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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1923
Page
2
In fond remembrances of two grandad es drowned at Witerm's Lolet Lenwerk on Rel September 10s. The notice lists names and dates from a survey camp in Denmark.
Local secretary of Westralian Woollen Mills confirms director Crocker in Sydney with Hinks, Albany May see September visit. Mbary Foothull Association carnival prep and new officers elected. King River road work discussed with experiments in drainage. Oil corporation eyeing Albany inquiries. possible work later in year. Roads Board addresses ballast removal and bridge decking safety. proxy forms for Albany mail. Ladies Social report notes 54 members and departure of Hayles as leader. eurythmics and photoshoot work showcased.
The article notes plans for a Woollen and Worsted Mill at Atway under branding efforts. It mentions key figures Crocker, Hinks, and others in Sydney circles, with directors to decide enabling steps and a likely working operation within a reasonable time. Also covered are community events, dances, and notices within Hin wid district, including St Joseph's activities and fundraising for local causes.
A reader rebuts a prior letter by G. J. Hill defending council member Ci. f. Don Teas. The writer critiques perceived waste and questions the value of bath and beat scrap projects financed by ratepayers, arguing for restraint and accountability in spending during Hill’s nine years in service.
A fragment from a local correspondence recounts Fred Turner and a council dispute. The writer defends Turner against accusations, discusses naming issues in letters, and touches on Greenshields, drainage schemes, and Post Office drain controversies tied to local politics. The piece references Albany and mounts a critique of past governance and public works.
At Bre nne pollen holiday gathering near White Gum Valley, Mellor and Rothbone with Lawley drowned after a wave swept their boat on Saturday morning. Mellor tried to swim but Rothbone supported him, then Mellor slipped away as they attempted to salvage clothes. Attempts at artificial restoration failed. the deceased lived at Chester Street.
In Fremantle on a Saturday Hank Gordun Holford was arrested by Constable Brewaet for impersonating a police officer and presenting forged or dishonored cheques at a pawnbroker. He allegedly used the name Peloutive Wallace of Fremantle to obtain value.
Cyto 44 AL Averett and the 24th Battery AAA commander report a special parade in Albany on September 22 with a guard of honor for His Excellency the Governor General. A weekend camp on September 15 and 16 precedes the ceremony, as Captain Everett coordinates civilian attire and fort security. Public details mention a parade inspection by Sir Henry Chauvel and Captain Dobson with official guests arriving by rail.
Attendance at the Albany range saw club members contest the trophy for the best two-shot aggregate. Osbourne and the Funges used 600 and 700 yard rounds amid gusty winds. Revill led with 142 and Brice runner-up at 135.
A wireless dispatch from Tokyo reports a massive earthquake causing numerous building collapses and widespread flooding. Many people are killed or injured as the dome areas burn. refugees flee in all directions amid a chaotic, hellish scene described by officials.
Disaster reports describe Yokohama in ruins with more than 10,000 casualties. Governor Yokohama sent a wireless plea for relief as communications and all means of contact collapse. Relief ships are preparing to depart this afternoon to aid the devastated city.
After a conference with President Coolidge, the Navy Department orders the Asia Pacific fleet commander to rush his ships. Relief efforts are pledged for earthquake survivors in Yokohama.
Philadelphia dispatch reports a major coal dispute with owners and employees in talks on wage concessions and working conditions. About 158,000 men have left the mines and vow not to return until an agreement is reached on wage changes and technical terms.
In London Hepternshir 2 the steamer Tamui departs Southampton carrying a record number of children of all ages. They head to New Zealand under the government migration scheme encouraging entire families to relocate there.
Boston under ideal conditions hosted the Divis Cup opener between America and Australia. Australia’s Anderson defeated Johnson in a dramatic singles match with superb forehand and volley work, staging powerful rallies to dominate the mid and late sets.
In a tennis match Tilden of America defeated Hawkes of Australia 6-4, 8-2, d-1 indicating Hawkes was outclassed. Anderson advanced to meet Tilden while Hawkes faced Jonathan.
In New York on Saturday Tillen and Williams defeated Anderson and Hawkes to win the doubles match. The result follows a rapid pace set by the American pair as spectators watched the contest unfold.
Lord Foster and Lady Foster will visit Western Atsirilia, leaving Moelbourne Friday for a two week tour of the States and Atbirry. They arrive Sunday September 16 and attend a debut or exam Monday September 17 at 10 a.m.
London reports say Italy seeks compensation and Greece demands full regret for the Greek Albanian frontier clash. Mussolini rejects the Greek offer, Greece appeals to the League of Nations, while Rome indicates Italy will resist an international inquiry.
Italians in London received orders from the secretary of the Italian Legation to prepare for possible military service during the next five days. They will learn whether they are required or not.
In Paris on September 2 reports said Lord Curtoo was interrupted during a rest cure at Bagnoles and was en route to London. The press notes both Britain and France seeking a federal settlement, with France urging Greece to pay full reparations while a dispute center on Daly and Chere remains unresolved.
A dispatch from Athens notes that Greek forces claim Corfu in the Mediterranean has been occupied by Allied troops in a declared peaceful, temporary action. The move follows Greece’s unfavorable reply to a prior demand. About 5000 troops landed from warships, authorities say.
Athens reports anti Greek demonstrations in several cities after the Aonalian submarine attack on the Greek steamer Aeor gous which was slightly damaged. Memoranda from Rome say Greece will protest and demand satisfaction for insults to the Greek flag at Trieuta.
The Athens correspondent of the Sunday Express says the Kreek Government has fallen and that Mr Zoimis has been asked to form a new government.
A Saturday night ceremony at the Oddfellows hall honored Mr A Wansbrough who recently transferred to Easterning. Mr J Currigan presented a life membership offer in recognition of his long service from June 1914 to June MS, noting his role at the All Australian Conference. Wansbrough thanked members, spoke of duty and love in the work, and expressed willingness to assist Albany’s branch despite his removal.
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