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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 04, 1923
Page
2
Capt. Dougine will wait for Hopetoun and Espeesasce Tuesday as the Gtata Shipping Service continues trade along the South-East coast including Hopetoun Kaperance and Eucla with destination notices and timetable adjustments.
Tenders invited and will be received until Monday the 9th October at the Town Hall Albany for debentures of 100 each or multiples as whole or part. Interest six percent per annum, half yearly. a sinking fund provided with redemption after ten years. Deposits required by tenderers. further information from Town Clerk W B Tookdate.
Municipal authorities announce removal of nuisances and rubbish within the municipality with a Friday deadline for action. Nominations for the Albany ARAT contest in the Legislative Assembly are due by Thursday November 1 1908. Subdivision of Albany Loadle on Ines Street and Barguyne Fined is outlined with invitations to apply to the District Survey Office.
Bas Ward electors are urged to vote. candidate pledges best attention to district needs and strives to win public confidence with his views. Polling day October 15. Wanted enrollers with experience. apply at once Fremanms Buxtable. In memory of Croll Huxtable, born October 4, 1917, kin to a brother.
The fragmentary excerpt discusses the Anderson Report findings on price spreads between producers and consumers. It questions whether a single factor behind price divergence exists and notes a trust-directed influence on price levels. It hints at the debate over fair allocation of sales and production data.
The piece argues that rising transport and storage costs inflate food prices and profit, urging smaller cities to compete and improve joint markets. It notes Erie Railroad pier downsizing in Manhattan and calls for just price policy to stabilize living standards, wages, and efficient delivery from producer to consumer.
The article describes the Woollen Mills undertaking in Albany, detailing management roles, construction plans, and anticipated operational changes. Mr. Hinks leads arranging for mill construction, with Chambers supervising company work and Albany directors coordinating, while the Perth head office remains active for business management. The piece emphasizes potential prestige, stability, and financial scrutiny for shareholders and the town.
The Royal Commission investigating the Navigation Act will meet in Albany on October 11 in the afternoon and October 12 to take evidence. A man named Maddipl, an Aboriginal, faces a shooting with intent charge and was remanded after being brought to Albany from Tuimbellup. The Albany Water Board bylaw change allows supplying water to larger services under a special arrangement, aiding the woollen mill. The Bishop of the Diocese visited Albany and conducted confirmations and services at St John’s Church and nearby.
The article describes large congregations at Sunday morning services and a full church, with the bishop officiating and a sermon about new church windows. It notes a Monday night gathering at Sidow Ephs School and plans for Friday dances to raise funds for ten courts, plus a program at the Empire Theatre featuring Lucky Dan and Robinson Crusoe. It also mentions Paramount's Singed Wings and a local candidate seeking a road board seat in Mumgrup with prior film work and ties to Necrikus Primary Producers.
The department issued a detailed schedule effective October 1 setting new rates for letters, letter cards, post cards, commercial papers, printed papers, and newspapers. It introduces reduced charges within the Commonwealth and for British Empire destinations, with specific per ounce and per item changes and a cap on combined newspaper packages. The changes include reductions across several classes and apply to items like envelopes, registration envelopes, and catalogs.
A telegram reported by the mayor lists Albany Woollen Mills as seeking directors for WAL Worsted and Woollen Mills. The message directs preparations for a general meeting on November 2 to approve dividends and the balance sheet with the directors elected and documents presented.
Professor Barker of Lend Muglaid spoke at a Pan Pacific Congress on textile education. He warned Australia may not fully grasp wool industry leadership and urged careful policy to balance growers, manufacturers, and empire interests.
Albany friends celebrate the appointment of Amy Pearson as matron of Busselton Government Hospital after her rapid progress in Perth. The Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade plans a monthly meeting to discuss demonstrations and other business.
The secretary reported arrangements for a meeting of Barker club members with ground improvements and race night plans. Rainfall in September set a local record, while race events and a concert from the Hainlow Entertainers were discussed for December. preparations include subs, weights, and entries.
Speakers at the Economic Conference highlighted development possibilities for Empire trade, noting raw materials availability for Britain. Mr. Massey urged preservation principles in trade and migration, hoping a satisfactory imperial solution emerges before concluding.
Turmoil erupts as Nationalist party demands representation in the ministry. Deputies threaten a no-confidence motion while ministers face internal dissent and reshuffling rumors amid the late news crisis.
An official patrol crushed the Koester uprising swiftly. About 1,400 rebels were captured and the insurgent leadership eliminated. The event ends with authorities asserting control and warning against further resistance.
Madrid reports show a Directory issued decree cutting civil and military pay by 26 percent and reducing all branches of government. Editors note peaceful conditions under the new regime with strikes ended and a campaign against unscrupulous tradesmen as food prices begin to fall.
The New York Sun comments on Australia’s approach to immigration for selective settlement, noting rapid population growth and reforms to prevent slave or forced labor. It praises Australian vital statistics and links New Zealand and Britain to civilizational standards in the South Seas.
Dritigher murdered near Loralai by Wuair a Ghaxisan in the Indian medical service era. The Imperial Conference in London opened with Stanley Baldwin stating a world Commonwealth unites nations and shares burdens as empire trade and development are discussed. Speakers emphasized Britain’s aim to secure raw materials and a cooperative future among empires.
Kalgoorlie report notes Water Supply Department workers strike disrupting Eastern Guldiwlds premptive work. Water to be cut after 9 am, shutdown of most operations at midnight except for plant cleanup. Mining firms warned Brewood supply may be curtailed until further notice, risking numerous workers' livelihoods.
Water supply for the Hullfinch area was interrupted yesterday due to a tank issue. Authorities report repairs are underway to restore service to affected residents.
The Perth disputes committee met yesterday to discuss a wage dispute. Neither side yielded a clear result after hours of talks as the union opposed proposals to alter shift lengths and pay scales. The men argued that extra half rate for four hours a week amounted to a pay cut.
At Kalgoorlie court Norman Harris received a months imprisonment for involvement in gold theft. He gave notice of appeal and was admitted to bail.
The Federal Council of the Australian Natives' Association endorses export quality branding with a Made in Australia mark. Delegates plan to present the proposal to the Federal Government and push policy supporting afforestation across states.
The commissioner reported no realm or consideration found in the remittance of £1000 from Javea to Deane. Edward Mitchell, Royal Commissioner, found the transfer intended as a genuine investment. A private dinner for 40 to 61 Prime Minister staff members was tendered yesterday.
Sydney report of a 13 year old girl Dorothy Hiley killed while attempting to cross a railway line at Mudgom. The train driver made a desperate stop but could not prevent the fatal collision.
The Heaydon case, before Soke Court, involves Alfred Renest Heaydon linked to his wife Gertrude Mable Heaydon’s death amid alleged illegal actions. He awaits trial on an accessory before the fact charge as tenders close Monday for debentures totaling £3000 for Wasllpay work tendered at the Town Hall.
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