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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 27, 1927
Page
2
The Albany Despatch outlines its founding purpose to advance Albany and surrounding hinterland. It pledges to steer the town toward port development, guided by founder Peter Smart and a vision shared by readers in Albany and nearby districts.
The Despatel notes a potentially weaker apple yield this season after a strong Southern District crop and good export demand. Thrips caused some early damage but may not sharply reduce later varieties. Frosts and Eastern state trends complicate the outlook, with hope for a satisfactory overseas price market.
Government Gazette notice bans burning off in Mbany Roads Board district from November 1, 1027 to January 31, 1028 inclusive. Aberdeen liner Foripides arrived at Albany from Capetown and England after daylight Tuesday, amid heavy weather and dead winds. The ship carried 665 passengers in classes with destinations listed as Albany Adelaide Melbourne Sydney Brisbane. At Capetown a day ashore was arranged for the children.
The article covers an Albany district briefing with military, road works, and racing dates. It notes a visit by Brigadier General C.H. Jess to inspect defenses and a parade for a 1900 quota, plus a public dance and fundraising for the Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade Bond. Road construction was halted due to federal policy, affecting over 2000 workers. It also reports racing date alignments and a Mayoral meeting about a new season committee, including remarks on public interest and funding.
Personal Inspector Barry arrived in Albany for his annual district survey before a Denmark visit and Narco trip. The obituary reports the death of Mr Hems Paterson Gains after a long illness. details include his Renfrewshire origins and wartime service. The piece also covers a council dinner, retirements, and remarks on Dr. Jenson's service and resignation.
The Albany Agricultural Society highlights district exhibits featuring local dairy, bacon, tomato sauce, jams, and dried fruits. It urges establishing regional manufactories to reduce reliance on Eastern States and create demand for home grown goods. The piece praises the society’s efforts to foster self sufficiency.
Albany Town Council heard reports from the Local Health Authority. The inspector, Mr A White, proposed four weeks holiday pay in lieu of time off, which the board adopted. Other items included septic tank approval for Union Bank drainage and building alterations for Menara Mourheaore and Co. Ltd.
The Albany Town Council chair Mr C H Wittenom presided as members debated bridge safety at the horse gate and agreed to extend the winded span or add rails and arrange inspection. They also discussed Wellington Street repairs, gravel offers, and the Two People Bay pumping station chimney project with tender options and urgency noted.
Reported October 20 that the Chelina Hiner Principe cargo liner near Hyghia Bravil encountered heavy distress off the coast. Four lifeboats aided evacuations while authorities later confirmed about 724 passengers were rescued by Tuesday night.
In Capetown October a tentative accord emerged from late hour talks between General Smut and Prime Minister Hertzoz. The European meeting of parties accepted the deal and the Flag Bill amendments will go to the House of Assembly for passage, removing the need for a referendum.
London October 24 The appearance of a new fleet of aero planes the French Air Union offers serious competition to the Imperial Air wave The machines are a quarter of an hour faster than the British ones and are comparable to Bleriot type with two engines The Tomorin Airways also challenge on Continental routes as France and Germany expand their services Europe and North Africa Germany influences England Holland France Denmark Sweden Russia Austria Switzerland The Feenets Air Union cuts freight rates changing a profitable market and prompting a price war expected to intensify.
British hostage freed after Mexican bandits demanded ransom. Washington dispatch reports Mr. W. E. Mitchell a band manager and family were held by bandits and released without further harm.
Paris seen as bolstering defense for Schwarzehad in the Petlura murder case as testimony ends. The court notes a plan to call eighty more witnesses amid accusations that General Petlnen ordered Jewish pogroms.
The Narrogin Agricultural Society show drew good attendance despite cold windy showers on day two. Officials warned that poorer displays and rising costs may shrink gate receipts unless measures are taken, with council accounts including electric light and water board expenditures listed for payment.
A blast at the Merawno station wrecked the shed and damaged railway property. Italian authorities investigated a possible deliberate murder attempt on a person linked to a local group. The incident occurred at night on the northern frontier and caused substantial disruption.
A witness action saved men from further injuries as residents aided victims near a shed. Injuries include leg fractures and a broken cot, with authorities reporting a serious condition in a nearby incident. An investigation is underway near the scene.
In Claremont, ratepayers reject the plan to ban tin hare racing at the Oval by a 105 vote margin. Perth and Thorndey regions noted the turnout as the move to continue the activity drew support despite opposition.
Early morning collision in Swoon Street Highmind leaves Vereick Trem 23 Middle Park the driver of the van with a fractured skull and serious injuries. Three other occupants were treated and released.
Albany council grapples with Marine Drive fate as Under Secretary for Public Works cites defence reserve transfers to Commonwealth. no public road status or maintenance funding found. Mayor and town clerk to pursue options with state authorities and next visit to Albany set.
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