 1 with a strong effort from both sides.
The fast open game saw En Avant defend smartly though cramped at times and Misa Lewis supply clever plays while Misa Sikes shot narrowly saved. Alec forwards led by Barnahan Siggs and Brearley pressed, with Ming Dempaster and May timing decisive as Alec won 1 0.
A British writer questions officials about paying royalties on opossum skins to ship to England. A motor journey brings the official to the door where a family demands more than simple information. The exchange ends with the official departing, leaving a vivid, recorded scene.
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