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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Oct 11, 1920

Page

2

Purvisse Albany Town Lot Tender Invited

Tender invites are issued for multiple Albany town lots with several lot blocks and subdivisions. The Department of 6 percent to a company and new tender procedures are noted, with all information to be received by five pence on Money in November. John Norman, secretary, Albany Moethrakes Chusrvl Trustees, c/o Norman Bros, Albercy.

Tenuerms Albany Town Athauige Tertern Evoh Techarchy Teocdure John Norman Jun Kenetary Albany Moethrakes Chusrvl Rusteés Norman Bros Albercy

Conan Doyle Visits Melbourne Stirring Literary Circles

Albany dispatch notes Conan Doyle's Melbourne arrival creating mild sensational interest. The piece contrasts Doyle with Hubert Lovin Stevenson, highlighting the author's modern vitality and potential influence on spiritualism, while detailing locals' fascination with his Holmes legacy and views on mysticism.

Iy Conan Doyle Melbourne Hubert Louin Stevenson Australia Conan Doyle Sherlock Holmes Bir Conn Doyle Heo Grenadier Bly Polbor

Unclear fragment discusses spiritualism and clothing symbols

The passage debates spiritualism versus Christian belief, noting garments and forms of communication between souls. It critiques Doyle and contrasts sensational table phenomena with higher morality, suggesting spiritual growth beyond material concerns.

Bir Conan Doyle Hui Thers

Local notices and auction results from Perth district events

Reports cover military affairs and local meetings in Perth with details of brigade thanks and plan for a demonstration. Royal Show results highlight Mr A J Collins winning several events in dog shows and a clearance sale of stock and machinery at Hartin's Siding with strong demand. A memorial graves notice and a wedding at Bruseph's Church conclude with good wishes and plans for Subiaco residence.

Mesary IL. Corry and Co HK. Corry Hartin’s Siding Ht. Coole Wilk

Albany Fire Brigade Band Practice and Local Administrative Changes

The Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade Band will practice at the Fro station tomorrow night. The Minister for Landers Mr Miabelly announced reopening of the district survey office in Albany with future survey matters handled there. The district surveyor will be stationed in Albany. The Parliament Select Committee on the Factories and Shops Bill arrived in Albany to take evidence at the local Courthouse and will reconvene tomorrow morning. J Seaddan is the Albany member and committee chairman. The Albany sub-branch of the Imperial League meeting was postponed due to the secretary’s absence.

Albany J.seaddan

Albany member aids parliamentary inquiry ties to Perth visit

The Albony member Mrs Sowaldon and neighbors of the Parliamentary Svlvoy Committee arrived from Perth yesterday to testify on the Shops and Fairs Bill. BK Hornett and Co. sent representatives after four weeks in Alloy. BK Everett underwent eye surgery in Perth last week and faces a week in hospital followed by two months of blindness before a possible second procedure to restore sight. Dr Du Morlet projected future eye restoration, with W Wheeldon traveling to Fremantle for a meeting with Murry arrival soon.

Albony Mrsl. Sowaldon Svlvoy Perth B.C. Liurnett Messrs BK. Hornett Aid (Co Werth Everett Porth Aodar Neeoori Pheee du Morlet W. Wheeldon Murry Bard Jufiur

Australia to Build Woollen Industry Through Private Enterprise

Proposals to grow Australia’s woollen sector rely on private enterprise rather than government control.Plans call for regional outfits to coordinate textile machinery and worsted production, aiming to cover about a third of domestic needs within 15 years, with capital allocations across states and large sums cited for project costs.

Australia Stirling Taylor Burea of Commerce and Industry Uni Aieh Klute Wailet Eta Vieforig Yuecensliniel South Australia Weet Aneteulia Hamm Weil

Plantagenet Rifle Club awards trophy in wind affected meet

Members of the Plantagenet Rifle Club competed Saturday for Mel Naismith’s trophy at 300 and 500 yards. Despite strong winds, A Prior led with 98 points as shooters posted several solid scores amid the challenging conditions.

Mel Naismith Dackson Farr

Municipal Library Warnings and Weather Forecast

A reader letter questions lighting the municipal library and funding cuts while proposing quirky council entertainments. The weather forecast predicts showers in the southwest and near Perth with improving conditions elsewhere and a south easterly wind.

Kendenup Estate Scheme Attracts Wide Interest In West Australia

Reports from Melbourne and Sydney papers note Mr C J De Garis promotes a major West Australian land development. Victoria shows strong inquiry from settlers, with plans for a sugar factory at Kendenup and De Garis pledging to devote much of his time to the West over five years.

C. J. de Guris Malbourne de Garis Hem Victoria Me de Garis Cgl- Uine Bouth-West W.A Desere Muffra Kendenup de Gorig

Central Cricket Club Names Officers At Mount Barker Meeting

The annual meeting at the Mount Barker Hotel elected officers including Patron FF Wolling President LS Squires and Captain W TH Young. Delegates were empowered to push for ground upkeep, a scoring board, and team allocations involving local estates and the three nearby teams.

Central Cricket Club Mount Barker A. E. Clarke FF. Wolling Presidiot LS. Squires Reddip Bennely Chas. Collin Cuuimittes C. E. Hutten Kendenup Football Association

Albany Tennis Club Mixed Doubles Tournament Lineup

The mixed doubles matches for the presidents trophy at Albany Tennis Club are listed with pairs and handicaps. Players include Mise Richardson, Mr Hytehin, W. Misa Kelso, Mr Kinley, Mise Field, Mr Norman, Miss C. Austin, Mr ouch man, Miss Lo Roghs, Mr Vaughan, Ming Downes, Mr W. J. Forte, Mise Sundberg, Mr Lindsay, Mins Offord, Mr Little, Miss Wheeldon, Mr Balston, Miss Playne, Miss Brown, Mr Augove, Mrs Hawkins, Mr Tangs, Miss E. Holland, Mr Oldfield, Mise R. Austin, Misa Bird, Mr Tuohy, Miss Broonhall, Mr Fridenus, Miss Thomas, Mr Prideans, Miss Harrahan, Mr Shannon, Miss Parish, Mr Harding, Miss Jones, Mr L. Forte, Miss B. Holland, Mr Vaughan, Miss Bungert, Mr Couchman, Mrs Greenwood, Mr W. T. Forte, with a bye noted.

Albany Mise Richardson Hytehin Eer W. Misa Kelso Kinleyside Mise Field Norman C. Austin Ouchman Lo Roghs Vaughan V. Ming Downes Mer L. Forte B. Holand Miss Bungert Couchman Mrs Greenwood W. T. Forte Ming

NSW Statistician says Marviney waved at end of war refory

A garbled report notes J Jackson faced £100 fine in Sydney on Thursday for alleged misuse of funds. Five assistants were reportedly involved, with further details unclear.

Mr Smith N.S.W J. Jackson Sydney

Queensland elections race seen with seat losses likely

Late news from Brisbane reports pre election forecasting with Nationalists at 11, Country Party 20, Labor 1 seated. In four electorates Mararoa Rosewood Kennedy Port Curtis anti-Labor prospects look hopeful while Toowoomba holds strong for Nationalists. The last Parliament had Labor 46 Nationalists 26.

Crisbane Nationalists Country Party Labor Mararoa Rosewood Kennedy Port Curtis Toowoomba

Ministers Return Assured in Election Preview

The article notes most ministers will return though risks exist for Mess Huahen s and Oillies. Minister of Mines Mr Jones resigned from the Legislative Council to contest Carnarvon and had been deleted by the Country Party.

Jones Legislative Council Carnarvon Country Party Andiinte

Premier Maintains Government With Three-Year Endorsement

The Premier, amid election questions, secures a labor majority and a lasting government. A renewed three year term signals continued support for the current policy.

Tarriff Reform Debate Splits Federal Supporters

In Melbourne ministers and supporters clash over Prime Minister Hughes handling of tariff reform. Some say he failed to press vigorous reform and warn duties may not be altered until well into next year, delaying any major policy shift.

Melbourne Hughes Seadon

Cabinet meets to discuss Senate rejection of Entertainments Tax Bill

At Tuesday’s cabinet meeting officials will review the Senate’s rejection of the Entertainments Tax Bill and consider next steps. The discussion centers on tax policy and legislative alignment.

Senate

Arrival developments awaited for Me Watt return

The return of Me Watt is anticipated with strong interest. Officials expect notable developments as matters proceed and Me Watt reembarks in the near term.

Me Watt Pamain

Indecent Dealing Case Ends in Mistrial at Perth Court

A. E. Bragne faced trial in Perth for indecent conduct with a girl in a picture theatre. After a 90 minute jury retire ment the panel failed to agree and was discharged. The story notes other local events including a Kalgoorlie hailstorm and a public service holiday proclamation.

Supreme Court Perth A. E. Bragne Kalgoorlie Haa Hyo Fremantle Retail Irnderg Bonner

Quarrel Fatality and Widespread Notices From Australia

Reported in Adelaide the Wheat Board sold 300 000 tons to Egypt with Australia’s share at 50 000 tons. A teacher Elles Corcoran killed near Tuntalooms Creek after being thrown from a car into a creek. A shooting near Cubbora left Kehmidike dead and John Martinge wounded. Queensland approves 100 000 pounds for war gratuity bonds. NSW Board of Trade raises wages by eight pence weekly. daily 16/2 hourly 1/6.

Cubbora Gulgong Kehmidike John Martinge Priva *Fising Commission Hrishuneha Asuse Adelaide Australian Wheat Board Egypt Australia Elles Corcoran Tuntalooms Creek Queensland New South Wales

Coal Crisis Stirring Appeal Averts Miners' Strike

The President of the Board of Trade Mr W E Horne made a stirring appeal to coal miners at Cidayow to avert a strike. The mere threat had deprived the country of profits amounting to millions of pounds sterling.

London Board of I'Trade W. E. Horne Cidayow

Promised Advance for Miners Tied to Output Rate

Mr Robert Smillie of the Miners Federation urges acceptance of a temporary wage advance of 22 weekly from October 1. He argues the move aids miners’ interests while production lags are blamed on owners, as leaders ask workers to use three months to secure a subductory agreement and test the owners’ role.

Robert Smillie Miners Federation

Proposal Supported by Miners in English Coal Districts

The majority of the Miners' seaders in the English Coal Districts back Mr Suille's proposal.

Mr Suille

French Express Collides With Goods Train At Houilles

A Paris to Nantes express collided with a goods train at Houilles causing four coaches to telescope. Thirty people were killed and about 100 injured. The disaster followed a goods engine breakdown as the driver prepared to switch teams to warn officials for the express to pass.

Paris Expres Nantes Houilles Houillon

International News and Early 1912 Market and War Reports

Foreign and domestic items note regular Australia service hopes and a Reading hearing denied for Pussyfoot Johnson after stink bombs. Prices fell to 100 cents a bushel for December corn and 85 cents for December wheat in new futures records. Petrograd battlefield losses include 400 sailors killed or wounded over two days. Russia tightens rail links with Lithuania following Polish peace. Canada enacts coal and fuel rationing. The Madras-Bangalore mail train wreck kills several and injures many. The American Red Cross commits half a million dollars for China famine relief. A Canadian tanker explosion claims five crew and injures many. U.S. population on January 1 stands at 106,683,108, up nearly 15 percent from 1910.

Goood Orient Lines Australia Pussyfoot” Johnson Americum Prohibitionist Reading Eng Petrograd Poland Lithuania Russia Canada Madras United States

Wages Agreement For Mount Barker Orchard Workers

An industrial wage agreement between Mount Barker orchard owners and the A W U outlines pay scales for workers over and under 14, with and without board and lodging, for February 20 to May 20 and the rest of the year. Rates include 3 12/ per week for older workers and 3 5/ for younger, with overtime at time and a half and 48 hours per week. Holidays list anniversaries and local observances such as New Year and Good Friday.

Mount Barker A.W.U

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