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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1912
Page
2
Boxing Day page lists events for teams and horses with entries closed on December 14 and December 24. Nominations include Tug of War teams, horse races with handicap weights, and prize money. entries handled by J. M. Drummond & Co. in North.
W. A. Government Tender Board advertises tenders for supply and delivery of 40 cords of firewood to Meckering Pumping Station. Tenders close 2.45 p.m. on the 7th December. Details from Pumping Station and Tender Office, Murray Street, Perth. Chairman Jas. Thompson.Christmas presents window listings for ladies bags and travel cases at Opp. National Bank. Also farm for sale and water and netting notices with local contact.
The fragment mentions KR J Stewart and Chemi Witzgerald in Northam, pointing to a local nomination or designation. Further details are not provided in the readable text.
Court records from Northam include verdicts for plaintiffs and citations at Northam-aca Court Millar's Karri and Fult, with remarks on Benne, Mills, and Hobart cases. Local ads note window displays by human umum, water glaze verandah blinds, and railway station gatherings for Mr. Mitchell. Obituary records report the death of Mrs. Marky Bermon in Meckoring after heart issues.
An eight and a half year merchant plans relocating to a new shop near Tattersall’s Hotel and Mechanics Institute, while A Crostledine’s store counters claims of outdated stock. A May sale by W Montgomery’s associate clears all lots, with Tim Harnett securing property at 420 amid spirited bidding starting at 589.
Northam police received a report from Mr Fidene of Jeonserbbine that Reuben Weston was shot dead during the morning. Constable Robinson investigated and an inquest will be held. Weston, aged about, was at home with his parents Mr and Mrs E Weston nearby. The weapon was a Winchester rifle. the hammer was cocked and released causing a fatal wound to the heart. An uncle, Mr Reuben Weston, lives in Northern, with other relatives nearby. The community mourns the tragedy.
An article reports a Wednesday afternoon gathering at Jeanapultin Hall hosted by Mrs Fy Powell of Jounneviibinn. Guests included Mise L McPherson and numerous attendees who received embroidered linens, linen tablecloths, curtains, runners, cushions, and other fabric gifts, with many names listed as present or thanked.
In a clipped item from Newry a note mentions Teo Gelding and Ray Mare in a brief entry. Readers are told to beware a reward and a plant called PlDAR SHENTON and Co at Northans is referenced.
A. M. OfConnor in Vundordin denounces Mr. Pemberton and his allies for using a Progres Association remnants to influence the Canderdin Roads Board on the post office site. He challenges Pemberton to a public debate in Agriculiness Hall, urges action against perceived political self interest, and questions site knowledge.
At the Northam Methodist Church the Sunflower Fete was held in the whuwlroom on Wednesday afternoon and evening to aid the building fund. An attendance of nine shone in the afternoon. the evening event drew a better crowd. The mayor, C. H. Hammer, presented a token to Le Berard who declined the fete. A vote of thanks to the organizers was carried by acclamation. Apologies were sent for absence. committees and stalls were arranged with various items and ladies volunteering in charge.
Me Withnell, secretary for the Eastern Districts Racing Association, sent a letter to Newenmtle Bays Tats about ending a meeting controversy and whether Seweuaite ue Dayvein should race on March 12. The reply confirms the association’s meeting schedule.
A grass and fencing loss occurred yesterday near Irishtown as a fire spread from McManus and Yates properties. Mr. Louryer’s grass and fencing were destroyed, with flames seen near McManus wheat and spreading along the road toward Northam as a south wind fanned the blaze. Fire crews and locals responded quickly but the fire caused substantial property damage to McManus, Lockyer, and Yates properties.
Details from reliable sources describe wheat crop losses for James McManus estimated at 40 to 26 bunkers per acre, plus fencing damages. Meprovates reports 100 bags of wheat burned with bean harvest affected. three harvesters narrowly escaped, with firebreak ploughed to protect stacks. E G Lockyer records 300 acres of grass and fencing destroyed as fire reached his wheat crop, estimated to yield 20 to 30 bushels per acre.
An accidental fire is linked to McManus property with two wagons seen nearby. Constable Bamnear investigates as locals speculate lighted matches sparked the blaze. Heavy damage followed, with crops, livestock, and a wagon affected near the Weshuenlay area.
Tonight at the theater a special attraction presents Queen Besa with Jab Bernhardt in the leading role The plot centers on Queen Elizabeth in a dramatic forest setting The Miracle a drama and theater piece plus a comic scene and musical numbers are billed Beightie and Carlyon dance and appear in added acts The program includes a Balkans war era cinematograph and other features with strong stage performances.
Amateur trial night at the Palace Teostee showcases a largely pleasing program. Brighele and Cerlyon perform in new fens as Terth and Geral present a varied entertainment, with the audience to adjudicate and prize details to follow.
Extreme heat affected Northern on Wednesday with high temperatures. Official readings showed the ceiling was not reached on Thursday, while forecasts indicated continuing heat into the next day.
A Northam Court of the Inner Pelor of Koreatown hosted a tightly run social gathering Tuesday evening. Attendees enjoyed a formal program, with several speeches and local entertainment amid a small crowd.
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