Standard Gauge Rail Motion Carried in Western Australia
In the Legislative Assembly Mr North’s motion for extending the standard gauge to Western Australia was unanimously carried after debate. The discussion noted the need for a route that would not hinder existing rail services while highlighting who would pay for such public works, with references to the Commonwealth plan to spend £20,040,000.
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Claremont
Mr North
Legislative Assembly
Western Australia
George
North
Monberon
Collier
Commonwealth
Road policy and settlement push for a rail linked future
The article argues for government led roads and land settlement in rural districts like Perth and Albany. It calls for a standard gauge rail from Esperance via Zanthos and Kuperance to Albany to aid settlement, open markets, and defence, and to convert existing lines without hindering traffic. It warns against centralization from Perth and highlights Mr Angwin and land policies as pivotal.
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Perth
Angwin
Fremantle
Albany
Wheat Harvest Prospects Improve WA Wheat Export Position
WA wheat outlook strengthens as September rainfall aids yields from Wagin Newdegate to Albany. Leaders urge better transport links and rail connections with Great Southern to move grain cheaply, supporting Albany Newdegate routes and the Western Australian Wheat Pool's planning.
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Stubbs
West Australia
Yost
Burvill
MLC
Katyarin
Albany
Wheat Belt
Rondinit
Forestetla
Sewderate
Damnosa
Ravensthorpe
Lake Magenta
Needilop
Ongerup
Great Southern
Newderate Unt
Albany-Newdegale
Needilap
New
Local Show and Electoral Lists Notice
Local and General iH and A Society Show entries are under consideration with potential additonal remises. Albany municipality electoral lists can be inspected by ward at Town Hall Court House and East ward office. Residents may apply in writing to the town clerk before September 20 to have names inserted with qualifications. Dioners' Danes report moderate attendance.
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North Iard
East Ward
West Ward
A. Society
Albany
Albany notices and events arranged for local groups
Reports from the Returned Soldiers' League dance party and social evening, inter-school sports at Katanning with Albany High and State schools, and plans by the Fruit Control Board. Also updates on Porongorups National Park land acquisitions, a pedestrian accident near Campbell Road, the Ugly Men's Association Melbourne Cup sweep, and charity prize distributions.
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Albany
Katonhing
Love School
Katanning
Centenary jumble sale raises funds in Albany town hall
Ladies in Albany Centenary Committee organized a Friday jumble sale at the town hall to boost funds. Mrs Y Hassell opened the event in front of a large audience, with stalls run by diverse ladies groups including the Ladies Guild. A design and prize raffle featured Mrs Weltoh and Mem Greenwood as top winners. Chinese residents Ah dim o and George Wah donated tables, and stalls covered sweets, cakes, fancy goods, flowers, and handcrafts.
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Kewpithe
Albany
Y. Hassell
Sey Marat No. Pare Lease Taarming
Hassell
Weltoh
Mem Greenwood Sea
Diet Ladies’ Guild
Ah Dim O
George Wah
Miss Blackburne
Hell
Mra. Cobley
Duthie
Blackburne
Vaughan
Bacujou
Gribble
Gireenwood
Leishman
Home Building Plan Details West Breakthrough
During the recess the Composite Government will work on drafting the essential details of the 20,000,000 home building proposals for submission. The move follows discussions on scale and funding to advance housing initiatives.
Ulster Road Reserve progress and fundraising plan discussed
A meeting chaired by Mr. Home reviewed progress on Ulster Road recreation reserve. Volunteers from football and cricket clubs outlined groundwork including drainage and grading. They discussed seed planting, grassing, and a unit drill, seeking £22 funding with a £5 loan from the Board of Control and local cricket support.
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Ulster Road
Home
Albany Football Board of Control
W. Sounness
Mr. Bi
Lide
Bux Spose
Apmerica
Monaghan
The
Cricket Association
Hey
Howe
Board of Control
William
Broge
Nesbitt
Menbare
Bounness
di Ton
Sounness
Wiley
Rmce
Monet
Two Historic Australian Newspapers Come For Review
Readable extracts describe tasmanian and victorian papers The Grat and The Argus in commemoration anniversaries and new sections The Mercury reprint invites Tasmanian tourism Hobart Mount Wellington Derwent River harbor and hydroelectric development The Argus marks removal of offices from Collins Street to Latrobe and Elizabeth Streets Melbourne reflecting on city growth federation and Australia's progress through 80 years, honoring press duty.
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Tasmania
Victoria
Mercury
Witich
Hobart
Jtobart
Augstralia
Tiban
Mount Wellington
Derwent
Australia
Commonwealth
Johart
Albamy
Melbourne
Collins Street
Latrobe
Elizabeth Streets
Argus
Hell
Athenaeum
Pascoe Fawkoers
Henty’s
Australis
Tweed
New South Wales
Canberra
Theas
The
Toai
Vie Sapporo Strentgh
Legislative Assembly Election Across Vast West Australian Regions
Mr Avon Mr Gringih Hovar ley Mr Ciro M L A Geraldton Frank Green Greenough Mr Wen and Mr Thomasn attend the election session. Bert Gibson announces his charabane will make a trip to Perth for the Royal show amid inducement offers from parties.
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Gibson
Perth
Albany
Mundy
Robison
Steve York
Country Party
Avon
Gringih Hovarley
Ciro M
Eres Me
Bert Gibson
Partie
City Reduced to Ashes After Destructive Bandit Raid
Eyewitness accounts describe a brutal rampage with looting and murder followed by arson. The assailants torched the city, leaving charred streets and frightened survivors. Authorities fear the full horrors are too grisly to reveal.
Commonwealth Party Arrives in Perth on Official Business
A Melbourne party led by Messia W C Hill arrives in Perth on official Works and Railways mission. Members include Bell Federal Commissioner of Railways Flix Chief Engineer Walters Railway Department secretary Petersen War Service Homes secretary Gowyand River Murray Commission secretary. They plan to return to Adelaide next week.
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Perth
Melbourn
Messia
W. C. Hill
Federal
Miniate For Works and Railways
Bell
T. Flix
Works and Railways
L. T. Walters
Hailway Department
P. W. Petersen
War Service Homes Department
G. A. Gowyand
River Murray Commission
Adelaide
Westralian Farmers Promotion in Adelaide
In Adelaide on Monday, C J Mason of Westralian Farmers Ltd praised the cooperative company as a prime example of producer cooperation. He noted it did not seek excess profit but allotted shares yearly and marketed the annual crop as a trust for the wheat pool in Western Australia.
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Adelaide
C. J. Mason
Westralian Ormers, Ltd
South Australia
Ab Westralian Farmers, Ltd
14 000 Mile Flight Over South Sea Islands
Group Captain Williams leaves Melbourne to begin a 14000 mile seaplane flight over the South Sea Islands. The aircraft touched water for daylight tests, then taxied and lifted off. Williams will conduct an aerial survey of the islands with Lieutenant McIntyre as reserve pilot and Flight Sergeant Trist assisting.
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Chasio
Melbourne
Williams
Paint Cook
South Sea Islands
McIntyre
Trist
Motor Police Hoaxed by Early Morning Message
Telegraphic warning claimed flashes and an explosion near Lygom Street East Bronawick believed to target the State Ravings Bank branch. Police rushed to the scene. bank staff, including the manager, were awakened but the strong room appeared intact after examination.
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Convingen
Lygom Street
East Bronawick
State Ravings Bank
NSW debt loan debate unsettles investors in London
Sydney reports warn that New South Wales faces criticism for governance as it refuses to join the loan pool. Sir Arthur Rickard notes the state would not pay cash for Lang’s pig trade clause and urges restraint on price loans compared to Victoria.
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Sydney
Australian Pross Association
Geneva
Arthur Rickard
London
Perth Markets Report Shows Fruit Demand and Prices
Perth markets outline market conditions with Apples in good demand and prime fruit ranges toward 210, oranges short, tomatoes strong, and lemons selling well. Vegetables show fair supplies with strong prices for cauliflowers and cabbage, plus grain items like wheat and oats noted with price levels and trade activity.
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Hana
Musical Examinations Result Highlights Candidates Successful
The Board of Music conducted examinations with Mr. Ma Binley of London as examiner. Candidates presented in the Advanced Division show successful results. Local contrasts include names such as Les He Hodge and Walat Aller Gamal noted among the successful candidates.
Daring Hatton Gardens Nail Van Robbery
A large value theft in diamonds and cheques disrupted a van at Hatton Gardens London. A post office stop led to bags of registered letters being loaded and the van driven away with its driver missing. Police warn London-wide while the stolen bags’ value is estimated around 80 000. The driver is recognised for his service in a recent general strike.
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London
Bet
Hatton Gardens
Smithfeld
Lonton
Atribe
Cobham’s Great Flight to be Recognized by King
Cobham’s planned flight over the Thames between Westminster and Chelsea is reportedly backed by Reynolds News. Cobham left Bashire at 12.10 yesterday and is believed to receive a special royal recognition for the feat.
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Cobham
Thames
Westminster
Chelsea
Bashire
Reynolds
British Coal Dispute Deepens As Political Clash Rages
A letter to Mr. Cook reports no progress toward settlement in the coal strike. Prime Minister Baldwin says the government cannot fund an early deal. Ex-secretary Hodges attacks Mr. Cook while supporting owners and government. Lord Hamesy Macdonald calls for responsibility but Labor will press for a settlement. Cook reminds Baldwin he is not a coalowner as miners face meager wages.
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Cook
Mr. Baldwin
Frank Hodges
Miners’ Federation
A. J. Cook
Hodges
Hay
Hoges
Woafield
Hamesy Macdonald
Daily Herald
Labor
Irea
Memorial Hall
Baldwin
Rescue of two sailors gassed aboard ship at Liverpool
Two officers aboard the Suffolk Thavensil were overcome by nitrogen fumes from New Zealand coal at Liverpool. The second officer entered the lower hold and fainted. the first officer went to aid him. Both were rescued with difficulty by a helmeted rescue party.
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Port of
Appalling Losses Reported After Tragic Incident
Three bodies have been recovered as officials confirm staggering losses in the disaster. Authorities continue searches and check for further casualties while families await formal updates from the scene.
League of Nations at Geneva Menace and Dissent Report
Disjointed OCR notes describe tensions at Geneva peace talks with British aircraft overflights and Chinese cruiser arrivals. A counts of statements by officials show disagreement and unresolved questions about the talks and participants.
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