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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 09, 1920
Page
2
Fragmentary record from Albany repatriation committee shows an audit filing listing K Miles and Tula A as parties, with references to audit entries and a vague file designation. No clear event, date, or outcome is discernible from the legible lines.
W H K Titterton in the Englishman warns that devolution could erase England itself while Scotland Wales and Ireland retain their identities. He cites Holshevik class unity as a model and argues London Glasgow Manchester interests would realign into manufacturing and non manufacturing regions, reshaping the United Kingdom.
Miles Tipping Merrifield advertise a fine rate for Boy's Smart Tweed and Ballarat and Fox's Serge S men s wool tweed trousers from 19/6 to 32/6 per pair. Also offer all sizes in men s denim trousers and men s waterproof duck coats from 50/6.
An essay teases imperial unity and England’s place within the empire. It argues for an imperial federation, discusses local devolution in Australia, and warns that nation separation could weaken the empire. The piece critiques English parochialism and calls for a new social vision after the war.
The report outlines Albany plans for land salvation and sheep grazing on grassland near Kulgan, with plans for experimental works by the Land Development Committee. It notes timber displays in London, praising jarrah and karri for furniture and construction, and urges preservation of local species like sheonk and banksin for future shipping and wheat trade in Ragland.
Mrs A Cooper and two daughters arrived from Kiel on the Orsova, while Captain Burford inspected Albany naval forces. Mack and McDougall and the Ursova party's travel connections touched Fremantle and Sydney. Mr Humphrey Bishop, from Singapore, plans to establish a medicines and operating company in Albany and stage a country tour before a Perth season at His Majesty's Theatre. The Company, Wonder, is composed of English artistes making their Australian debut, promising Albany theatregoers a historic arrival.
An A Whugy Chamber of Commerce meeting discussed Albany woollen industry prospects, urging a publicity campaign and official outreach to influence location. They considered forming a standing committee and pledged support to the Albany butter factory, noting current butter exports and the need for local supply.
Late sporting report from Goldfields racing in Boulder notes a large attendance and strong fields at the Boulder Racing Club annual meeting. Agamor won the Baulfer Cup. several races featured horses like Hazel Dawn San George Prince Arthur and Salvator with divisions and payouts detailed follow the main result.
Romer reports recent activity in the Collie coal sector. A local authority states the Callie Proprietary Co. has changed hands and a mine may have moved to a noted English market player. The Peninsular and Arent Bream Navigation Co. is reportedly interested in this new development.
The Commonwealth policy debate in Melbourne centers on protecting Australian wool industries. Government aims to conserve wool scouring, with limited prospects for expansion. Prime Minister urges measures to support producers while considering broader market realities.
The Government has appointed Mr A Neville to the position of Chief Protector of Aborigines for the North West. The Premier indicates that a phase of further steps will be necessary to establish the role and its duties.
The Wagit municipality approves a loan of £5000 to expand the electric power plant and supply for the tramway project. Fremantle Council backs £3000 for the Tramway and Hengrie Light Board. A bridge accident in Bridgetown endangers a boy’s sight. a steamer Rajah of Be momak crewman dies at Fremantle wharf after collapse. Explosions occur during Mitigenew washing and an old oxygen extinguisher incident causes damage with no serious injuries.
The quarterly meeting of the Princess Royal Sailing Club was held at the London Hotel. The president, Mr Holmes, chaired with upwards of members present. Debenture liability was £205, down from £410 since February. The club plans electric light, fresh water, revised rules, and a hoped-for rise in membership for a busy summer season. The season opens on November 6 with special provisions and a new court warm up.
Interstate Bridge over the Unely River at Canterton Victoria collapsed on Monday as 20 schoolchildren crossed. A boy named Peter McKenie went missing, feared drowned. Queensland Government mining offer for Yeompi Seunl WA deposits expires October 31, minister says no obstacle to accepting the purchase order before that date.
The Albany Ladies Horkey Association announces a second stage Saturday afternoon. High School L vs Reda at 2 pm on infant school ground, and ABLILC vs Melville LBLC at 3 15. Teams and reserves listed include Minkex, Bishop, Mererr, Well, Mee, Robinson, Green, Pannell, Marchal, and many others. selections from Mis ex Auathi to William are noted.
The usual weekly euchre tournament will be held in the Soldiers' Institute tonight at 4 o'clock and will be conducted by Mrs Shenfield, so, vouchers primes will be given. The West Perth Football Club has protested last Saturday's game being awarded to East Perth on grounds that the Sitter's team included two ineligible players.
The meeting debated the Kolgan dredging halt as delegates argued over differing ideas for river works. A plan to interview harbor authorities was considered before the session adjourned.
The War Office released August casualties in Ireland showing one officer and two men killed and two officers and 12 men wounded. Eight men were reported injured.
The owners of property destroyed in the Belfast riots claim a total compensation amount of £1,000,400. Officials note the figure reflects damages sought from the riot aftermath and may be subject to verification and legal processing.
Fragmentary OCR reports a man possibly William McDowell a clerk with White and Yuet associates, killed while driving a coach near Lawrence town. The incident allegedly involved a factory wage payment theft of L140 and the money stolen.
Reports from multiple regions describe famine relief in Tieatalu, political shifts in Mexico and Italy, a minor Los Angeles earthquake with no damage, and Soviet presence in several Italian cities. A French police union referendum, the 50th anniversary of the French Republic, and Californian immigration comments accompany industrial plans for pulpwood and newsprint production.
A Dalgety Albany letter reports mixed results from London Wool Sales. West Australian wools and combing merino in good supply met fair competition while heavy and crossbred lots sale declined. Demand for carbonising wool was weak and government tax changes dampened buyers. Market outlook suggests lower prices for Dominion growers amid trading weakness.
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