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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 06, 1919
Page
2
A Fine Selection of Hendersons famous millinery has just arrived, featuring stylish hats and headwear for the season. Local shoppers can view the new assortment and find hats suitable for daily wear or special occasions.
TO LET. Two or three furnished rooms in good locality. Use of plan o Apply to this office.
Albany dispatch reports debate on a price fixing bill before the Legislative Assembly. Officials argue the measure reveals no new solution and may curb dishonest price practices, while warning fixed percentages could hurt both buyers and sellers and blunt market dynamics.
The text argues against broad price fixing and protection schemes as failed wartime policy. It cites economists and politicians, noting price controls harmed workers and distribution, and calls to revert to first principles and individual market forces. It references Mr Rehe, Mr Rocke, Mr Praer Amith, Mr Watkins, and Mr Collier in Australian debates on regulation and the Constitution Amendment Bill.
Telegraph from Alling Chamber of Commerce president T. I. Harnett requests a port to yard be opened for navigation from Fremantle and Perth to Mbanise on October 1. Railway Commissioner notes agreement to the arrangement. Naval Athletic Entertainment Club members urged to attend a general meeting.
Timewell of Midhllrtan-road returns home after years of service. Mrs. Fred Thayne of Earl-street notes her son’s plan to sail to Australia aboard the Massy with hopes to reach Melbourne by October. The Mines Minister, appointed to review a tremble on the Wohin Cwetilin, arrived with officials and Hebrew representatives, then departed Port by morning train.
A meeting of the Eile is planned for Thursday night at Howvlck with 0 0 interest and members urged to attend. The Commonwealth liner Austral Pini now discharging in Surrey will sail west with about 001 long tons of cargo after Fre n tude, while meat contracts with the Imperial Government run to year end. Albany Cricket Association's print meeting is set for London Motel with a push to form a new cricket committee. Weather outlook suggests dry conditions and water shortages impact, with Rores for water affecting local properties. Great Southern shopfront reports Russ Anderson’s auction at West Victoria for premier breeding stock, including The Cur and The Model sheep, and upcoming sales by Messe Urns at Sutherland-wheel stock yards on October 11. A division over Esperance railway plans shows government aims to build it with some pretense of adjustments. A man named Dike faced charges over unlawful possession of anAilbin coat. a fine of £5 plus costs was imposed. Attention to an auction by Messe Urns on October 11 promises dairy cattle and Jersey crosses, with stock available for inspection during Show week.
Albany Butter Factory directors advised by Mr Seaddon approve using present stores for immediate operations. Aim to expand into fruit handling for small growers with capital of £1200 to manage 10 000 cases, enabling farmers to subscribe to shares first. If undersubscribed, public may buy, with operations expected to start within a month.
A Saturday rifle shooting event at Poteet Kite Club faced steady wind and changing light. Bruce, Peel and McLellan tied for first with 44 points each, while a spoon prize from Mr. Taylor was awarded and a fair turnout of members participated.
Members of both parties in the Federal Parliament describe the new Amending Bill as complicated and difficult to understand. Some doubt the proposed canting system will achieve the measure's intended objective.
A denmark notes report on a Friday meeting of the Repatriation Committee chaired by G A Flunence discusses plans to clear 30 men from each holding, with pasture conversion and a total around £900. Ten blocks shown at West Denmark and a nearby railway connection planned. Lt Take, wounded in France, returns as educational officer to the timeapart Miltiades, welcomed by locals before transfer to Weidedowa.
Telegram dispatch notes scarce influenza cases during the weekend with minimal new infections and limited hospital data from Perth Mutully. The brief entry cites only a few reported illnesses and offers no further details on mortality or public health actions.
Senator Leach pressed Controller Clarkson about interstate steamers bypassing Albany with judecagers and congo due to scarce tonnage. Clarkson said shippers’ limited capacity prevents full service. Karoola Katoomba Zeylandia will join WA trade when ready. Mylaim sails from Sydney to Albany October 14 per Mr Barell.
The yearly eight hours demonstration on Saturday drew many attendees. Festivities ran through the day with sports and a banquet that night featuring Queensland Premier Mr. wun. In a speech he criticized four years of government curtailing liberty and profiteering, arguing the state could control the cost of living if business was led by the government.
Private Harry Cowden son of the late Mr H Cowden of Short Street Mbuny wed Miss Bates daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Bates of Birmingham in a purely military ceremony at St John’s Church of England. Archdeacon Louch officiated as bride entered with her escort and wore champagne crepe de chine and tulle. The groom’s best man was Corporal Fred Jennings and a wedding breakfast followed at Mr S Minechin’s home with many gifts and congratulatory messages. A separate note says Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade will hold a charitable dinner and games at the lower Town Hall with prizes for a bowling tournament.
The Helena Vile Roving Club held a meeting on Saturday with good weather and engaging racing. About two miles of events were reported and results listed for attendees.
The bulletin details race results at Randwick with class plates and handicap outcomes. Wolarol wins the Epsom Handicap at odds 7 to 1 while Richmond Main and Artilleryman dead heat for Derby place. Betting tallies and dividend figures accompany each event.
Government states transport talks fail as Railwaymen's Executive rejects arbitration. Workers’ representatives claim a settlement has been reached during the conference.
A well attended meeting at the Park Hotel discussed reforming the Central Cricket Club. Officers include Captain A B Clarke and Vice Captain P Burston with a committee of Clarke Burston, Button, Moser, Bennett Davies and Atkinson. The club aims to join the Mowato Market Cricket Association and features a balance of £922 2s. Personal news notes Sergt Bright returns from abroad with family in Perth.
The report notes the Fiune blockade was relieved as French and American parties left Spalate. Italian troops remained at Woogenellap with Mr Pugna as guests while the post office service resumed and relief arrangements continued.
Official notice states that the government has taken all necessary measures to address the present crisis. The report notes readiness and swift response to the evolving situation in London and surrounding areas.
Limited passenger trips planned for Monday with focus on goods traffic as services thin out. Describes reduced scheduling and potential impact on provincial routes and travel times.
A conciliation committee, after a lengthy conference with the executive, returned to London with the aim of renewing negotiations. The deputation plans further interviews tomorrow and hopes to reunite government representatives with the opposing side’s leaders.
London December 5 Mr A Henderson MP warns of a near term settlement as the committee chairman believes a resolution will be reached within 24 hours. He notes progress in the discussions and urges patience while talks continue.
An upbeat mood sources reports that negotiations between labor leaders and government officials are progressing toward a possible agreement. A meeting with Mr Linyd George was planned to discuss developments and secure a path forward.
Mr J W Thoms general secretary of the National Union of railwaymen at a London conference issues a statement regretting the failure to reach a settlement. He says the rail executive could not persuade the men to accept the offered conditions while trade unionists remain in session. They may seek another meeting, possibly with the Prime Minister.
London reports Denikin has rapidly closed the gap toward Moscow and is within about 20 miles. Minor clashes occur between Denikin and Petliura forces in the Ukraine as the week’s notable development in the Russian front.
London report describes deteriorating Dalmatian coast tensions with fighting near Boulate between German Croatian forces and Malin troops, amid alerts on both sides and casualties suspected as a grim European crisis deepens.
Armistice lines were crossed and prisoners captured as forces clashed in the front. Loyal Sorbian troops reportedly fell into enemy hands amid ongoing fighting in the contested sector.
Women join the fighting on both sides, taking ranks with men and showing notable bravery. A Serbian soldier reportedly killed an old Italian woman after a political dispute, stabbing her with a bayonet in front of others.
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