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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 14, 1911
Page
3
Sir Newton Moore resigned the Bunbury seat and leaves for London on Monday. Election timetable set with nominations on Tuesday week and balloting on March 1. Likely candidates include E. F. Zollner of Government and W. J. Thomas of Labor amid an anticipated lively contest.
In Perth on Monday night Alfred Wilson Smart faced trial for the murder of Ethel Barke. Crown prosecutor Mr Barker led the case while Mr H C P Kall defended Smart. The crowded court heard initial evidence after an adjournment following the plea of Not Guilty.
Onslow reports further wrecks in the Nor'-Wet Willy-Willy event. Hillogers Black Wings and Cwwlew wrecked. other Ingmera damaged. Onslow town shaken, with considerable disruption and damage.
Morning yard trade reports 30 dial trucks with top price 5 pounds for item 1098 ex Wyola. Fourteen wheat trucks sold with best price 0 35. Noted prices include Chon Ex-Reammorm 1247 at 4 pounds 17s 0d Fi-Seabrook 1849 at 4 pounds 7s 0d Roumore 1098 at 4 pounds 9d Wheat ExDowern 386 at 27 1 2 d ExQuinierd in 7080 at 3 pounds 4 5d.
Melbourne reports a heavy rain and poor wicket condition delaying the Test match between South Africa and Australia. Officials say play is not possible at present and will resume when conditions improve.
London reports plague spreading through Asia with reports of 400 daily deaths in places like Atobuke and Manchuria. Precautions grow as tensions rise, with calls from Buildist priests for revolt against European doctors and new fears of contagion crossing borders. A Russian doctor notes a Chinese patient biting a medical aide, highlighting ongoing containment challenges.
National Dental Company advertises all classes of dental services performed on site including general, cosmetic and preventive care, emphasizing convenient in-house treatments for patients seeking comprehensive oral health services.
London dispatch notes government moves to curb alcohol monopolies after recent French cornering and price actions. Report mentions damage from a dynamite blast at Toko Military Barracks and the adjacent power machine damage. Also reports three submarines awaiting assignment in Hong Kong.
Historic text outlines English Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons provisions for registration and penalties. It defines offences for false declarations to gain or maintain Veterinary Surgeons registration and sets fines, imprisonment terms, and conditions for foreign practitioners seeking UK recognition.
The text outlines appeals to the Privy Council over veterinary diploma recognition and potential Royal College Council involvement. It details registration pathways for existing practitioners, penalties for misrepresentation, and limits on those using veterinary titles without proper registration, establishing a separate register for existing practitioners and enforcement provisions.
A conference of municipalities convened by the York Council met Thursday evening at the York Council Chambers to discuss Fire Brigades Act matters. Mayor Pac ker presided with several mayors and councillors in attendance. Correspondents from Busselton and Wagin sent regrets but offered sympathy as discussions covered grants, compulsory local committee duties, and funding restrictions.
The obituary notes Mr Alex Gordon of Northam died after a fainting spell and illness at 7 p.m. Friday. A 42 year old Fitzroy born ex-athlete and Kilroy Football Club founder, he moved to Northam in 1905, married life ending with the loss of his wife earlier. He was widely popular and left many friends in Western Australia. The funeral proceeded to Northam cemetery with the mayor and local figures as pallbearers, conducted by Rev Father Walsh.
Aged 44 native of Marylerowh Victoria, Mr Jeremiah Donovan died after long illness in West Northam. Widely known in railway construction in the state, he served as stationmaster at Northern Crows and held supervisory posts on various lines. Funeral held at Northam cemetery with Rev Father Walsh officiating. chief mourners included Joseph and Herbert Donovan and Mrs Townis.
A fragmented report covers Oak Park versus Goomalling and Dowerin matches. Key figures include Hogan 37 and Pulpitar 21 for Dowerin Batting, Monger 56 and Coomer 14 for Oak Park, with Coomer noted for leading Batting efforts. Rafting outcomes and specific overs are unclear due to garbled text, but the piece records scores and player names amid a busy day of cricket.
Saturday night a mock banquet celebrated Cunderdin trench anniversary with local notables present. Delegates named for the forthcoming annual conference at Fremantle, including Mrs Cirmody, while Northam and Kellerberrin guests attended. The event showcased speeches on federation, state affairs, and local harvest results.
Personal Mr F B Timaperley secretary of the Northam Agricultural Locket stays a few days at Bilaley. The Minister for Lands Mr McNulty and Mr Castille traveled to Bashers Saturday funeral taminess. Mla Peter O Loghlen passed through Northam taking for Dowerin. Widespread sympathy for Constable O Connor. A child in Fimmand has typhoid fever. another child M Connor has also fallen ill and was hospitalized.
A testimonial from Northam praising Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as curing backache gravel and cloudy secretions after two bottles. Claims kidneys became healthy and distressing symptoms disappeared for two years. Advised to buy from Foster-McClellan Co. at 2/9 per bottle with six bottles for 10/3.
Readers are urged to attend a Sunday excursion to Cottesloe on February 19 organized by the Railway Institute Committee. The seaside trip offers shaded reserves, facilities, and amenities at modest prices. Tickets are available from committee members and local businesses, with transport arranged for numerous patrons.
The Kalgoorlie Sun denounces Wilson and the Wilton Government for alleged predetermination and seat rearrangements to aid the government. It accuses ministers of cynically seeking support while promising MPs bloc voting and ignoring public opinion.
The Government Gazette publishes the complete list of peace officers for Northam Magisterial District. The roster includes numerous jurists and local officials such as Bowen, Byfeld, Campbell, Chitty, Clune, Cox, Downing, Faton, Ellery, Dempster, Harriorm, Hancock, Hesford, Hodge, Hooper, Kuient, Lokin, Norton, Morrell, Murray, Noack, Packham, Padinry, Patoster, Robinson, Rockntt, Rhodes, Royce, Slater, Snooke, Somers, Spencer, Wilkerson, Wilson, and many others.
Tenders are invited for the rivpt of Pailican s Booth for the Goomal Vine Race Club meeting on March 1, 1911. Men for Refreshment Booth for Hoomalting Race Club to be heir of Mura bh. The lowest tender not necessarily accepted. A J Hondy, Secretary, Goomalling Race Union.
The schedule lists remaining tests and matches for South Africa in Australia and New South Wales play. Key dates include February 10 21 39 and 14 with Australia in four tests, Sydney games on February 17 18 20 24 25 27, and the fifth test in Sydney around February 98. A March stretch covers Adelaide against South Australia March 4 6 7.
Announced sale items include silk and wool fabrics in assorted colors, along with mending services. Men s shirts and silk garments priced from 3/0 yard to 9/8 for broadcloth. Color options include navy brown black and linen.
Auction brief lists plain art musling colors and love. Includes Wesley applique styles for men with natwal singlely assoriet show, 1/0, 1a men’s natural pains. Also boys’ oriental washing suits in Duke of York style, 9, and tweed sailor puiu.
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