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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 09, 1912
Page
3
Kennedy Bros offers a half yearly clearing sale with daily resets of merchandise. Each day features large quantities closed out and replaced by equally strong value items.
At Northam on Tuesday the case centered on Weise charged with stealing a pony mare from Harry Throssell. Witnesses described prior dealings, loans, and attempts to recover the horse, with Throssell claiming the mare was his and Weise denying intent to steal. The magistrate ordered the question of trial to be decided after evidence and statements.
Personal His Excellency the Governor has received advice from the Secretary of State for the Colonies regarding the retention of the tithe and the general administration. The well known Hamtee of Bunburs returns to Northam amidst reports of a marriage between Miss May Tethzes of Northam and Mr Thuretoy. The firm of Watford is noted near the Northam and Commercial hotels.
A fragment discusses liberal shows of union badges in Queensland and the tramway company’s ban on badges. It notes remarks about tyranny of strike and questions who should wear badges based on beliefs or principles.
In a London style cricket report the West Indies emerge ahead with Hopkins key to the run chase. Other batsmen like Peete and Young contribute while bowlers Peters and Thorne take early wickets. The match features commentary on fielding and a nod to upcoming fixtures and players.
The land board approved pensions and assistive grants for several individuals, including veterans and dependents. Notable names include Hanns Jay Me Prank Trew, Vine Me Penns Haan, Mr Hanes 14ras Roe, and Mr ML Withor, with the board allocating 1808 in total aid.
The entry list for the Northern race meet shows participants including veterans and new contenders such as Vie Ringra and Hick Kewn, with weights and trainer notes. Officials caution about early withdrawals and provide timetable details for the trials and final stakes.
Amusements notice reports a Wednesday night screening by Northumand with a high standard of scenic and dramatic Guns. Ray Stewart praised for power baritone. audience treated to Rosse aria and two overture marches. Sunday night promises more Western drama and film features at Town Hall Gardens with titles like Branchy Busters Wife and Senorita Congest.
The Church column lists Divine Service at 1 a.m. and 7 30 p m with a choir, a Sunday School Institute at 3 p m, and a special singing by Northern Wesleyan Choir. Rev. O H Hammer preaches morning service and Rev. C M Hammer preaches evening service.
Church of Christ schedule lists worship at 11 am and 8 pm preaching, Bible School at 7:40, and communion. Sublet mentions immersion baptism with salvation, urging reader to join the service and baptism. Preacher identified as Mr Ceat.
Fragmentary church notices list Sunday services at St James and nearby parishes with Holy Communion, Matins, Evensong, and morning prayers. The text mentions Whitren Vieum, St James’s Chapel, and Valley Rushkegivimg, plus a harvest event for tobaccon and children. The source is garbled and references Tim Florentta with unclear printage context.
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