Dogs in War Major Richardson on military working dogs
Major Richardson discusses the roles of dogs in war highlighting sentry and messenger duties. He notes German and Russian use of breeds like Alsatians and Airedales, France’s contributions, and the British need for properly trained handlers and dogs for peace and war time alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Major Richardson
Harrow
Tina Mundo
Germany
Petrograd
Woving
Russia
Bnt
France
Jong Ae
Bel
Night Sentry Patrol Reports From Army Supply Efforts
A wartime official notes rapid delivery of supplies to the army with about 30 battalions equipped. He reports excellent feedback on the troops night sentries and patrols, highlighting efficiency and steady activity across regiments at home and abroad.
Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Promoted Local Remedy
A health ad urges early treatment of kidney symptoms with Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. It cites backache and general fatigue as signs, claims thousands cured worldwide, and promotes purchasing through Foster McClellan Co in Perth. The text also mentions a local prize announcement by a committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Tee Street
West Northam
Peter
Doan
Foster McClellan Co
Murray St
Perth
Northam Rainfall Figures for 1915 Lowest on Record
Rainfall in Northam for 1915 was the lowest since records began. The year total reached 72 points versus the previous 1625 point average. only 1830 points in 1879 and 1902's 973 points were lower prior. The report lists monthly rainfall across Glenary with exact day counts for February through December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northam
Glen~ary
Gaye
Kia-Ora It cools the blood and pleases the palate
An advertisement extols Kia-Ora It as a refreshing lemon and sugar squash drink. It claims it cools the blood and promotes health of the entire system and can be combined with lemon raspberry or gin. It cites Daylesford mineral water and ingredients such as magnesia iron lithia for health benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daylesford
Lithia
Bargain Prices in Dress and Print Departments Offer Value
Our Dress and Print Departments announce exceptional bargains on silk textures and Crepe Cloth. Wide selections and heavy white Crepe Cloth pieces are offered at low yard prices with special discounts. Also featured are Wonder Books and Oxford Dictionary items at reduced rates for quick sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarge Drees
Pearson
Panama
Weal Pries
Humphrey Ward
Corystun
Chillron
Peter Pam
Sun War
Bright Boy
Summer Temperature Readings From Northam Chronicle
Official Northam readings show daily summer temperatures varying through December and January. The list records highs and lows by date from December 1 to February 21, with many values around the 60s and 70s and occasional higher readings.
Northam Distress Relief Fund Accounts Statement
A statement of receipts expenditure and balance as at January 14 for the Northam Distress Relief Fund lists numerous donor names and supporting groups such as Kenedy Bros Trades Galago Northam Club and Union Bank. The record itemizes payments for rent groceries meat bread fares Christmas gifts and cheque exchanges with a final balance noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northam Distress Relief Fund
Kenedy Bros. and
Si ‘Trades Galago Northam Club
Jas
Mitchell
H. Stevenson
H. N. Butt
F. H. Robertson
Haerveson
Ole
Mer J. Stewart
J. Foley
A. Edmeades
A. W. Byfield
H. Swarn
W. H. Spencer Ito
J. Wright
J. Regan
J. H. Gregory
T. A. Harrison
W. S. Dale
Melvin and Co
M. Wiveash
P. Lyon
L. Urwin
Avon
A. L. Marshall
Marshall
Northam Brewery & Stall
Mumberkine
W. Haysom
Thorburn
Gondoliers
Workers’ Club
Union Bank and Stall
Camm
Bow Fe
C. Union
West End State School
Bodev
Daly
O Rafe
Perth & Doods
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Josh Eck Cody
MR. G. B. Beard
Katanning
Mr Brimage
Venables & Bartley
Hay-Street
Phone Central
Oeer
Fitzgerald-street
Telephose
Sian
Kia Ora
Dixon’s Beer
T. Coys
0.T. Limited
Melbourne
London
Zoo
Childra'e ‘Creamery of Dietires Sharing
Matehford
Dicky
Bqan Bros
Universal Providers
Max
Pa Bar Februark
Su Goy
Hines
Jennacubbine Hotel
Kellerberriton
Kitto's
Wyola
Northam P.O
Pam Kununoppin
Salgnerie
Taverseva
Wyoia
Wea
Thura
Asm
War
Lathan Sree
Meenaar
Merredia
Munnivale Menzies
Mt. Barker
Narrowut
Nungares
Seme
Ward Weale
Aion
Pam
Leonora
Wady
Uaily
Wim
Mos
Nam
Alon
Goomalling
Imea
Albany
Beverley Stoome
Brookton Baandee
Bangulle
Boulder Burrecopra
Cubaling Cunderdia
Clackline
Carrabia
Coolgardie
Dowerin Vere Ae Dowerin
Loone
Doodiskine
Fremantle
Grass Valley Goomalling
A.m
Vaaly
Aily
Waily
Thur
Castledine
Madame Weigel
Northam Courier
Fitzgerald Street
Telephone No
King Street
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