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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Oct 11, 1923

Page

2

Tender notice for public works and plans in Alloa region

The Forestry Department tender call invites bids for works across Hamill ovinprining Alavi 1,1 area including North West at Allens and Upper Royalty. Officials warn bids must align with municipal storage and prepare detailed plans and specifications.

Meares Perth Mall Sitat Allens Uppet Royelty Keventa Eudentur Lifluri Athans

Bereavement Notice From Luck Family Thanks Friends

Me and Mee Hl Luck and family express heartfelt thanks for flowers cards and sympathy received after the loss. Special thanks to Dr Ingoldby Mrs Cullina and Mrs W Cooper of Mount Barker for their kindness during the bereavement.

Ingoldby Cullina W. Cooper Mount Barker

Empire trade policy debate at Penh conference aims for imperial protection

A mixed report from the Penh Chambers of Manufactures conference discusses increased protection for imperial trade, domestic industry, and tariff readjustment. It notes Australian manufacturers push for self reliant, high protection, and wonders about empire wide trade integration versus federation trade barriers.

Australia London Commonwealth India South Ames Corda Britain Chamber of Manufactures United States Austradia Haw England

Albany civic events mix with politics and security

The Albany scene features naval visits by HMAS Melbourne and HMAS Hobart with balls, drill hall dances, sports, and a Returned Soldiers League meeting. Political notes discuss Dr. Page and Mr. Hughes amid New State movement tensions, while police trace missing prospectors near Norseman and Cooper.

Mixed local and general notices from early colonial times

Local price reductions for tea and curry are discussed along with the Adelaide Steamship Company cargo steamer Turevola scheduled to sail from Newcastle to Albany via Sydney and Melbourne. A missing wallet incident involving Sir Allan F Everett is noted, while Fremantle Naval authorities issue unclaimed Royal Naval medals and a Royal Commission on industry relations arrives in Albany on a morning train.

Associated Steamship Owners Adelaide Turevola Albany Vesee Newcastle Sydney Melbourne Allan F Everett Imperial Conternae Wallat Orvisto Fremantle Royal Australian Naval Brigade iv Ws Naval Staff Office Royal Commission Renmers W. L. Duoran H. EB. Blott McHugh Messrs F. Ander GE. Yates A. Seabrook Mel Pooh

Chamber of Commerce Meeting on Albany Trade Issues

The Albany Chamber of Commerce discussed freight and telegraph constraints affecting regional trade. Debates focused on linking State Steamship Service with Eastern Lines, port facilities, and the impact on Albany and Bunbury shipments, with officials asked to pursue a readjustment of tariffs and schedules.

Worsley Farmer Meeting and Chamber Delegation

Deranged fragments describe a meeting between Westerlinn Farmers and the chamber’s delegate. Mr Dickson was asked to represent the thonker, with correspondence forwarded by Mr L.9. Darnett. Sir Henry Jones was invited to hear views on expansion of frit 0 Kuroja and the Australia trip, with a meeting planned around October 17.

Bunbury Faulkner Westerlinn Dickson Darnett Howth Barker Henry Jones Australia Sophocles Alang Kuroja Milter

Inter State Trade Debate at Manufactures Conference

A Australia wide debate at the Australasian Chamber of Manufactures meeting in Port provided no barrier policy. Mr Lewin argued for equal treatment and tenders without preference while Dr Rex opposed, citing local factory protection and price dumping. Speakers from New South Wales and Victoria clashed over the ideal tender process and protection of local industry.

Porth EP. Lewin Vie Amtradia H. J. Rex EK. M. Maithins Nas.w NAW NASW N.S. W Meanie Kerr Allen Australia Law Victoria Adetralla

Albany best suited for woollen mills say Chamber

A report discussed by the Albany Chamber of Commerce argues Australia should export wool rather than test it domestically. A local data committee found Albany most suitable for woollen manufacturing due to climate, with 72 percent humidity over 20 years, about 2 percent below ideal.

Albany Chamber of Commerce Australia Melbourne F. L. Williams Um Walt Yorkshire Bghind Chamber of Commeres Great Britain Albany

Royal Agricultural Show Draws Record Attendance

Record turnout at the Royal Agricultural Show opened in fine weather with 4055 through the turnstiles and gate receipts of £402. Inside the arena horses cattle and thoroughbreds showcased in grand display as spectators filled the stands.

Thureday Royal Agricultural L Uw Royal Society

Yarra Flood Threat Across Adjacent Lands

Melbourne reports heavy rain causing the Yarra to rise in recent weeks. In Heidelberg and Ivanhoe, low lying areas are already inundated with water rising three feet, and officials fear worsening floods as upper reaches swell. Residents brace for ongoing danger to homes.

Melbourne Thurney Heidelberg Ivanhoe

Arncliffe Vigilants Set To Enforce Silent Justice

Sydney reports the Arncliffe Vigilants formed after a crime wave pledge to act in offences against women and children if police fail. They deny Ku Klux Klan ties but vow their own court of secret punishment and silent action. A meeting was called after a man in Hanksia was accused.

Sydney Hanksia

Inquiry urged into Kendennup deals by Legislative Assembly

The Legislative Assembly approved a motion calling for a Royal Commission to investigate the Kendennup Fruit Package WA Development Co and the Dy Gare Kendendup Development Co. over possible misrepresentation and other issues affecting debenture holders and shareholders. Premier Sir James Mitchell pledged a full, lawful inquiry with utmost transparency for Kendennup settlers.

Legislative Assembly T. J. Hughes Kendesup Fruit Packag Dy Gare Kendenup W.A Kendonup Jamon Mitchell

Albany Ladies Club Plans Change to Wednesday Meetings

The Albany pohone and social club committee met at the Naval Drill Hall on Tuesday to rename and reorganize the senior and junior clubs. The senior group will shift to Wednesday evenings, with a December recess planned, and a complimentary medal event on October 20 with invitations for one friend each member.

Albany Jathlett Naval Drill Hall Afl

Imperial duty proposals on foreign fruit imports debated

A London notice outlines proposals by the Government regarding a duty of 10s 6d on dried fruits imported from nonEmpire regions and a duty on Empire grown fruit. It suggests free admission for Empire products that meet first‑class standards, reflecting a shift in trade policy.

London Detwily

Overseas Settlement Committee Report At Topevial Economia Conference

A Topevial Economia Conference session formed a committee to study the whole question of overseas settlement. The aim is to devise a profitable scheme by investigating small settlements and related issues, with an emphasis on public profitability and practical implementation.

Wn Oatablics

Bruce Speech Calls Empire Market Drive After War

Mr Bruce’s remarks, widely covered in morning papers, urge practical action to secure Empire markets. He cites the war’s aftermath and urges changes in ideas to develop Empire resources and expand markets for produce, noting thousands of young men sacrificed for the Empire. He stresses decisive policy to unite commerce and empire.

Dominion Prime Ministers at Buckingham Palace Dinner

His Majesty the King will host the Prime Ministers of the Dominions at a dinner at Buckingham Palace on Thursday evening.

Dominions Buckingham Palace

War Cemetery Desecration Reported in Constan tinople

By Turkish roughs in Constantinople many graves at the war cemetery were desecrated. Fourteen crosses were disturbed. Police were notified but did not act. The British diplomatic representative pressed the Turkish government, which expressed regret and suspended the officers involved. A military guard was stationed at the cemetery.

London Qetuber Albertae Constantinopis Aly Etery

Murder of a Newsboy and Other London News

London reports the hanging of Mrs Newell, who murdered a twelve year old newsboy and was seen wheeling the body in the street. She faced the scaffold unblinchingly as officials called her the most Hologwoman they had ever seen. Also noted, the mercies of Admiral Bir Dudley de Obsit as Governor of New South Wales are officially announced. An Australian Press Association interview quotes the admiral on his new role and responsibilities. Haig looks forward to duties in a new country, forming friendships with Australians met in various parts.

Albany Chamber of Com Williama Mary Kaupirete Tayt Josey Du'loek Pert Su Wun Srowar Wiltwun Murris Hughes Page New State Dr. Page Commonwealth Amd Uter Iran William Hughes Wioderaw May Aves Min Alon Mrs Hughes der. Burte Page Hughes House of Pepnenen Cortine Tai Hughes Stiles Ducheses Eletor Alvorge Fullen Karke Page 8. M. Brose London Bir Dudley de Obsit New South Wales Sid Wes Haig

Irish figure de Valera urged NY mayor to intercede

The acting Mayor of New York, Mr Hulbert, was urged to intervene on behalf of De Valera amid protests and banners calling him the George Washington of Ireland. Readings sought to maintain order while tensions grew. Resignation of Lieutenant M. A. Wilson of the 28rd AGUL, Athans, reportedly accepted.

Nave New York Mr Hulbert le Valera George Washington Ireland Yharo Linsserte Lloyd Is M. A. Wilson Agul, Athans

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