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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 17, 1914
Page
2
A COMUFICHIOr argues to use black labor to develop the Northern Territory. He calls for a system of coolie labor to open the region for white occupancy and recuperation by white settlers, claiming the Territory will become the most populous part.
The letter discusses white Australia policy, fears of colored populations expanding in the North, and potential foreign threats from Japan or a colonial army. It warns that an influx of nonwhite settlers could aid invaders, undermining Australia’s racial ideal and national security.
Northam police court heard members of Jansen's Travesty Band charged after parading in defiance of Municipal Council veto on a crowded Saturday. Eleven defendants fined 10 with costs. manager warned. Also, George Edward Korward of Grass Valley cited for drinking to excess under the Licensing Act and ordered to 12 months on the prohibited list.
The funeral of Keith Oswald Lockyer six son of Mr and Mrs A E Lockyer took place on Thursday afternoon. The procession moved from Boult on residence to the Anglican church for burial service read by Rev Mr Marshall. Mourners included the father and brother with pallbearers named Stewart Withnell Dempster and Walker. The service and wreaths noted, unusually including many from local families and friends. The burial arrangements were conducted by Withnell firms, and electric brushes used at Jim Harnett's salon to add lustre.
At a Farmers and Settlers Association meeting Mr T A Wilding denied any plan to stand for the East Province in the Liberal interest. He stressed no justification existed for naming him, and noted he would not oppose a Country Party candidate. Wilding praised for steadfast principles and candor amid shifting party lines.
Frigid Friday winds fanned renewed bush fires near Northam causing heavy pasture loss and fencing destruction. Mr Wilkerson’s Toodyay road property and Katrin near Viveash suffered extensive damage, while Middleton escaped major impact. Oakover and Throssell properties also suffered, with Throssell’s boundary fencing swept away. public sympathy grows for affected residents.
The semi finals concluded with Donovan Morrell Hubble and T Wells to meet Withnell and J Millington after Wells team defeated Taylor Golding Dempster and Foreman 16 to 1. Wells team advances to final against Poreman. Other competitions progress slowly toward the appointed end.
Personal note praises Mr James Witheell and Dick Hartog Island ties as the National Mutual Association of Australasia consolidates services. It commends Witheell for securing a strong business presence, noting 13,000 sheep and related assets while highlighting broad influence and progressive recognition within the organization.
A Wednesday meeting of the Northam Tennis Association set trophies worth 25 shillings for both ladies and gentlemen handicap slog. second prizes cost 15 shillings. In ladies singles Miss Broom defeated Miss Cutts 6-5, 6-1 to reach the semi finals where she will face the winner of Miss Twine versus Miss Broom. In the men’s draw Morrell contests J Richards as finals loom next Thursday. The association match this week is St Johns Wesley.
Croquet season at St John’s opens on Wednesday at three with a breaks tournament. The new lawn is in good order. All members, intending members and friends are invited. Afternoon tea will be served.
Alexander Ross Clari known in eastern districts was arrested in Htsbane and charged with failing to appear. The Charlie case against Detective-Sergeant McCuriffy found deferred in a Spring Hill house. Detective noted the defendant’s claim of escape from the Northam area and the witness confirmed roaming abroad. Case adjourned until March 29.
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