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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 17, 1914
Page
3
A report on Albany seeking more freight access highlights Albany Geraldton and Bunbury as key outports needing improved rail and port infrastructure. The discussion cites Mr Short’s assurances and contrasts with Geraldton elevator tests and the belief that outports must unite to push for decent provisions to support trade.
In Geraldton Express notes a wheat yield of 3000 bags from 925 acres cropped by Muley Bros at Three Springs. With 223 tires of salmon country, cultivation included disc ploughing, spring tooth tools, and a McCormick drill. Rainfall totaled 2 inches 7 points for the season. average yield noted at 4 weeks per acre. The Maley family plans 3000 more acres in a coming season with more land and ploughing planned.
A brief item notes Canttedine's call for construction of ten huts in a coastal settlement to support residents and travelers. Officials urge prompt initiation, citing space and materials constraints and the need for shelter.
The past season disappointed many farmers with crop failures from unseasonable rains yet favored stock inland. In Phillips River, wheat growers expect modest yields despite light early and heavy late rains. rust followed June to August moisture and December rains damaged dams. At Gippsland siding 70 000 bags of wheat stored with three daily loads to Albany, while claims state Western Australia cannot grow wheat. About fourteen million bushels were grown last season by 000 farmers, who prefer a simple rural life. A chemical pre-sowing fertilizer process claimed to cut costs and boost yields is being explored but information remains scarce.
The Dowerin Road Board held a revision court at Minnivale to revise the electoral roll for the district. Chairman Leslie Hall and members IR Hughes A Green J Lindsay attended. No objections were raised. Taylor's application to join the roll for the South-West Ward was approved, adding his name as a resident occupier on part of Lot Dowen townsite. The roll was adopted.
The Farmers and Settlers Association Executive endorsed Sir John Forrest and A. J. Monger views in a letter. They urged branches to nominate candidates for the Legislative Assembly at forthcoming elections and noted returns for the East Province and South-West seats. The Relief Fund reported about 41.2 pounds in hand for weed wheat purchases, with £500 more needed. A joint committee for Royal Agricultural Society yard representation was formed, and a motor cart request from the Corrigin branch was discussed for contributions via subscriptions.
George Barry, formerly known for football, faced a charge of defrauding Theresa Aguilar of £5 on July 15, 1913, with a worthless cheque. He was found not guilty by reason of insanity, but the judge lamented a conflict in law, noting the need for custody or release by the Executive Council after acquittal.
Banks team at St Johns match contumned last Saturday with Middleton, Thackrall, Sanders, Catter among players. Scores show 88 total with Sermon taking several wickets and Morrell leading bowling. Sundries include multiple batsmen out, Field and Fisher among others.
The Nowerht Row Board held its ordinary monthly meeting at Mingivale with Chairman Tessie Hull and members J R. laynglies Ay Greenham J Lindsay and Secretary S Griffiths present. Topics covered include correspondence from Uearty Progress Association criticizing Nambling Uearty road funding, rent denial for a travelling stock pen, road allocations and gazettal, and motions on clearing contracts and wheel licenses.
The Northam squad for Country Week in Perth is expected to include F Watson Carter King Beard Downing Stewart (two players) Tetlaw Richards OConnor Heck ley, with one or two additional players may join.
Northam Cricket Association postpones all matches to allow a Northam Pingelly game at East Northam next Saturday. Play starts at 11 o'clock, with Northam featuring a side that will travel to Perth that evening for the country week competitions.
Reports from the Geraldton Express claim James Hickey has won selection ballots for the Central Province seat. The notice mentions recent wheat of Portime's fifts and references a new photo frame sale at Castledine's with Chess Photo Frames in various styles.
The Northam Race Club outlines April events led by the Northam Stakes a mile race with £40 for the winner. The Trigd Stakes a 15 furlong race and other races include Avon Welter and Flying Stakes with weights and nominations closing April 9 and weights on April 13.
Ireland’s Day concert in honor of Ireland’s National Saint will be held in Northam Town Hall with a fall programme published. A refere eee for AL indicates the concert will be of national interest and excellence, with a hall night to follow. Sports for St Patrick’s Day in Goomalling postponed to Monday March 2, while the concert and dance occur on St Patrick’s nights.
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