08 Sep 1927
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1927
Page
1
The report covers recent weather effects on crops and stock, noting a harsh winter and early signs of activity. It mentions plans for river protection works, a future hospital and ambulance facilities, and potential mineral prospects east of Cu thi. It also records a legal case, a 2 pounds fine for Henry Turner, and growing concerns over an epidemic causing lamb and ewe deaths with no known poison identified.
Residents thank Mr Arthur Chapman and his son for removing bad stamps on the Lake Grace Ravensthorpe road. Master Russell Fer, while bringing home cows, was severely cut in the leg after a fence collision and received treatment at Lake Crowell. Albert Howard sustained a leg wound from a bottle incident and required hospital care as rain improved farm fields.
Mr Wingreve notes the Gnowangurey district yields are the best for this period, with a record harvest possible in the next two months if rains continue. Better farming methods appear to explain the improvement, though feed shortages and frosty weather hamper supplies.
Fragmentary report discusses rainfall, dam conditions, and water supply concerns. It notes variable rainfall effects across regions, with warnings that continued storms could worsen water availability and infrastructure strain.
A local roads board moves to enforce payment on overdue rates amid defaulter concerns. Officials consider real action to curb nonpayment as residents fear increased taxes and layoffs. The meeting grapples with mounting arrears and potential revenue loss for public works.
Unclear text discusses harvest timing and weather effects, referencing Howth and a state’s cereal production outlook. Notes ongoing monthly rainfall measurements and forecasts, with implications for agricultural output and future prospects.
The writer argues the South Province cannot be opened by east and west pavings from Fremantle and favors north-south railways to the nearest port. Proposals include Coolwardie-Esperance and Albany-Southern Cross lines, with Lake Grace to Karlgarry, backed by the Advisory Board. An additional line between Southern Cross and Coolganlie is possible, while Fremantle should be avoided in favor of Esperance for better land access.
Experts warn a timber famine is inevitable despite safeguards. Calls grow for extensive afforestation and tighter cooperation between Home and Dominion governments to avert a looming crisis in timber supplies and rising prices.
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