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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1913
Page
3
Rain showers affect Meckering and surrounding farms as villagers gather at the Sunte lawt for a farming council. A planning meeting discusses obtaining a show and the building fund for the FLC while a charity ball is held to support the town’s drive.
Obituary notices the death of Mrs Albert Sutcliffe at her residence Ob ixilow street Northan under distressing circumstances. The young widow left a bereaved family and a newborn infant died in the evening after birth. The funeral service was conducted by Rev J T Davoren with a long list of mourners and pallbearers including railway workers and cricket club members. The burial followed arrangements by the Anglican section and a large gathering attended by relatives and friends.
The North CLR golf monthly medal competition is set for the Northam links tomorrow. Players including Thayer, Fremantle, Watson, and Mr. Douglas are listed. talks mention team captain meeting next Saturday without delay.
A fragmented social page describes the Lowerin Tetris Club event with speakers and a dress display. It lists numerous attendees and their outfits, highlighting ivory charmeuse, silk trimmings, lace, and satin gowns worn by Mrs. J. A. Martin, Mrs. Markey, Miss Bimachy, and others at a 6.30 gathering.
Northam drama society presents Smiths Night Out with a strong cast led by Mrs Ashton Hunter and John Smith. The reviewer praises performances by Mrs Salter, Mrs Ivimey, Col. Duncan Smith, and Dick Tesmanearies Wells, noting lively humor and stage presence as the curtain rises on opening night.
The York club will play Union on the West Northall ground tomorrow. Union recently defeated Federals and hopes to repeat the performance as York and Union prepare for a tightly contested match.
Report highlights serious breaches of the Explosives Act in Northam. Officials warn about the dangers of improper handling and the need for strict oversight. No further details provided.
Goomalling Association hosts Wanderers in a spirited Sagueday clash. Goomalling secures a narrow win 7 4 8 to 5 1 over Wanderers as weather favors football and key players contribute from both sides.
A Northam town article reports detonators found near West Northam recreation ground and in a school area with accusations of prior storage by local miners. Investigations focus on responsible adults and the risk to children as mothers warn others of hidden dangers.
Report cites repeated vandalism in Northam including broken windows at the East Northamy council room and property damage on the riverbank. Local youths, described as hooligans, are blamed as authorities seek evidence to identify culprits amid ongoing anti social acts and destruction.
The Northam amusements scene centers on a Town Hall concert featuring renowned organist Mr Ac fewkie from Perth and conductor Ernest Salter directing an orchestra. The Boulder Choral Society plans a visit, and a North Fremantle Hospital patient from Northam is noted. a York church choir competes at the Kis todind event, enriching the town’s cultural calendar.
An incoherent list of show dates across Beverley Tingelly Katanning Albany Mount Barker and others. Entries include October November and December dates with places and event notes like Tooth Royal and Wagin.
The Beverley Race Club prepares for a spring meeting with events scheduled at Namely He WOE. The programme lists entry fees and nominations, with weights to be declared by Mr C Heahans and others on Saturday September 6, as part of the detailed plan.
A garbled passage discusses a firm lacking storage for explosives and makeshift arrangements. It mentions a tool house as a possible storage point and hints at logistical costs and timing issues related to obtaining dynamite and keeping it dry. The text implies improvised handling and potential danger without clear names or dates.
An old advertisement extols Doans Ointment as a cure for eczema and skin troubles. It features Mrs. Frank Kerkene of Northam praising its soothing effects, with claims of quick relief and broad suitability for delicate skin. Sold by Foster McClennan Co., 18 Murray Street, Perth, at 3 shillings 9 pence per pot or postage on price.
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