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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 30, 1912
Page
3
The Acting Minister for Works reports proposals to reduce water costs for farmers in Northam, Tamao, and surrounding districts. Delegates will visit Perth to assess water delivery, with a goal to unify rates, expand guaranteed extensions, and set new per thousand gallon charges while reviewing ten year guarantees.
The note reads like a garbled health product pitch offering questionable cures and links to a chemist named Geo E. Armstrong. It mentions appetite issues and wellness claims with odd spellings and nonsensical phrases.
A kitchen fire at Dowerin's McLeod residence caused destruction and prompted timely rescues of personal effects. In town, the cricket club plans hold a hall event next week as committees work on renovations to fund future entertainments. The Old Dowerin church hall hosted a successful concert aiding services, with notable local donors and performers contributing before candidates addressed regional voters. Farm water trucking continues as local life adapts to dry conditions.
The Northam Bully Club plans a May shooting event with members aiming to improve under real weather. On May 12 a competition at TOO much BOO yards is scheduled with Aikinch and Fouter attendance, plus aYork and Reverie league match to follow, as members seek penalties for failing to attend.
Amati members plan the year end competition for 112 on Santa’s extension day. The event will include multiple contests and is open to all members who are urged to attend Sunday to arrange the meet. Burwood Parish Northam Mountionl Committee invites riders to Burwood Park for a major event over three years. Bronchial Conghe Waste Genet Poppemunt House 2/6.
A strong bowling contest drew a large crowd as NOMTUAM team defeated local club rivals after two tight matches. Players like Leonard and Oliver led the bouts, with North Dublin era and hospital hospitality noted. Final scores and individual tallies highlighted a dramatic afternoon of precision on the green.
The Northam Rowing Club hosted a convivial pavilion supper for visiting Perth rowers. Mr. Stewart presided as vice president, praises were sung for the visitors, and speeches by Mr. Berry Mr. Roberts and others highlighted hospitality and the strong friendship between clubs. The Perth party praised the excellent green and extended thanks for the generous reception as plans for future interclub bowls and matches were discussed.
Sunday outing sent about forty bowlers to Trightowe with guests La Med and McManiin featured. The afternoon included a two line green mathed game and generous afternoon tea hosted by Mrs Mom Martiss Mrw Cathie and Miss Fuses.
A fragmented account covers campaign speeches and candidate rosters for the Northeast Province Legislative Council election. It references Ale TF Brinage SLI and mentions campaign events, policy focuses on agriculture, industry, and tax measures, with party lines and potential seat allocations implied.
A generous hospitality offer is extended by Mr Berry to support a visit by Described parties and to invite Northam town players and supporters to a meeting. The proposal includes hosting arrangements at Mr and Mrs McManus and plans for a future event with metropolitan entries and favorable prices. The note thanks Mr Berry for his generosity and expresses intent to consider the offer at the next meeting.
Fragmentary report describes a planned Agricultural Hall event at Traynjog with talks on yields and labor, mentioning fever in the district and shifting farming methods. It notes expectations for May harvests, farm labor costs rising to about £1 per day, and movement of some farmers to the Northam district for work.
Fragmentary remarks recount a Labor Party campaign effort in Perth, featuring Mr Brinage and Mr Thomas arguing about farmer prosperity. The speech defends trade unions, criticizes non unions, and urges support for policies on interest rates and wage measures amid a hostile electorate.
Patrons gather for a stained text event at St Stephen’s, featuring activities for children and a cough remedy display. Organizers include local groups ANG Tiwi and the Maar. Attendees discuss community health, with demonstrations on remedies and toys.
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