Tammin Fortnight Notes Reveal Local Life and Drought Struggles
A compact field report captures a fragile community enduring drought and harvest strain. It notes residents such as Mr Lyons and Mr Alma Frempson, plus trips to Kell Ionic and Terth, with social gatherings and a rural economy reliant on soil and seasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mie
Yookbom
J. Tidkamts
Lidaya
Tims
Aiimine
Ieeryone
Alma Tfremeson
Monta Harold
Rolf Donsan
Convert
Dane
Roll
Hmnan
Terth
Malabaine Ball Night Out Draws Local Crowds
A lively social at Malataing drew residents and visitors from Northam for a communal ball night. Guests wore pink silks, cream gowns, and elaborate trimmings while music and sociable company filled the event. weather proved unfriendly for travel and attendance.
Disappointing Nor ham Stock Parade Under Wind and Drought
The Nor ham Agricultural Society hosted this year's stock parade amid poor turnout and weak bidding. Violence of weather and drought discouraged owners from parading or showing, with only a few horses attracting minor bids and many lots passed in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norham Agricultural Society
Avis Lene
Finglish
Fidelia
Joyance
Q Nice
Mensrs Dalgety and Co
Mesers Carter
Bart
F. Ryan
Simmer
Soyance
Gladiator
Qure
Meesi
McKinnall
Toy Worward
Marie Pony
Itmalds
Martin Reon
Foie Bntrios
Bug
Watson
Wrighty
L. G. Withnell
Bachalor
Mortfool
Miax Mimeoni
Martin Ad
Price
The Chaff Market Fortnight Record
An Australian Perth market report covers chaff sales during a fortnights ending August 1. It notes daily stock dispatches, price movements from 4 to 12/6 per ton, and records a traveller report of shipments from Goomalling to Northam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Te Ie
Goomalling
Northam
Derth
Kostero Districts Racing Association Holds Meeting
The Kostero Districts Racing Association met at the Northam Hotel with Mr. Jus. Mitchell presiding. Delegates from Menes Clarkson Foodyay T. Rowe G. Web b Beverly J. Symone Cunderdin W. J. Eaton Mocris Lioomalling Tollerton Draveria J. Y. Taylor Northam etc discussed a possible close season for country racing and the appointment of provincial handicappers to aid clubs and align with the Western Australian Turf Club policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kostero Districts Rating Association
Northam
Jus. Mitchell
M.L.A
Menes Clarkson
Foodyay
T. Rowe End
A. Glass
G. Webb
A. Rowell
Beverly
J. Symone
W. J. Eaton
3. Mocris
Tollerton
Kellecvertin
Draveria
Jas. Mitchell
Mot
Ed Wards
Dayton
Ors
Gmbh H. By
Morice Withnell
Wik. Tur
Ubs Turi
Ubaimea
Spain
Ane
Deverley
Aimie Club
Bat Bees
Loroma
Great Southern
Sdvcntion
Podive
Gresser Succes
Eston
Clarkwun
Toadyay
Hlowerley
M. Tollerton
Kelleeberrin
W.act.c
Histern
Taylor
Thywetin
Ne ‘Arizomenty
de Tecratex
Wuguestio Vm. Wml
Seacom
Mewes Talon
Edwards
York Club
Mr Withsell
Sale on White Damask and Turkish Towels at Reduced Prices
A market notice advertises reductions on fabrics including White Damask at 1/6 yard, Striped Turkish Towels 3d to 10d, White Turkish Towelling 6d to 63¢ per yard, and other linens. It promises big reductions over two slow sales and special offers on remnants and overstock items, highlighting linoleum and pillow casings as well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finlay
Clothing and Mercery Department Sale Notice
Clothing and Mercery Department announces discounts across men and boys clothing and hosiery. Highlights include socks three for 1 shilling 3 pence, White Mercerised Shirts at 1 shilling 1 pence, Navy and White Striped shirts, and heavy grey twill shirts reduced. overcoats and hats heavily marked down with a general clearance of oddments and special offers for various sizes and items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mies
Rae
Chay
Special Dress Lengths and Bargain Boots Offer
Classified notice advertises dress department items including dress lengths cream whip cord and wincey priced by the yard, with specials on silk velveteen and Blair navy serge. Also promotes boots and shoes and miscellaneous fabrics at reduced prices with bulk yard sales and terms.
Show Room Real Bargains From the Store Window
A damaged OCR sale notice advertises children's hats trimmed millinery and blouses on display. It lists special pricing for ladies costumes and full length coats with reductions. Wool flannel garments are offered at specially reduced prices during the sale.
Cadets Face Discipline Over Threat and Retaliation
The report describes a junior cadet unit punishing extra drill after an unwise threat email. A separate incident involved accusations that some classmates were named publicly and sympathizers faced threats. The piece notes concerns about political pressure and military authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ikiaslereiud
Wade
Columbia's Sons Visit to the Fields by Goldfields Tour
The Columbia's Sons from the California Columb Fork Boys' Club concluded a visit in Kalgoorlie Australia marked as triumphal by local supporters. The Kalgoorlie Miner reported over six thousand attendees despite free admission. The Australian hosts entertained the visitors with concerts and marching at the Kalgoorlie Oval, while the tour netted substantial financial receipts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columb Fork Boys’ Club of
California
Werth
Fremantle
Gokilds Lown
Y.A.L. Boye
Constal Aed
Galorsun
Italy
Kalgoorlie Oval
Kalgoorlie
Carter & Co Prepare Northam Shop Opening
Preliminary notice announces Carter & Co will open a new shop on Fitzgerald Street Northam on August 21 supplying drapery and clothing at prices 30 to 40 percent below other markets. The notice mentions distribution to Fremantle Collie Geraldton and London EA and lists a committee of local ex-scholars and officials involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nind
Seddler
A. J. Sings and Co
Fitzgerald-street
Northam
Carter and Co
Perth
Goomalling Triumph Over Dowerin In 33 Point AFL Showdown
Goomalling defeated Dowerin by 33 points with quick starts and strong drives. Key players Liew Len and Lamnard led the charge while J Lockyer and W Monger stood out for Goomalling, as McCreery kept control as umpire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goomalling
Dowerim
Poimta
Liew Vwitfore
Ubm
Glamnod Vans
Dowdtin
Son
Thin Wan
Inig
Seoeset Ae Ae
Belors
Dowerin
Alter
Rad Whites
Barrmckera
J. Lockyer
Tl. Lockyer
W. Monger
J. Matwell
Jones
Moore
Bell
W. Hayter
Mc. KE. McCreery
Wanderers
Dowaria
Northam Receives American Visitors with Schedule of Events
The Northam programme outlines the arrival of Major Lie xotte and an American boy corps by morning train. They will be welcomed by the Senior Cadets, visit the ass Office, attend a public reception at Town Hall, and later tour sites including the electric light station and Thomasmith. A theatre performance and social events follow, with funds distributed to charity and details on witnesses and meetings noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earsiaige
Liexotte
Northam
Kalgoorlie
Northam Beteen
Ameren
Northam Juniors
York
Toadyay
Fathers Theatre
Electric Light Station
Thomasmith
Sibbald
Crebens
Jurtione
Hindk
Unions Prove Tough In Battle With Federals
The Union football team beat the Federals 8.12 to 7.6 at East Northam after a hard fought afternoon. The Westenders fielded a full lineup while the Federales managed only 15 players, yet the Union defense and offense wore them down for a clear victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federals
East Northam
Samson Tha
Asvs
Federale Hanving
Afd
Deng
Mini
Federale
Toodyay Versus Yorks Promises Close Northern Derby
Tomorrow's football match features Toodyay and Yorks at East Northern. Yorks arrive as a stronger side on paper, suggesting a tough, exciting contest likely to be decided late. Kickoff is scheduled for 3.15 PM with hopes the time will be adhered to and spectators will witness a well-managed game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toodyay
Yorks
East Northern
Fmnas
Central Districts Association Fixtures Fifth Round
Central Districts Association schedules play for August 24 in Grass Valley. Sixth round results noted with Jennnoubihine in the sixth round.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grass Valley
Jennnoubihine
Sisth
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tammin
Dhane
Wwe
Ite Dem Lytma
Alvar
Vuyau
Cork
Ile Te Te
Mr. Lyons
Malabaine
Wazaar
Ubet
Ube
Malahwine
Lluy Prinépel
Helena Carter
Carter
Crete
Tve
Troy
Mabel Christeanes
Gremn
Sill
Mier
Berguson
Cron Charmoume
Mon
Fogarty
Dainty Ream
Will
Buttone
Wise Féeward
Visa Wilde
Mie Jahn
Mal
Shies Keane
Tuck Watin
Mire Tewon
Gream Drese
Tein
Wince
Glace
Miss Lush
Onal Teimmini
Mefuhem
Malin
Mim Ki
Morrie
Mina Mabel Mustin
Crommitt
Mima Folje Smith
Petty Ream
Mice Smith
Misa Thackrah
Mise M. Wath
E.D. Racing Association
Stitendary Steward
Tayloe
Newerin
Wact.c
Vo Jong
Eaton
Clarkson
BiPoteck
G. Webby
Hevarler
W.A.T.C. Foe
Wecomder
Mr. Clark
Kennedy
WoeekBos
Manchester
Clothing & Mercery Department
Orth Ice
TNO Laoin Bills
Columbia's Sons
Kennedy Bros
North AM
Carter & Co
Sy Hemdhapper
Amuricia Pov
Adtam
Semdes
Morrell
Donald
By6eld
Minson
Wolfenden
Peake
Dyer
Hamner
Easton
Moschmedi
Brudenall
Theopsell
Logan
Urling
Bidatrit
Neillam
Lay
Uand
Renler
Liv Wlieenion
Horace Withnell
Goomalling Association
Wanderm Ab Seal
Wander
Oomaflinae
Wanedeeees
Goomplling
Waguar
Eastern Districts Association
Central Districts Association
Throssell, Son & Stewart North
Onkaparinga
Henry Wills & Co
Hawkhurst
Suffolk
Lincoln
Berkshire
Hawkhurst Stud Farm
Mackie’s Crossing
Mackie's Siding
Eldma, Shenton and Co., V.td., Auctionsers
Waltham Railway
Stewart Dauson
Hay St. Perth
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