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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1914
Page
1
At the Thursday council meeting the night health inspector said dairies slaughterhouses schools and shops were inspected with satisfactory results. No infectious disease cases were reported by the medical officer in the past month. Subsidies are withdrawn due to wartime finances impacting municipal works and employment.
Tomorrow evening at the Palace Theatre Mr E A Gates of the International Bible Students Association will lecture on The Great Unrest Its Inevitable Outcome The speaker is described as brilliant and the subject of current interest A stock sale of sheep is announced by Meckering Messen Rider Shenton and Co for Thursday August 27 on behalf of Suriots owners
Fragmented report outlines Northam and Tooardy area agricultural council activities and candidates. Mentions war veterans, federal election collection, secretary role, and upcoming meeting at Kevin Institute with pledges of support for local councilmen and byes in Northam and surrounding districts.
Nor tham Municipal Council discussed a letter from J. Miller and Co requesting permission to lay two pipe lines from their new premises to the river to pump water over a condenser and return it to the electric light station. The Works Committee was asked to consider price and terms. The Mayor warned the issue was complex and could affect future installations.
A garbled letter discusses a farmers and merchants alliance, a political split, and calls for action amid party strife. It mentions a farmer leader, a branch of a political movement, and warnings about Libel Party tactics, urging supporters to align with nationalist resistance.
The article reports W. H. O'Conner noting Labor candidate Nye favors a coalition government after the war, naming Joseph Cook or Sir John Forrest as potential premiers with Andrew Fisher as lieutenant. He urges unity in the Senate and House to settle postwar matters. Northam notes 109 workers at State Implement Works, not limited to tanning mounts.
The Labor Party declares it deplores the war and deems it a crime against civilization and humanity yet asserts it will defend the Commonwealth and Empire if elected. It pledges to back the government in necessary measures and expects supporters to unite behind the Prime Minister’s policy.
Mr PY Ay Thirkisot arrives in Northen orday Bee Lowlon ahead of his attendance at the International Congress of the Salvation Army. He will receive a welcome at the Tricolor Fair tomorrow night.
The Eastern Districts Racing Association held a meeting at Northam with Mr D. Johell presiding. Delegates from Northam York Meckering Deverin Tennacubbine Kellerberrin and Cunder din discussed handicapping funding licensing and 186 dates for forthcoming meets along with officer elections for the next year.
A garbled report discusses labor and farming policy, mentioning Senator Leweh and advocates for agricultural support. The piece touches on constitutional matters and political tensions surrounding farming as a chief industry, with unclear references to figures like Haber and Pavuy and to broader monetary and legal issues.
Fragmentary historical narration discusses Fisher and Labor influences in government, taxation, and national prosperity. It touches on economic strategies, public works, and political debates about the country’s future amid industrial change.
The Under-Secretary for Public Works informs Northam officials that current year subsidies for road boards and councils may be impossible due to wartime financial strains. Government funds will prioritize urgent works, with a promise to consider local claims as estimates are prepared. The mayor and councilors urge action, fearing subsidy withdrawals will stall public works and budget plans.
The piece notes wartime shifts across Europe and mentions a competition by Mr Robertson of Suitioners Hall offering a new prize for entrants. No entry charge is required, with 10 sail an Mr Robertson for partitionists by September 6. Headmaster Vir Hathelil will judge the event.
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