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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1924
Page
2
Poultry farm listing lays out prices for various fowl breeds including Leghorns and Urpingtons. An advertised lost ring and tame bird details appear amid a miscellaneous sale and buy options from Albany area grocers and firms.
A muddled report details a social gathering at Mrs Hague's residence a charity supper and a later musical evening by the Methodists. It mentions a pensioned elderly man found dead, removal to the morgue, and no inquest. Church notices reference a Scottish trip letter and reported missionary work by Mr Crow.
The report notes plans for 70 lectures and a general assembly focus on migration and education, with church and colonial matters. It lists building contracts in Albany for the United Fortoers project, upcoming meetings of the Albany branch and various societies, a University Extension lecture by A C Fox MLA, and Methodist Young Men's Club weekly gatherings at Albert Hall.
Saturday night a dance by the Volunteer Fire Brigade Band at the Naval Drill Hall drew a large crowd. The event featured a program from Bandmaster O Neill and performers, with supper, prizes, and a push to raise funds to pay for a new instrument account.
A Porangorup gathering featured a lively dance with Miss Veli and Mrs Wry praising Mrs Clarke and Mr Rowe. Attendees included Mr G Ayes and Mr Faulkner, with musical numbers, fox trots, caledonians, and jazz pieces, ending around midnight in a jovial mood.
The Albany Volunteer Fire Brigade held a postponed monthly meeting with Captain presiding. Officers discussed Brennan’s nomination for representative of volunteers, resignations from reserve, new appointees, and uniforms. Officers planned demonstrations and logistics for next activities and transfer arrangements, with membership decisions pending.
The Rifle Club held its annual ball and trophy distribution on Thursday evening. Members and guests attended a lengthy programme of shoots with prizes awarded to young shooters and club stalwarts.
A fragmentary report lists races and handicaps with winners and times such as Abbeys and Hoodwood Place in divisions and the Welter Handicap. It mentions weights, distances, and bets with unclear connections to names like Todd Purse and Outwood Pure, reflecting a race card snapshot.
The Fremantle football crowd filled the Oval for a Monday match as East Fremantle defeated South Fremantle. Final scores show East Fremantle 12 to Fremantle 7, with late plays boosting the home side.
Australia defeated Philadelphia in a Davis Cup doubles clash on Sept 14 in sunny weather before a large crowd. The doubles were a dramatic showcase with tight games as Australia won 5-4 in sets, while singles results remained split and the match stayed competitive.
The opening match at The Oval, Surrey, sawYorkshire batsman Wade top score with 165 and Holmes support 02. England bowled well with four wickets for 43 and Douglas three for 18. England were all out for 165, with two wickets each from A and Bandhan amid a cautious chase.
The English team, led by manager Mr Hobbs, sails aboard the Orionde on Saturday. Members include Freeman, Whytsall, and Mre. Hobbs as a notable sailor. The rest of the England state team will join at Marseilles for the voyage.
The Ameren team defeated England 16 to 5 in New York on September 14 before the Prince of Wales. South led 92 to 725 points at the bell, with key players Walter Wallace Smith Young Booth and Sounness cited among top performers. Northwest trio Inge Taylor Humphries Ere kine and Lieberk also starred for their side.
Police report a late night stabbing in Katanning where Fredeick Starling allegedly stabbed Franvia Herbert Keirin in the left breast. Keirin was taken to hospital with a serious wound and Starling was remanded after appearing in court on a charge of unlawful wounding.
A fatal accident on Parramatta Road at Annandale left Robert Walker of Annandale dead after three men were struck by a speeding motor. Two others sustained serious injuries as the driver fled the scene.
In Perth railway yards buyers are well supplied for chaff and grain with prices noted for prime samples and various grades. Wheat, potatoes, and stock entries show bids and realized prices, while new and old markets in Welllington street report pork beef butter and eggs price ranges.
The obituary recalls Clara Sandberg died after a long illness at her Earl Street home leaving a husband G Sandberg two daughters S Sundberg and A Pewreon three sons Len Fred and Walter Pri deaus and many grandchildren. Funeral at Methodist cemetery with local turnout and IOof of which her husband is a member. Also notes exam results at the central school for Claremont training college with four residents passing and farewell wishes to Perth travelers. Nearby sports figures Mr Turmball and Miss Mercer are highlighted for local clubs and hockey form and the note ends with thanks from friends.
Officials in Pekin announce a proclamation to safeguard foreign legations and residents. The policy aims to prevent plots against authorities and maintain order amid tensions in China.
Sensation in Italy as Deputy Cusalini, Under-Secretary of the Fascist Corporation, is fatally wounded by a workman named Corvi in a tram. Corvi claims Communist motives and seeks revenge for the murder of Signor Matteotti, prompting swift arrest and public shock.
London dispatch reports Clydebank Scotland rent strike amid pre war rent arrears dispute. Sheriff offices and police faced riot while removing furniture from a widow's home. A local committee mobilizes for a district wide rent Tribunal resistance campaign.
The General Council of the British Trade Union Congress and the Labour Party executive urge public support for the Anglo Russian Treaty. They seek moral force to back the Labour Government and secure a strong parliamentary majority for ratification of the policy.
A flagship Nagaie cruiser collided with a torpedo boat at Yokosuka. No details available yet. Authorities estimate between ten and twenty killed in the incident.
Imperiala, short handed with seven players, squeaked past High School by one goal. Eunice Bedwell was out while Moreen Rourke filled in, and Freda Scanlon led the right wing as Imperiala weathered a heavy High School attack on a muddy field for the win.
The game featured 20 players per side with weak forward play and stray errors. Wanderer's defense excelled yet failed to convert, while both goalkeepers saved several shots. overall a tight but uneven contest with fatigue and conditions noted.
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