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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 06, 1924
Page
2
The Municipal Council announces a borrow to be raised by debentures for a total sum of e100 and a deposit equal to 10 percent of the debenture value. Debentures are to be tendered for inspection at the Town Jetty. Tenders close at noon on Monday, November to be entered.
A damaged notice states that several head of LIRY have been impounded in the Read Board Van and must be claimed within three weeks from October 20, 124. It names Williams, ofo Mra, Allen, Welsh wtret, Denmark, Danmark as involved.
A November issue letter contrasts Australian roads with American and British systems, criticizing Commonwealth road funding and maintenance. It urges enforceable maintenance requirements on federal aid and highlights the Perth road from Checkerup to Albany as needing urgent repair to aid locals and visitors.
North Ward Football Club reports its annual social event with omissions in the presented artist list. The orchestra section was incomplete, noting the missing performances of Messrs W. Prost and colleagues.
Albany residents attend a busy afternoon at the Town Hall with the Albany Agricultural Society show opening. Premier Wansbrough officiates, praising exhibitors in vegetables, flowers, and crafts while a Malville Orchestra program entertains. Authorities urge men to join the 4th Battery A.G.A. and prepare for a forthcoming camp.
A woman died early Monday after a brief decline despite medical help. Pneumonia was listed as the cause. Funeral held Monday afternoon at the Church of England cemetery with Rev E T A Wightwick officiating. Remains laid to rest with mother sisters and brothers among chief mourners. Floral tributes and sympathy messages poured in from relatives and friends. An unrelated note to owners of vehicles warns of council action for unlocked wheels. Licences for vehicles dogs and trades due by November 11, 1024. Volunteer Fire Brigade meets tonight to nominate officers for the year. Katoomba dance organized by Albany Men’s and Ladies Athletic and Burial Club set for Tuesday night at Naval Drill Hall. Women’s Tortitude committees begin cribbage and euchre tours at Soldiers’ Institute Mondays at 8 pm from next Monday November 10. Six-night series offers nightly prizes and an aggregate prize.
Bert Gibson returns from Perth with a new Reo motor bus to operate day and evening routes to Middleton Beach. The Rev bus seats 96, offers upholstered seating, and charges ninepence each way with bookings via the driver. Start is planned for Saturday with a detailed timetable from the Church of England corner and additional runs on weekends. The Sunday service begins in early December.
A letter to the editor urges urgent repair of Port road from Albany to Obockor to handle Sumner season traffic. Business leaders, residents, and the mayor are urged to organize a working group to fill holes with local labor and materials, enabling weekend motorist access and a smoother town visit.
A recent meeting of the Mbauy Boy Scouts Association discussed preparations for the Southwest rally at Narrogin from December 21 to January 1. Officers named include Mr. A. Witenom as vice-president and Mr. H. Milne as secretary, with plans for headquarters repairs, bank funding, and a new district constitution pending approval.
The Albany branch of the British and Foreign Bible Society met at Albert Hall Yong street Monday evening. Rev A J Pry gave an address with later views as Ven Archdeacon Louch presided. Attendees included city public, choir performances, and reports on outposts and education in India. Officers and committee members were elected for the ensuing year. A benediction closed the meeting.
Rainfall for last month set a record with 30 points across four wet days. October 1023 logged 213 points for 17 wet days and year-to-date tally reached 3377, still eight inches behind last year. Central Cobh Maeting and a match at Pantagenst Park highlight a busy period for Barker clubs with resignations discussed and a plan to reconvene Friday. Empire Theatre hosted a Scout evening with thanks to all who helped, including the District Scoutmaster for ticket purchases and support.
In Fremantle the court revived the decision against the seamen of the Volume RM. The judge sentenced the men to 14 days imprisonment. Defence counsel Mr Lane immediately filed notices of appeal and bail was arranged. The charge against Mr Houghton, secretary of the Reanneny Union, for attempting to persuade the crew to neglect duty, was adjourned awaiting settlement.
The Minister for Mines said Cabinet has decided to pay and distribute funds in line with the High Court ruling on Ravensthorpe smelters litigation. Justice Burnside’s verdict for the pretibiniters was partly upheld by the High Court, with the amount involved between £40,000 and £5,000.
Shipping firms in Adelaide faced continued disruptions as stevedoring companies again refused to load or unload vessels. Wharf laborers held to a schedule with no work before 4 am and after 6 pm, causing ships to lie idle. Western states ports are also short on crews or laid up due to the strike.
Victoria condemns the Waterside Workers Federation action suspending Victorian branches, calling the move unconstitutional. A Geelong waterside worker argues the federation is not taking the suspension seriously and questions compliance with legal standards.
Steamer Ferndale faced sailing delays as stewards signing on unexpectedly quit, citing Walker quotations and infections. Strike caused work easing at noon yesterday as Casmedicos prepared to send a crew replacement on another ship through the shipping labor bureau.
In a chaotic report the Moreton Bay boycott prompts Brewards' University to seek volunteers to support a vessel. The captain hopes for a bo pay as crew resist changing duties amid uncertain conditions. Doom shadows the efforts as stewards and members struggle to align the contrasts driving the boycott.
South Australia posted 118 and 193 to set Victoria a 291 run target. Victoria were 116 for one with Ponsford on 58 and Woodful 34, as the wicket deteriorates and nine wickets remain.
The Engiah Keven side touring Australia will start their first match at Adelaide Oval tomorrow facing South Australia. The social team strive for the post week while awaiting outcomes. Josiah Norman of Crosastras’ submitted the lowest tender to Pablo Works Department for Albany Forts and barrocks renovation.
Signor Marconi arrives in London after three months aboard his yacht where he has been developing a beam system for efficient telegraphy over distance by day and night.
After the cabinet meeting yesterday, Mr. Jamiay Macdonald traveled to Buckingham Palace to tender his restoration. Mr. Stanley M. Baldwin, Leader of the Opposition, returned to town and was summoned by the King to form a government.
A railway disaster at Lytham killed twelve people and injured forty seven as wreckage lay beneath carriages. A Liverpool message cites a tyre coming from a front wheel of the engine as the cause while the train traveled at a speed of about ten miles per hour.
Ten men were entombed following a rock fall at an Iran ore mine in Cumberland. Rescue workers, aided by a frantic crowd, heard a call stating the trapped men were wet and uninjured. Nine of the captives are married. authorities fear their condition may worsen soon.
The Admiralty authorities told the Australian Press Association they are confident the works for the Singapore naval base will resume shortly, noting the suspension has not disrupted the plans.
In Parma on November 5 the Chamber of Deputies debated rule changes. Two deputies rushed the tribunal, each claiming priority and refusing to withdraw. The dispute became a test of confidence, but the government secured a majority and ended the incident.
New York dispatch notes the weather favors major candidates and frames the presidential race as nearing a conclusive result. It states supporters expect Charles Dawes to win, with Democratic papers conceding Calldge's victory.
Miss Fred Maud Chuck of Albany married Edward J second son of Mr and Mrs H Penter at the Methodist Church on Saturday week. The bride wore cream perpetual and lace with a wreath of crane blossoms and lilies while the bridesmaid Edna Penter wore a pink roses and fern frock. Best man Barry Penter. Reception at Mrs H Penter’s home with wedding breakfast and gifts for the newlyweds. At Katanning trotting meeting Powell was disqualified for life after refusing to allow a Goldfields rider to handle a mare. the stipendiary’s ruling ended hopes of a clean sport.
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