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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 02, 1912
Page
2
Vague OCR text hints at a hoarding issue connected to a day school and nuns. Mentions university, musical sections, and an association taking over an agency, with unclear details about the winery and produce committee.
James Horsley thanks Dr Rockett and Nurse Murphy for their kindness during his mother Mrs Horsley’s illness and to the many friends who sent sympathy messages following her passing.
Eastern Districts Rifle Club Union announces the first annual prize meeting to be held at the Northam Rifle Range on April 19 and 14. Prize events include Commandant 200 yards, Marksman 160 yards, President 200 yards, and Tie Tyr 590 yards, with district union aggregate and cadet match. Entries must reach the secretary by April 9. Sergeant-Major Mead, hon Secretary, Military Office, Northam.
An improvised public forum in Northam attracted a large crowd for a tense debate on a proposed route and governance. Speakers attacked the government and labor movement while questioning procedural fairness and party aims. Citizens weighed implications for local development and regional unity amid stirring rhetoric.
H Martin, piano and organ tuner, will visit Northam soon and is prepared to tune pianos and organs. Good workmanship guaranteed. Orders placed at the Oxfordton Tea Room will receive prompt attention.
Representatives of farming communities in the mining belt from Northam to Burrecoppin, about Gan milles from the railway, are invited to a government conference at 10.30 am on Saturday April 27. The aim is to outline the proposed comprehensive water scheme and discuss limits of the new supply line for country districts, with Minister for Works H. G Trethowan presiding. Goldfields Water Supply Administration, Perth. March 97, 1912.
The Northan Labour rally discussed railway routes and the need for a clear government stance. Prominent figures like Colbateh and Mitchell debated tactics, while fears of partisan influence and potential exclusions surfaced. The piece notes the Labour Party's internal tensions, loyalty questions, and the broader push for freedom of speech amid a shifting political landscape.
A cluttered advertisement page lists a household furniture sale at the residence of Mr D Tee of the Presbyterian Church area, with other stray notes about weather and local events. The text mentions bids, preparations, and a general sense of community announcements amid rough OCR.
A partial OCR record reports a Sunday fire drill near the Shamrock Hotel with firefighters extinguishing a cubbieh near stables after a wall breach. The text then shifts to various local notices including a bowling club report, horse incident, school attendance figures, and a request for Easter Sunday service scheduling.
A political town item discusses the State’s preliminary trial to install the light machinery at Nicholls yard, praising his eleven years as engineer and fitter. It notes a court case over early closing penalties, with fines and costs, and references church farewells, timber imports, and local business promotions.
The Parochial Mission closed after fruitful services at St Jones and St John's Church. Large crowds attended both morning and evening sessions at St Jones while St John's evensong drew a very full congregation. The Town Hall event drew about eighty assembled, with a short Bible-based program that left many participants thoughtful. Discussions noted the need for ongoing religious practice. leaders urged continued charity and love within the community. Good Friday and Easter schedules outlined with Litany, Ante Communion, Matins, and the Eucharist across the churches. The overall aim was a lasting spiritual impact beyond the mission’s end.
A testimonial recounts relief from skin troubles and a chronic wound after using Deans Ointment and Tivans Ointment. The writer credits home use with rapid improvement, noting prior failed medical treatment and urging readers to seek the remedy from Foster McChristian Con at 313 Murray Street, Perth.
The 36th Annual Eight Hours Art Union offers a first prize of £500 plus a top reward of a Twelve Months World Trip and £400 in cash for individuals, with other valuable prizes. Proceeds have funded public hospitals across Australian states, and organizers seek greater support to boost distributions. Tickets cost one shilling each and are available from local agents or Mr. Theo. W. Heide in Melbourne.
A damaged OCR fragment lists church notices and names surrounding Anglican and St James churches. It includes scattered references to Mass, Holy Communion, and individuals such as Katrina, Jane, Marshall, and others, with unclear dates or locations.
A Wheatgrowers Association meeting was held at Kellerberrin on Saturday morning with eight members present. Election of officers was held and Mr TH Wide ng was named President with A Larsen as Vice President and C H Williams as Secretary and Treasurer. Discussion covered road logistics for trucks, insurance terms, and dog control. Next meeting planned for Northam with broader Rural Workers Union wage discussions to be presented to arbitration.
Tonk at the Palace Theatre features the Chaine of an Oath in two parts about a heroine urged toward marriage. The program includes Bud Leaf and Piet 99 colored study, The Ans Wallan Gazette life at Cotlimewood and other items like Deceivers Deceived and Who is the Reward. Expect strong attraction and good attendance.
Miss Simpston-Pearce, once dubbed the ingenuous singer of Perth, has ended her contract with Kale York Picture Theatre. She now plans a new engagement with Mr A W Tytied of the Picture Gardens Northam. The Easter engagement runs through the Willdave season with programs shown on Friday Sunday and Monday.
The Wests edged a hard fought contest at the West Gam ground, with strong performances from Stewart and Nowlin Longhottem. Named players Ruchuvrilann Sermin Moret and AL Criter contributed key runs as the East and West sides clashed for a deciding result.
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