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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 04, 1926
Page
2
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Albany town invites tenders for the supply of firewood to the Electric Light Station returnable by 5 p.m. on Monday November to the town clerk's office J Duthie Town Clerk Albany October 20 1026
A candidate for the North Ward announces intent to stand for the forthcoming annual elections. He pledges to promote Albany and the North West if elected, signing with sincere regards.
Albany November 1 1926 a candidate nominated for West Ward vacancy after prior defeat by a small city. The speaker pledges to watch ratepayer interests faithfully if elected in this municipal election.
Elder Smith and Co Limited announce an auction of Forrest Mill bred ewes and cattle from Forrest Hil west of Mount Barker. Sale includes 100 ewes aged 24, 200 ewes aged 3 years, 400 wethers aged 3 years to sound mouth, 10 cattle and 10 steers, plus 12 light horses and 10 head mixed cattle. Auctioneer Andrew Muir Enquist. Perth and Katanning offices.
A report on a Monday meeting debating federal tariff aims both to raise revenue and shield local industry. Speakers argue protection may distort development, noting Cobden Bright era influence and the shift under federation and state interests.
Local and General Wire notes say Albany Rifle Club members will dispose of the second McComish with a total of DQ readings. Constable Cone received a transfer notice to the now viation at Salmon and t ee Neanney street. Albany Grand ALP meetings call for full attendance at 8 o clock Monday night and progress on cant shares. Albany Student Successful. The Victorian Government exchange scheme brings Mr Stan Ruel to New Zealand for six months with a colleague.
In Albany the upcoming nominations for mayoral and ward seats stir interest with Dr Scanlon indicating no opposition in East Ward. Figures in West and North Wards outline contests as candidates announce campaigns while local church and railway concerns draw attention. A central school hall meeting seeks to form a town life saving and swimming club with aim to train youth and provide Sunday activities.
A ratepayer letter urges the town to approve a loan for Middleton road construction, arguing visitors bring money and that locals deserve a fair deal. Petition signers push for a referendum amid concerns about road delays and traffic impact on property owners and the town economy.
The West Albany Football Club hosted a gala evening with decorated halls and tables laden with food. President A B Brow led the gathering with chairs and club representatives from East and North divisions, while Merrifield and Rigby addressed the attendees and praised the board's work and future Carnival plans in Albany.
The Mount Barker district awaits the laying of the foundation stone for a new Saint Church building by Governor Sir William Campion with the Bishop of the South West and Rector E.K. Arun dell among guests. Local clubs discuss trophies and show plans as the annual show nears, with displays promised from across the state and a dedicated trophy case proposal.
On October 23 a lively dance was held in the local hall under the auspices of the Netrikup Cricket Club. Music by Miss Webr and MC Mr Steele kept guests amused as the NCC aims to host more events this season.
Mr W Banks Amery representative of the British Government on the Migration Commission said on his arrival yesterday that he is impressed by Australia’s potential to support a larger population. He emphasized a policy goal of extending white settlement and expanding an all British Australia.
Three thousand bales of wool for shipment are held up as 500 wool storemen refuse to work. Port Adelaide saw 660 storemen in dispute with the union. negotiations continue with no progress as a conference stalls. Coastal cargo lay exposed on the wharves overnight and got damp from rain.
An urgent cable reports three Australians killed by cannibals in Nekanai district New Britain Bismarck Archipelago. One prospector missing presumed dead another injured and recovering. A punitive expedition deployment referenced as authorities seek tactful handling of the ferocious cannibal group.
Brisbane judge laments bias as he delivers judgment in a matter raised by Warwick. Alexander Larfeld, age 22, faced allegations tied to forged cheques and credit in a Warwick bank. The case reveals a startling dispute over custody and financial misappropriation.
The Denmark district dairy and pastoral society fixes the annual field day for Saturday November 13 to avoid clashing with the Mount Barker show. Albany Town Five and Brigada Tire plan to attend with a Bre station event tonight. Firewood orders and further details to be sent to the town clerk by 1 o'clock Monday night.
At the Hotel Cecil the League of Nations Union held a dinner for delegates to the Viscount Grey of Fallodon. Key speakers urged maintaining strength to deter aggression and uphold the covenant while praising allied observance. Guests included the Earl and Countess of Clarendon and other notable figures.
The Seamen's Union ballots against an embargo, led by secretary Havelock Wilson, urged workers not to expect strikes for the next five years. Baltic sailors vow to warn and resist government pressure as war mood and propaganda are debated among crews.
In Paris on November 3 a congress of about 200 provisional dancers including an Australian delegate condemned the Charleston and voted it should be toned down. Herr Bebwatls Sorlayshay announced the Charleston might never become more than a minor dance and appealed to medical experts to support his view.
The local St Johns Ambulance Brigade held a meeting at Berdeke Oversans discussing annual plans. Questions about membership, a pass for brigade members, and interviewing doctors were raised, with next steps assigned to Mr Milne and the superintendent.
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