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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 17, 1927
Page
2
Notice shows nominations received for the annual election to be held Wednesday November 23 1927. Charles Horne Wittenoom is a mayoral candidate and Grasier Albany is listed as another nominee.
Notice of an extraordinary election to fill the West ward council vacancy caused by Dr. H A Henson resignation. Poll on November 23 1927 from 9 am to noon at Lower Town Hall Albany. Deputy Returning Officer Vincent James Duthie appointed by Mayor C H Witcomb.
A resident of Albany North Ward offers services as Councillor. He notes no prior municipal experience but pledges time to improve the town and ward. He asks voters to support him on election day and signs as Esrae Non. Vote Shannon.
A local Independent candidate pledges three years of service and time to safeguard North ward and town interests. He emphasizes freedom to express views without fear and progress for the community ahead of polling day on Wednesday November 23.
An Albany resident nominated to fill the intraordinary West Ward vacancy after Dr Henson retirement appeals to ratepayers for backing on polling day Wednesday November 23. Lambert endorses his candidacy and urges votes.
Notice states the Annan General Meeting of Ratepayers will be held in the Lower Town Hall on Tuesday November 22, 1897 at 7 p.m. C A Wittenoom Mayor, Town Hall Albany. November 17, 1897.
Tenders are invited for the purchase of a secondhand Rep 25 owt tabletop motor Jerry. Inspection may be made at the Group Settlement Garage, Denmark. Tenders must be enclosed in a sealed envelope addressed to Secretary Group Settlements, Perth. Tenders will be received up till November 30, 1927. The highest tender may not be accepted. Field Supervisor AAY.
Four room dwelling with kitchen and garden bearing fruit trees and fowl houses one mile from town. Apply Mrs M. Gerlon, Perth Road.
The article reports speeches warning about an inevitable war and naval rivalry, noting Sir John Bimon’s critique of government storage of mustard gas. It discusses the League of Nations as an unattainable hope and emphasizes the need for clearer eastern outreach about Western Australia. It also highlights concerns over Italian migrants taking employment and the economic impact of migration, urging preference for migrants from Britain over Southern Europeans and Latin countries.
The White Star Miner Vedic chartered by the Salvation Army will arrive in Albany with 188 migrants bound for Western Australia. Mayor Mr. HB Wittenoom will welcome the contingent at the Town Hall along with other leaders, marking the first chartered migrant voyage to Australia.
Nominations closed for mayor and ward seats in the North and West wards with Charles Hore Wittenoom unopposed for mayor. Nesbitt challenges in East, Leherer in West, and Gribble for auditor. North ward and a West ward vacancy prompt an election on November 23 at Town Hall with preferential voting 1 2 4.
The Albany sub-branch of the Returned Sailors and Soldiers' Imperial League met at the Soldiers' Institute. Mr. Thorn was elected secretary, funds from paymies and purk ers reached £9 14s, and the minutes praised Mr. Plumb for reviving the branch. The group urged state officials to assist ex-service men with unemployment and job notices, and discussed awards for long-serving members. A charity letter and local government work inquiries were planned.
A touring party from Albany and government officials visited Denmark for an Agricultural Society field day. They toured State Farm cattle and fodder operations, observed Guernsey herd quality, and discussed dairying prospects, sowing after burn, and diversified crops. Speakers highlighted past hardships, progress, and future expansion of pasture, silage, and land clearing.
Heente is a Money-Savine County tabcture. By adding unweetered water to a bottle of HERNZO you get a family quantity of medicine for colds bronchitis and influenza. It contains no drugs or pol aena and is harmless for scone and olf, FEENZO should be used as directed.
Geoffrey William Birdt aged 45 was found dead in a fish shop area of Crawley after leaving his home on Tarrema Street Nedlands at 4 am yesterday. Police report no signs of foul play and cause listed as suspected natural death.
A new clue in the Carlton shooting case of October 27 emerged as Constable Goode testified a revolver was found in the lover’s residence, suggesting a third person implicated. The inquest was adjourned until Monday.
Sir Robert Horne MSP will depart London for Australia on November 18. Former Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1921 to 1922, he serves as a director of the Suez Canal Company, Western Railway, Lloyds Bank, and the Commercial Union Assurance, among other firms.
London reports a planned nonstop flight from London to India by Captain McIntosh and Bert Hinckler. They aim to cover about 4000 miles and test extended endurance for long-range air travel.
The air ministry says there is no news of Captain Mar- Intowh and Hinckler who departed Upavon Tuesday afternoon on a stopover flight to India. A minor prot in mid Europe overnight, with snow further east, kept aerodromes on alert though no sighting of the machine has been recorded today.
Captain Kingsford Smith announced in San Francisco that he will bow out for Australia on December 8. The statement confirms plans for the return flight and ends weeks of speculation about his travel schedule.
In Bucharest on November 16 Manoleneo was acquitted by a three to two vote after a heated trial. Cheers erupted in the court and demonstrations followed, prompting armed patrols. The presiding leader of the Peasants' Party claimed Mandlexen and sons would force the army to seize government control.
The Princess Royal Sailing Club plans a season opener race in Albany with strong entries. Local yacht and launch fleet upgrades are noted, including new craft for Mr. Pannett and Mr. Morrison. A four cylinder Alisa crane engine is installed in Bwanors, praised for quality and power. The Strand venue, operated by Manen Bros, highlights modern improvements and a hygienic drink service for patrons. The White Star line service from Lie pool to Albany is due November 28 with 42 tons of passengers and mail.
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