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Newspaper

Albany Despatch

Location

Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Sep 08, 1927

Page

2

Albany Fire Brigade Adjourned Meeting and Ball Events

The Albany Fire Brigade will convene an adjourned meeting at the fire station tonight to discuss a bulging requested appropriation of 8 15 dollars. St Joseph's Ball will be held at St Joseph's Hall on Fellay September 2. Tickets go on sale Saturday.

Albany Fire Brigade Tre St. Joseph's Ahony Centre Albert Hel C. A. Blakely Leviore Wally Mostem Feateva Slidve Foothill C'armival Albany Repertory Neruutn S. T'rivem Perth Aeleletil York Alay Ashway Milway Coke Tb Pritehond AL Weeks BF Jacke Venrrigan Barrow

Mayoral Reception for Visiting Footballers in Albany

Visiting footballers arrived by train and attended a mayoral reception at the Town Hall hosted by Mayor C Hi. Wittenaom. Chamber of Commerce members and town representatives joined the delegates and players in toasts. The mayor extended a warm welcome and wished them an enjoyable stay with fond memories of Albany and the combined sports ground.

C. Hi. Wittenaom Albany

Wise Mothers Promote Family Cough Remedies

A dubious household remedy article touts mixing sweetened water with concentrated HWENZO to create a ready made cough medicine. It claims influenza, colds, croup, and bronchitis can be soothed, citing over 12,000 letters praising its speed and effectiveness.

Albany Ambulance Brigade Annual Meeting Report

The Albany branch of St John’s Ambulance Brigade Overseas held its annual meeting in Lower Town Hall Monday night with strong attendance. Treasurer notes a healthy financial position. subscriptions and donations supported operations though funds from sporting bodies are being sought. New members and improved attendance mark a hopeful outlook for the brigade’s activities and the Barrow shield competition planning.

al Iveni Bors Albany St. John's Awholmes Brigade Lower Town Hall Mormday Barrow Hood Waime Bela Nether J Aka Rouge Albany Woollen Mesare, Drew, Robinson and Co Edward Barnett Oeek Ieley Memovy Conrol Town van Men- Howe Meser Perowney

Albany Weekend Visit and Society News Incomplete

Personal Theweber for Albany reports Mr A Wane bremgh MLA spent Saturday and Sunday in Albany. He attended the opening ceremony of Condyop Hall and returned to Perth Sunday night. Engagements announced include Vers, daughter of Mr and Mrs W J Kiley Katanning to Victor Costin Watson Port Hedland. Ednig Hasell’s eyesight improving. J J B Miller of the Bank of Australasia on annual leave in Albany for football carnival. A A Metta acting manager. Cuffe and W R Orr arrived to represent WA Football League at the Great Southern Carnival starting today in Albany.

Albany A. Wanebremgh Hegan Perth Wanshooneh Esperance Northwarda Vers W. J A. A. Metta Cuffe W. R. Orr

Demand for red pollen pollen dominates Fremantle market notes

The Fremantle Chamber of Commerce reports strong interest in red pollen from Britain and the Americas. Buyers from the United States Canada South Africa and Australia are active, with red pollen valued for sturdiness and heat resilience. Fire insurers seek lower A grade premiums, predicting savings for Fremantle businesses. Local fire protection and water mains are praised as well maintained.

Seattle Britain United States of America Canada South Africa Australia Fremantle Chamber of Commerce Associaton Fremantle Perhope Mather

Death of Mrs Alex Neih and district mourning at Mount Barker

Mount Barker notes record the death of Mrs. Alex Neih after a febrile illness following an assault. Her funeral drew a large crowd. The community extends sympathy to her husband, two children, and relatives. The report also covers fundraising events and raffles by the Football Association Advance, with proceeds aiding the carnival fund and upcoming entertainments.

Alex Reiklin Deere O'Neill Hoya Butteworth Ingoldby Mount Barker Deoeaed Hoehend Yung Thore Yesterlay

Mr Amery Plans Dominion Tour To South Africa and Colonies

Mr Amery Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs outlines his tour to South Africa Australia New Zealand and Canada to maintain imperial intercourse and co operation. He notes travel aims to refresh knowledge strengthen agency and visit group settlement areas in Western Australia and colonial capital centers before returning to London by late January. He will arrive Albany on October 10.

Mr. Amery Dominion Affairs South Africa Australia New Zealand Cunrada Ufaira Vasile Amery J H H. Thomas Thomas’ Abence Tam Dumger Hone Lord Lovat Kitt Rimte Baldwin Balfour Colonia Ottier Ormeby-Gore Abe Bence Atralian Assy Western Australia Bn Aick London Lefere Albany

Perth Royal Show Promises Record Attendance and New Features

Preparations for the Perth Royal Show are extensive with painted buildings new cells and sheep pens completed. An electic display area and exhibitors’ halls are being upgraded as crowds are expected to break records with a camel tree attraction set for Friday night and the Wednesday opening drawing wide attention from rural visitors.

Wlretricians Perins Zase Wade

Great Southern Hockey Carnival Set for Albany

Six teams will compete in the Great Southern Hockey Carnival at Albany on September 10 and 17. Participating clubs include Narrogin Wagin Katanning Broomehill Tambellap and Albans with Katanning the Rogers shield holder. An Albany Association social programme follows, with dances and a motor trip arranged for visitors.

Albany Narrogin Wagin Katanning Broomehill Tambellap Albans Am Lullewes SLAW Red Teria Brouauelsis Wayin Narragin Ye Wap Winters Albany Hockey Association Misses Green Town Itall D. Nott Drew Robingan An’ Cod Oe Farhy Miley Merrifield

The Teams Competing In Albany-Mia Matchup

The report lists players from two teams, Albany and Mia, including Mises A Simmons P Hillman P Young A Green E Muir E Genoni Noll Mr Masa Masters Ft Scarborough L Schuiann L Furby Marsh and BD Vaughan Wagin on one side and Mises P Anderson L Cross E Cousins E Box E Watson B Baker J Murdoch J Cousins PL Griffiths F Holland U Hoosen emergencies F Walter and I Hansen on the other.

Fune Albany Mia. Murray Mises A. Simmons P. Hillman P. Young A. Green E. Muir E. Genoni Noll Mr. Masa Masters Ft. Scarborough L. Schuiann L Furby 2. Marsh Vaughan Wagin Mises P. Anderson L. Cross E. Cousins E. Box E. Watson B. Baker J. Murdoch

Kronkup Rifle Club Shoots for Trophy

Kronkup Rifle Club members held a shoot over 300 600 and 800 yards on Saturday for a trophy donated by Mr. W. Farr. Scores followed.

Kronkup Rifle Club W. Farr

Maritime Traffic and Arrivals at Albany Port

Ships from the Eastern States and Europe reach Albany with passengers, mails, and cargo. The Katoomba arrives at the deepwater jetty and sails to Fremantle and Albany. Themistocles docks after a London voyage and prepares for continuation to the Eastern States. Other vessels such as Kylera Anglo-Columbian Ceramic and White Star liner Ceramic are listed with their plans and ports of call.

Themistocles London Omiver Western Australia AIK Tn Australia Wiley Banker Mclwraith McEarham and Co Katoomba Fremantle Albany Chie Alwadeen Veese Rome Londe Dalgety Conante Kylera Banbury Buckelton Hopetown Esperanes Anglo-Columbian Port Pirie

SAILINGS FOR ABERDEEN WHITE STAR LINES TO ALBANY PORTS

Albany Dalgety and Co report a schedule of sailings from England to Albany and other Australian ports. Euripides (Aberdeen) departs Liverpool September 17, Vedw (White Star) departs Liverpool October 35, Suevie (White Star) departs Liverpool October 22, Ronnie (White Star) departs Liverpool November 28, Delosthenes (Aberdeen) departs Liverpool December 17.

Dalgety and Co Aberdeen White Star England Albany Australian Euripides Liverpool St. Tember Vedw Liverpool Orteler Suevie Rnnie Liverpol Deiosthenes Livenool

British Farmers Face £12 Million Annual Loss From Pests

In a House debate the Agriculture Minister Col Cuimness noted foot and mouth outbreaks have cost £39,000 this year while pests have caused about £12 million of annual losses to British farmers. Major G Davies claimed politics and mismanagement worsen the impact as he urged action to restore balance against pests and disease.

Cuimness

Perth Court Terms Appeal Over Key Murders

Clarke and others face a high court appeal in Perth as the Crown prepares a reply to sentences in the Kane murders case. The case centers on a segment of the slate full court proceedings in Perth today.

Bperih Thirsilie Rvan Cherko Elaine Cor Ourlie Hay

Kalgoorlie Cup Result Reported In Local Races

Kalgoorlie race day drew crowds as the Kalgoorlie Cup crowned winner Howe. The card listed betting figures and dividends for the principal race with details on the winner and runners.

Thief Sentenced to Two Years for Stealing Motor Car

George E K Lindner, 20, was sentenced to two years in the Criminal Court for stealing a motor car. The judge noted past leniency failed to deter motor thieves. Authorities report 433 motor cars stolen in the past year.

Adelaide

Oil Discovery Reported in Gippsland District

A Victorian Mines Department report states the first definite evidence of oil discovery in Victoria from Lake Bunga near Lakes Entrance. Boring there is part of the Gippsland district investigations, with caution noted in the official document.

Melbourne Victoria Lake Bunga Lakes Entrance Ginnsland Dheminy Ane Mines Department

Polish Factory in Melbourne Destroyed by Fire

The Fisher and Sona polish and stein factory in Melbourne was gutted by a blaze yesterday morning. A vat of wax boiled over after workers arrived, igniting the wax and spreading flames through the building. damage estimated around £2000.

Melbourne Fisher and Sona

Relic of Gallipoli Unearthed From Soldier’s Neck

A returned soldier from Gallipoli sought treatment for neck pain and a perceived boil but a bullet fragment was discovered and removed from his neck. The find dates to his wartime injuries and was acquired years ago.

Bydoey Thuthlay Gallipoli Winterton

Johnstone Mill Trouble Amid National Alert In Australia

Reports from Brisbane indicate rising concern over the Johnstone mill dispute as Australia contemplates a possible major Commonwealth response. The situation draws nationwide attention to a small group of workers and the potential shift in industrial tension.

Brisbane Australia

Food shortage likely in country districts

The country faces probable food shortages in rural areas despite government efforts to supply staples. local populations already feel the strain as shortages loom across districts.

Conference planned in Melbourne on seamen and rail workers

Fal''waymen and stewards and other waterfront workers aim to discuss extending their trouble to other states. A conference will be held in Melbourne to address seamen water side workers railwaymen and stewards.

Melbourne

Feeling the Pinch in Business Amid Strike

Business activity slows as the strike bites and firms consider cutting staff. Management reports falling orders and softer demand, with several companies contemplating layoffs to weather the downturn. The situation reflects broader trade pressure and uncertain market conditions.

Country behind government faces long bitter struggle

Brisbane reports indicate continued conflict as South Johnston strikes reject the Board of Trades sale proposal. Unions and strikers hoped for a settlement, while Mr. P Corser states support for the government and awaits the next move, signaling ongoing tension.

Brisbane South Johnstoung Board of Trades Rank Alle South Johnstone P. Corser

J Airmen New York Kept Notified by Wireless Calls

Journal records the Artis Corporation of America noting no receipt of wireless messages from the stainer Cormania and Lapand this morning. Both vessels reported several calls from Old Glory but the machine of the megplane was not sent. Later, a report from the stemmer Tromeyl vine indicates warning miles from Old Glory and a heading toward the plans.

New York Artis Corporation of America

Darwin's Women Presentation to Nation Slated

In London on September 7 a preliminary stage sees Sir Arthur Keith and actress De George Browne among those offering to purchase Dice’s home in Kent for presentation. The Yeeton British Association has gratefully adopted the offer.

London Arthur Keith George Browne Hohe Swegenn Haw Dice Kent Yeeton British Association

Chamberlain comments on disarmament and Poland pacts

Sir Austen Chamberlain spoke in Geneva on September 7 about Canada's candidacy for the League of Nations Council. He said the issue interests the Empire and expressed support. He noted the Covenant already provides security and warned against new broad non aggression pacts in Eastern and Western Europe as unnecessary.

Geneva Austen Chamberlain Canada Council of the League of Nations Poland Austen League

Poison tragedy claims Auckland mother and two daughters

In Auckland a mother Blarkwell and her daughters Marjorie and Mariel aged 13 and 72 died after consuming strychnine poison mixed into wine. Neighbors summoned a doctor but three perished before arrival. the father was away ploughing at another farm. The mother had previously poisoned Lond a year earlier and had threatened self harm recently, though no domestic discord was reported.

Auckland Ada Fonn Doreke Cailey Vivian Blarkwell Marjorie Mariel

Esperance District booms with bountiful season across vast area

Report from the Esperance district notes a lush season from south Eeperance to Wilune with widespread green grass, full waterholes, and high rainfall in Kalgoorlie. Hannan's Lake overflowed twice, and the north country rainfall totals for seven months reached 32 points, well above long term averages.

Eeperance Wilune Hannan's Lake Kalgoorlie Amicalore ix Norhern Rollfields Kalaoorlie Dan Nullabor Goddard's Creek Commonwealth Railway

World Wheat Prices and Trade Notes from Western Australia and North America

The World’s Wheat reports prices for Western Australian tea ton cargoes and October-November Manitoba parcels. It notes American Winter Wheat values for Sep-Oct, Pacific Coast offerings, and a near-term overbought position amid bullish news. North American conditions improve, Winnipeg and Chicago markets weaken, and Buenos Aires futures show declines.

Westealian Farmers, Ltd Wheat Department London Western Australia Manitoba Winnipeg

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