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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 13, 1912
Page
2
In a promotional push a retailer announces a sale table of assorted goods, including dresses, with many items lacking first-rank style but claiming intrinsic value. Purchases will earn a free lot of metal-value items from the display table.
Notice declares the dissolution of the White and Hodges partnership carrying on bineschemiths and Wheelwrights at Jemmacubisine and states business will be continued by J. J. White. All debts owed to the firm must be paid by February 14, 1912, to discharge liability, as White will accept receipts. Public auction sale of booths at Nurtham Races set for February 21 with further terms at the Club Olliew Alwo.
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. A. T. White died on February 1, age three weeks. The notice records Norwegian origin.
A Wednesday gathering at Howe's Church in West Northam surprised Mr and Mrs Hemingway who were absent. Guests enjoyed cards and harmony. Mr Matthews praised the Hemingways for their generosity and hospitality, and a dainty supper followed with a final tune.
Free instruction available to youths aged 14 to 18 from February 12 to February 20 at Northam State School. One of the subjects must be English. other subjects require a paid fee. Full particulars from Local Secretary,TW PuIsk, Northam.
Notice from G Slater and Son Gaomanitity dated February 10 1912 warns that any Parson or Persons found Trem vaising in any attires paddocks on and after this date will be prosecuted without further notice.
The passage discusses Mr. Marwick and his stance on industrial and transport policy, mentioning his support for a controversial revenue scheme and opposition to a railway project. It notes possible contest of his seat and references his popularity and symbolic political actions within the province.
Fragmented OCR records a public sale notice near Northam describing a sale Thursday at Htooth On with refreshments, a church mass, and listed properties. It mentions Benning novetwne, sale at Tattersalla Roman Cadelle Church, and a property sale by Muradi yrveity valuimon Med ih Keating with emphasis on a parish auction and associated local figures.
The act regulates willful burning in bush country and requires penalties up to fifty pounds for setting fires in prohibited times. It prohibits fires from October to April except in allowed cases and prescribes fines and imprisonment for violations. It also bans lighting fires near buildings and vegetation, mandates examination of burning materials, and imposes penalties for concealed or false disclosures and possession of firearms near burn sites.
An article describes the Northam Brewery process with heat, steam, cooling, and fermentation stages. It details mash heating, lautering, boiling, and the use of a refrigerator, steam pipes, and a large cylinder for chilling. The narrative notes the building’s refreshing air and the public’s interest in the brewery operations.
Personal notice reports Mr AL Waal’s selection as head brewer at Northam Brewery, with Mr A Liungford recently appointed to support, and longstanding staff like Mr Strempel transferred. The article notes changes affecting management, operations, and public reception while confirming key personnel shifts at the Kumoorlie region brewery.
A fragmented notice describes The Crusaders and the Norte Band arranging a prushue event with Mr C Speniner. The program promises a show featuring The Crusaders and other acts, with mentions of venue, times, and participants amid garbled lines.
The article records a farewell to Mr Walton at the Western Australian school board. It notes his 24 years in office, his role in developing the state educational system, and speeches by Chairman Mr Stewart and others praising his service and wishing him well on retirement.
Latest telegrams from ADELAIDE and Yundey indicate ongoing counts with Liberal and Labor in tight contention. Several seats remain in doubt as final figures are expected by around 20th. The outcome hinges on late results and possible shifts in key constituencies.
Perth reports a likely end to the Railway engineers, oilers, and blacksmiths strike as talks with Mr Dreyer and Mr Hope proceed at the Board of Certification. If agreement is reached, the disruption may end tomorrow with the chairman awaiting a decision.
The Electoral Department reports the resignation of Mr W D Cowen RM of Northam has been accepted. The notice confirms the formal end of his term and outlines subsequent steps for filling the vacancy.
A Commonwealth Government statement shows imports in 1911 reached £60,860,008, up from £60,014,351 in 1910. Exports totalled £79,484,226, with bullion and specie amounting to £21,060,891. Customs duties collected were £19,601,110, and overall trade value was £140,344,599, marking increases over 1910 and 1909.
The Northam Road Board met in the town hall. The Agricultural Society sought grant of Reserve No for show purposes, which was approved. A joint action proposal with the Road Board and Southign Race club was considered. a sub-committee of Memes Hancock Hancock and Herclay was appointed. Grants and road closures were discussed, including Leeming and Southern Brook roads. Mr G. T. Witherson requested three months' leave to visit the United States. A Reform Court to handle electoral rolls was planned for March 2. Revenue of £700 over three months was reported. funds were allocated for payments.
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